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LG Ultragear GP9 Review | 130 Data compared

Avg. price:~£220Audio output power:20.00 WBattery life:5 hoursIP rating:?Bluetooth version:5.1Weight:1500 g

LG Ultragear GP9 Review: Compare 130 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Portable Speakers category and whether it is worth buying.

LG Ultragear GP9
6.7/10

Overall score

Score
6.7/ 10
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What it is
An overall evaluation of products in the Portable Speakers category, based on technical analysis and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference for identifying the best products in the Portable Speakers category.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 51% of models
Score components

80%

6.5

Technical score

20%

7.6

User score

â–¼Worse than 51% of portable speakers
7.5

Value for money

Value for money
7.5/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the overall score of products in the Portable Speakers category with their prices.
When it matters
When you are comparing products in the Portable Speakers category and want a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 60% of models
Score components

70%

6.7

Overall score

30%

9.4

Price

â–¼Worse than 60%
6.5

Technical score

Technical score
6.5/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Portable Speakers category across these key areas: Audio, Connectivity, Battery, Durability, Controls, Design, Smart features.
When it matters
When you want to compare products in the Portable Speakers category by technical performance, specifications, and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 57% of models
Score components

32%

6.9

Audio

20%

5.5

Battery

18%

6.1

Durability

16%

6.5

Connectivity

8%

7.9

Controls

3%

7.4

Design

3%

5.2

Smart features

â–¼Worse than 57%
7.6

User score

User score
7.6/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews with the total review volume for products in the Portable Speakers category.
When it matters
When you want to know how products in the Portable Speakers category perform in everyday use and how reliable owners find them over time.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 79% of models
Score components

70%

8.3

User ratings

30%

6.0

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
â–¼Worse than 79%
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Technical Specifications of portable speaker LG Ultragear GP9

Technical score
Technical score
6.5/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Portable Speakers category across these key areas: Audio, Connectivity, Battery, Durability, Controls, Design, Smart features.
When it matters
When you want to compare products in the Portable Speakers category by technical performance, specifications, and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 57% of models
Score components:

32%

6.9

Audio

20%

5.5

Battery

18%

6.1

Durability

16%

6.5

Connectivity

8%

7.9

Controls

3%

7.4

Design

3%

5.2

Smart features

6.5
User score
User score
7.6/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews with the total review volume for products in the Portable Speakers category.
When it matters
When you want to know how products in the Portable Speakers category perform in everyday use and how reliable owners find them over time.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 79% of models
Score components

70%

8.3

User ratings

30%

6.0

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
7.6
Popularity
Popularity
6.0/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by products in the Portable Speakers category.
When it matters
When you prefer products in the Portable Speakers category that have been chosen and reviewed by many other buyers.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 63% of models
Popularity:
LG Ultragear GP9 has a popularity score of 6 points, which is higher than 62.9% of products in this category.
6.0
Value for money
Value for money
7.5/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the overall score of products in the Portable Speakers category with their prices.
When it matters
When you are comparing products in the Portable Speakers category and want a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 60% of models
Score components:

