LG S80QR vs Samsung HW-A650 review

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LG S80QR vs Samsung HW-A650 comparison definitely makes sense. Based on our rating, S80QR has a total rating of 8.4 out of 10 versus 5 for HW-A650.

Audio features

Both soundbars have active amplification type. A significant difference between the units in the number of channels, the LG S80QR has 5.1.3 versus 3.1 for the Samsung HW-A650. The output power is different and equal to 490 (overall) W for the S80QR versus 430 (overall) W for the HW-A650. Competitors do not have a built-in subwoofer. Rivals have wireless connection to separate subwoofer. The LG S80QR got our rating of 8 out of 10, and the Samsung HW-A650 7 for its audio features and specs.

Streaming services

Spotify support is available on the S80QR.

Connectivity

Only the LG S80QR 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. For connectivity, the S80QR received a rating of 10/10 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 S80QR has a Dolby Atmos multichannel audio format support. A surround technology DTS:X is supported only by the S80QR. For multichannel surround LG S80QR got a rating of 10, and Samsung HW-A650 6 out of 10.

Advantages LG S80QR over Samsung HW-A650