Product Comparison: LG SJ9 vs Samsung HW-K950

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LG SJ9 5.1.2 Channel High Resolution Audio Sound Bar with Dolby Atmos (2017 Model)

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Samsung HW-K950 5.1.4 Channel Soundbar with Dolby Atmos Technology (2016 Model)

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General Specifications

Brand

Samsung

Model

SJ9

HW-K950

About the Product

Bring the high-end cinema experience home. The SJ9 starts with Dolby Atmos three-dimensional surround, then adds CTA-certified high-resolution music playback with 24-bit upsampling plus the convenience of Chromecast built-in streaming. Ultra HD video is supported as well, via 4K pass-through.

Dolby Atmos takes you there with realistic audio that flows around you. Untethered to channels, sounds exist as individual entities, positioned in three-dimensional space at precise points-even from above. So you're always at the center of it all.

Key Specs

Power Output

500 Watt

Power Output

What customers say about "Key Specs"

LG SJ9 5.1.2 Channel High Resolution Audio Sound Bar with Dolby Atmos (2017 Model)

Bass depth and response are excellent.
You can't go wrong with 500 Watts of power. Very clear highs and a strong bass.
Rich, powerful sound that overwhelms the room. Makes you think you are at the theater.
Sound is powerful and clear with excellent bass.
I was expecting something with more of a powerful sound.

Samsung HW-K950 5.1.4 Channel Soundbar with Dolby Atmos Technology (2016 Model)

The bass is deep and the high frequencies are very clear.
The frequency range is excellent giving you an unbelievable listening pleasure.
From the moment I powered the unit on I have been amazed. Full rich sound with powerful bass
It is a good sound system with plenty of power.
For the power rating, the volume is not very loud at full loudness.
It just doesn't have enough power and full sound for a big room.

Size & Weight

Color

Black

Height

14 in.

5.2 in.

Width

19.3 in.

47.6 in.

Depth

49.8 in.

32.2 in.

Weight

39.2 lbs.

14.77 lbs.

What customers say about "Size & Weight"

LG SJ9 5.1.2 Channel High Resolution Audio Sound Bar with Dolby Atmos (2017 Model)

Easy set-up and good size.
Maybe I'm just old school, but I was stunned at how great the sound quality is from a device this size.
Excellent all around soundbar for small to mid-size rooms.
If you got the right size and no neighbors this sound bar is for you !
Like the sound it's very clear. The size of it is bit too long.
It is a little on the large size, make sure you have the space for it.

Samsung HW-K950 5.1.4 Channel Soundbar with Dolby Atmos Technology (2016 Model)

I would recommend this product for an appropriate sized room.
Excellent quality and fits in our room so it's the perfect size as we were I decided about what size to get.
It's big but it packs sound.
There just isn't enough weight there to make movies believable.

Features

Type

Tabletop

Installation Type

Stand-alone

Number of Channels

5.1.2

5.1.4

Sound Enhancing System

Dolby Digital, Dolby Atmos, DTS Circle Surround, DTS Studio Sound, Dolby Dual Mono, DTS TruSurround

Dolby Digital, DTS Studio Sound, DTS TruSurround, DTS Circle Surround

Extras

Chromecast Built-in, CTA-Certified High Resolution Audio (Up to 24bit/192kHz), LG Sound Sync, 4K Pass-Through

Crystal clear sound from all around, 15 built-in speakers including, Connect wirelessly, seamlessly.

What customers say about "Features"

LG SJ9 5.1.2 Channel High Resolution Audio Sound Bar with Dolby Atmos (2017 Model)

Excellent sound, easy to install. Makes movie night so much better.
We ended up having this installed in our family room. Perfect for Movie night and gaming for the kids.
Great sound without going to extremes in price range. It enhances TV sound much better than TV's speakers.
If you need a clean and compact system this is the one.
The Dolby atmos is seriously unreal. I enjoy this system more than any other sound system I've owned before.

Samsung HW-K950 5.1.4 Channel Soundbar with Dolby Atmos Technology (2016 Model)

Installation was very easy and love the rear wireless speakers.
So easy to install, pair automatically. Best soundbar I heard.
This is the perfect solution for someone like us who rent their home and can't install a permanent surround sound system in the walls.
I am enjoying this sound system. It enhances my viewing experience.
One of the best sound bars I have heard. If you are playing dolby atmos material it is top notch.
Soft rear speaker sound - This is a HUGE fail! If you are planning on having the speakers further than 2 feet away from the listeners head, then forget about hearing much.

Setting

App-Controlled

Yes

Equalizer Settings

Night mode, Bass/Tremble control, 5 sound modes (DSP), ClearAudio+ mode, Movie mode, Surround sound control

6 sound modes (DSP)

App-Controlled

Connectivity

Wireless Connectivity

Blueetoth, Wi-Fi

Wi-Fi, Blueetoth

Interfaces

3.5mm stereo mini jack, Digital optical audio, HDMI, LAN

USB 2.0, Digital optical audio, HDMI, LAN

What customers say about "Connectivity"

LG SJ9 5.1.2 Channel High Resolution Audio Sound Bar with Dolby Atmos (2017 Model)

Having the Bluetooth option is an added bonus.
The addition of Bluetooth for connectivity is great for streaming music.
I have enjoyed the wifi feature so that it links to google home for music applications in addition to just watching movies. This is one of my favorite purchases this year.
Sounds good if u book it up with cable but if u use the Bluetooth doesn't sound very good.
Overall very good product but I had issues getting it connect to my WiFi. Android apps downloaded from the store were not able to complete the Wifi setup after 4h of trying by following manual's instructions.

Samsung HW-K950 5.1.4 Channel Soundbar with Dolby Atmos Technology (2016 Model)

Playing songs with Bluetooth or cds, outstanding!
Would like a wider sweet spot. Bluetooth and Wifi from iPhone/ipad works great.
Everything works great Bluetooth is hard to set up wish there was a plug in to add a tuner or music.
This product is good but needs some possible firmware updates for Bluetooth connection with satellite speakers.
My guess is the bluetooth antenna in the main unit is too small.

Warranty / Certifications

Certifications

FCC

Other Information

Manufacturer

Link

Manual

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