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Audio system

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System channel configurationiMaker-stated channel layout of the exact package, such as 5.1.2. This can include virtual channels. It is not a count of physical drivers. Optional speakers do not count.

11.1.42Maker product pagesamsung.com/au/audio-devices/soundbar/q990c-black-hw-q990c-xyRead 10 October 2026

5.1.23Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/6/2369446/AV24-0002_SR-X90A_user_guide_En_UCABG_F0.pdfRead 13 October 2026Setup menu lists levels for Front L/R, Center, Height L/R, Subwoofer and Surround L/R. That is 5 channels, 1 subwoofer and 2 height channels. Reviewers and US retailers also state 5.1.2. Maker pages and the guide do not print the figure for the full package.

Physical drivers in the packageiCount of physical active speaker drivers across the supplied bar, subwoofer and rear speakers. Passive radiators, microphones and virtual channels do not count. A coaxial driver, such as KEF Uni-Q, counts once, as makers count it.

222Maker product pagesamsung.com/au/audio-devices/soundbar/q990c-black-hw-q990c-xyRead 10 October 2026General Feature lists Number of Speakers 22 for the 11.1.4 channel system with wireless rear speakers. TechRadar also states 22 speakers in four components.

247Reviewwhathifi.com/tv-home-cinema/soundbars/yamaha-true-x-surround-90aRead 13 October 202619 drivers in the bar (guide), 1 woofer in the subwoofer and 2 full-range drivers in each of the two WS-X3A speakers. Passive radiators are not counted. Review text describes two active drivers and two passive radiators in each WS-X3A.

Physical drivers in the bariCount of physical active speaker drivers in the soundbar alone. Passive radiators and virtual channels do not count. A coaxial driver, such as KEF Uni-Q, counts once, as makers count it.

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193Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/6/2369446/AV24-0002_SR-X90A_user_guide_En_UCABG_F0.pdfRead 13 October 2026Specifications, speaker section: Front L/R 2 cone and 2 dome, Center 2 cone and 1 dome, Height 12 cone. That is 19. The maker product page lists the center as 1 cone and 2 dome instead. The total is 19 either way. The guide counts are stored.

Up-firing drivers in the packageiPhysical active drivers explicitly firing upwards across the supplied package. Virtual height channels and passive radiators do not count. A driver that fires upwards only when the bar is wall mounted is not counted.

46Reviewtechradar.com/televisions/home-theater/soundbars/samsung-hw-q990c-reviewRead 10 October 2026Review says the 11.1.4 channels include four up-firing drivers across the bar and rears.

123Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/6/2369446/AV24-0002_SR-X90A_user_guide_En_UCABG_F0.pdfRead 13 October 2026Guide: height beam array speakers are located toward the ceiling at the left and right ends of the bar and reflect sound off the ceiling. What Hi-Fi? says six drivers fire up from each end. Sound beams are DSP-steered, not separate angled drivers.

Driver layoutiPublished physical driver layout for the supplied components. A row names one driver type in one component. Do not translate channel count into driver count.

ASamsung HW-Q990C

Component	Driver type	Count	Diameter (mm)	Orientation
Subwoofer	Woofer	1	203.2	Side-mounted
Each rear speaker	Driver	3	Not available	One front-firing, one side-firing and one up-firing

Source6Reviewtechradar.com/televisions/home-theater/soundbars/samsung-hw-q990c-reviewRead 10 October 2026Review says each rear houses three drivers and the subwoofer has an eight-inch driver on the side behind an acoustic lens.

BYamaha True X Surround 90A

Component	Driver type	Count	Diameter (mm)	Orientation
Soundbar	Full-range cone driver, 110 x 53 mm	4	Not available	Front
Soundbar	Dome tweeter	3	25	Front
Soundbar	Height beam driver	12	28	Upward-facing array, six at each end of the top
Subwoofer	Woofer	1	170	Not available
Rear speakers (two enclosures)	Full-range driver, 2-1/4 in	4	Not available	Not available

Source3Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/6/2369446/AV24-0002_SR-X90A_user_guide_En_UCABG_F0.pdfRead 13 October 2026Bar and subwoofer from the guide specifications. Dome tweeters 2.5 cm, height drivers 2.8 cm, subwoofer 17 cm. Rear speaker drivers from the maker product page spec table: two full-range drivers and two passive radiators per rear speaker. Passive radiators are not counted.

Separate subwoofer includediA separate powered subwoofer is supplied with the reference package. A built-in woofer does not count.

Yes2Maker product pagesamsung.com/au/audio-devices/soundbar/q990c-black-hw-q990c-xyRead 10 October 2026Subwoofer Type lists Wireless.

Yes2Maker product pageusa.yamaha.com/products/audio_visual/sound_bar/truexsurround90a/specs.htmlRead 13 October 2026

Included subwoofer connectioniAudio link used by the supplied separate subwoofer. Wireless subwoofers can still require an AC power cable.

Wireless2Maker product pagesamsung.com/au/audio-devices/soundbar/q990c-black-hw-q990c-xyRead 10 October 2026

Wireless2Maker product pageusa.yamaha.com/products/audio_visual/sound_bar/truexsurround90a/specs.htmlRead 13 October 2026Wireless subwoofer link on 5 GHz. The subwoofer still needs its own power cord.

Included subwoofer driver diameteriPublished diameter of an active driver in the supplied separate subwoofer. Do not use enclosure size or passive radiator size.

203.2mm6Reviewtechradar.com/televisions/home-theater/soundbars/samsung-hw-q990c-reviewRead 10 October 2026Eight inches converted exactly to 203.2 mm. Stated by the reviewer.

170mm3Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/6/2369446/AV24-0002_SR-X90A_user_guide_En_UCABG_F0.pdfRead 13 October 2026

Rear speakers includediCount of separate rear speaker enclosures supplied with the reference package. Detachable bar ends count when usable as rears. Optional rear speakers do not count.

22Maker product pagesamsung.com/au/audio-devices/soundbar/q990c-black-hw-q990c-xyRead 10 October 2026Wireless Rear Speaker Included Yes. Power cable line says 4: soundbar, subwoofer and two rears.

25Press releaseusa.yamaha.com/news_events/2025/yamaha-unveils-its-most-advanced-sound-bar.htmlRead 13 October 2026Package includes two wireless surround speakers with charging cradles and wall-mount brackets.

Included rear speaker connectioniAudio link to the supplied rear speaker enclosures. Their power connection is separate.

