Samsung Q800F 5.1.2ch Q Series Soundbar + Subwoofer, Wireless Dolby Atmos, Q-Symphony, Game Mode Pro, Smart Integration (HW-Q800F, 2025) vs Samsung HWQ990F 11.1.4 Channel Q-Series Soundbar with Subwoofer and Rear Speakers
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#2 in Soundbars
Samsung
Samsung Q800F 5.1.2ch Q Series Soundbar + Subwoofer, Wireless Dolby Atmos, Q-Symphony, Game Mode Pro, Smart Integration (HW-Q800F, 2025)
$797.99
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Pros
- +Wider sound stage
- +5.1.2 system
- +Dedicated side-firing speakers
- +Immersive 'bubble' of sound
- +More compact, refined subwoofer
โThe biggest difference you will notice is the 'width' of the sound. The Q800F is a 5.1.2 system that adds dedicated side-firing speakers... It creates a much more immersive 'bubble' of sound even withโ

#1 in Soundbars
Samsung
Samsung HWQ990F 11.1.4 Channel Q-Series Soundbar with Subwoofer and Rear Speakers
$944.95
100/100Excellent
100% positive0% neutral0% negative
Pros
- +Awesome sound
- +11.1.4ch dolby atmos soundbar w/subwoofer
- +Much richer sound (even at lower volumes)
- +Significant upgrade over tv speakers
- +Preferred over lg soundbars
Cons
- -Can get very loud
- -Potential to disturb neighbors at higher volumes
โI have the 990f, the other day I accidentally turned it off and it reverted back to the TV speakers and I couldn't understand how I used to this they were ok. Even at lower volumes the sounds is much โ