Soundbar Showdown: Sony HT-A7000 vs Sonos Arc vs Samsung HW-Q990D – Which Dolby Atmos Champ Reigns Supreme?
Samsung’s HW-Q990D launched in 2024 as an 11.1.4-channel system with wireless sub and rears, retailing for about $2,000. Sony’s HT-A7000, released in 2021, is a 7.1.2-channel bar with HDMI switching and expandability, priced similarly when fully equipped. Sonos Arc, out since 2020, is a 5.0.2-channel bar relying on Wi-Fi, with a full setup also near $2,000.