LG SC9S vs Samsung Q60C review
The present review is aimed to compare two soundbars - LG SC9S vs Samsung Q60C that are meant to satisfy the needs of cinema and music lovers. Based on our rating, SC9S has a total rating of 6.4 out of 10 versus 5.8 for Q60C.
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 3.1 for the Samsung Q60C. The output power is different and equal to 310 (overall) W for the SC9S versus 340 (overall) W for the Q60C. Competitors do not have a built-in subwoofer. Rivals have wireless connection to separate subwoofer. The LG SC9S got our rating of 6 out of 10, and the Samsung Q60C 8 for its audio features and specs.
Streaming services
Spotify support is available on the SC9S.
Connectivity
Only the LG SC9S 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, 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 Samsung Q60C 10 out of 10.
Advantages LG SC9S over Samsung Q60C
- Amazon Music compatible
- Spotify support
- WI-FI enabled
- 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)
User manual
Manual
Dimensions
Size (Wx H x D), cm/in
Weight, kg/pounds
Other
Release year
Soundbars SoundStrokes Art comparison rating
- 6.4LG SC9S
- 5.8Samsung Q60C
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