LG SN11RG vs JBL Bar 9.1 review
The LG SN11RG vs JBL Bar 9.1 comparison proves that these soundbars have many common features. Based on our rating, SN11RG has a total rating of 7.5 out of 10 versus 9 for Bar 9.1.
Audio features
Both soundbars have active amplification type. A significant difference between the units in the number of channels, the LG SN11RG has 7.1.4 versus 9.1 for the JBL Bar 9.1. The output power is different and equal to 770 (overall) W for the SN11RG versus 820 (overall) W for the Bar 9.1. Competitors do not have a built-in subwoofer. Rivals have wireless connection to separate subwoofer. Both models received our 9 rating of 10 for their audio features and specs.
Streaming services
Spotify support is available on the Bar 9.1.
Connectivity
These models have the ability to connect to the Internet via WI-FI. Rivals from our review have Bluetooth support. The LG SN11RG has 2/1 HDMI inputs/outputs versus 1/1 of the JBL Bar 9.1. The HDMI Audio Return Channel (ARC) feature supports both devices. Both soundbars have a USB connector. For connectivity, the SN11RG received a rating of 9/10 versus 10/10, respectively. App control is available in every soundbar. A built-in microphone is present in each model. Multi-room is only available for the JBL Bar 9.1.
Multichannel surround
Both devices have support for Dolby Atmos multichannel audio format. A surround technology DTS:X is supported only by the SN11RG. For multichannel surround LG SN11RG got a rating of 10, and JBL Bar 9.1 7 out of 10.
Advantages LG SN11RG over JBL Bar 9.1
- Compatible with DTS:X
Advantages JBL Bar 9.1 over LG SN11RG
- Amazon Music compatible
- Spotify support
- Multi-room support
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)
Dimensions
Size (Wx H x D), cm/in
Weight, kg/pounds
Other
Release year
Soundbars SoundStrokes Art comparison rating
- 7.5LG SN11RG
- 9JBL Bar 9.1
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