LG SP7R vs Samsung Q990B review

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LG SP7R vs Samsung Q990B comparison definitely makes sense. Based on our rating, SP7R has a total rating of 5 out of 10 versus 9.8 for Q990B.

Audio features

Both soundbars have active amplification type. A significant difference between the units in the number of channels, the LG SP7R has 7.1 versus 11.1.4 for the Samsung Q990B. The output power is different and equal to 580 (overall) W for the SP7R versus 656 (overall) W for the Q990B. Competitors do not have a built-in subwoofer. Rivals have wireless connection to separate subwoofer. The LG SP7R got our rating of 8 out of 10, and the Samsung Q990B 10 for its audio features and specs.

Streaming services

Spotify support is available on the Q990B.

Connectivity

Only the Samsung Q990B can connect to the Internet via WI-FI. Rivals from our review have Bluetooth support. The LG SP7R has 1/1 HDMI inputs/outputs versus 2/1 of the Samsung Q990B. The HDMI Audio Return Channel (ARC) feature supports both devices. Both soundbars have a USB connector. For connectivity, the SP7R received a rating of 7/10 versus 10/10, respectively.

Features

App control is available for the Q990B. A built-in microphone is present only on the Q990B. Soundbars do not have Multi-room support.

Multichannel surround

Only the Q990B has a Dolby Atmos multichannel audio format support. A surround technology DTS:X is supported only by the Q990B. For multichannel surround LG SP7R got a rating of 6, and Samsung Q990B 10 out of 10.

Advantages Samsung Q990B over LG SP7R