An affordable soundbar is always a good option to consider, so LG SL5Y vs Samsung Q60B comparison definitely makes sense. Based on our rating, SL5Y has a total rating of 5 out of 10 versus 5.8 for Q60B.
Both soundbars have active amplification type. A significant difference between the units in the number of channels, the LG SL5Y has 2.1 versus 3.1 for the Samsung Q60B. The output power is different and equal to 400 (overall) W for the SL5Y versus 340 (overall) W for the Q60B. Competitors do not have a built-in subwoofer. Rivals have wireless connection to separate subwoofer. The LG SL5Y got our rating of 7 out of 10, and the Samsung Q60B 8 for its audio features and specs.
Soundbars do not have AirPlay support. Spotify support not implemented in both soundbars.
Both models do not have WI-FI support. 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.
Compared soundbars have no app control. None of the models under consideration have a built-in microphone. Soundbars do not have Multi-room support.
Only the Q60B has a Dolby Atmos multichannel audio format support. A surround technology DTS:X is supported only by the Q60B. For multichannel surround LG SL5Y got a rating of 6, and Samsung Q60B 10 out of 10.