Samsung's HW-Q930F/XU sits in the upper mid-range of its Q Series soundbars, pitched below the flagship models but competing directly with premium Dolby Atmos setups from Sonos, LG and Sony. It's built for people who want a bigger, more cinematic sound than a TV can manage, without committing to a full AV receiver and separate speakers. The headline "9.1.4ch" layout points to a system that can place effects around you and above you, while the wireless subwoofer takes care of the low-end punch that gives films and games proper weight.

Who is this for?

Best suited to living rooms where you actually sit in the "sweet spot" and watch a lot of streaming films, sport or console games. Bluetooth support is useful for casual music playback from a phone, though it's the surround processing and Atmos-style height effects that make the real difference.

• 9.1.4 channels: more speaker channels help widen the front stage and add overhead effects for Atmos mixes.
• Wireless subwoofer: deeper bass without running a cable across the room.
• Bluetooth: quick pairing for podcasts, playlists and background listening.