Name: Samsung HW-Q990C
Brand: Samsung

Key specs

Channels: 11.1.4 channels
Power: 656 W
Formats: Dolby Atmos Music · Dolby Atmos · Dolby Digital 5.1

Highlights

Specs that matter

Audio

Bluetooth: 4.2

Body

Weight: 16.98 lb (7.7 kg)
Dimensions: 1232 × 138 × 70 mm
Colors: Black

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Weight16.98 lb (7.7 kg)1232 × 138 × 70 mm

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Buying decision

Should you buy it?

The Q990C keeps the 11.1.4-channel layout of its predecessor (bar, wireless sub, two rears with up-firing drivers) and refines the tuning and the TV integration, letting a compatible Samsung TV's speakers join in. Height effects and dialogue are excellent. Reviewers rated it among the best surround packages of 2023; there is little reason to upgrade from the Q990B.

Best for

Samsung TV owners who want the most complete surround package.

Not for

Q990B owners.

Main strength11.1.4 channels with true rear speakers

Main weaknessBarely changed from the Q990B

Reasons to buy

11.1.4 channels with true rear speakers

Strong, clear dialogue

Wireless sub and rears

Pairs with Samsung TV speakers

Reasons to avoid

Barely changed from the Q990B

Large footprint

App controls are basic

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Full specifications

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Volume control: Yes

Night mode: Yes

Power consumption (standby): 0.5 W
Power consumption (typical): 41 W
Subwoofer power consumption: 26 W
Soundbar power consumption: 41 W

Hdmi Version: 2.1
Wifi Version: Yes

Audio system: "Dolby ATMOS Dolby TrueHD Dolby Digital Plus Dolby MAT (*ATMOS Music)"
Q-Symphony: Yes
Soundbar speaker RMS power: 656 W
Enhanced Audio Return Channel (eARC): Yes
Equalizer modes: Standard, Game Pro
Audio decoders: Dolby Atmos Music, Dolby Atmos, Dolby Digital 5.1, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby MAT, Dolby TrueHD

Samsung technologies (AV/TV): Voice Enhancement Mode, Works With Amazon Alexa, Q-Symphony, Tap Sound, SmartThings, Works With Google Assistant, Active Voice Amplifier, SpaceFit Sound

AirPlay: Yes
Spotify Connect: Yes
Audio formats supported: AAC, MP3, WAV, FLAC, OGG, LPCM, ALAC, AIFF, SBC
USB direct playback: No
Audio output channels: 11.1.4 channels

RMS rated power: 656 W
Number of speakers: 22

Colors: Yes
NFC: No
Bluetooth Version: 4.2

AC adapter included: No
Cable management: No
Wireless satellite speakers: Yes
Number of satellite speakers: 22
Connectivity technology: Wired & Wireless
Wireless connection: Yes

Remote control included: Yes
Mounting brackets included: Yes
Wall mounting kit: Yes

Quick start guide: Yes
Package weight: 28.2 kg
Package height: 595 mm
Package depth: 277 mm
Package width: 1309 mm

Height: 69.5 mm
Depth: 138 mm
Width: 1232 mm

Digital audio optical: 1
USB port: No
Number of HDMI outputs: 1
HDMI: 2
HDMI ports quantity: 3
Consumer Electronics Control (CEC): Yes
Audio Return Channel (ARC): Yes

Built-in Chromecast: Yes
Apple AirPlay 2 support: Yes

Power Source: AC
Compatibility: MP3, WMA, AAC, OGG, FLAC, WAV, ALAC, AIFF
Speakers: 22
Country Of Origin: Vietnam
Wall Mountable: Yes
Virtual Surround: Yes

Woofer diameter (subwoofer): 41 cm (16.1")
Subwoofer connectivity: Wireless
Subwoofer type: Active subwoofer

Up-firing speakers: Yes
Main unit power consumption: 41 W
Wireless technology: wifi, bluetooth, Apple Airplay
Brand-specific features: q symphony, multi position rear speaker, farfield voice expansion for TV
Main unit dimensions (WxHxD): 1309 x 595 x 277 mm
Set weight: 28.2 kg
Subwoofer output power: 26 W
Subwoofer: Inbox

Rear speaker height: 20.1 cm
Rear speaker depth: 14 cm
Rear speaker width: 12.9 cm
Subwoofer weight: 11.7 kg
Subwoofer height: 41.3 cm
Subwoofer depth: 41 cm
Subwoofer width: 22 cm
Soundbar weight: 7.7 kg

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