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Samsung HW-Q990D vs Samsung HW-Q990F
Product A: Samsung
67 of 98 known
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Product B: Samsung
71 of 98 known
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18 of 90 fields differ
- 14 different values
- 4 known for one only
- 46 the same
- 26 missing for both
Weight
0 to 30,000 g
Soundbar weight
A7,711g
B7,300g
Package weight
A28,213g
B23,800g
All 98 fields
Every value links to where we found it.


Audio system
2 of 17 differ
System channel configuration
Physical drivers in the package
Physical drivers in the bar
Up-firing drivers in the package
Driver layout
ASamsung HW-Q990D
| Component | Driver type | Count | Diameter (mm) | Orientation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Soundbar | Woofer | 6 | Not available | Front-firing |
| Soundbar | Tweeter | 3 | Not available | Front-firing |
| Soundbar | Woofer | 4 | Not available | Front wide/side-firing |
| Soundbar | Woofer | 2 | Not available | Up-firing |
| Subwoofer | Woofer | 1 | 203.2 | Not available |
| Rear speakers (two enclosures) | Driver | 2 | Not available | Front-firing |
| Rear speakers (two enclosures) | Driver | 2 | Not available | Side-firing |
| Rear speakers (two enclosures) | Driver | 2 | Not available | Up-firing |
BSamsung HW-Q990F
| Component | Driver type | Count | Diameter (mm) | Orientation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Subwoofer | Active woofer | 2 | 203.2 | Opposed |
Separate subwoofer included
Included subwoofer connection
Included subwoofer driver diameter
Rear speakers included
Included rear speaker connection
Detachable rear speakers
Compatible optional subwoofers
Not available
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Compatible optional rear speakers
Not available
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Total RMS audio output power
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Total peak audio output power
Not available
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Published frequency response lower limit
Not available
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Published frequency response upper limit
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Audio formats
2 of 9 differ
Dolby Atmos
DTS:X
Supported audio formats
Dolby Atmos, Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby Digital, DTS:X, DTS, DTS-HD High Resolution Audio, DTS Express, LPCM, Dolby MAT, DTS-HD Master Audio2Maker spec sheet (PDF)content.abt.com/documents/160701/samsung-soundbar-HWQ990D-spec-sheet.pdfRead 8 October 2026Overall decoding support. Input-specific limits are documented separately.
Dolby Atmos, Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby Digital, DTS:X, DTS, DTS-HD High Resolution Audio, DTS Express, LPCM, DTS-HD Master Audio, Eclipsa Audio2Maker spec sheet (PDF)images.samsung.com/is/content/samsung/p6pim/us/hw-q990f-za/specsheet/us-specsheet-hw-q990f-za-545838425.pdfRead 8 October 2026Overall decoding support. Input-specific limits are documented separately.6Owner's manualdevice.report/m/6325b1923168acbcb3cc50bb54f391147940f90dad2abe8888b2d65f9e569a59.pdfRead 8 October 2026Samsung US simple guide AH85-01122G-00, English Specifications and Information p9 explicitly lists DTS-HD Master Audio. This model-specific manual takes precedence over the launch US spec sheet entry N/A. RTINGS public October 2025 retest corroborates support.8Reviewrtings.com/soundbar/reviews/samsung/hw-q990fRead 8 October 2026Public October 6, 2025 changelog confirms DTS-HD MA despite launch US maker sheet saying N/A. Public introduction also names Eclipsa Audio. Numeric paywalled test results are not used.
