VIZIO SB3651-F6 vs LG SK1 review
I had a chance to test and compare two models: VIZIO SB3651-F6 vs LG SK1 and this review should help people who are looking for a good soundbar. The VIZIO SB3651-F6 was rated 6.8, while the LG SK1 has a rating 4.5.
Audio features
Each of the models under consideration has active amplification type. A noticeable difference is the number of channels that SB3651-F6 has 5.1 and SK1 has 2.0. The built-in subwoofer is not implemented in any of these models. Rate 8 out of 10 received the VIZIO SB3651-F6 for audio features and specs, but the LG SK1 received 5 out of 10.
Streaming services
Soundbars do not have AirPlay support. The SB3651-F6 can play audio from Spotify.
Connectivity
Wireless Internet connection is realized only in the SB3651-F6. Soundbars from this comparison have Bluetooth support. The HDMI Audio Return Channel (ARC) is implemented only in the SB3651-F6. Connecting devices via USB is possible in both models. We rated the connectivity of the SB3651-F6 at 8 out of 10, while the SK1 was rated 6/10.
Features
The manufacturer of the SB3651-F6 provides a device control application. Soundbars in this review are not equipped with a microphone. The models under consideration cannot become part of a multiroom system.
Multichannel surround
Dolby Atmos audio decoder support is not implemented in either the SB3651-F6 or SK1. Devices from this comparison cannot process surround sound due to lack of DTS:X. The SB3651-F6 was rated 6/10, while the SK1 received a mark of 4/10 for multichannel surround.
Advantages VIZIO SB3651-F6 over LG SK1
- Separate subwoofer in package
- Spotify support
- WI-FI enabled
- Audio return channel (HDMI ARC) support
- App control
Common
Product
Model
Brand
Reviews
General
Placement type
Connection to source
Soundbar buttons
Audio features
Built-in channels
Amplification type
Output power, W
Separate speaker (in package)
Separate speaker connections
Subwoofer
Built-in subwoofer
Separate subwoofer (in package)
Separate subwoofer connections
Streaming services
Apple Music (AirPlay)
Amazon Music
Spotify
Other streaming services
Connectivity
WI-FI
Bluetooth
Ethernet (RJ45)
NFC
HDMI input/output
HDMI ARC
HDMI eARC
HDMI CEC
Optical digital input/output
USB
Coaxial digital input/output
Analog audio input/output (RCA)
Headphone output
Subwoofer output
Features
Voice control
App control
Microphone
Remote control
Multi-room
Multichannel surround
Dolby Atmos
Dolby (other)
DTS:X
DTS (other)
Dimensions
Size (Wx H x D), cm/in
Weight, kg/pounds
Other
Release year
Soundbars SoundStrokes Art comparison rating
- 6.8VIZIO SB3651-F6
- 4.5LG SK1
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