LG S95QR vs Denon DHT-S517 review

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The present review is aimed to compare two soundbars - LG S95QR vs Denon DHT-S517 that are meant to satisfy the needs of cinema and music lovers. Based on our rating, S95QR has a total rating of 8.8 out of 10 versus 5.4 for DHT-S517.

Audio features

Both soundbars have active amplification type. A significant difference between the units in the number of channels, the LG S95QR has 9.1.5 versus 3.1.2 for the Denon DHT-S517. The output power is different and equal to 520 (overall) W for the S95QR versus 40 (overall) W for the DHT-S517. Competitors do not have a built-in subwoofer. Rivals have wireless connection to separate subwoofer. The LG S95QR got our rating of 9 out of 10, and the Denon DHT-S517 5 for its audio features and specs.

Streaming services

Spotify support is available on the S95QR.

Connectivity

Only the LG S95QR can connect to the Internet via WI-FI. Rivals from our review have Bluetooth support. The LG S95QR has 2/1 HDMI inputs/outputs versus 1/1 of the Denon DHT-S517. The HDMI Audio Return Channel (ARC) feature supports both devices. For connectivity, the S95QR received a rating of 9/10 versus 7/10, respectively.

Features

App control is available in every soundbar. None of the models under consideration have a built-in microphone. Soundbars do not have Multi-room support.

Multichannel surround

Both devices have support for Dolby Atmos multichannel audio format. A surround technology DTS:X is supported only by the S95QR. For multichannel surround LG S95QR got a rating of 10, and Denon DHT-S517 7 out of 10.

Advantages LG S95QR over Denon DHT-S517