LG SN6Y vs LG S80QY review

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The present review is aimed to compare two soundbars - LG SN6Y vs LG S80QY that are meant to satisfy the needs of cinema and music lovers. Based on our rating, SN6Y has a total rating of 6.2 out of 10 versus 7.8 for S80QY.

Audio features

Both soundbars have active amplification type. A significant difference between the units in the number of channels, the LG SN6Y has 3.1 versus 3.1.3 for the LG S80QY. The output power is different and equal to 420 (overall) W for the SN6Y versus 350 (overall) W for the S80QY. Competitors do not have a built-in subwoofer. Rivals have wireless connection to separate subwoofer. Both models received our 7 rating of 10 for their audio features and specs.

Streaming services

Spotify support is available on the S80QY.

Connectivity

Only the LG S80QY can connect to the Internet via WI-FI. 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, each of the soundbars received a rating of 8/10. App control is available for the SN6Y. A built-in microphone is present only on the SN6Y. Soundbars do not have Multi-room support.

Multichannel surround

Only the S80QY has a Dolby Atmos multichannel audio format support. A surround technology DTS:X is supported only by the S80QY. For multichannel surround LG SN6Y got a rating of 5, and LG S80QY 10 out of 10.

Advantages LG SN6Y over LG S80QY

Advantages LG S80QY over LG SN6Y