LG SC9S vs Sony HT-A5000 review

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LG SC9S vs Sony HT-A5000 review

LG SC9S
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Sony HT-A5000

It makes sense comparing LG SC9S vs Sony HT-A5000 because they both are able to give some premium features. Based on our rating, SC9S has a total rating of 6.4 out of 10 versus 7.8 for HT-A5000.

Audio features

Both soundbars have active amplification type. A significant difference between the units in the number of channels, the LG SC9S has 2.1 versus 5.1.2 for the Sony HT-A5000. The output power is different and equal to 310 (overall) W for the SC9S versus 450 (overall) W for the HT-A5000. Only the Sony HT-A5000 has a built-in subwoofer. The LG SC9S got our rating of 6 out of 10, and the Sony HT-A5000 8 for its audio features and specs.

Streaming services

Spotify is available on each of the soundbars. Both devices can play streaming audio from Pandora, SoundCloud.

Connectivity

These models have the ability to 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, each of the soundbars received a rating of 7/10.

Features

App control is available for the SC9S. 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. The surround sound technology DTS:X is supported by devices under review. For multichannel surround LG SC9S got a rating of 5, and Sony HT-A5000 10 out of 10.

Advantages LG SC9S over Sony HT-A5000

  • Separate subwoofer in package
  • App control

Advantages Sony HT-A5000 over LG SC9S

  • Built-in subwoofer
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