Samsung HW-Q900T vs LG SL9YG review

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It makes sense comparing Samsung HW-Q900T vs LG SL9YG because they both are able to give some premium features. Based on our rating, HW-Q900T has a total rating of 8.2 out of 10 versus 8 for SL9YG. The competitors' control buttons are different: volume down, volume up, power, source and power, volume down, volume up, play/pause, microphone, respectively.

Audio features

Both soundbars have active amplification type. A significant difference between the units in the number of channels, the Samsung HW-Q900T has 7.1.2 versus 4.1.2 for the LG SL9YG. The output power is different and equal to 406 (overall) W for the HW-Q900T versus 500 (overall) W for the SL9YG. Competitors do not have a built-in subwoofer. Rivals have wireless connection to separate subwoofer. Both models received our 8 rating of 10 for their audio features and specs.

Streaming services

Soundbars do not have AirPlay support. Spotify is available on each of the soundbars.

Connectivity

These models have the ability to connect to the Internet via WI-FI. Rivals from our review have Bluetooth support. The Samsung HW-Q900T has 2/1 HDMI inputs/outputs versus 1/1 of the LG SL9YG. The HDMI Audio Return Channel (ARC) feature supports both devices. Both soundbars have a USB connector. For connectivity, the HW-Q900T received a rating of 8/10 versus 7/10, respectively.

Features

App control is available in every soundbar. A built-in microphone is present in each model. Multi-room is available to every soundbar.

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 Samsung HW-Q900T got a rating of 9, and LG SL9YG 8 out of 10.

Advantages Samsung HW-Q900T over LG SL9YG