LG SN8YG vs Sony HT-A3000 review
The LG SN8YG vs Sony HT-A3000 comparison proves that these soundbars have many common features. Based on our rating, SN8YG has a total rating of 6.8 out of 10 versus 7.6 for HT-A3000.
Audio features
Both soundbars have active amplification type. A significant difference between the units in the number of channels, the LG SN8YG has 3.1.2 versus 3.1 for the Sony HT-A3000. The output power is different and equal to 440 (overall) W for the SN8YG versus 250 (overall) W for the HT-A3000. Only the Sony HT-A3000 has a built-in subwoofer. Both models received our 7 rating of 10 for their audio features and specs.
Streaming services
Spotify support is available on the HT-A3000.
Connectivity
These models have the ability to connect to the Internet via WI-FI. Rivals from our review have Bluetooth support. The LG SN8YG has 1/1 HDMI inputs/outputs versus 0/1 of the Sony HT-A3000. The HDMI Audio Return Channel (ARC) feature supports both devices. Both soundbars have a USB connector. For connectivity, the SN8YG received a rating of 8/10 versus 7/10, respectively. App control is available for the SN8YG. A built-in microphone is present only on the SN8YG. Soundbars do not have Multi-room support.
Multichannel surround
Both devices have support for Dolby Atmos multichannel audio format. The surround sound technology DTS:X is supported by devices under review. For multichannel surround, each of the opponents received 10 points out of 10.
Advantages LG SN8YG over Sony HT-A3000
- Separate subwoofer in package
- App control
- Microphone
Advantages Sony HT-A3000 over LG SN8YG
- Built-in subwoofer
- Amazon Music compatible
- Spotify 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)
User manual
Dimensions
Size (Wx H x D), cm/in
Weight, kg/pounds
Other
Release year
Soundbars SoundStrokes Art comparison rating
- 6.8LG SN8YG
- 7.6Sony HT-A3000
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