Samsung's Q990D Atmos Soundbar ( Review & Sound Test )

If you are looking for Samsung's best Atmos Soundbar solution in 2024, this is it! It's the Samsung Q990D. You might have questions about how the Samsung Q990D compares to the Q990c, whether it is worth spending the extra money, and what upgrades and new features you will get if you do. All the answers you are looking for are here. So take a look!
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00:00 - Samsung Q990D vs Q990C intro
00:48 - The design
02:22 - What’s in the box
03:14 - Connectivity
04:09 - The ports
05:07 - The remote
05:52 - The app
06:44 - A new mode
07:55 - Active voice amplifier
08:47 - Dolby Atmos sound test
10:26 - Final thoughts
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[@mrnobody043]

bought this system a few days ago and im loving it. I'm sure my neighbours appreciate the bass that this produces.

[@ImpossibleMemories1]

Nobody else just notice his dog casually jump up almost through the TV 😂

[@WhatGear]

Lol, yeh, she does that whenever there's an animal on screen 🤣

[@ozzybarry4332]

Perfect video, What do you think about Lg s95tr ? Can not find proper test. I have LG c3 tv

[@puddleduckist]

Nice review, I just bought the 990D to use with my new 65 inch samsung tv. I was surprised at just how hefty the bar was, it's got some serious weight to it. I have a PS5 and series x both which should work nicely!!!

[@MrBrayan1299]

How good is it ? I have a 75 Samsung tv and I’m looking for a good sound system. I’m between Samsung, Bose or Sony

[@puddleduckist]

@@MrBrayan1299 it's very nice and sounds great! Samsung rocks!

[@trewright1482]

I have the Q990C and it is a monster. Paired with the S89C and benefits from the Q Symphony feature. We can maybe go the 15 on the volume max before it simply blows us out of the room. Voices are perfectly clear.

[@pat9753]

I don’t know if the q-symphony feature (pairing soundbar with TV speakers) is working or not. Here’s why, when I originally purchased and setup the Q990D with my TV (Samsung S90C) it displayed TV AND Q Symphony when changing the volume. After a month or so, I noticed it just shows solely Q Symphony when changing the volume. I ran the gamut troubleshooting with a Samsung tech, but we were unable to fix the issue. I’m wondering if there even is an issue because the soundbar is outstanding. Its only because this Q Symphony feature was advertised, do I really care.

[@trewright1482]

@@pat9753 my Q990C shows the same thing. If it’s not working then I can’t see why as the sound is amazing still

[@michael-4k4000]

Have the Q990C, its an amazing system, was able to get it from Samsung for only $720 new.

[@WhatGear]

Wow that's an incredible price!

[@ithancurbelo528]

Greetings! Where did you get the HW-Q990C at that price? That's incredible.👀💪😎🔥😍

[@PeanutbutChocoBanana]

In our region, we can get 990D at 700$ right now.

[@ithancurbelo528]

@@PeanutbutChocoBanana ¡OMG! And were is your region? Because in my region (Puerto Rico🇵🇷) the price of the soundbar Q990D is $1,699.99 😭🤦🏻‍♂️🤷🏻‍♂️

[@RiCH_926]

I just bought a Samsung s90c 55-in 3 months ago I'm looking to get a soundbar and this is the one I'm looking at I've never had a soundbar what do you think man honestly it's a lot of money to put up is this the top is this what I should be getting

[@nmaitraiya1234]

I have the Q930b samsung sound bar. It really good, has a good rumble sound. You can connect it with your phone thought Bluetooth and watch movie trailers on your phone, and have good sound while watching them.

[@JohnWilliams-bx2zs]

I just got this sound bar system. What is that app that you are using? Thanks

[@MartinNemcova]

Bought Q990C from Samsung shop for 737€… now I’m waiting to be delivered 🤩

[@1987cucumber]

Can you share the Sound test file, becase i ordered this product, and would like to try it when it arrives

[@timowthie]

where do you download these Atmos demos?

