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Best For
Best for Gaming
Samsung HW-Q990D
Better Sound Quality
Samsung HW-Q990D
Best Value
Samsung HW-Q930F/XU
Best Home Theatre Experience
Samsung HW-Q990D
Better Connectivity
Samsung HW-Q930F/XU
The Samsung HW-Q990D and Samsung HW-Q930F/XU are premium Dolby Atmos soundbars designed for immersive home theatre setups, but they target slightly different buyers. The HW-Q990D delivers a more powerful 11.1.4 channel setup with 22 speakers and 656W output, making it ideal for users who want a cinema-like surround experience with deeper sound separation. Meanwhile, the HW-Q930F/XU offers a slightly more compact 9.1.4 channel system with 580W output and newer Bluetooth 5.3 support, giving buyers a strong balance between performance, connectivity, and value. Both support Dolby Atmos, wireless rear speakers, gaming modes, and smart streaming features.
Verdict
The Samsung HW-Q990D is the better choice for serious home theatre enthusiasts, gamers, and users who want the most immersive surround sound performance available from Samsung. Its 11.1.4 channel setup and higher speaker count create a noticeably larger soundstage. On the other hand, the Samsung HW-Q930F/XU is a smarter pick for buyers looking for premium Dolby Atmos performance at a relatively better value with slightly lower power consumption and newer Bluetooth connectivity.
| Specification | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | 128635.59 |
129675.08 |
| Brand | Samsung |
Samsung |
| Model No | HW-Q990D |
HW-Q930F/XU |
| Wired / Wireless | Home Theatre Speaker Specification |
Home Theatre Speaker Specification |
| Driver Type | Dynamic |
Dynamic |
| Driver Diameter | 25.4 mm 127 mm |
NA |
| Impedance | NA |
NA |
| Sensitivity | NA |
NA |
| Frequency Response | 120 Hz |
20Hz - 20 KHz |
| Maximum Power Input | NA |
Operating Power Consumption : 42 W Power Consumption Standby : 0.5 W Operating Power Consumption ( Subwoofer ) : 26 W Operating Power Consumption ( Rear ) : 19 W ( L CH ) /19 W ( R CH ) Free Voltage |
| Maximum Power Output | 656 W ( RMS ) Center Speaker Up-Firing Speaker Side-Firing Speaker Number of Speaker 22 Front Wide-Firing Speaker Wireless Subwoofer Included Surround Sound Channel Configuration : 11.1.4 |
580 W ( RMS ) Center Speaker Up-Firing Speaker Side-Firing Speaker Number of Speaker 17 Front Wide-Firing Speaker Wireless Subwoofer Included Wireless Rear Speaker Included Surround Sound Channel Configuration : 9.1.4 |
| Signal to Noise Ratio | NA |
NA |
| Noise Cancelling | ||
| Aux Connectivity | No |
No |
| Weight | Set Weight : 22.81 Kg Subwoofer : 11.70 Kg Rear Speaker : 3.40 Kg Main Speaker : 7.71 Kg Shipping Weight : 28.21 Kg |
Net Weight Main Speaker : 5.3 Kg Net Weight Sub Woofer : 7.2 Kg Net Weight Speaker : 3.1 Kg Set Weight : 20.0 Kg |
| Dimensions | Packing Size : 1308.1 mm X 594.36 X 276.86 mm Rear Speaker : 127 mm X 200.66 mm X 139.7 mm Sub Woofer : 218.44 mm X 411.48 mm X 408.94 mm Main Speaker : 1231.9 mm X 68.58 mm X 137.16 mm |
Main Speaker : 1110.7 mm X 60.4 mm X 120.0 mm Rear Speaker : 129.5 mm X 201.3 mm X 140.4 mm Sub Woofer : 249.0 mm X 251.8 mm X 249.0 mm Packaged Dimension : 1187.0 mm X 412.0 mm X 296.0 mm |
| Available Colors | Black |
Black |
| Accessories | Samsung HW-Q990D Home Theatre Speaker HDMI Cable Rubber Foot Remote Controller Wall Mount Bracket Battery For Remote Controller |
Samsung HW-Q930F/XU Home Theatre Speaker Remote Controller Wall Mount Bracket |
