An affordable soundbar is always a good option to consider, so LG SN11RG vs Samsung HW-N950 comparison definitely makes sense. Based on our rating, SN11RG has a total rating of 7.5 out of 10 versus 8.6 for HW-N950. The competitors' control buttons are different: power, volume down, volume up, function, play/pause, microphone and power, input, volume down, volume up, respectively.
Both soundbars have active amplification type. Soundbars have the same number of channels on 7.1.4. The output power is different and equal to 770 (overall) W for the SN11RG versus 512 (overall) W for the HW-N950. Competitors do not have a built-in subwoofer. Rivals have wireless connection to separate subwoofer. Both models received our 9 rating of 10 for their audio features and specs. Spotify support is available on the HW-N950.
These models have the ability to connect to the Internet via WI-FI. Rivals from our review have Bluetooth support. The LG SN11RG has 2/1 HDMI inputs/outputs versus 2/0 of the Samsung HW-N950. The HDMI Audio Return Channel (ARC) feature supports both devices. Both soundbars have a USB connector. For connectivity, the SN11RG received a rating of 9/10 versus 7/10, respectively.
App control is available in every soundbar. A built-in microphone is present in each model. Multi-room is only available for the Samsung HW-N950.
Both devices have support for Dolby Atmos multichannel audio format. The surround sound technology DTS:X is supported by devices under review. For multichannel surround LG SN11RG got a rating of 10, and Samsung HW-N950 7 out of 10.