Audio formats by connection
ASamsung HW-Q990D
| Connection | Format |
|---|---|
| HDMI input | Dolby Atmos |
| HDMI input | DTS:X |
| HDMI eARC | Dolby Atmos |
| HDMI ARC | Dolby Atmos |
BSamsung HW-Q990F
| Connection | Format |
|---|---|
| HDMI input | DTS-HD Master Audio |
| HDMI eARC | DTS-HD Master Audio |
| HDMI input | Dolby Atmos |
| HDMI input | DTS:X |
| HDMI eARC | Dolby Atmos |
| HDMI ARC | Dolby Atmos |
Source3Owner's manualdownloadcenter.samsung.com/content/UM/202507/20250730064122001/AH81-17797A-02_WUG_HW-Q990F%20Q930F%20Q800F_ZA%20ZC%20ZD%20ZP%20ZX%20LATIN_ENG_250718.0.pdfRead 8 October 2026HDMI source chapter explicitly supports Dolby Atmos and DTS:X. TV HDMI chapter states ARC/eARC support Atmos. Transport codec, bit depth and connection-specific channel limits are not inferred.8Reviewrtings.com/soundbar/reviews/samsung/hw-q990fRead 8 October 2026Public October 6, 2025 changelog specifically updates ARC/eARC and HDMI input support with evidence of DTS-HD MA. Lossless return is recorded under eARC only, not ordinary ARC.
Music file formats
MP3, AAC, OGG, FLAC, WAV, ALAC, AIFF2Maker spec sheet (PDF)content.abt.com/documents/160701/samsung-soundbar-HWQ990D-spec-sheet.pdfRead 8 October 2026Maker AV decoding list. USB music playback is not provided. Network/app route and maximum sample rate are not specified.
MP3, AAC, OGG, FLAC, WAV, ALAC, AIFF2Maker spec sheet (PDF)images.samsung.com/is/content/samsung/p6pim/us/hw-q990f-za/specsheet/us-specsheet-hw-q990f-za-545838425.pdfRead 8 October 2026Maker AV decoding list. USB music playback is not provided. Network/app route and maximum sample rate are not specified.
Max wired audio sample rate
Not available
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Max music file sample rate
Not available
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Max wired audio bit depth
Not available
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Max music file bit depth
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Connectivity
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Ports on the bar
ASamsung HW-Q990D
| Connector | Count | Role |
|---|---|---|
| HDMI | 2 | Audio/video input |
| HDMI | 1 | TV output with eARC/ARC |
| Optical | 1 | Digital audio input |
| USB-A | 1 | SERVICE firmware update only |
| AC power | 1 | Soundbar power input |
BSamsung HW-Q990F
| Connector | Count | Role |
|---|---|---|
| HDMI | 2 | Audio/video input |
| HDMI | 1 | TV output with eARC/ARC |
| Optical | 1 | Digital audio input |
| USB-A | 1 | SERVICE firmware update only |
| AC power | 1 | Soundbar power input |
HDMI ARC
HDMI eARC
HDMI-CEC
HDMI video passthrough
Video passthrough modes
ASamsung HW-Q990D
| Width (px) | Height (px) | Refresh rate (Hz) |
|---|---|---|
| 3840 | 2160 | 120 |
BSamsung HW-Q990F
| Width (px) | Height (px) | Refresh rate (Hz) |
|---|---|---|
| 3840 | 2160 | 120 |
HDR passthrough formats
HDR10, HDR10+, Dolby Vision2Maker spec sheet (PDF)content.abt.com/documents/160701/samsung-soundbar-HWQ990D-spec-sheet.pdfRead 8 October 20267Reviewflatpanelshd.com/review.phpRead 8 October 2026Review confirms HDR10/HDR10+ passthrough. Dolby Vision passed when the bar was connected to an LG TV.
HDR10, HDR10+2Maker spec sheet (PDF)images.samsung.com/is/content/samsung/p6pim/us/hw-q990f-za/specsheet/us-specsheet-hw-q990f-za-545838425.pdfRead 8 October 20265Reviewwhathifi.com/tv-home-cinema/soundbars/samsung-hw-q990f-vs-hw-q990h-which-dolby-atmos-soundbar-system-reigns-supremeRead 8 October 2026Review states HDR10 and HDR10+. Dolby Vision omitted because Crutchfield explicitly denies it and maker only names HDR10+.