| Other Features | Voice Feature : Bixby Built-In, Alexa Built-In & Works With Google. Sound Modes : Surround Sound expansion, Game Pro, Standard, Adaptive Sound. Video Features : Wi-Fi, 4K Video Pass-120Hz,HDR 10+, Wireless Frequency Band-2.4/5GHz & Wi-Fi Spec-802.11ac. Special Features : Roon Tested, Wall Mounting, Compatible Rear Speaker-Inbox, Compatible Wireless Subwoofer-Inbox, Farfield Voice Expansion For TV, Smart Things App, Shop Mode & POP Label. Connectivity : 2 HDMI In, 1 HDMI Out, HDMI eARC, HDMI CEC, Bluetooth Power On, Auto Power Link, Chromecast, Spotify Connect, Tidal Connect, Bluetooth, AirPlay, USB Only For Service & Digital Audio Input ( Optical ). Free Installation: Samsung Installation Team will contact you for Demo/Installation within 24-48 hours of delivery or at the delivery schedule chosen by you at the time of placing an order to confirm the Service request. Contact us within 72 hours of delivery if you miss our service call. Audio Features : Wireless Dolby ATMOS, Multi Position Rear Speaker, Auto AV Sync, Dolby ATMOS Dolby TrueHD Dolby Digital Plus, DTS:X DTS-HD HRA DTS-HD MA DTS Express DTS 5.1Ch, Wireless Rear Speaker included, Wide Range Tweeter, Night Mode, Hi-Res Audio Decoding, LPCM-Multi Channel, SpaceFit Sound Pro, Voice Enhance Mode, Active Voice Amplifier, Private Rear Sound & Sound Grouping. |
One Remote Control. Voice Features : Works With Google & Alexa. Vedio Features : 4K Video Pass- 60Hz & HDR 10+. Power Output : 580 W, True HD 9.1.4 Channel & 17 Speakers. Sound Modes : Surround Sound Expansion, Game Pro, Adaptive Sound & Standard. Connectivity : HDMI In 1, HDMI Out 1,Optical In 1, HDMI eARC, HDMI CEC, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.3 & One Control. Audio Features : Active Voice Amplifier Pro, Voice Enhance Mode, Night Mode, SpaceFit Sound Pro, LPCM-Multi Channel, Moderate Bass & Dolby - ATMOS Music, ATMOS, Dolby 5.1Channel, Dolby Digital Plus & Dolby True HD. Special Features : Feel the sound from above With SmartThings App, Q-Symphony, Multi Position Rear Speaker, Chromecast, Spotify Connect, AirPlay, Tidal Connect, Wireless Dolby ATMOS, Roon Service - Roon Ready & Tap Sound. |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which product is better for gaming?
The Samsung HW-Q990D is better for gaming thanks to its 11.1.4 channel setup, 656W output, and 4K 120Hz pass-through support for smoother console gaming.
Does Samsung HW-Q990D support Dolby Atmos?
Yes, the Samsung HW-Q990D supports Wireless Dolby Atmos, Dolby TrueHD, DTS:X, and multiple advanced surround audio formats.
Which soundbar has better surround sound performance?
The Samsung HW-Q990D delivers a more immersive surround sound experience because it includes 22 speakers with an 11.1.4 channel configuration.
Is the Samsung HW-Q930F/XU good for movies?
Yes, the Samsung HW-Q930F/XU is excellent for movies with Dolby Atmos support, wireless rear speakers, and adaptive sound technologies.
Which model offers better value for money?
The Samsung HW-Q930F/XU offers better value for buyers who want premium Dolby Atmos features without paying for Samsung’s top-end flagship model.
Do both soundbars support wireless rear speakers?
Yes, both soundbars include wireless rear speakers and wireless subwoofers for a cleaner home theatre setup.
Top Differences
- Sound Output: 656W vs 580W
- Channels: 656 vs 580
- Bluetooth Version: 5.2 vs 5.3
- Frequency Response: 120 Hz vs 20Hz - 20 KHz