Between the Smart Ultra Soundbar and HW-Q990D, the Smart Ultra Soundbar comes out ahead in several specs, while the HW-Q990D wins on subwoofer included and total power. Overall, the Smart Ultra Soundbar scores 35 and the HW-Q990D scores 74.9 on our Mars Score.
Which should you buy?
The HW-Q990D is the clear pick on raw spec strength, leading by 39.9 points on the Mars Score. The margin is wide enough that the underdog only makes sense if its individual strengths line up with what you specifically need.
The Smart Ultra Soundbar doesn't pull ahead on any single popular-comparison spec — its strengths sit in the spec table groups rather than the headline advantages.
Pick the HW-Q990D if you care most about subwoofer included and total power. Its strongest claims are subwoofer included, total power.
Both ship with comparable dolby atmos, earc, so those specs don't separate the two — focus on the differences below.
Bottom line: the HW-Q990D is the safer default. The other model is the right choice only when its specific advantages line up with your priorities.
Why Bose - Smart Ultra Soundbar wins
- No decisive advantages.
Why Samsung - HW-Q990D wins
- ▲Has Subwoofer included.
- ▲Total power: 656 W vs 0 W.
Spec comparison
Audio
| Spec | Bose - Smart Ultra Soundbar | Samsung - HW-Q990D |
|---|---|---|
| Channels | 5.1.2 | 11.1.4 |
| Total power | 0 W | 656 Wlead |
| Dolby Atmosⓘ | true | true |
| DTS:X | false | truelead |
Connectivity
| Spec | Bose - Smart Ultra Soundbar | Samsung - HW-Q990D |
|---|---|---|
| HDMI inputs | 1 | 2lead |
| eARCⓘ | true | true |
| Subwoofer included | false | truelead |
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