VRR passthrough
ALLM passthrough
HDCP version
Not available
Not available
Bluetooth audio input
Bluetooth version
Bluetooth audio codecs
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi standard
Wi-Fi bands
Built-in Ethernet speed
Not available
Not available
Streaming and control
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Streaming protocols
AirPlay 2, Google Cast, Spotify Connect, Tidal Connect2Maker spec sheet (PDF)content.abt.com/documents/160701/samsung-soundbar-HWQ990D-spec-sheet.pdfRead 8 October 2026
AirPlay 2, Google Cast, Spotify Connect, Tidal Connect, Roon2Maker spec sheet (PDF)images.samsung.com/is/content/samsung/p6pim/us/hw-q990f-za/specsheet/us-specsheet-hw-q990f-za-545838425.pdfRead 8 October 20265Reviewwhathifi.com/tv-home-cinema/soundbars/samsung-hw-q990f-vs-hw-q990h-which-dolby-atmos-soundbar-system-reigns-supremeRead 8 October 2026Comparison confirms Tidal Connect and Roon compatibility. No Roon Ready certification is inferred from Roon-compatible.
Voice assistants
Built-in microphone
Microphone mute control
Companion apps
Companion app platforms
Multiroom audio
Sound processing
1 of 7 differ
Sound modes
Standard, Surround, Game Pro, Adaptive Sound2Maker spec sheet (PDF)content.abt.com/documents/160701/samsung-soundbar-HWQ990D-spec-sheet.pdfRead 8 October 2026
Standard, Surround, Game Pro, Adaptive Sound2Maker spec sheet (PDF)images.samsung.com/is/content/samsung/p6pim/us/hw-q990f-za/specsheet/us-specsheet-hw-q990f-za-545838425.pdfRead 8 October 2026
Automatic room calibration
Room calibration system
Dialogue enhancement
Night mode
Equalizer controls
Bass, Treble, Subwoofer level, 7-band graphic EQ3Owner's manualbhphotovideo.com/lit_files/1126258.pdfRead 8 October 2026Seven bands: 150, 300, 600 Hz, 1.2, 2.5, 5 and 10 kHz. -6 to +6. Graphic EQ works only in Standard mode. Bass and treble are separate controls.
Bass, Treble, Subwoofer level, 7-band graphic EQ3Owner's manualdownloadcenter.samsung.com/content/UM/202507/20250730064122001/AH81-17797A-02_WUG_HW-Q990F%20Q930F%20Q800F_ZA%20ZC%20ZD%20ZP%20ZX%20LATIN_ENG_250718.0.pdfRead 8 October 2026Seven bands: 150, 300, 600 Hz, 1.2, 2.5, 5 and 10 kHz. -6 to +6. Graphic EQ works only in Standard mode. Bass and treble are separate controls.
TV speaker integration
Power
2 of 6 differ
Published operating power
Not available
Published standby power
Not available
Published networked standby power
Not available
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Power supply
Not available
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Detachable rear battery life
Not available
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Detachable rear charge time
Not available
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Measured
None of 8 known
Low-frequency extension (measured)
Not available
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High-frequency extension (measured)
Not available
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Max sound pressure (measured)
Not available
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Frequency response deviation (measured)
Not available
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Measured latency
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Operating power (measured)
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Standby power (measured)
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Soundbar weight (measured)
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Dimensions and weight
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Soundbar dimensions
Width1,231.9Height68.6Depth137.2mm(48.5 × 2.7 × 5.4 in)6Maker spec sheet (PDF)content.abt.com/documents/160701/samsung-soundbar-HWQ990D-spec-sheet.pdfRead 8 October 2026US maker sheet p2 publishes rounded inches 48.5 x 2.7 x 5.4. Converted using 25.4 mm/in and rounded to 0.1 mm. Figures are approximate, not extra measurement precision.