[@shepchester3567]

Very helpful video, thank you. Other than the voice enhancement, dose it sound noticeably better than the C, with movies?

[@WhatGear]

I believe they have slightly different tuning. Ultimately I believe the main difference is a boost in clarity. If you want to dive into the scientific differences Rtings have a proper article breaking down the performance.

[@shepchester3567]

@@WhatGear Thank you for that👍

[@marcepdi]

Any noticeable difference in terms of sound quality in comparison to the Q990B?

[@JayPatrol]

Have you tried the klipsch flexus core 200 soundbar

[@Soldier-cu7hx]

Is the Subwoofer stronger on the 990D than 990C? At first I found the Bass on the 990C Sub underwhelming and it seemed like the soundbar was carrying the system; UNTIL I moved the subwoofer away from the wall about 10” of space for the rear and 13” of space for the side and now the Bass is punching right, still slightly weaker then my 10” Klipsh downfiring sub, but still is more then adequate. Right now you can get 990C with 2-3 year warranty’s for $950-$1100 which is an excellent price for what the 990C does. I have it hooked up to a 65” S95B, I would advise pairing this with a Samsung TV and nothing smaller then 65” seeing how massive the Soundbar is, 48” across and over 5” deep But if the Bass on the Sub was improved this year that means the the 990D series is now the Perfect beast

[@twistedjiji]

How would I hook this up to my PC if I don't have a Samsung TV? I have a Samsung monitor (Odyssey G9) and would like to know how to connect a soundbar system to my PC. Thanks!

[@flyoverfredusa]

wait what, the only equalizer options are Bass and Treble slider ? Not a proper equalizer where you can adjust bands properly ?

[@duke62778]

Is this compatible with Lg c2. 77

[@pat9753]

I don’t know if the q-symphony feature (pairing soundbar with TV speakers) is working or not. Here’s why, when I originally purchased and setup the Q990D with my TV (Samsung S90C) it displayed *TV AND Q Symphony* when changing the volume. After a month or so, I noticed it just shows solely *Q Symphony* when changing the volume. I ran the gamut troubleshooting with a Samsung tech, but we were unable to fix the issue. I’m wondering if there even is an issue because the soundbar is outstanding. Its only because this Q Symphony feature was advertised, do I really care.

[@Giusie79]

You mention you don’t need to buy this version if you are not planning to add your gaming console with 120hz to your tv…… but I think you mean the soundbar. Because you can plug your console into the TV and play on 120hz. Only the sound will go to the Soundbar. This is how I currently have my setup. All devices directly in my tv with supported HDMI ports and the sound to my soundbar. No issues at all. Or do I missunderstand what you say?

[@soryngas8259]

Hello, what do you recommend? HW-Q990D or JBL 1300? thank you

[@ymernedrednalotto.3891]

I would go for the JBL all day every day. The thing on the other side is this : Samsung makes there soundbar(s) compatible with their tv's. I'm amazed by the reviews from ordinary people, and the positive comments about the HW-Q990D. I have the JBL 3.1 450W it has brought me so much joy and pleasure 🎉 My neighbours weren't that happy when i have the Bar on full volume 😂 Like i said I would go for the 1300 JBL with their spectacular subwoofer 👌🏻 I'm still in doubt what to buy, and this video isn't very helpful 😂😂😂

[@Soldier-cu7hx]

If you have a Samsung TV 2022 or better go with the 990C or D, anything else I would be looking at something else

[@BigPapaLuv]

Completely unrelated but where did you purchase the hat? Looks really sharp and I definitely like it! Keep up the good work with the content. Peace! ✌️

[@omer_yldz]

Samsung Q99d model soundbar aldım bina için ideal muhteşem filimler izleniyor ses odayı sarıyor resmen ses olarak 20 yi geçemiyorum filmmizlemekmiçin aldim müzik dinlemelte ayrı güzel

[@richardangenent21]

i got the S95C tv and my jbl 5.1 bar is buggin out with the latest update. Q1 what tv are you using Q2 if a samsung tv do you exp bugs?

