Samsung's 2026 flagship Dolby Atmos soundbar is here, but you should get the 2025 model instead

[Redaktion]

Samsung's new HW-Q990H flagship soundbar brings AI-driven features like Sound Elevation and Auto Volume, but leaves the hardware largely unchanged from last year. At $1,999, it's a tough sell when the HW-Q990F (even the older Q990D), offer nearly identical performance for significantly less. Unless you really want the latest software tweaks, last year's model remains the smarter buy.

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[Harish]

The Samsung Q990F is a solid Soundbar, but let's cut through the chase and flip the script for the best. When stacked against the Nakamichi Dragon, a similar 11.1.x configuration reveals a clear winner – the Dragon outclasses the Q990F in performance. In fact, none of the Soundbar can dare to close to this beast. This disparity underscores a crucial truth: true excellence lies not in aesthetics or brand prestige, but in meticulous engineering, premium components, and a relentless focus on performance - art of audio engineering, reproducing true audio dynamics with a hallmark of robust build for longevity. The Nakamichi Dragon is a masterclass in sound reproduction, earning its title as a cinephile-grade system that sets the benchmark for the industry.