Samsung HW-Q70T vs LG SN6Y review

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An affordable soundbar is always a good option to consider, so Samsung HW-Q70T vs LG SN6Y comparison definitely makes sense. Based on our rating, HW-Q70T has a total rating of 8.2 out of 10 versus 6.2 for SN6Y. The competitors' control buttons are different: volume down, volume up, power, source and power, volume down, volume up, function, respectively.

Audio features

Both soundbars have active amplification type. A significant difference between the units in the number of channels, the Samsung HW-Q70T has 3.1.2 versus 3.1 for the LG SN6Y. The output power is different and equal to 330 (overall) W for the HW-Q70T versus 420 (overall) W for the SN6Y. Competitors do not have a built-in subwoofer. Rivals have wireless connection to separate subwoofer. Both models received our 7 rating of 10 for their audio features and specs.

Streaming services

Soundbars do not have AirPlay support. Spotify support is available on the HW-Q70T.

Connectivity

Only the Samsung HW-Q70T can connect to the Internet via WI-FI. Rivals from our review have Bluetooth support. The Samsung HW-Q70T has 1/0 HDMI inputs/outputs versus 1/1 of the LG SN6Y. The HDMI Audio Return Channel (ARC) feature supports both devices. Both soundbars have a USB connector. For connectivity, the HW-Q70T received a rating of 9/10 versus 8/10, respectively.

Features

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-Q70T.

Multichannel surround

Only the HW-Q70T has a Dolby Atmos multichannel audio format support. A surround technology DTS:X is supported only by the HW-Q70T. For multichannel surround Samsung HW-Q70T got a rating of 10, and LG SN6Y 5 out of 10.

Advantages Samsung HW-Q70T over LG SN6Y