Wireless2Maker product pagesamsung.com/au/audio-devices/soundbar/q990c-black-hw-q990c-xyRead 10 October 2026

Wireless5Press releaseusa.yamaha.com/news_events/2025/yamaha-unveils-its-most-advanced-sound-bar.htmlRead 13 October 2026

Detachable rear speakersiThe bar has supplied detachable end sections usable as separate rear speakers.

No4Owner's manualwinnings.com.au/manuals/ak/b/d/8/4/bd84578f8225e0bcccc18029edc2adf571c3833a_HW_Q990C_XY___user_manual.pdfRead 10 October 2026Components list shows two separate surround speakers. The soundbar has no detachable ends.

No5Press releaseusa.yamaha.com/news_events/2025/yamaha-unveils-its-most-advanced-sound-bar.htmlRead 13 October 2026The rear speakers are separate wireless units. The bar has no detachable end sections.

Compatible optional subwoofersiMaker-named compatible additional subwoofer models. These do not contribute to the reference package layout, dimensions or measurements.

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Compatible optional rear speakersiMaker-named compatible additional rear speaker models. These do not contribute to the reference package layout, dimensions or measurements.

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Total RMS audio output poweriMaker-stated RMS or rated continuous amplifier output for the exact supplied package. Peak or unspecified maximum claims do not qualify. Distortion, load and rating conditions belong in the source note. Power consumption is separate.

656W3Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 10 October 2026Section 09 gives rated output power per component: soundbar (18 W x 4) + (10 W x 2) + (18 W x 2) + (10 W x 1) + (18 W x 6) = 246 W, subwoofer 200 W and surround speakers 210 W. The sum is 656 W, which TechRadar and a retailer also give as the system power. Maker figure is a rated amplifier output. Test conditions are not stated.6Reviewtechradar.com/televisions/home-theater/soundbars/samsung-hw-q990c-reviewRead 10 October 2026Review states 656 W across 22 speakers.

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Total peak audio output poweriMaker-stated peak or maximum amplifier output for the exact supplied package. This is separate from RMS or continuous output and from electrical consumption. Rating conditions belong in the source note.

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Published frequency response lower limitiMaker-published lower limit for the exact supplied package. Tolerance and test conditions belong in the source note. Reviewer extension measurements are separate.

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33Hz3Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/6/2369446/AV24-0002_SR-X90A_user_guide_En_UCABG_F0.pdfRead 13 October 2026Subwoofer speaker section: 33 Hz to 120 Hz. Tolerance not published.

Published frequency response upper limitiMaker-published upper limit for the exact supplied package. Tolerance and test conditions belong in the source note.

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20kHz3Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/6/2369446/AV24-0002_SR-X90A_user_guide_En_UCABG_F0.pdfRead 13 October 2026Front and center tweeters 3.2 kHz to 20 kHz. Tolerance not published.

Audio formats

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Dolby AtmosiExplicit support for Dolby Atmos playback. Transport codec and connection restrictions belong in source notes.

Yes2Maker product pagesamsung.com/au/audio-devices/soundbar/q990c-black-hw-q990c-xyRead 10 October 2026Audio Feature lists Dolby ATMOS, ATMOS Music and Dolby MAT. Wireless Dolby Atmos over Wi-Fi works with compatible Samsung TVs.

Yes1Maker product pageusa.yamaha.com/products/audio_visual/sound_bar/truexsurround90a/index.htmlRead 13 October 2026Overview page and spec table list Dolby Atmos, DTS:X and AURO-3D as surround decoders.

DTS:XiExplicit support for DTS:X playback. Virtual surround processing alone does not establish DTS:X decoding.

Yes3Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 10 October 2026Supported play formats list DTS-HD Master Audio, DTS:X and LPCM 8Ch.

Yes1Maker product pageusa.yamaha.com/products/audio_visual/sound_bar/truexsurround90a/index.htmlRead 13 October 2026

Supported audio formatsiAudio formats explicitly decoded by the device. Codec and connection restrictions belong in source notes. Bluetooth codecs and music-file formats are separate.

Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Atmos, Dolby MAT, DTS Digital Surround, DTS-HD High Resolution Audio, DTS-HD Master Audio, DTS Express, DTS:X, LPCM3Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 10 October 2026Supported play formats: Dolby 5.1ch, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Atmos, DTS 5.1ch, DTS HD, DTS-HD Master Audio, DTS:X, LPCM 8Ch. Dolby MAT comes from the Samsung Australia page and DTS-HD High Resolution Audio and DTS Express from the Reviewed.com spec box.

Linear PCM, Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Atmos over Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby Atmos over Dolby TrueHD, DTS, DTS 96/24, DTS-ES Discrete 6.1, DTS-ES Matrix 6.1, DTS Express, DTS-HD High Resolution Audio, DTS-HD Master Audio, DTS:X, AURO-3D3Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/6/2369446/AV24-0002_SR-X90A_user_guide_En_UCABG_F0.pdfRead 13 October 2026Bitstream and PCM formats listed for HDMI IN and eARC. ARC and optical support fewer formats, see audio_format_connections.

Audio formats by connectioniExplicitly supported audio decoding combinations. Max input channels counts decoded input audio channels, including LFE. A 5.1 layout has 6 channels and 7.1 has 8. Output speaker layouts and Atmos objects do not count. Atmos over Dolby Digital Plus and over Dolby TrueHD are separate rows. Format support on one input does not prove support on another.

ASamsung HW-Q990C

Connection	Format
HDMI input	Dolby Atmos
HDMI input	DTS:X
HDMI eARC	Dolby Atmos
HDMI ARC	Dolby Atmos

Source4Owner's manualwinnings.com.au/manuals/ak/b/d/8/4/bd84578f8225e0bcccc18029edc2adf571c3833a_HW_Q990C_XY___user_manual.pdfRead 10 October 2026Page 7 output table lists Dolby Atmos and DTS:X inputs. Page 19 titles the HDMI source method as capable of Dolby Atmos and DTS:X decoding. Page 11 states the ARC and eARC protocols support Dolby Atmos. Channel limits per connection are not stated. DTS:X is not stored for ARC or eARC.

