100
James Davidson
TechRadar
“Although it's only a minimal update over the Samsung HW‑Q990D, it's still set to be the Dolby Atmos soundbar to beat in 2025.”
Critical Assessment
What Critics Praise
- Stunning audio with deep immersion
- Believable surround presentation
- Multiple HDMI 2.1 inputs
- Elegant design
- Powerful companion app
- Useful sound‑enhancing features
Points of Contention
- Pricey
- Difficult to read front LED display
- Only a minor upgrade over predecessor
- Bass compression at max volume
Professional Reviews
3 reviews from 3 critics90
Christian de Looper
PCMag
“If you can afford it, the Samsung HW-Q990F delivers the best soundbar audio experience we've encountered, surpassing the excellent Sonos Arc Ultra ($1,099), and earning our Editors' Choice award for soundbar systems.”
85
RTINGS.com
RTINGS
“The Samsung HW-Q990F is amazing for mixed usage.”
