LG S65Q vs LG S90QY review

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It makes sense comparing LG S65Q vs LG S90QY because they both are able to give some premium features. Based on our rating, S65Q has a total rating of 5 out of 10 versus 8 for S90QY.

Audio features

Both soundbars have active amplification type. A significant difference between the units in the number of channels, the LG S65Q has 3.1 versus 5.1.3 for the LG S90QY. The output power is different and equal to 330 (overall) W for the S65Q versus 440 (overall) W for the S90QY. Competitors do not have a built-in subwoofer. Rivals have wireless connection to separate subwoofer. The LG S65Q got our rating of 7 out of 10, and the LG S90QY 8 for its audio features and specs.

Streaming services

Spotify support is available on the S90QY.

Connectivity

Only the LG S90QY can connect to the Internet via WI-FI. Rivals from our review have Bluetooth support. Each soundbar has 1/1 HDMI inputs/outputs. The HDMI Audio Return Channel (ARC) feature supports both devices. Both soundbars have a USB connector. For connectivity, the S65Q received a rating of 7/10 versus 8/10, respectively.

Features

Compared soundbars have no app control. None of the models under consideration have a built-in microphone. Soundbars do not have Multi-room support.

Multichannel surround

Only the S90QY has a Dolby Atmos multichannel audio format support. A surround technology DTS:X is supported only by the S90QY. For multichannel surround LG S65Q got a rating of 6, and LG S90QY 10 out of 10.

Advantages LG S90QY over LG S65Q