BYamaha True X Surround 90A

Connection	Format	Max input channels
HDMI input	Linear PCM 2ch	2
HDMI eARC	Linear PCM 2ch	2
HDMI ARC	Linear PCM 2ch	2
Optical	Linear PCM 2ch	2
HDMI input	Linear PCM multi-channel	8
HDMI eARC	Linear PCM multi-channel	8
HDMI input	Dolby Digital	Not available
HDMI input	Dolby Digital Plus	Not available
HDMI input	Dolby TrueHD	Not available
HDMI input	Dolby Atmos over Dolby Digital Plus	Not available
HDMI input	Dolby Atmos over Dolby TrueHD	Not available
HDMI input	DTS	Not available
HDMI input	DTS 96/24	Not available
HDMI input	DTS-ES Discrete 6.1	Not available
HDMI input	DTS-ES Matrix 6.1	Not available
HDMI input	DTS Express	Not available
HDMI input	DTS-HD High Resolution Audio	Not available
HDMI input	DTS-HD Master Audio	Not available
HDMI input	DTS:X	Not available
HDMI input	AURO-3D	Not available
HDMI eARC	Dolby Digital	Not available
HDMI eARC	Dolby Digital Plus	Not available
HDMI eARC	Dolby TrueHD	Not available
HDMI eARC	Dolby Atmos over Dolby Digital Plus	Not available
HDMI eARC	Dolby Atmos over Dolby TrueHD	Not available
HDMI eARC	DTS	Not available
HDMI eARC	DTS 96/24	Not available
HDMI eARC	DTS-ES Discrete 6.1	Not available
HDMI eARC	DTS-ES Matrix 6.1	Not available
HDMI eARC	DTS Express	Not available
HDMI eARC	DTS-HD High Resolution Audio	Not available
HDMI eARC	DTS-HD Master Audio	Not available
HDMI eARC	DTS:X	Not available
HDMI eARC	AURO-3D	Not available
HDMI ARC	Dolby Digital	Not available
HDMI ARC	Dolby Digital Plus	Not available
HDMI ARC	Dolby Atmos over Dolby Digital Plus	Not available
HDMI ARC	DTS	Not available
HDMI ARC	DTS 96/24	Not available
HDMI ARC	DTS-ES Discrete 6.1	Not available
HDMI ARC	DTS-ES Matrix 6.1	Not available
Optical	Dolby Digital	Not available
Optical	DTS	Not available
Optical	DTS 96/24	Not available
Optical	DTS-ES Discrete 6.1	Not available
Optical	DTS-ES Matrix 6.1	Not available

Source3Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/6/2369446/AV24-0002_SR-X90A_user_guide_En_UCABG_F0.pdfRead 13 October 2026Guide, Supported digital audio signal formats. Channel counts are published only for PCM. Bitstream channel counts are not published, so they are left out. ARC lacks Dolby TrueHD, DTS-HD and DTS:X. Optical lists 2-channel PCM, Dolby Digital, DTS, DTS 96/24 and DTS-ES.

Music file formatsiPublished local or network music-file playback formats. Playback route and app restrictions belong in source notes.

MP3, AAC, OGG, FLAC, WAV, ALAC, AIFF2Maker product pagesamsung.com/au/audio-devices/soundbar/q990c-black-hw-q990c-xyRead 10 October 2026Decoding Format lists AAC, MP3, WAV, OGG, FLAC, ALAC and AIFF. USB Music Playback is No, so the route and sample rates are not published.

WAV (PCM), FLAC, AIFF, Ogg Vorbis, ALAC, MP3, WMA, Ogg Opus3Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/6/2369446/AV24-0002_SR-X90A_user_guide_En_UCABG_F0.pdfRead 13 October 2026Network audio function. WAV (PCM only), FLAC, AIFF and Ogg Vorbis up to 384 kHz, ALAC up to 96 kHz, MP3, WMA and Ogg Opus up to 48 kHz.

Max wired audio sample rateiHighest explicitly published supported sample rate for decoded wired audio input. Name the exact HDMI, ARC, eARC or optical connection and codec in source notes. This is the published route limit, not proof of a device-wide maximum across all inputs. Local or network music-file limits and Bluetooth do not qualify. A chipset limit is not device evidence.

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192kHz3Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/6/2369446/AV24-0002_SR-X90A_user_guide_En_UCABG_F0.pdfRead 13 October 2026HDMI IN and eARC: 2-channel and multi-channel Linear PCM up to 192 kHz, 24 bit. Optical is limited to 96 kHz.

Max music file sample rateiHighest explicitly published supported local or network music-file sample rate. Name the playback route and file format in source notes. This is the published route and format limit, not proof of a device-wide maximum across all music formats. Wired HDMI or optical input and Bluetooth are separate.

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384kHz3Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/6/2369446/AV24-0002_SR-X90A_user_guide_En_UCABG_F0.pdfRead 13 October 2026Network playback of WAV (PCM), FLAC, AIFF and Ogg Vorbis. ALAC is limited to 96 kHz.

Max wired audio bit depthiHighest explicitly published supported bit depth for decoded wired audio input. Name the exact HDMI, ARC, eARC or optical connection and codec in source notes. This is the published route limit, not proof of a device-wide maximum across all inputs. Local or network music-file limits and Bluetooth do not qualify.

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24bits3Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/6/2369446/AV24-0002_SR-X90A_user_guide_En_UCABG_F0.pdfRead 13 October 2026HDMI IN and eARC Linear PCM, 16, 20 or 24 bit.

Max music file bit depthiHighest explicitly published supported local or network music-file bit depth. Name the playback route and file format in source notes. This is the published route and format limit, not proof of a device-wide maximum across all music formats. Wired HDMI or optical input and Bluetooth are separate.

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Connectivity

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Ports on the bariPhysical connectors on the soundbar alone. Record input, output, ARC or eARC, service, subwoofer and power roles explicitly. Count identical connectors per row. Component connectors are described in source notes.

ASamsung HW-Q990C

Connector	Count	Role
HDMI	2	Audio and video input
HDMI	1	TV video output and eARC/ARC audio return
Optical	1	Digital audio input
USB-A	1	SERVICE firmware update only
AC power	1	Soundbar power input

Source4Owner's manualwinnings.com.au/manuals/ak/b/d/8/4/bd84578f8225e0bcccc18029edc2adf571c3833a_HW_Q990C_XY___user_manual.pdfRead 10 October 2026Bottom panel: HDMI 1, HDMI 2, HDMI TO TV (eARC/ARC), DIGITAL AUDIO IN (OPTICAL), SERVICE USB for firmware and POWER.

BYamaha True X Surround 90A

Connector	Count	Version	Role
HDMI	1	Not available	HDMI IN, audio and video input
HDMI	1	eARC	HDMI OUT/TV, video output and eARC or ARC audio input from the TV
Optical	1	Not available	Digital audio input
Ethernet	1	100BASE-TX	Network
USB-A	1	Not available	Firmware update only
AC power	1	Not available	Power input

Source3Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/6/2369446/AV24-0002_SR-X90A_user_guide_En_UCABG_F0.pdfRead 13 October 2026Rear panel part names and specifications. The USB port is for firmware updates only. The HDMI OUT jack carries eARC and ARC from the TV. Subwoofer and rear speakers link wirelessly.

