Samsung HW-N650 vs LG LASC58R

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HW-N650 vs LASC58R comparison chart

Overall
Samsung HW-N650
7.6
LG LASC58R
6.2
8
8
Multichannel surround
6
6

Samsung HW-N650 vs LG LASC58R review

Samsung HW-N650
vs
LG LASC58R

Comparing Samsung HW-N650 and LG LASC58R makes sense because it shows what devices in their segment can offer. HW-N650 offers better sound and bass than its opponent - LASC58R. According to the results of our comparison, HW-N650 received 7.6 points out of 10 possible, and LASC58R was rated 6.2 points.

Advantages Samsung HW-N650 over LG LASC58R

  • Available the Amazon Music service
  • Stream music with Spotify
  • Possible to create a multi-room system

Advantages LG LASC58R over Samsung HW-N650

  • Comes with 2 separate speakers
  • Available the Apple Music service
  • Voice control supports

Audio features

Each of the compared models received 7 points for the audio features.

HW-N650
7
LASC58R
7

It worth understanding the difference between the two types of amplification: a passive soundbar does not have its own amplifier and receives amplification from the signal source, while an active soundbar has a built-in amplifier. The same active type of amplification is used in the HW-N650 and the LASC58R.

There are stereo soundbars and multichannel ones. It is with the help of multichannel devices that you can get volumetric sound. It is worth noting one of the main differences, the HW-N650 has 5.1 channels, while the LASC58R has 4.1 channels. Also, the output power of the soundbars under consideration is different, Samsung HW-N650 has 360 (overall) W, and 420 (overall) W has the competitor.

HW-N650 LASC58R
Built-in channels5.14.1
Amplification typeactiveactive
Output power, W360 (overall)420 (overall)
Separate speaker (in package)02
Separate speaker connectionswirelesswireless

Subwoofers

Soundbars can have a built-in or external subwoofer. The first type is inseparable from the soundbar body, but for the second, you can choose a good location for deep bass. Both reviewed devices are equipped with an external subwoofer. Competitors support wireless connection to a separate external subwoofer.

HW-N650 LASC58R
Built-in subwoofer
Separate subwoofer (in package)
Separate subwoofer connectionswirelesswireless

Multichannel surround

Unlike stereo, when reproducing multichannel sound, each specific direction of sound corresponds to its dedicated channel with a separate independent loudspeaker, which creates a three-dimensional sound stage. The multichannel sound reproduction capabilities of the soundbars were rated 6 out of 10.

HW-N650
6
LASC58R
6

The peculiarity of Dolby Atmos is that this format is object-oriented, that is, each object of the audio signal is sounded separately and linked to its spatial location. If we look at the models in terms of Dolby Atmos support, then none of these soundbars can work with this technology.

DTS:X is an algorithm for processing sound scenes by the processor, linking directly to objects, rather than channels, and calculating the optimal distribution of sound output in a room. This ability to reproduce surround sound with DTS:X technology is not implemented in any of the soundbars in this comparison.

HW-N650 LASC58R
Dolby Atmos
Dolby (other)Dolby DigitalDolby Digital
DTS:X
DTS (other)DTS Virtual:X, DTS TruSurroundDTS Digital Surround, DTS Virtual:X

Streaming services

The possibility to listen online to millions of songs from one device has become a reality thanks to streaming services.

HW-N650
10
LASC58R
0

The popular Spotify service is available on the HW-N650.

HW-N650 LASC58R
Apple Music (AirPlay)AirPlay
Amazon Music
Spotify
Other streaming servicesPandora, Tuneln, Deezer, Chromecasthas not

Connectivity

The existence of a sufficient number of current connectors significantly expands the functionality of the device. For example, only through HDMI is it possible to implement the transfer of object-oriented formats, and the presence of a Bluetooth connection will allow remote control, etc. The devices received different ratings for connectivity: Samsung HW-N650 was rated 7 out of 10, and LG LASC58R was rated 8 out of 10.

HW-N650
7
LASC58R
8

The presence of Wi-Fi in the soundbar allows you to get rid of wires when connected to a sound source and get minimal audio latency when playing content from streaming services. Such connection as via Wi-Fi is not possible on any of the devices in comparison.

Bluetooth connection is now one of the main communication protocols for speaker systems, which provides excellent quality and minimal audio latency. The availability of Bluetooth protocol, we can see in both models. The HW-N650 has 1/0 HDMI inputs/outputs, but the LASC58R got 1/1 HDMI inputs/outputs from the manufacturer.

HDMI ARC is a very usefull technology that creates a two-way communication channel between a TV and another device. This is convenient since there is no need to use optical and other cables in the system. HDMI ARC is basic for both soundbars. Connecting external devices via USB can be done on both models.

HW-N650 LASC58R
WI-FI
Bluetooth
Ethernet (RJ45)00
NFC
HDMI input/output1/01/1
HDMI ARC
HDMI eARC
HDMI CEC
Optical digital input/output1/01/0
USB1 (USB 2.0)1 (USB 2.0)
Coaxial digital input/output0/00/0
Analog audio input/output (RCA)1/00/0
Headphone output00
Subwoofer output00

Features

Voice control is designed to make operating the device more convenient. This allows you to control basic soundbar functions from anywhere in the room.

Proprietary applications allow you to control your soundbars remotely. This is possible both via Bluetooth and Wi-Fi. The ability to control the soundbar using the application is implemented in each of the competitors. Both soundbars have a built-in microphone.

Some soundbars can be part of a multi-room system and it is an affordable solution for sounding the whole house. The HW-N650 has the ability to use a multiroom system.

HW-N650 LASC58R
Voice controlGoogle Assistant
App control
Microphone
Remote control
Multi-room

Dimensions

HW-N650 LASC58R
Size (Wx H x D), cm/in109.2 x 5 x 7.6/43.3 x 2.3 x 3.993.9 x 5 x 7.6/37.7 x 2.1 x 3.3
Weight, kg/pounds3.1/7.92.2/5.2
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