Is resting on your laurels really such a bad plan' If you're Samsung's Q990 soundbar, maybe not. Now in its fourth iteration, the bar is perennially crowned the best for Dolby Atmos with only modest upgrades year over year. The HW-Q990D once again inches forward from its predecessor. The primary addition is a much-needed update to the bar's dual HDMI inputs for 4K HDR video pass-through at up to 120 Hz from gaming consoles. You'll pay an extra $100 for the privilege, but serious gamers may delight in two more connection points'especially those rocking a premium TV with only two gaming ports, like Sony's latest Bravia models. Otherwise, the Q990C is strikingly similar, with the same design, the same components, and slick features like the ability to connect wirelessly to select Samsung TVs. Meanwhile, the rest of the premium soundbar market offers appealing new alternatives, from pricey but powerful modular bars like the Sonos Arc Ultra (9/10, WIRED Recommends), to cheaper all-in-one...
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