HDMI ARC

Yes2Maker product pagesamsung.com/au/audio-devices/soundbar/q990c-black-hw-q990c-xyRead 10 October 2026

Yes3Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/6/2369446/AV24-0002_SR-X90A_user_guide_En_UCABG_F0.pdfRead 13 October 2026HDMI OUT/TV (eARC) jack. ARC mode is documented separately from eARC.

HDMI eARC

Yes2Maker product pagesamsung.com/au/audio-devices/soundbar/q990c-black-hw-q990c-xyRead 10 October 2026

Yes2Maker product pageusa.yamaha.com/products/audio_visual/sound_bar/truexsurround90a/specs.htmlRead 13 October 2026

HDMI-CEC

Yes2Maker product pagesamsung.com/au/audio-devices/soundbar/q990c-black-hw-q990c-xyRead 10 October 20264Owner's manualwinnings.com.au/manuals/ak/b/d/8/4/bd84578f8225e0bcccc18029edc2adf571c3833a_HW_Q990C_XY___user_manual.pdfRead 10 October 2026

Yes2Maker product pageusa.yamaha.com/products/audio_visual/sound_bar/truexsurround90a/specs.htmlRead 13 October 2026

HDMI video passthroughiCan pass video from a dedicated HDMI source input to a television output. ARC or eARC alone does not qualify.

Yes2Maker product pagesamsung.com/au/audio-devices/soundbar/q990c-black-hw-q990c-xyRead 10 October 20264K Video Pass Yes with HDR 10+. The manual table shows 4K at less than 60 fps only. No refresh rate is stored since the page gives none.

Yes2Maker product pageusa.yamaha.com/products/audio_visual/sound_bar/truexsurround90a/specs.htmlRead 13 October 20264K Pass-through: Yes.

Video passthrough modesiPublished supported passthrough combinations, not inferred maxima at untested resolutions. State chroma, bit depth, HDR and firmware restrictions in source notes.

ASamsung HW-Q990C

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BYamaha True X Surround 90A

Width (px)	Height (px)	Refresh rate (Hz)
3840	2160	60
1920	1080	120

Source3Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/6/2369446/AV24-0002_SR-X90A_user_guide_En_UCABG_F0.pdfRead 13 October 2026Supported HDMI video signal formats list 4K at 60, 50, 30, 25 and 24 Hz and 1080p at 120, 100, 60, 50 and 24 Hz. Only the highest rate of each is stored. Maker pass-through spec text gives no chroma or bit depth.

HDR passthrough formats

HDR10, HDR10+, Dolby Vision, HLG6Reviewtechradar.com/televisions/home-theater/soundbars/samsung-hw-q990c-reviewRead 10 October 2026Review lists HDR10+, Dolby Vision, HDR10 and HLG through the HDMI loop-through. The Samsung page only names HDR 10+. No 4K 120 Hz passthrough.7Reviewreviewed.com/home-theater/content/samsung-hw-q990c-soundbar-reviewRead 10 October 2026Spec box video support lists Dolby Vision, HDR10+ and HDR10.

HDR10, HLG, Dolby Vision, HDR10+3Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/6/2369446/AV24-0002_SR-X90A_user_guide_En_UCABG_F0.pdfRead 13 October 2026Supported HDR video signals: HDR10, HLG, Dolby Vision and HDR10+.

VRR passthrough

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ALLM passthrough

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Yes3Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/6/2369446/AV24-0002_SR-X90A_user_guide_En_UCABG_F0.pdfRead 13 October 2026Supported HDMI feature: ALLM. VRR is not listed.

HDCP versioniHighest HDCP version the maker states for an HDMI port of the soundbar, such as 2.3. When the source inputs and the TV output differ, the source input version is stored. A bar with no HDMI input stores the version of its TV output, also when that output carries video from a built-in streaming player.

2.27Reviewreviewed.com/home-theater/content/samsung-hw-q990c-soundbar-reviewRead 10 October 2026Spec box video support lists HDCP 2.2.

2.33Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/6/2369446/AV24-0002_SR-X90A_user_guide_En_UCABG_F0.pdfRead 13 October 2026Copyright protection: HDCP 2.3 and HDCP 1.4.

Bluetooth audio inputiCan receive audio from a Bluetooth source. A Bluetooth remote alone does not qualify.

Yes2Maker product pagesamsung.com/au/audio-devices/soundbar/q990c-black-hw-q990c-xyRead 10 October 2026

Yes3Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/6/2369446/AV24-0002_SR-X90A_user_guide_En_UCABG_F0.pdfRead 13 October 2026Sink function receives audio from a smartphone or tablet. A source function can send to Bluetooth headphones.

Bluetooth versioniPublished version of the soundbar audio connection. An optional remote or detachable rear can use a different version.

5.010Retailer pageldlc.com/en/product/PB00579083.htmlRead 10 October 2026French retailer listing for HW-Q990C/ZF gives Bluetooth 5.0 twice. No other source states a version and none contradicts it.

4.22Maker product pageusa.yamaha.com/products/audio_visual/sound_bar/truexsurround90a/specs.htmlRead 13 October 2026

Bluetooth audio codecsiExplicitly supported codecs for received Bluetooth audio. A Bluetooth version alone does not establish a codec.

SBC2Maker product pagesamsung.com/au/audio-devices/soundbar/q990c-black-hw-q990c-xyRead 10 October 2026Bluetooth Codec SBC. Bluetooth Multi Connection No.

SBC, AAC2Maker product pageusa.yamaha.com/products/audio_visual/sound_bar/truexsurround90a/specs.htmlRead 13 October 2026

Wi-Fi

Yes2Maker product pagesamsung.com/au/audio-devices/soundbar/q990c-black-hw-q990c-xyRead 10 October 2026

Yes2Maker product pageusa.yamaha.com/products/audio_visual/sound_bar/truexsurround90a/specs.htmlRead 13 October 2026

Wi-Fi standardiPublished Wi-Fi standards for the soundbar, written as 802.11 names without IEEE, such as "802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax". A Wi-Fi generation is written as its standard, so Wi-Fi 5 is "802.11ac" and Wi-Fi 6 is "802.11ax". Do not infer the standard from frequency bands.

802.11b/g/n7Reviewreviewed.com/home-theater/content/samsung-hw-q990c-soundbar-reviewRead 10 October 2026Spec box gives 2.4 / 5GHz 802.11b/g/n.

802.11a/b/g/n/ac3Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/6/2369446/AV24-0002_SR-X90A_user_guide_En_UCABG_F0.pdfRead 13 October 2026Wireless LAN standards: IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, 20 MHz channel bandwidth only.

