Samsung
Q990D
$1190.00
JBL
Based on 27 Reddit mentions
$999.00
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I'd go with the JBL 1300 MK2. Because you have the option of using the two rear speakers as portable Bluetooth speakers, and each rear speaker has four channels.
RJ4500 in r/Soundbars
March 29, 2026 1:43 PM
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Good question. Having owned both, I’d say Samsung spreads more constant background sound through the rear speakers, while the JBL is more focused on the actual on-screen action and object placement. One important thing to keep in mind is that Samsung’s rears have no mid or low-frequency, whereas the
...enemy_99 in r/Soundbars
December 13, 2025 2:34 PM
4
I’ve got the JBL Bar 1300 MK2 (Japan version) and honestly, I couldn’t agree more. I came from an old LG SK9Y and the jump in quality is massive. Even though the sub looks kinda small, it’s actually a dual 8-inch with 1200W RMS and you can definitely feel it. It fills the room easily and still keeps
...ensabahnoor in r/Soundbars
November 1, 2025 11:55 PM
4
I have a JBL BAR 1300 MK2 and it’s pretty awesome. The biggest factor which swayed my decision from the Samsung 990F was that the rear surround speakers are completely wireless. This was a huge plus compared to having speakers which required man’s power connection due to my living room layout. They
...Moist-Scientist32 in r/Soundbars
March 28, 2026 3:27 AM
3
Be aware that the JBL Bar 1300 MK1 subwoofer might be rated at 300W but in real tests, it can only go up to 100W, so I would never ever expect the subwoofer from MK2 to get to 1200W if that's what they are advertising. Samsung's dual 8 inch driver sub from Q990F is somewhat closer to reality, rated
...AlexNec02 in r/Soundbars
January 12, 2026 12:51 PM
3