LG SN5Y vs Samsung Q60B review

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An affordable soundbar is always a good option to consider, so LG SN5Y vs Samsung Q60B comparison definitely makes sense. Based on our rating, SN5Y has a total rating of 6 out of 10 versus 5.8 for Q60B.

Audio features

Both soundbars have active amplification type. A significant difference between the units in the number of channels, the LG SN5Y has 2.1 versus 3.1 for the Samsung Q60B. The output power is different and equal to 400 (overall) W for the SN5Y versus 340 (overall) W for the Q60B. Competitors do not have a built-in subwoofer. Rivals have wireless connection to separate subwoofer. The LG SN5Y got our rating of 6 out of 10, and the Samsung Q60B 8 for its audio features and specs.

Streaming services

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

Connectivity

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, the SN5Y received a rating of 8/10 versus 7/10, respectively. App control is available for the SN5Y. A built-in microphone is present only on the SN5Y. Soundbars do not have Multi-room support.

Multichannel surround

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 SN5Y got a rating of 5, and Samsung Q60B 10 out of 10.

Advantages LG SN5Y over Samsung Q60B

Advantages Samsung Q60B over LG SN5Y