LG SNC4R vs Polk Audio React

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Votes 1 1
Rating 5 5

SNC4R vs React comparison chart

Overall
LG SNC4R
5.2
Polk Audio React
4.8
6
9
Multichannel surround
5
6

LG SNC4R vs Polk Audio React review

LG SNC4R
vs
Polk Audio React

To get acquainted with the specs of the devices, we suggest you familiarize with the comparison of LG SNC4R and Polk Audio React. It shows us that the SNC4R is a better choice as a home soundbar than the React. According to the results of our comparison, SNC4R received 5.2 points out of 10 possible, and React was rated 4.8 points.

Advantages LG SNC4R over Polk Audio React

  • Comes with 2 separate speakers
  • Separate subwoofer provided

Advantages Polk Audio React over LG SNC4R

  • Available the Apple Music service
  • Available the Amazon Music service
  • Stream music with Spotify
  • Wireless connection via Wi-Fi
  • HDMI ARC supports
  • Voice control supports
  • Built-in microphone

Audio features

The SNC4R is rated 7 of 10 against 4 for the React according to the audio features rating.

SNC4R
7
React
4

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 SNC4R and the React.

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 SNC4R has 4.1 channels, while the React has 2.0 channels. Also, the output power of the soundbars under consideration is different, LG SNC4R has 420 (overall) W, and 30 (overall) W has the competitor.

SNC4R React
Built-in channels4.12.0
Amplification typeactiveactive
Output power, W420 (overall)30 (overall)
Separate speaker (in package)20
Separate speaker connectionswirelesshas not

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. The SNC4R comes with an external subwoofer. LG SNC4R has the ability to handle wireless connections from an external subwoofer, while Polk Audio React only has wired connections.

SNC4R React
Built-in subwoofer
Separate subwoofer (in package)
Separate subwoofer connectionswirelesswired

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 SNC4R received rating 5 out of 10 for multichannel audio processing, but the React, in the same category, earned 6 out of 10 points.

SNC4R
5
React
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.

SNC4R React
Dolby Atmos
Dolby (other)Dolby DigitalDolby Digital
DTS:X
DTS (other)DTS Digital SurroundDTS Digital Surround

Streaming services

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

SNC4R
0
React
0

The popular Spotify service is available on the React.

SNC4R React
Apple Music (AirPlay)
Amazon Music
Spotify
Other streaming serviceshas notPandora, SoundCloud

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: LG SNC4R was rated 6 out of 10, and Polk Audio React was rated 5 out of 10.

SNC4R
6
React
5

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. Wireless connection via Wi-Fi is possible on the React.

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.

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 a feature unique to Polk Audio React. Connecting external devices via USB can be done on both models.

SNC4R React
WI-FI
Bluetooth
Ethernet (RJ45)00
NFC
HDMI input/output0/00/1
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)0/00/0
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. Only Polk Audio React has 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. However, it is impossible to create a multiroom system based on each of these soundbars.

SNC4R React
Voice control
App control
Microphone
Remote control
Multi-room

Dimensions

SNC4R React
Size (Wx H x D), cm/in89 x 5 x 7.6/35.1 x 2.3 x 3.486.4x12.1x40.6/34.5x4.9x16
Weight, kg/pounds2.2/5.22.9/6
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