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Samsung HW-Q90R
Bose Smart Soundbar 900
The Samsung HW-Q90R and the standalone Bose Smart Soundbar 900 both perform well. The Samsung is a 7.1.4 setup that comes with a subwoofer and satellites. It gets louder, and it can reproduce a more extended low-bass. It also has a better surrounds performance. Unlike the Bose, it comes with a graphic EQ and presets as well as a Full HDMI In port for high-quality passthrough. That said, the Bose is better built and performs well for a standalone bar. It has a better soundstage, and it also comes with room correction. You can even upgrade it with a sub and satellites if you want.
Samsung HW-Q90R
Bose Smart Soundbar 900
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