Samsung HW-Q990D vs LG S90TY

The Samsung HW-Q990D is the brand's flagship 2024 11.1.4 soundbar, while the LG S90TY is a mid-range 5.1.3 bar. As a result, the Samsung has a more extensive feature set, and the bells and whistles translate to a better overall performance. It has a more balanced default sound, as well as better performance in pretty much all of sound tests. The most notable difference arises with Atmos and surround sound content, where the Samsung excels at creating an immersive experience. While both bars support 4k @ 120Hz HDMI passthrough, the Samsung is the only one capable of doing so at 10-bit. That said, you'll want to consider the LG if space is at a premium in your living space or you already own an LG TV, which will allow you to take advantage of LG-specific features, like wireless Dolby Atmos.