Samsung Q990B vs JBL Bar 5.0 review

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It makes sense comparing Samsung Q990B vs JBL Bar 5.0 because they both are able to give some premium features. Based on our rating, Q990B has a total rating of 9.8 out of 10 versus 8.2 for Bar 5.0.

Audio features

Both soundbars have active amplification type. A significant difference between the units in the number of channels, the Samsung Q990B has 11.1.4 versus 5.0 for the JBL Bar 5.0. The output power is different and equal to 656 (overall) W for the Q990B versus 250 (overall) W for the Bar 5.0. Competitors do not have a built-in subwoofer. Rivals have wireless connection to separate subwoofer. The Samsung Q990B got our rating of 10 out of 10, and the JBL Bar 5.0 5 for its audio features and specs.

Streaming services

Spotify is available on each of the soundbars. Both devices can play streaming audio from Pandora, SoundCloud.

Connectivity

These models have the ability to connect to the Internet via WI-FI. Rivals from our review have Bluetooth support. The Samsung Q990B has 2/1 HDMI inputs/outputs versus 1/1 of the JBL Bar 5.0. The HDMI Audio Return Channel (ARC) feature supports both devices. Both soundbars have a USB connector. For connectivity, each of the soundbars received a rating of 10/10.

Features

App control is available in every soundbar. A built-in microphone is present in each model. Multi-room is only available for the JBL Bar 5.0.

Multichannel surround

Both devices have support for Dolby Atmos multichannel audio format. A surround technology DTS:X is supported only by the Q990B. For multichannel surround Samsung Q990B got a rating of 10, and JBL Bar 5.0 7 out of 10.

Advantages Samsung Q990B over JBL Bar 5.0

Advantages JBL Bar 5.0 over Samsung Q990B