LG SN9YG vs Sony HT-S400 review

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LG SN9YG vs Sony HT-S400 review

LG SN9YG
vs
Sony HT-S400

LG SN9YG vs Sony HT-S400 comparison definitely makes sense. Based on our rating, SN9YG has a total rating of 7 out of 10 versus 4.4 for HT-S400.

Audio features

Both soundbars have active amplification type. A significant difference between the units in the number of channels, the LG SN9YG has 5.1.2 versus 2.1 for the Sony HT-S400. The output power is different and equal to 520 (overall) W for the SN9YG versus 330 (overall) W for the HT-S400. Competitors do not have a built-in subwoofer. Rivals have wireless connection to separate subwoofer. The LG SN9YG got our rating of 8 out of 10, and the Sony HT-S400 6 for its audio features and specs.

Streaming services

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

Connectivity

Only the LG SN9YG can connect to the Internet via WI-FI. Rivals from our review have Bluetooth support. The LG SN9YG has 1/1 HDMI inputs/outputs versus 0/1 of the Sony HT-S400. The HDMI Audio Return Channel (ARC) feature supports both devices. Both soundbars have a USB connector. For connectivity, the SN9YG received a rating of 8/10 versus 7/10, respectively. App control is available for the SN9YG. A built-in microphone is present only on the SN9YG. Soundbars do not have Multi-room support.

Multichannel surround

Only the SN9YG has a Dolby Atmos multichannel audio format support. A surround technology DTS:X is supported only by the SN9YG. For multichannel surround LG SN9YG got a rating of 10, and Sony HT-S400 5 out of 10.

Advantages LG SN9YG over Sony HT-S400

  • WI-FI enabled
  • App control
  • Microphone
  • Compatible with Dolby Atmos
  • Compatible with DTS:X
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