[@WhatGear]

I'm using LG G3 at the moment...when I first set it up. Something strange was going on with the Vocals, it seemed to strip them out almost entirely...a quick hard reset solved that. I haven't experienced any other bugs.

[@ishkapiska4516]

Samsung tv paired with a Samsung sound bar gives you the advantage of Q-synphony. Which means it uses the speakers of your tv and soundbar simultaneously to add to the sound and make it more immersive and enveloping. I’d say it makes a difference. If you can, get the Q990c it’s cheaper and seems like there’s not many differences compared to the 2024 model😊

[@bazzerker35s]

I got the Samsung HW-Q990C soundbar, I didn't even know that there was a newer one for 2024. So I had to checkout your video, to see what's the difference between the HW-Q990C to the HW-Q990D. I saw some difference in the addon's to the soundbar in SmartThings, which is interesting for the rear speakers. I just think that there wasn't much of a difference between them, except for the HDMI's switched as the HDMI Arc is higher than last years model.

[@hazelnuts23]

Is this an upgrade to HT-Z9F? Also I have Sony X900H tv

[@LoganScottY]

I had the Sony HT-Z9F soundbar for 6 years until a couple weeks ago when I purchased the Q990C. The samsung is infinitely better. Its not even a competiton. The sony bar is laughably worse.

[@hazelnuts23]

@@LoganScottY i’ve just upgraded mine to q990d. It is way better

[@sumitsharma17]

From Australia - can’t decide between Bose ultra soundbar( bass module 700 & surrounds ) and Q990D 😫. Which one would you go for ?

[@yashduggal918]

Q990D best bang for the buck.

[@yashduggal918]

Q990D best bang for your buck.

[@sharms888]

Bose for superb build quality.

[@timmark4190]

Bose has connectivity issues

[@raymondsheffield3352]

Myvroom is 13x12. Is the room to small for this soundbar?

[@WhatGear]

No, I don't think so. The only problem I ran into was where to place the sub.

[@mikeellis5801]

nice but liive in flat and if bopx on floor it gives too much bass to my nighbours...i dont mind..but they might

[@WhatGear]

Yeh the bass is powerful. It can be turned down and there is a night mode which basically mutes it

[@user-dq7wk1tp9d]

Can you do a review on the nakamichi dragon?

[@WhatGear]

I've heard about that...I hear it's good. I'll try to reach out to them 👍

[@michael-4k4000]

It's an amazing system, it's also almost $4k and it's a very large bar. And comes with 2 subwoofers....

[@dennisestabrooks4821]

Nakamichi dragon 11.4.6 only available in the USA ! But since the end of March you can get it through B&H ! The reason being they ship through DHL worldwide! Nakamichi teamed used with them

[@mafiaforlife-pg8rb]

What's the difference between the 990D and 900C? Is it just the rears?

[@chucky110]

The rear speakers are the same between the 990B, 990C and the 990D. The differences between the three are very minimal. Different between this one and the 990C is the 4K 120Hz passthrough HDMI. Also that you can have the rears as seperate speakers

[@mafiaforlife-pg8rb]

@@chucky110 thanks chucky110

[@interistapazzo1.9.0.8]

I have a question. I can't decide between the 990c and the 990d. If I want to play with the 990c PS5 at 120fps, what disadvantages will I have?

[@michael-4k4000]

Get the D. Or u can plug the ps5 directly to the tv and use the Arc/ERAC.

[@interistapazzo1.9.0.8]

@@michael-4k4000 thank you. If i get the 990c, and i connect my ps5 directly to the tv with arc/erac, can i get the 120fps too?

[@MaheshChauhan1412]

@@interistapazzo1.9.0.8 yes. You just need to connect PS5 to your tv HDMI 2.1 port. The advantage of 990D is it has HDMI 2.1 port on soundbar itself so you can connect PS5 directly to soundbar and get 4k 120Hz passthrough.

[@interistapazzo1.9.0.8]

@@MaheshChauhan1412 so with the 990c direct to the arc hdmi port i get 4k 120 too right?

