Samsung HW-Q990F Soundbar (2025)

Samsung's 2025 flagship 11.1.4-channel Dolby Atmos soundbar comes packaged with a wireless subwoofer and dedicated wireless rear speakers. Two HDMI 2.1 inputs handle 4K@120Hz pass-through with VRR, ALLM, Dolby Vision and HDR10+, while a third HDMI port serves as the eARC output to the TV. Network connectivity is Wi-Fi only — there is no built-in Ethernet jack on the bar. Q-Symphony pairs the bar with a 2024+ Samsung TV so the TV's speakers act as additional channels.

Samsung’s flagship 11.1.4 Dolby Atmos system with 2x HDMI 2.1 inputs (4K@120Hz, VRR), HDMI eARC out, and wireless rears.

Device Information

Manufacturer
Samsung
Release Year
2025
Model Number
HW-Q990F
Category
Audio Equipment

Available Ports

Connector Quantity Label Notes
HDMI 2.1 (Type A – Standard) 1 HDMI TO TV (eARC/ARC) eARC output to TV; carries lossless Dolby Atmos via TrueHD/MAT
HDMI 2.1 (Type A – Standard) 2 HDMI 1 / HDMI 2 (passthrough) 4K@120Hz, VRR, ALLM, Dolby Vision and HDR10+ pass-through
Optical TOSLINK (S/PDIF) 1 DIGITAL AUDIO IN (OPTICAL) Up to Dolby Digital 5.1; no Atmos via optical
USB Type-A (USB 2.0) 1 SERVICE Firmware updates only — not for media playback

Notes & Compatibility

11.1.4 channels with wireless subwoofer + wireless rear speakers. eARC on the HDMI to TV port. Both HDMI inputs support 4K@120Hz, VRR, ALLM, Dolby Vision and HDR10+ pass-through. Wi-Fi only — no Ethernet jack.

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