LG SPD7Y vs JBL Bar 5.0 review

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It makes sense comparing LG SPD7Y vs JBL Bar 5.0 because they both are able to give some premium features. Based on our rating, SPD7Y has a total rating of 5.6 out of 10 versus 8.2 for Bar 5.0.

Audio features

Both soundbars have active amplification type. A significant difference between the units in the number of channels, the LG SPD7Y has 3.1.2 versus 5.0 for the JBL Bar 5.0. The output power is different and equal to 380 (overall) W for the SPD7Y versus 250 (overall) W for the Bar 5.0. Competitors do not have a built-in subwoofer. Rivals have wireless connection to separate subwoofer. The LG SPD7Y got our rating of 7 out of 10, and the JBL Bar 5.0 5 for its audio features and specs.

Streaming services

Spotify support is available on the Bar 5.0.

Connectivity

Only the JBL Bar 5.0 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, the SPD7Y received a rating of 7/10 versus 10/10, respectively.

Features

App control is available for the Bar 5.0. A built-in microphone is present only on the Bar 5.0. Multi-room is only available for the JBL Bar 5.0.

Multichannel surround

Both devices have support for Dolby Atmos multichannel audio format. A surround technology DTS:X is supported only by the SPD7Y. For multichannel surround LG SPD7Y got a rating of 10, and JBL Bar 5.0 7 out of 10.

Advantages LG SPD7Y over JBL Bar 5.0

Advantages JBL Bar 5.0 over LG SPD7Y