It makes sense comparing LG SNC4R vs Sony HT-A5000 because they both are able to give some premium features. Based on our rating, SNC4R has a total rating of 5.2 out of 10 versus 7.8 for HT-A5000.
Both soundbars have active amplification type. A significant difference between the units in the number of channels, the LG SNC4R has 4.1 versus 5.1.2 for the Sony HT-A5000. The output power is different and equal to 420 (overall) W for the SNC4R versus 450 (overall) W for the HT-A5000. Only the Sony HT-A5000 has a built-in subwoofer. The LG SNC4R got our rating of 7 out of 10, and the Sony HT-A5000 8 for its audio features and specs.
Spotify support is available on the HT-A5000.
Only the Sony HT-A5000 can connect to the Internet via WI-FI. Rivals from our review have Bluetooth support. Only the HT-A5000 supports HDMI Audio Return Channel (ARC). Both soundbars have a USB connector. For connectivity, the SNC4R received a rating of 6/10 versus 7/10, respectively.
App control is available for the SNC4R. None of the models under consideration have a built-in microphone. Soundbars do not have Multi-room support.
Only the HT-A5000 has a Dolby Atmos multichannel audio format support. A surround technology DTS:X is supported only by the HT-A5000. For multichannel surround LG SNC4R got a rating of 5, and Sony HT-A5000 10 out of 10.