Best Speakers for HDMI 2.1 gaming

#1 Samsung HW-Q990F Soundbar
4.7

HDMI 2.1 gaming support is praised for 4K/120-style passthrough and no lag or video-quality loss in gaming tests.

Pros: Multi-speaker pairing reliability, Gaming HDMI passthrough

Cons: Google, Cabinet construction / bracing

#2 Samsung HW-Q990D Soundbar
4.6

HDMI 2.1 gaming support was a major strength, with repeated praise for 4K/120Hz, VRR, low latency, and console usefulness.

Pros: Soundstage height, Surround sound simulation

Cons: Chromecast compatibility, Google

#3 JBL Bar 500 MK2 Soundbar
2.7

HDMI 2.1 gaming support was a weakness because reviewers noted the HDMI input is not HDMI 2.1 and is limited for 4K/120 use.

Pros: Spotify Connect reliability, Setup simplicity

Cons: On-device controls, HDMI 2.1 gaming

#4 JBL Bar 1300X Soundbar
2.3

HDMI 2.1 gaming support was limited, with reviewers routing consoles directly to the TV for better high-refresh gaming.

Pros: Inter-speaker connectivity, Audio format support

Cons: optical, Gaming HDMI passthrough