Wi-Fi bandsiPublished radio bands, such as 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz.

2.4 GHz, 5 GHz4Owner's manualwinnings.com.au/manuals/ak/b/d/8/4/bd84578f8225e0bcccc18029edc2adf571c3833a_HW_Q990C_XY___user_manual.pdfRead 10 October 2026The Europe quick guide states 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz Wi-Fi radio output. Reviewed.com also gives 2.4 and 5 GHz.

2.4 GHz, 5 GHz3Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/6/2369446/AV24-0002_SR-X90A_user_guide_En_UCABG_F0.pdfRead 13 October 2026

Built-in Ethernet speediRated speed of the built-in port. An optional adapter does not count.

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100Mbps3Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/6/2369446/AV24-0002_SR-X90A_user_guide_En_UCABG_F0.pdfRead 13 October 2026Network jack, 100BASE-TX.

Streaming and control

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Streaming protocolsiNamed network playback protocols, such as AirPlay 2, Google Cast, Spotify Connect and Tidal Connect. Bluetooth is separate.

AirPlay 2, Google Cast, Spotify Connect2Maker product pagesamsung.com/au/audio-devices/soundbar/q990c-black-hw-q990c-xyRead 10 October 2026Chromecast Yes, Spotify Connect Yes, AirPlay Yes. The manual names Apple AirPlay 2.

AirPlay 2, Spotify Connect, TIDAL Connect, MusicCast1Maker product pageusa.yamaha.com/products/audio_visual/sound_bar/truexsurround90a/index.htmlRead 13 October 2026Overview page lists Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, AirPlay 2, Spotify Connect and TIDAL Connect.

Voice assistantsiNamed assistants supported by the soundbar. Built-in and external-device routes and market restrictions belong in source notes.

Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant2Maker product pagesamsung.com/au/audio-devices/soundbar/q990c-black-hw-q990c-xyRead 10 October 2026Works with Google Yes and Works with Amazon Alexa Yes. UK press states Alexa is built in. Google works through a compatible device.

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Built-in microphoneiPhysical microphone in the bar for voice or calibration. An external setup phone or remote microphone does not count.

Yes3Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 10 October 2026Page 1 describes the Mic On/Off button on the soundbar and SpaceFit Sound analysing the room with the soundbar's microphone.

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Microphone mute controliA physical control on the soundbar explicitly disables its built-in voice microphone. State whether this is an electrical switch or software-controlled button when known.

Yes3Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 10 October 2026Mic On/Off button turns the microphone on or off and the LED glows red when it is off. Electrical isolation is not stated.

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Companion apps

SmartThings2Maker product pagesamsung.com/au/audio-devices/soundbar/q990c-black-hw-q990c-xyRead 10 October 2026

MusicCast Controller1Maker product pageusa.yamaha.com/products/audio_visual/sound_bar/truexsurround90a/index.htmlRead 13 October 2026

Companion app platforms

iOS, Android2Maker product pagesamsung.com/au/audio-devices/soundbar/q990c-black-hw-q990c-xyRead 10 October 2026SmartThings app needs Android 6.0 or later or iOS 10.0 or later.

Android, iOS3Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/6/2369446/AV24-0002_SR-X90A_user_guide_En_UCABG_F0.pdfRead 13 October 2026Guide app page links Google Play and the App Store for MusicCast Controller.

Multiroom audioiCan play synchronised audio with other rooms through a supported network platform. Optional surround expansion alone does not qualify.

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Yes1Maker product pageusa.yamaha.com/products/audio_visual/sound_bar/truexsurround90a/index.htmlRead 13 October 2026MusicCast multi-room audio, link with other MusicCast devices.

Remote includediA separate remote control supplied with the reference package. Phone apps and TV remotes do not count.

Yes2Maker product pagesamsung.com/au/audio-devices/soundbar/q990c-black-hw-q990c-xyRead 10 October 2026

Yes3Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/6/2369446/AV24-0002_SR-X90A_user_guide_En_UCABG_F0.pdfRead 13 October 2026

Sound processing

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Sound modes

Standard, Surround, Game Pro, Adaptive Sound2Maker product pagesamsung.com/au/audio-devices/soundbar/q990c-black-hw-q990c-xyRead 10 October 20264Owner's manualwinnings.com.au/manuals/ak/b/d/8/4/bd84578f8225e0bcccc18029edc2adf571c3833a_HW_Q990C_XY___user_manual.pdfRead 10 October 2026Effect table lists Standard, Surround, Game Pro and Adaptive Sound.

SURROUND:AI, 3D Music, Straight, Stereo, All3Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/6/2369446/AV24-0002_SR-X90A_user_guide_En_UCABG_F0.pdfRead 13 October 2026Sound mode list: SURROUND:AI (default), 3D MUSIC, STRAIGHT, STEREO and ALL. ALL needs the wireless speakers.

Automatic room calibrationiExplicit acoustic measurement or analysis used to adapt playback to the room. Manual EQ alone does not qualify. Setup phone requirements belong in source notes.

Yes4Owner's manualwinnings.com.au/manuals/ak/b/d/8/4/bd84578f8225e0bcccc18029edc2adf571c3833a_HW_Q990C_XY___user_manual.pdfRead 10 October 2026

No6Reviewtomsguide.com/audio/soundbars/yamaha-true-x-surround-90a-reviewRead 13 October 2026Review states the system lacks a room calibration tool. The maker guide lists only manual beam angle, focal length and ceiling height settings.

Room calibration system

SpaceFit Sound Pro4Owner's manualwinnings.com.au/manuals/ak/b/d/8/4/bd84578f8225e0bcccc18029edc2adf571c3833a_HW_Q990C_XY___user_manual.pdfRead 10 October 2026SpaceFit Sound analyses the listening space with the soundbar's microphone. Samsung UK press names it SpaceFit Sound Pro.5Press releasenews.samsung.com/uk/samsung-announces-the-uk-availability-of-its-2023-q-series-audio-rangeRead 10 October 2026UK release dated April 2023 states SpaceFit Sound Pro and built-in Alexa with Wi-Fi are on the Q990C, Q930C and Q800C. It also states 22 built-in speakers and UK availability from 4 April 2023.

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Dialogue enhancementiA dialogue or voice mode counts, also when the maker lists it as an EQ preset.

Yes2Maker product pagesamsung.com/au/audio-devices/soundbar/q990c-black-hw-q990c-xyRead 10 October 2026

Yes1Maker product pageusa.yamaha.com/products/audio_visual/sound_bar/truexsurround90a/index.htmlRead 13 October 20263Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/6/2369446/AV24-0002_SR-X90A_user_guide_En_UCABG_F0.pdfRead 13 October 2026Clear Voice key.

