LG SN10YG vs Sony HT-S400 review

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LG SN10YG vs Sony HT-S400 comparison definitely makes sense. Based on our rating, SN10YG has a total rating of 7.2 out of 10 versus 4.4 for HT-S400.

Audio features

Both soundbars have active amplification type. A significant difference between the units in the number of channels, the LG SN10YG has 5.1.2 versus 2.1 for the Sony HT-S400. The output power is different and equal to 570 (overall) W for the SN10YG versus 330 (overall) W for the HT-S400. Competitors do not have a built-in subwoofer. Rivals have wireless connection to separate subwoofer. The LG SN10YG got our rating of 8 out of 10, and the Sony HT-S400 6 for its audio features and specs.

Streaming services

Soundbars do not have AirPlay support. Spotify support not implemented in both soundbars.

Connectivity

Only the LG SN10YG can connect to the Internet via WI-FI. Rivals from our review have Bluetooth support. The LG SN10YG has 2/1 HDMI inputs/outputs versus 0/1 of the Sony HT-S400. The HDMI Audio Return Channel (ARC) feature supports both devices. Both soundbars have a USB connector. For connectivity, the SN10YG received a rating of 9/10 versus 7/10, respectively. App control is available for the SN10YG. A built-in microphone is present only on the SN10YG. Soundbars do not have Multi-room support.

Multichannel surround

Only the SN10YG has a Dolby Atmos multichannel audio format support. A surround technology DTS:X is supported only by the SN10YG. For multichannel surround LG SN10YG got a rating of 10, and Sony HT-S400 5 out of 10.

Advantages LG SN10YG over Sony HT-S400