Samsung HW-Q990F vs JBL Bar 1000MK2

The Samsung HW-Q990F is a superior soundbar to the JBL Bar 1000MK2, although they each have distinct advantages. The Samsung offers a better default tuning, a higher-end build, greater Atmos verticality, and a higher spec'd 2.1 HDMI In. That said, the JBL has a unique design that allows you to use it as a bar with a sub, or remove the ends of the bar to use as satellites. It offers an impressive three HDMI In ports, though they have lower bandwidth than the Samsung's two. It also nearly matches the Samsung with regard to most tuning features like room correction and EQ. However, it's not as balanced-sounding out of the box, and it blends surround channels with any content panned to the L/R. Atmos content also plays from the satellites with a slight, but noticeable lag. Still, the JBL subwoofer doesn't chuff, even when the volume is pushed, as the Samsung's sub can under heavy bass loads.