Samsung HW-Q80R vs LG SC9S review

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The Samsung HW-Q80R vs LG SC9S comparison shows that these models have some important differences and common features. The Samsung HW-Q80R was rated 8, 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 HW-Q80R has 5.1.2 and SC9S has 2.1. These rivals can be compared in terms of power, 372 (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 8 out of 10 received the Samsung HW-Q80R 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 2/1 HDMI inputs/outputs in the Samsung HW-Q80R versus 1/1 HDMIs in the LG SC9S. As in the HW-Q80R, so in the SC9S there is the HDMI Audio Return Channel (ARC). Connecting devices via USB is possible in both models. The connectivity of each of the models was estimated at 7/10. Each of the soundbars can be controlled using the application. The Samsung HW-Q80R equipped with a microphone. The Samsung HW-Q80R 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 HW-Q80R was rated 10/10, while the SC9S received a mark of 5/10 for multichannel surround.

Advantages Samsung HW-Q80R over LG SC9S

Advantages LG SC9S over Samsung HW-Q80R