Soundbar weight
Component dimensions and weight
ASamsung HW-Q990D
| Component | Width (mm) | Height (mm) | Depth (mm) | Weight (g) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Subwoofer | 218.4 | 411.5 | 408.9 | 11,703 |
| Left rear speaker | 127 | 200.7 | 139.7 | 3,402 |
| Right rear speaker | 127 | 200.7 | 139.7 | 3,402 |
BSamsung HW-Q990F
| Component | Width (mm) | Height (mm) | Depth (mm) | Weight (g) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Subwoofer PS-WQ990F | 249 | 251.8 | 249 | 8,300 |
| Left rear speaker PS-RQ990F | 129.5 | 201.3 | 140.4 | 3,400 |
| Right rear speaker PS-RQ990F | 129.5 | 201.3 | 140.4 | 3,400 |
Package dimensions
Width1,308.1Height594.4Depth276.9mm(51.5 × 23.4 × 10.9 in)6Maker spec sheet (PDF)content.abt.com/documents/160701/samsung-soundbar-HWQ990D-spec-sheet.pdfRead 8 October 2026US maker sheet p2 rounded 51.5 x 23.4 x 10.9 in converted using 25.4 mm/in and rounded to 0.1 mm.
Package weight
In the box
0 of 4 differ
In the box
Soundbar, Wireless powered subwoofer, Two wireless rear speakers, Remote control, Remote batteries, HDMI cable, Wall mount kit, Rubber feet2Maker spec sheet (PDF)content.abt.com/documents/160701/samsung-soundbar-HWQ990D-spec-sheet.pdfRead 8 October 2026
Soundbar, Wireless powered subwoofer, Two wireless rear speakers, Remote control, Remote batteries, HDMI cable, Wall mount kit, Rubber feet2Maker spec sheet (PDF)images.samsung.com/is/content/samsung/p6pim/us/hw-q990f-za/specsheet/us-specsheet-hw-q990f-za-545838425.pdfRead 8 October 2026
Wall mount hardware included
HDMI cable included
General
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Series
Model numbers
GTIN / EAN
Announced
Status
Not available
Predecessor
Successor
Samsung HW-Q990F10Press releasenews.samsung.com/global/samsung-electronics-unveils-new-soundbars-at-ces-2025Read 23 October 2026Samsung's CES 2025 release calls the HW-Q990F the successor to the HW-Q990D.11Reviewtechradar.com/televisions/soundbars/samsung-hw-q990f-reviewRead 23 October 2026TechRadar's review says the HW-Q990F is the successor to the HW-Q990D.
Samsung HW-Q990H12Reviewtechradar.com/televisions/soundbars/samsung-takes-on-the-sonos-arc-ultra-with-a-powerful-all-in-one-dolby-atmos-soundbar-and-upgrades-the-best-soundbar-on-the-planet-too-for-good-measureRead 23 October 2026TechRadar says the HW-Q990H replaces the HW-Q990F and calls it the successor to the HW-Q990F.13Reviewnotebookcheck.com/Samsung-Neue-Flaggschiff-Dolby-Atmos-Soundbar-ist-da-aber-das-2025er-Modell-ist-der-bessere-Deal.1263788.0.htmlRead 23 October 2026Notebookcheck says the new HW-Q990H replaces last year's HW-Q990F.
Launch price (US)
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Launch price (EU)
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Markets
Colours
Links
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Product page
www.samsung.com/us/audio-devices/soundbar/q-series-11-1-4-ch-wireless-dolby-atmos-soundbar-rear-speakers-w-q-symphony-hw-q990d-sku-hw-q990d-za1Maker product pagesamsung.com/us/audio-devices/soundbar/q-series-11-1-4-ch-wireless-dolby-atmos-soundbar-rear-speakers-w-q-symphony-hw-q990d-sku-hw-q990d-zaRead 8 October 2026
Spec sheet
Manual
www.bhphotovideo.com/lit_files/1126258.pdf3Owner's manualbhphotovideo.com/lit_files/1126258.pdfRead 8 October 2026
downloadcenter.samsung.com/content/UM/202507/20250730064122001/AH81-17797A-02_WUG_HW-Q990F%20Q930F%20Q800F_ZA%20ZC%20ZD%20ZP%20ZX%20LATIN_ENG_250718.0.pdf3Owner's manualdownloadcenter.samsung.com/content/UM/202507/20250730064122001/AH81-17797A-02_WUG_HW-Q990F%20Q930F%20Q800F_ZA%20ZC%20ZD%20ZP%20ZX%20LATIN_ENG_250718.0.pdfRead 8 October 2026
EPREL registration number
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Warranty
None of 1 known
Manufacturer warranty (source market)
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