Night mode

Yes2Maker product pagesamsung.com/au/audio-devices/soundbar/q990c-black-hw-q990c-xyRead 10 October 2026

Yes3Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/6/2369446/AV24-0002_SR-X90A_user_guide_En_UCABG_F0.pdfRead 13 October 2026Setup > Sound > Volume > Dynamic Range. The Min/Auto setting is described as suitable for nighttime or low volume listening. The maker does not call it a night mode.

Equalizer controlsiPublished user-adjustable EQ controls. Bass and treble controls are distinct from multi-band EQ.

Bass, Treble, Subwoofer level, 7-band graphic EQ4Owner's manualwinnings.com.au/manuals/ak/b/d/8/4/bd84578f8225e0bcccc18029edc2adf571c3833a_HW_Q990C_XY___user_manual.pdfRead 10 October 2026Tone control sets treble and bass. Woofer level button. Holding Sound Control gives seven bands at 150 Hz, 300 Hz, 600 Hz, 1.2 kHz, 2.5 kHz, 5 kHz and 10 kHz.

Bass, Treble, Bass Extension3Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/6/2369446/AV24-0002_SR-X90A_user_guide_En_UCABG_F0.pdfRead 13 October 2026Tone Control Treble and Bass, -12 to +12. Bass Extension is a separate on or off key.

TV speaker integrationiNamed features allowing compatible television speakers to play with the bar. TV models and connection requirements belong in source notes.

Q-Symphony2Maker product pagesamsung.com/au/audio-devices/soundbar/q990c-black-hw-q990c-xyRead 10 October 2026Q-Symphony Yes. It needs a compatible Samsung TV.

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Power

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Published operating poweriMaker-published operating electrical consumption of the soundbar alone. Included subwoofer and rear-speaker consumption do not count. Keep workload and method in source notes. Audio amplifier output is separate.

41W2Maker product pagesamsung.com/au/audio-devices/soundbar/q990c-black-hw-q990c-xyRead 10 October 2026Operating Power Consumption (Main) 41 W. Rear speakers 19 W each and subwoofer 26 W are excluded.

54W3Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/6/2369446/AV24-0002_SR-X90A_user_guide_En_UCABG_F0.pdfRead 13 October 2026General, power consumption 54 W for the sound bar. No workload is stated. The subwoofer is 24 W and is not included.

Published standby poweriMaker-published non-networked standby consumption of the bar alone. Networked standby and other components are separate.

0.5W2Maker product pagesamsung.com/au/audio-devices/soundbar/q990c-black-hw-q990c-xyRead 10 October 2026Stand-by Power Consumption (Main) 0.5 W. Rears 0.5 W each and subwoofer 0.5 W are excluded. Wi-Fi is on in this model so networked standby is not stored.

0.5W2Maker product pageusa.yamaha.com/products/audio_visual/sound_bar/truexsurround90a/specs.htmlRead 13 October 20260.5 W with HDMI control, pass through, network standby and Bluetooth off. The subwoofer has its own 2.0 W standby and is not included.

Published networked standby poweriMaker-published networked standby consumption of the bar alone. Enabled radio and network conditions belong in source notes.

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2W2Maker product pageusa.yamaha.com/products/audio_visual/sound_bar/truexsurround90a/specs.htmlRead 13 October 20262.0 W with network standby on, bar only. The subwoofer standby is separate.

Power supplyiPublished AC input range or external DC adapter arrangement. Electrical input ratings are not operating consumption.

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AC 100 to 120 V, 50/60 Hz (U.S.A. and Canada models)3Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/6/2369446/AV24-0002_SR-X90A_user_guide_En_UCABG_F0.pdfRead 13 October 2026Models for U.S.A. and Canada. Other regions use 220 to 240 V.

Detachable rear battery lifeiMaker-stated runtime of the supplied detachable rear speakers. Volume, mode and recharge conditions belong in source notes.

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10h4Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/5/2380285/AV24-0029_WS-X3A_user_guide_En_G_A1.pdfRead 13 October 2026WS-X3A specifications: about 10 hours in SURROUND mode and about 12 hours in SOLO mode, fully charged, IEC 62396-1. The Surround figure is stored. Varies with use.

Detachable rear charge timeiMaker-stated full recharge time of supplied detachable rear speakers. Charging route belongs in source notes.

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4h4Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/5/2380285/AV24-0029_WS-X3A_user_guide_En_G_A1.pdfRead 13 October 2026About four hours with a DC 5 V, 2 A USB adapter.

Measured

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Low-frequency extension (measured)iReviewer-measured lower extension for the exact tested package. Test threshold, mode, room correction and configuration belong in source notes.

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High-frequency extension (measured)iReviewer-measured upper extension for the exact tested package. Test threshold and configuration belong in source notes.

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Max sound pressure (measured)iReviewer-measured maximum sound pressure. Signal, distance, sound mode and supplied or optional speaker configuration belong in source notes.

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Frequency response deviation (measured)iReviewer-measured standard error against the stated target. Target, averaging range, preset and test method belong in source notes.

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Measured latencyiReviewer-measured audio latency. Keep source/TV, firmware, codec, synchronisation correction and exact tested speaker configuration in source notes. Negative offsets are valid when the method reports them.

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Operating power (measured)iReviewer-measured operating consumption of the soundbar alone. Optional or supplied external speakers do not count. Workload and enabled radio conditions belong in source notes.

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Standby power (measured)iReviewer-measured bar-only standby consumption. Network state and test conditions belong in source notes.

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Soundbar weight (measured)iReviewer-measured bar-only weight. Excludes subwoofer, rears, mounting hardware and cables.

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Dimensions and weight

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Soundbar dimensionsiBar alone in its normal tabletop orientation, without detachable rears, wall brackets or external cables. A source that includes detachable ends must use component_dimensions instead. A size labelled L x W x H, as on Amazon, is width x depth x height.

Width1,232Height69.5Depth138mm(48.5 × 2.7 × 5.4 in)2Maker product pagesamsung.com/au/audio-devices/soundbar/q990c-black-hw-q990c-xyRead 10 October 2026Net Dimension (Main Speaker) 1232.0 x 69.5 x 138.0 mm.3Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 10 October 2026Section 09: soundbar 1232.0 x 69.5 x 138.0 mm. Weight and dimensions are approximate.

Width1,180Height85Depth143mm(46.5 × 3.3 × 5.6 in)3Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/6/2369446/AV24-0002_SR-X90A_user_guide_En_UCABG_F0.pdfRead 13 October 2026Installed in front of a TV, including the feet. Wall mounted with brackets it is 1180 x 76 x 155 mm.

