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Samsung HW-Q90R vs Nakamichi Shockwafe Ultra 9.2Ch
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Samsung HW-Q90R
Nakamichi Shockwafe Ultra 9.2Ch
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Updated Jan 11, 2024 05:16 PM
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Channels7.1.4
Channels9.2.4
Variants
- HW-Q90R
- Shockwafe Ultra 9.2Ch (Black)
Our Verdict
Samsung HW-Q90R
Nakamichi Shockwafe Ultra 9.2Ch
The Samsung HW-Q90R is a better soundbar system than the Nakamichi Shockwafe Ultra 9.2Ch. The Samsung has a more neutral sound profile out-of-the-box, which some users may prefer. It also reproduces a more extended low-bass, and it performs better at max volume. There's even a graphic EQ to help you customize its sound. That said, some users may prefer the Nakamichi's unique design with four satellites and two subs.
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Main Differences forMixed Usage
Mixed Usage
Threshold
Mixed Usage
8.2
7.4
Stereo Frequency Response
8.4
6.9
Stereo Dynamics
9.0
7.7
Auto-Volume/Night Mode
No
Yes
Full Comparison
Design
Style - Bar
Style photo - bar
Style - Subwoofer
Style photo - sub
Sub Wireless
Yes
Yes
Enclosure
Ported
Ported
Style - Satellites
Style photo - satellites
Satellite Wireless
Yes
Partial, wired to wireless sub
Dimensions - Bar
Dimensions photo - bar
Width
48.3" (122.7 cm)
45.6" (115.8 cm)
Height
3.1" (8.0 cm)
3.5" (9.0 cm)
Depth
5.4" (13.8 cm)
3.1" (8.0 cm)
Dimensions - Subwoofer
Dimensions photo - sub
Width
7.9" (20.1 cm)
12.4" (31.6 cm)
Height
15.9" (40.4 cm)
20.3" (51.6 cm)
Depth
15.7" (39.8 cm)
13.6" (34.5 cm)
Dimensions - Satellites
Dimensions photo - satellites
Width
5.6" (14.1 cm)
8.0" (20.4 cm)
Height
8.2" (20.9 cm)
5.6" (14.3 cm)
Depth
4.8" (12.1 cm)
4.8" (12.1 cm)
Mounting
Bar Mounting Holes
Satellite Mounting Holes
Mountable Bar
Yes
Bar Brackets Included
Yes
Mountable Satellites
Yes
Satellite Brackets Included
Yes
Build Quality
8.0
8.0
Build quality photo
In The Box
In The Box photo
HDMI Cable Length
1.5 m (4.9 ft)
Digital Optical Cable Length
N/A
Back - Bar
Back photo - bar
Bar Mounting
Universal (holes on underside)
Back - Subwoofer
Back photo - sub
Enclosure
Ported
Ported
Back - Satellites
Back photo - satellites
Mounting
Universal (holes on back)
Sound
Stereo Frequency Response
8.4
6.9
Stereo Setup
Raw Frequency Response
Frequency Response Small
Tested Preset
Standard
DSP Off
Slope
-0.41
0.07
Std. Err.
2.65 dB
3.62 dB
Channels
7.1.4
9.2.4
Low-Frequency Extension
27.1 Hz
48.3 Hz
High-Frequency Extension
17.7 kHz
7.1 kHz
Stereo Frequency Response With Preliminary Calibration
8.4
6.9
Frequency Response Calibrated
Suggested Preset
Standard
DSP Off
Suggested Bass Setting
0
5
Suggested Treble Setting
0
5
Slope
-0.41
0.07
Std. Err.
2.65 dB
3.62 dB
Low-Frequency Extension
27.1 Hz
48.3 Hz
High-Frequency Extension
17.7 kHz
7.1 kHz
Stereo Soundstage
7.5
7.5
Crosstalk Error
2.51 dB
1.65 dB
Stereo Dynamics
9.0
7.7
Dynamic Range Compression
SPL @ Max Volume
101.3 dB SPL
101.1 dB SPL
DRC @ Max Volume
1.12 dB
3.61 dB
Stereo Total Harmonic Distortion
8.4
7.5
Weighted THD @ 80dB
0.19
0.56
Weighted THD @ Max Volume
1.51
1.76
Center
8.6
8.4
Center Setup
Frequency Response
Localization
Discrete
Discrete
Slope
-0.34
-1.06
Std. Err.
