Best Premium Dolby Atmos
Samsung HW-Q990D
$800-$1,200An 11.1.4-channel powerhouse with 22 speakers that delivers the best Dolby Atmos performance for the money. Fills large rooms with powerful bass and immersive spatial audio without requiring separate amps or cables.
what experts say
- >“No one has brought the juice to take out Samsung's Q990 soundbar series in years. If you want the best one-box Dolby Atmos machine for your dollars, it's as simple as Q990.”— WIRED
- >“Best Dolby Atmos soundbar system with powerful bass and fantastic spatial audio”— RTINGS
pros & cons
[+] what's great
- +11.1.4 channels with 22 speakers for immersive Dolby Atmos and DTS:X
- +HDMI 2.1 pass-through for connecting game consoles directly
- +Works with newer Samsung TVs via Q-Symphony feature
- +Powerful bass and fantastic spatial audio immersion
- +Often costs hundreds less than newer Q990F model
[-] what's not
- -Large footprint at 48.5 inches wide requires substantial TV stand space
- -Auto-calibration still annoyingly absent
- -Premium price point may be prohibitive for budget-conscious buyers
- -Complex 11.1.4 setup requires more wall space for surrounds