Soundbar weightiBar alone, without detachable rears, subwoofer, wall brackets or external cables. Source-published masses including detachable ends belong in component_dimensions.

7,700g(17 lb)2Maker product pagesamsung.com/au/audio-devices/soundbar/q990c-black-hw-q990c-xyRead 10 October 20263Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 10 October 2026Section 09: soundbar 7.7 kg.

11,000g(24.3 lb)3Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/6/2369446/AV24-0002_SR-X90A_user_guide_En_UCABG_F0.pdfRead 13 October 202611 kg for the sound bar.

Component dimensions and weightiPublished dimensions and mass for named supplied components, including a bar with detachable rears attached when stated. Each row describes one enclosure, not the pair, unless the component label explicitly states a set. Width, height and depth use normal installed orientation.

ASamsung HW-Q990C

Component	Width (mm)	Height (mm)	Depth (mm)	Weight (g)
Subwoofer PS-WC99B	220	413	410	11,700
Each rear speaker PS-RC99B	129.5	201.3	140.4	3,400

Source3Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 10 October 2026Section 09: subwoofer PS-WC99B 220.0 x 413.0 x 410.0 mm and 11.7 kg. Surround speaker PS-RC99B (left and right) 129.5 x 201.3 x 140.4 mm and 3.4 kg. The Australian page lists 3.4 kg for one speaker.

BYamaha True X Surround 90A

Component	Width (mm)	Height (mm)	Depth (mm)	Weight (g)
Subwoofer	241	378	414	12,700
Each rear speaker	88	220	88	990

Source3Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/6/2369446/AV24-0002_SR-X90A_user_guide_En_UCABG_F0.pdfRead 13 October 2026Subwoofer 241 x 378 x 414 mm and 12.7 kg from the guide. The rear speaker row is from the WS-X3A guide.

Package dimensions

Width1,309Height595Depth277mm(51.5 × 23.4 × 10.9 in)2Maker product pagesamsung.com/au/audio-devices/soundbar/q990c-black-hw-q990c-xyRead 10 October 2026Gross Dimension One Packaging 1309.0 x 595.0 x 277.0 mm. Australian figure. The package holds the bar, subwoofer and both rears.

Width1,282.7Height355.6Depth609.6mm(50.5 × 14 × 24 in)9Retailer pagetanotis.com/products/yamaha-true-x-surround-90a-5-1-2-channel-dolby-atmos-soundbar-system-with-wireless-surroundsRead 13 October 2026Box 50.5 x 24 x 14 in (L x W x H), converted exactly. Length is stored as width and the 24 in side as depth.

Package weightiShipping package including supplied components and packaging.

28,200g(62.2 lb)2Maker product pagesamsung.com/au/audio-devices/soundbar/q990c-black-hw-q990c-xyRead 10 October 2026Gross Weight One Packing 28.2 kg. Australian figure. The package holds the bar, subwoofer and both rears.

37,829.6g(83.4 lb)9Retailer pagetanotis.com/products/yamaha-true-x-surround-90a-5-1-2-channel-dolby-atmos-soundbar-system-with-wireless-surroundsRead 13 October 202683.4 lb converted exactly. Package weight for the SR-X90APKBL, bar, subwoofer and two rear speakers.

Wall mountable

Yes4Owner's manualwinnings.com.au/manuals/ak/b/d/8/4/bd84578f8225e0bcccc18029edc2adf571c3833a_HW_Q990C_XY___user_manual.pdfRead 10 October 2026Components list shows a wall mount guide, holder screws and wall mount brackets. The manual has a wall mounting chapter.

Yes1Maker product pageusa.yamaha.com/products/audio_visual/sound_bar/truexsurround90a/index.htmlRead 13 October 2026Overview page: remove the feet and wall mount with the included metal brackets.

In the box

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In the box

Soundbar, Wireless subwoofer, Two wireless rear speakers, Remote control, Remote batteries, Four power cords, HDMI cable, Wall mount brackets, screws and guide, Rubber feet2Maker product pagesamsung.com/au/audio-devices/soundbar/q990c-black-hw-q990c-xyRead 10 October 2026Accessory lists remote, wall mount bracket and four power cables.4Owner's manualwinnings.com.au/manuals/ak/b/d/8/4/bd84578f8225e0bcccc18029edc2adf571c3833a_HW_Q990C_XY___user_manual.pdfRead 10 October 2026Components list shows the soundbar, remote and batteries, subwoofer, two surround speakers, four power cords, HDMI cable, wall mount guide, screws, brackets and rubber feet.

Sound bar (SR-CUX90A), Subwoofer (SR-WSWX90A), Two True X Speaker 3A wireless surround speakers (WS-X3A) with charging cradles and USB charging cables, Remote control, Two AAA batteries, Two power cords, Two mounting brackets, Two washers, Quick Guide, Safety Guide3Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/6/2369446/AV24-0002_SR-X90A_user_guide_En_UCABG_F0.pdfRead 13 October 2026Guide, items included, plus the WS-X3A included accessories and the press release for charging cradles.

Wall mount hardware includediSupplied bar mounting brackets or mount. Screws alone do not establish that a complete mount is included.

Yes2Maker product pagesamsung.com/au/audio-devices/soundbar/q990c-black-hw-q990c-xyRead 10 October 2026

Yes3Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/6/2369446/AV24-0002_SR-X90A_user_guide_En_UCABG_F0.pdfRead 13 October 2026

HDMI cable included

Yes2Maker product pagesamsung.com/au/audio-devices/soundbar/q990c-black-hw-q990c-xyRead 10 October 20267Reviewreviewed.com/home-theater/content/samsung-hw-q990c-soundbar-reviewRead 10 October 2026Review says the system comes with one HDMI cable.

No3Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/6/2369446/AV24-0002_SR-X90A_user_guide_En_UCABG_F0.pdfRead 13 October 2026The guide notes that an HDMI cable is not included.

Optical cable included

No3Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 10 October 2026Connection diagram labels the optical cable as not supplied.

No3Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/6/2369446/AV24-0002_SR-X90A_user_guide_En_UCABG_F0.pdfRead 13 October 2026No optical cable in the guide list of included items.

General

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Series

Q-Series1Maker product pagesamsung.com/us/support/model/HW-Q990C/ZARead 10 October 2026Samsung markets the 2023 Q990C as a Q-Series soundbar.

True X1Maker product pageusa.yamaha.com/products/audio_visual/sound_bar/truexsurround90a/index.htmlRead 13 October 2026The maker lists the model in its True X range.