[@michael-4k4000]

@@interistapazzo1.9.0.8 Yes.

[@damienx0x]

Active voice amplifier is not new. I've got that on my Q990b.

[@WhatGear]

I think they have improved it

[@victorbrigide915]

I need help. I bought the Q990D but the sub keep dropping out. It’s my first soundbar, and I am kinda lost. Already set the id one time, but keeps dropping. I am using a Q990D connected with the provided cable in the eARC port on the S95D. I would glad if someone could help. I don’t want to return my unit 😢

[@WhatGear]

What TV are you using?

[@victorbrigide915]

@@WhatGear S95D

[@Soldier-cu7hx]

@@victorbrigide915could be an issue with one connect box, last years S95C was reported to have problems with the one connect box too

[@mtblove229]

Struggeling to decide 990d or sonos arc😛, guess im not the only one 🤣

[@WhatGear]

The great thing about the Arc is you can add and upgrades parts of the system as new things come out...the 990D is more of a one and done solution.

[@mtblove229]

@@WhatGear sure. But the 990 has also it’s benefits… right know got an LG soundbar but the lg g4 (😎), BOTH LG but arc is not working an f me up 😏

[@MaheshChauhan1412]

I was literally on the same question a week ago when i finally decided to pull the trigger on Q990D. Both are very nicely received system and you cant go wrong with any.

[@interistapazzo1.9.0.8]

@@mtblove229 why is arc not working?

[@michael-4k4000]

The main advantage to the Sonos system is you can mix and match the subwoofer or surround speakers to other rooms. The Q990C/D speakers are only to be used with the system. The Q990C can also be purchased for under $1k and that's about half of what Sonos Arc, subwoofer, and surrounds would cost.

[@diuran1919]

hahahha the equaliser is a F..g Joke hahah bass/treble soon will be only one option to choose. Is there any way to configure this soundbar example put pro mic to smartphone and make a sound test to automatically setup speaker to your room ? Or in any other way ?

[@masonc73]

He’s probably not using the Arc anymore after Sonos completely obliterated the app rendering all of their hardware completely useless

[@steierlind]

Get era 300 and compare after :) Or try 2 play 5s in the back and get blown away 🎉

[@WhatGear]

I have an Era... I use it as stand alone and it's phenomenal. I'm not sure I want to sacrifice it as a rear speaker in the living room, as much as I'd like to, it just gets too much use where it is. So for me at this point in time it doesn't make sense to replace the Ones

[@steierlind]

@@WhatGear try it as two rear speakers, the sub, and the arc 💪🥇you’ll understand what I mean then :p

[@povdrives5991]

Got sonos beam 2,sub mini and 2× era 100 and honestly even though the eras aren't dolby atmos compatible the set up as a whole is impressive dare i say better than most systems including this samsung one.

[@WhatGear]

Sonos is certainly top tier! I don’t disagree

[@troyramtohul5778]

Sonos’s absolute advantage is the way you can switch out and upgrade elements over time… so if you wanted to upgrade to arc you won’t need to change all the other elements.

[@diuran1919]

I disagree, they're a lot better soundbar than your Sonos and cheaper as well.

[@povdrives5991]

"Well, it would be a boring world if we all had the same opinion. As long as you like your setup, that's all that matters. I like mine too. Yes, there are some soundbars that are cheaper than Sonos and still offer better sound quality, but it's like comparing Android to Apple - both are great in their own way."

[@ishkapiska4516]

I doubt the beam 2 is better then the Q990D lol

[@jazuliismail1412]

Samsung was never

[@WhatGear]

What's the end of that sentence?

[@michael-4k4000]

I know right.....

[@leatijoseph828]

garbage

[@ScottyR951]

Bull sss Nakamichi dragon anyone come on it was by far the winner of 2023 and 24 again you’re paying a lot lot for it, but I haven’t heard anyone say that this is better than the dragon the Sonos

[@WhatGear]

I'm hearing lots of good things about this Nakamichi....are they really that good?