2.71 dB
3.84 dB
SPL @ Max Volume
96.5 dB SPL
101.5 dB SPL
Weighted THD @ 80dB
0.42
0.41
Weighted THD @ Max Volume
1.36
1.66
Surround 5.1
8.3
8.3
Surround Setup
Frequency Response
Localization
Discrete
Discrete
Slope
-1.50
-0.61
Std. Err.
4.46 dB
4.24 dB
SPL @ Max Volume
123.0 dB SPL
102.3 dB SPL
Weighted THD @ 80dB
0.33
0.14
Weighted THD @ Max Volume
1.43
1.90
7.1 Rears
Yes
Yes
Height (Atmos)
6.4
6.4
Height Setup
H Frequency Response
Localization
Phantom (Up Firing, Bar & Satellites)
Phantom (Side Firing, Front Firing Bar and Up Firing Satellites)
Slope
-0.38
-0.89
Std. Err.
5.25 dB
5.04 dB
SPL @ Max Volume
95.6 dB SPL
100.2 dB SPL
Weighted THD @ 80dB
0.33
2.18
Weighted THD @ Max Volume
1.46
0.95
Sound Enhancement Features
6.3
6.8
Room Correction
No
No
Dialogue Enhancement
Yes
Yes
Auto-Volume/Night Mode
No
Yes
Subwoofer Level Adjustment
Yes
Yes
Bass Adjustment
Yes
No
Treble Adjustment
Yes
Yes
EQ
Graphic + Presets
Presets
Surround Level Adjustment
Yes
Yes
Rear Level Adjustment
Yes
Yes
Height Level Adjustment
Yes
No
Virtual Surround
Yes
Yes
Connectivity
Inputs/Outputs - Bar
Physical Connections Bar Photo 1
Physical Connections Bar Photo 2
Optical Audio In
1
1
HDMI ARC
1 (shared)
1 (shared)
HDMI Out
1 (shared)
1 (shared)
Full HDMI In
2
3
Analog Audio In 3.5mm (Aux)
No
1
RCA In
No
No
USB for Files
No
1
Ethernet
No
No
Subwoofer Output
No
Audio Format Support - ARC
10
8.4
eARC
Yes
No
Dolby Atmos
Yes
Yes
Dolby Digital
Yes
Yes
Dolby Digital Plus
Yes
Yes
DTS
Yes
Yes
DTS:X (eARC only)
Yes
No
Dolby TrueHD (eARC only)
Yes
No
DTS-HD MA (eARC only)
Yes
No
5.1 PCM (eARC only)
Yes
No
Audio Format Support - Full HDMI In
10
10
Dolby Atmos
Yes
Yes
DTS:X
Yes
Yes
Dolby Digital
Yes
Yes
Dolby Digital Plus
Yes
Yes
DTS
Yes
Yes
Dolby TrueHD
Yes
Yes
DTS-HD MA
Yes
Yes
5.1 PCM
Yes
Yes
Audio Format Support - Optical
10
10
Dolby Digital
Yes
Yes
DTS
Yes
Yes
Latency
7.2
8.1
Latency Video
ARC
92 ms
69 ms
Optical
73 ms
70 ms
Full HDMI In
81 ms
-28 ms
Wireless Playback
8.0
6.0
Bluetooth
Yes
Yes
Wi-Fi Playback
Yes
No
Chromecast built-in
No
No
Apple AirPlay
No
No
Spotify Connect
No
Other Input Specifications
4k @ 60 Hz Passthrough
Yes
Yes
4k @ 60 Hz @ 10 bit Passthrough
Yes
Yes
4k @ 60 Hz @ 4:4:4 Passthrough
Yes
Yes
HDR10 Passthrough
Yes
Yes
Connectivity - Subwoofer
Physical inputs subwoofer photo 1
Physical controls subwoofer photo 1
Sub Wireless
Yes
Yes
Connectivity - Satellites
Physical inputs satellites photo 1
Physical controls satellites photo 1
Sat Wireless
Yes
Partial, wired to wireless sub
Additional Features
Interface
Interface photo
Display
Yes
Yes
Bar Controls
Controls photo
Remote
Remote photo
Universal Remote
No
Voice Assistants Support
Amazon Alexa
No
No
Google Assistant
No
No
Apple Siri
No
No
Microphone Mute
No
App
App image
App Name
Samsung SmartThings
iOS
Yes
Android
Yes
Acts As A Remote
Yes
Controls Soundbar's Settings
Some
Casts Device Files
Yes
Other Features
Power Saving
Auto-off
HDMI CEC (TV Remote Control)
Yes
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