Samsung HW-Q990F Soundbar System vs Sony BRAVIA Theatre Bar 9 Soundbar

The Samsung HW-Q990F is the more complete surround system. It ships with a wireless subwoofer and wireless rear speakers, giving real 11.1.4-channel sound with height and rear effects. The Sony BRAVIA Theatre Bar 9 is a single bar with 13 drivers and up-firing and side-firing speakers, so it creates surround virtually and keeps the room cleaner. Reviewers rate the Samsung highly for room-filling Atmos and deep bass; the Sony is praised for a wide, precise soundstage and clean design, but it leans on virtual processing for rear effects.

• Choose the Samsung HW-Q990F if you want true rear and height channels, deep bass from a dedicated subwoofer, and a full 11.1.4 setup for movies and games.
• Choose the Sony BRAVIA Theatre Bar 9 if you want one wall-mountable bar with no rear speakers or subwoofer box, and you value a wide, precise soundstage over physical surround.