Samsung HW-Q990F Soundbar System vs Samsung HW-Q990F Soundbar
These are the same Samsung 11.1.4-channel system: the HW-Q990F is sold under its model name, and the 656W listing is that same HW-Q990F/ZA hardware. Both bring a soundbar, dual 8-inch wireless subwoofer and wireless 2-way rear speakers, with Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, Q-Symphony, SpaceFit Sound Pro and AirPlay 2. Owners and reviewers rate the Q990 series highly for room-filling surround and deep bass; the recurring complaints are size, rear-speaker power cables and setup fiddling. Buy whichever listing names the HW-Q990F/ZA model and includes the full box, since the hardware is identical.
- Choose the Samsung HW-Q990F if you want the model named outright, with the full in-box kit and Samsung's own feature documentation behind it.
- Choose the Samsung 656W 11.1.4-Ch system if the listing confirms it is the HW-Q990F/ZA and you are comfortable buying through an authorized-retailer offer network.
Prices
- Samsung HW-Q990F Soundbar System: $645.00 at Emafoo (last seen Nov 5)
- Samsung HW-Q990F Soundbar: $949.00 at Greentoe (checked today)
- Difference: the Samsung HW-Q990F Soundbar System is $304.00 cheaper than the Samsung HW-Q990F Soundbar at the latest prices (Nov 5 and Nov 13)