Model numbersiMaker identifiers for this exact model and its listed variants. Excludes sibling models and other generations.

HW-Q990C/ZA1Maker product pagesamsung.com/us/support/model/HW-Q990C/ZARead 10 October 2026US support page for HW-Q990C/ZA with the standard limited warranty link. The US product page has been removed. The /ZA package includes the soundbar, subwoofer and two rear speakers.

SR-X90APKBL8Retailer pageabt.com/Yamaha-TRUE-X-SURROUND-90A-Dolby-Atmos-Sound-Bar-with-Wireless-Surrounds-SRX90APKBL/p/236683.htmlRead 13 October 2026US retailer model number for the black package. Component models are SR-X90A for the bar, SR-WSWX90A for the subwoofer and WS-X3A for the rears.

GTIN / EAN

8872767384827Reviewreviewed.com/home-theater/content/samsung-hw-q990c-soundbar-reviewRead 10 October 2026Page structured data gives gtin12 887276738482 for the US HW-Q990C.

0867923955318Retailer pageabt.com/Yamaha-TRUE-X-SURROUND-90A-Dolby-Atmos-Sound-Bar-with-Wireless-Surrounds-SRX90APKBL/p/236683.htmlRead 13 October 2026UPC 086792395531 for the package. A second retailer lists the same number.

AnnouncediThe maker's first announcement of this model. This is separate from first retail availability.

January 20239Press articlesammobile.com/news/samsung-hw-q990c-hw-s800b-hw-g60c-soundbars-announced-ces-2023Read 10 October 2026Article dated 8 January 2023 reports Samsung announced the HW-Q990C at CES 2023. Month only.

6 August 20255Press releaseusa.yamaha.com/news_events/2025/yamaha-unveils-its-most-advanced-sound-bar.htmlRead 13 October 2026Maker US release dated August 6, 2025.

Status

Discontinued2Maker product pagesamsung.com/au/audio-devices/soundbar/q990c-black-hw-q990c-xyRead 10 October 2026Australian page states this product is no longer available and shows it out of stock. The US product page is removed. The successor HW-Q990D replaced it.

Available1Maker product pageusa.yamaha.com/products/audio_visual/sound_bar/truexsurround90a/index.htmlRead 13 October 2026The model has a live page on the maker US site and is not marked discontinued.

PredecessoriThe model this one directly replaced, in the same line, tier and size, as the maker or a trusted review names it.

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SuccessoriThe model that directly replaced this one, in the same line, tier and size. A revision such as a Slim or OLED model does not count when a next generation exists.

Samsung HW-Q990D11Press articletechradar.com/televisions/soundbars/samsungs-new-high-end-dolby-atmos-soundbar-with-120hz-gaming-support-gets-a-huge-price-hikeRead 10 October 2026Article presents the HW-Q990D as the 2024 flagship following the HW-Q990C.

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Launch price (US)iThe maker's US launch MSRP for the stated configuration, excluding tax. Current store prices and later discounts do not qualify.

$1,899.997Reviewreviewed.com/home-theater/content/samsung-hw-q990c-soundbar-reviewRead 10 October 2026Spec box gives price $1,899.99 in a US review. Digital Trends gave $1,900 on 25 May 2023. TechRadar gave $1,599, likely a sale price. US price excludes sales tax. Conflict recorded as a doubt.8Press articledigitaltrends.com/home-theater/2023-samsung-dolby-atmos-soundbars-prices-specs-availabilityRead 10 October 2026Article published 25 May 2023 lists the HW-Q990C 2023 at $1,900, available now.

$3,499.955Press releaseusa.yamaha.com/news_events/2025/yamaha-unveils-its-most-advanced-sound-bar.htmlRead 13 October 2026$3,499.95 MSRP for the True X Surround 90A package with two surround speakers. The bar and subwoofer without rear speakers is a separate True X Bar 90A package.

Launch price (EU)iThe maker's euro launch price for the stated configuration, including VAT as published. Current store prices and later discounts do not qualify.

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MarketsiISO country or region codes where this exact model or variant is sold. A source page's language does not establish availability.

US1Maker product pagesamsung.com/us/support/model/HW-Q990C/ZARead 10 October 2026US reference package HW-Q990C/ZA. Warranty link on the page is the US limited warranty.

US5Press releaseusa.yamaha.com/news_events/2025/yamaha-unveils-its-most-advanced-sound-bar.htmlRead 13 October 2026US release and US MSRP.

ColoursiThe maker's own colour names

Black2Maker product pagesamsung.com/au/audio-devices/soundbar/q990c-black-hw-q990c-xyRead 10 October 2026Page address and title name the Black model.

Black1Maker product pageusa.yamaha.com/products/audio_visual/sound_bar/truexsurround90a/index.htmlRead 13 October 2026Maker US pages show one black finish. The US retailer Abt and Tom's Guide list Black.

Links

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Product page

www.samsung.com/us/support/model/HW-Q990C/ZA1Maker product pagesamsung.com/us/support/model/HW-Q990C/ZARead 10 October 2026Samsung US product page for the Q990C is gone, so the live support page is linked.

usa.yamaha.com/products/audio_visual/sound_bar/truexsurround90a/index.html1Maker product pageusa.yamaha.com/products/audio_visual/sound_bar/truexsurround90a/index.htmlRead 13 October 2026

Spec sheet

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usa.yamaha.com/products/audio_visual/sound_bar/truexsurround90a/specs.html2Maker product pageusa.yamaha.com/products/audio_visual/sound_bar/truexsurround90a/specs.htmlRead 13 October 2026Maker US spec page for the True X Surround 90A package.

Manual

org.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspx3Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 10 October 2026Samsung download center quick guide for HW-Q990C, English edition for Europe. Section 09 holds the specifications. The same hardware tables appear in the Australian and Middle East editions.

usa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/6/2369446/AV24-0002_SR-X90A_user_guide_En_UCABG_F0.pdf3Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/6/2369446/AV24-0002_SR-X90A_user_guide_En_UCABG_F0.pdfRead 13 October 2026

EPREL registration numberiId in the EU energy label database. Each size or model of a series has its own id, so it is per variant.

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Warranty

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Manufacturer warranty (source market)iThe maker's warranty period for the exact SKU or configuration and market named in the source note. It applies only to that stated market, not every regional variant. Statutory consumer rights are excluded. The base term is stored. An extension that needs registration goes in the source note.

1year7Reviewreviewed.com/home-theater/content/samsung-hw-q990c-soundbar-reviewRead 10 October 2026Spec box gives 1 year parts and labor for the US package.

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