Sony HT-ST5000 vs LG SC9S review

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The Sony HT-ST5000 vs LG SC9S comparison shows that these models have some important differences and common features. The Sony HT-ST5000 was rated 8.6, while the LG SC9S has a rating 6.4.

Audio features

Each of the models under consideration has active amplification type. A noticeable difference is the number of channels that HT-ST5000 has 7.1.2 and SC9S has 2.1. These rivals can be compared in terms of power, 800 (overall) versus 310 (overall) according to devices. The built-in subwoofer is not implemented in any of these models. An external subwoofer can be connected to any of the units in this comparison. Rate 9 out of 10 received the Sony HT-ST5000 for audio features and specs, but the LG SC9S received 6 out of 10.

Streaming services

Each of the competitors can play content from Spotify.

Connectivity

Both models have a wireless Wi-Fi interface. Soundbars from this comparison have Bluetooth support. There are 3/1 HDMI inputs/outputs in the Sony HT-ST5000 versus 1/1 HDMIs in the LG SC9S. As in the HT-ST5000, so in the SC9S there is the HDMI Audio Return Channel (ARC). Connecting devices via USB is possible in both models. We rated the connectivity of the HT-ST5000 at 9 out of 10, while the SC9S was rated 7/10. Each of the soundbars can be controlled using the application. The Sony HT-ST5000 equipped with a microphone. The Sony HT-ST5000 may become part of a multiroom system.

Multichannel surround

Manufacturers equipped both units with Dolby Atmos audio decoder. Units from this comparison can process surround sound due to DTS:X support. The HT-ST5000 was rated 8/10, while the SC9S received a mark of 5/10 for multichannel surround.

Advantages Sony HT-ST5000 over LG SC9S

Advantages LG SC9S over Sony HT-ST5000