Samsung · Updated June 2026
Samsung HW-Q990D: price, specs & release date
Samsung HW-Q990D, released 2024. Every price and spec below is linked to its source and dated — no guesses.
Source: samsung.com verified ✓ corroborated verify in ledger
The Samsung HW-Q990D is listed at $1999.99 on samsung.com as of 2026-06-27, #16 cheapest of 17 soundbars (median $999); other retailers may be lower. It earns a Silver Deskmark — 50/100 pay-blind standing, #6 of 11 in class.
Verified Jun 27, 2026 · figures linked to their source in the table below
- Best for Boomy, immersive all-in-one 11.1.4 Atmos sound with modern conveniences (HDMI 2.1).
- Skip if Only a small upgrade over the previous Q990C model at a high $2,000 list price is a dealbreaker.
Is the Samsung HW-Q990D a good buy?
At $2000, the Samsung HW-Q990D is #16 cheapest of the 17 soundbars we track, where the median is $999. On the spec sheet, its total watts of 656 is above the median of the 11.
Evidence of Record
Our dataNo independent lab has measured this product yet. 1 outlet has it on record by mention only, with no hands-on measurements published to weigh its claims against — a gap in the evidence, not a verdict on the product.
Review consensus · sourced & dated
What reviewers say about the Samsung HW-Q990D
One whitelisted tester source survived verification: Engadget, a genuine hands-on review of the exact model (HW-Q990D, correct 'D' suffix). Both quoted sentences were re-confirmed verbatim on the page. RTINGS and TechRadar candidate pages returned no usable body text and were excluded, so this consensus rests on a single source. Engadget praises boomy, immersive all-in-one 11.1.4 Atmos sound with new HDMI 2.1 conveniences, but flags only a minor generational upgrade over the Q990C at a $2,000 list price.
Based on 1 review · 1 lab-tested · 2024-05-10
Tested by Engadget
Consistently praised
- Boomy, immersive all-in-one 11.1.4 Atmos sound with modern conveniences (HDMI 2.1)
Commonly flagged
- Only a small upgrade over the previous Q990C model at a high $2,000 list price
Where reviewers disagree No cross-source disagreement could be assessed: only one whitelisted source (Engadget) was verifiable. RTINGS and TechRadar candidate pages were unfetchable and excluded from the consensus.
The sources (1)
The Q990D offers boomy, immersive sound in an all-in-one package that now has all the modern conveniences it should.
The Q990D doesn't offer a huge upgrade over last year's model.
Specifications
| Price (US) | $1999.99 US MSRP $1,999.99 confirmed from Samsung.com product page and Best Buy/Crutchfield listings (2024 flagship). Street prices frequently discounted well below MSRP. |
|---|---|
| Brand | Samsung |
| Released | 2024 |
| Channels | 11.1.4 |
| Total watts | 656 |
| Dolby atmos | Yes |
| Dts x | Yes |
| Wireless sub | Yes |
| Rear speakers | Yes |
| HDMI earc | Yes |
| Voice assistant | Amazon Alexa |
Source: samsung.com (verified 2026-06-15) · corroborated by rtings.com. Channel config 11.1.4ch and $1,999.99 MSRP confirmed directly from Samsung.com product page. 656W total power per Samsung Q990 system architecture. Wireless subwoofer and up/side-firing wireless rear speakers included in the box (Samsung.com 'Rear Speakers Included'). HDMI eARC (HDMI 2.1 with 4K/120Hz, VRR, ALLM) confirmed via What Hi-Fi and TechRadar reviews. Dolby Atmos AND DTS:X both supported (corrected: What Hi-Fi, RTINGS, and TechRadar all confirm DTS:X decoding). Voice assistant: built-in Alexa per What Hi-Fi review. 2024 release year (Samsung 2024 lineup).
Is the Samsung HW-Q990D worth it vs cheaper soundbars?
Samsung HW-Q990D against its closest cheaper and pricier soundbars on the specs that matter — every value sourced. See all 17 ranked
| Product | Price | Channels | Total watts | Dolby atmos | Dts x | Wireless sub |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Samsung HW-Q990D this | $1999.99 | 11.1.4 | 656 | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| JBL Bar 1300X | $1699.95 | 11.1.4 | 1170 | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Frequently asked questions
What do reviewers say about the Samsung HW-Q990D?
One whitelisted tester source survived verification: Engadget, a genuine hands-on review of the exact model (HW-Q990D, correct 'D' suffix). Both quoted sentences were re-confirmed verbatim on the page. RTINGS and TechRadar candidate pages returned no usable body text and were excluded, so this consensus rests on a single source. Engadget praises boomy, immersive all-in-one 11.1.4 Atmos sound with new HDMI 2.1 conveniences, but flags only a minor generational upgrade over the Q990C at a $2,000 list price. Praised: Boomy, immersive all-in-one 11.1.4 Atmos sound with modern conveniences (HDMI 2.1). Flagged: Only a small upgrade over the previous Q990C model at a high $2,000 list price. (From 1 tester review, 1 lab-tested.)
How much does the Samsung HW-Q990D cost?
The Samsung HW-Q990D has a US price of $1999.99 (US MSRP $1,999.99 confirmed from Samsung.com product page and Best Buy/Crutchfield listings (2024 flagship). Street prices frequently discounted well below MSRP.), as of 2026-06-15.
How does the Samsung HW-Q990D compare on price?
At $2000, the Samsung HW-Q990D is #16 cheapest of the 17 soundbars we track, where the median is $999.
When was the Samsung HW-Q990D released?
The Samsung HW-Q990D was released 2024.
What are the Samsung HW-Q990D's key specs?
Samsung HW-Q990D (Samsung): channels 11.1.4, total watts 656, dolby atmos Yes, dts x Yes, wireless sub Yes. Full sourced spec sheet verified 2026-06-15.
Price of record: $1999.99 at samsung.com, 2026-06-27. Other retailers may be lower — check the current price:
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