Denon DHT-S517 vs LG SN4Y review

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In this article, we will talk about Denon DHT-S517 vs LG SN4Y comparison. Both soundbars received a score of 5.4 in our ranking. The soundbars are equipped with a different number of buttons, power, source, demo, volume down, volume up for the DHT-S517 and power, volume down, volume up, function for the SN4Y.

Audio features

Each of the models under consideration has active amplification type. A noticeable difference is the number of channels that DHT-S517 has 3.1.2 and SN4Y has 2.1. These rivals can be compared in terms of power, 40 (overall) versus 400 (overall) according to devices. The built-in subwoofer is not implemented in any of these models. An external subwoofer can be connected to any of the units in this comparison. Rate 5 out of 10 received the Denon DHT-S517 for audio features and specs, but the LG SN4Y received 6 out of 10.

Streaming services

Soundbars do not have AirPlay support. The units in this comparison do not support Spotify.

Connectivity

Both models do not have a wireless Wi-Fi interface. Soundbars from this comparison have Bluetooth support. 1/1 HDMI inputs/outputs are in each of soundbars. As in the DHT-S517, so in the SN4Y there is the HDMI Audio Return Channel (ARC). The connectivity of each of the models was estimated at 7/10.

Features

Each of the soundbars can be controlled using the application. Soundbars in this review are not equipped with a microphone. The models under consideration cannot become part of a multiroom system.

Multichannel surround

Dolby Atmos audio decoder is onboard the DHT-S517. Devices from this comparison cannot process surround sound due to lack of DTS:X. The DHT-S517 was rated 7/10, while the SN4Y received a mark of 6/10 for multichannel surround.

Advantages Denon DHT-S517 over LG SN4Y