70%

6.7

Overall score

30%

9.4

Price

7.5
Audio output power
20 W
Market range: <4 W – >100 W
This portable speaker has an audio output power of 20 W which is higher than that of 46.1% of portable speakers and equal to that of 11.4% of portable speakers.
Driver unit size
?
Number of drivers
4
Market range: <0 – >5
This portable speaker has 4 drivers, which is more than 81.7% of portable speakers and equal to the number in 11.9% of portable speakers.
Frequency response tolerance
?
Lowest frequency
?
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Bluetooth connectivity
yes
This portable speaker supports Bluetooth audio. 5.4% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Bluetooth version
5.1
Market range: <3 – >5.3
This portable speaker supports Bluetooth version 5.1 which is newer than that of 70.8% of portable speakers and equal to that of 4.8% of portable speakers.
Maximum Bluetooth range
10 m
Market range: <10 m – >30 m
This portable speaker has a maximum Bluetooth range of 10 m which is longer than that of 4.3% of portable speakers and equal to that of 70.2% of portable speakers.
Bluetooth profiles supported
A2DP; AVRCP; HFP; HSP
Bluetooth LE Audio
no
This portable speaker does not support Bluetooth LE Audio. 2.5% of portable speakers offer this feature.
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Battery life
5 hours
Market range: <6 hours – >24 hours
This portable speaker has a battery life of 5 hours which is shorter than that of 91.5% of portable speakers and equal to that of 5.4% of portable speakers.
Battery capacity
2,600 mAh
Market range: <900 mAh – >6.6k mAh
This portable speaker has a battery capacity of 2,600 mAh which is larger than that of 49% of portable speakers and equal to that of 7.4% of portable speakers.
Charging time
3 hours
Market range: <2 hours – >5 hours
This portable speaker has a charging time of 3 hours which is shorter than that of 35.5% of portable speakers and equal to that of 35.1% of portable speakers.
Maximum charging input power
19 W
Market range: <5 W – >30 W
This portable speaker has a maximum charging input power of 19 W which is higher than that of 84.6% of portable speakers and equal to that of 0.5% of portable speakers.
Built-in rechargeable battery
yes
This portable speaker has a built-in rechargeable battery. 18.7% of portable speakers offer this feature.
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IP rating
?
Water resistance
no
This portable speaker is not water resistant. 61.7% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Dust resistance
no
This portable speaker is not rated as dust resistant. 51.5% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Waterproof depth rating
?
Drop resistance
?
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On-device controls placement
top
Touchscreen
no
This portable speaker does not have a touchscreen. 0.3% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Smartphone app control
yes
This portable speaker supports smartphone app control. 46.1% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Compatible mobile app provides speaker control or settings.
Remote control
no
This portable speaker does not include a remote control. 15% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Fast pairing
?
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Weight
1,500 g
Market range: <200 g – >5.6k g
This portable speaker weighs 1,500 g which is heavier than that of 65% of portable speakers and equal to that of 1.2% of portable speakers.
Height
10.8 cm
Market range: <5.79 cm – >29 cm
This portable speaker has a height of 10.8 cm which is shorter than that of 57.3% of portable speakers and equal to that of 0.3% of portable speakers.
Width
37.6 cm
Market range: <7.6 cm – >37 cm
This portable speaker has a width of 37.6 cm which is wider than that of 90.6% of portable speakers.
Depth
?
Carry options
none
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Companion app name
?
Firmware updates
yes
This portable speaker supports firmware updates. 52.9% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Supports user-accessible firmware updates.
Firmware update method
?
Voice assistant support
no
This portable speaker does not support voice assistants. 26.5% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Spotify Connect
no
This portable speaker does not support Spotify Connect. 10.8% of portable speakers offer this feature.
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LG Ultragear GP9 vs the average portable speaker

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  • 2 more speaker drivers
    This portable speaker has more speaker drivers than the average portable speaker (4 vs 2).
    4 vs 2
  • 10 more adjustable EQ bands
    This portable speaker has more adjustable EQ bands than the average portable speaker (10 vs 0).
    10 vs 0
  • 1 more multipoint connections
    This portable speaker has more multipoint connections than the average portable speaker (2 vs 1).
    2 vs 1
  • Has built-in stereo speakers
    This portable speaker has built-in stereo speakers, while the average portable speaker does not have built-in stereo speakers.
    Provides true stereo output within the unit.
  • Has an equalizer
    This portable speaker has an equalizer, while the average portable speaker does not have an equalizer.
    Offers user-selectable EQ, tone adjustment, or sound presets.
  • 9 W higher charging input power
    This portable speaker has higher charging input power than the average portable speaker (19 W vs 10 W).
    19 W vs 10 W
  • 3 more EQ presets
    This portable speaker has more EQ presets than the average portable speaker (3 vs 0).
    3 vs 0
  • Supports party mode
    This portable speaker supports party mode, while the average portable speaker does not support party mode.
    Supports synchronized multi-speaker party/group playback.
  • 2 more speaker drivers
    This portable speaker has more speaker drivers than the average portable speaker (4 vs 2).
    4 vs 2
  • Has built-in stereo speakers
    This portable speaker has built-in stereo speakers, while the average portable speaker does not have built-in stereo speakers.
    Provides true stereo output within the unit.
  • 1 more multipoint connections
    This portable speaker has more multipoint connections than the average portable speaker (2 vs 1).
    2 vs 1
  • Has a USB Type-C port
    This portable speaker has a USB Type-C port, while the average portable speaker does not have a USB Type-C port.
    Has a physical USB-C port.
  • Has a TOSLINK optical input
    This portable speaker has a TOSLINK optical input, while the average portable speaker does not have a TOSLINK optical input.
    Has a physical TOSLINK optical audio input.
  • Supports AAC Bluetooth audio
    This portable speaker supports AAC Bluetooth audio, while the average portable speaker does not support AAC Bluetooth audio.
  • 0.1 Bluetooth levels newer
    This portable speaker has a newer Bluetooth version than the average portable speaker (5.1 vs 5).
    5.1 vs 5
  • 9 W higher charging input power
    This portable speaker has higher charging input power than the average portable speaker (19 W vs 10 W).
    19 W vs 10 W
  • Includes a power adapter
    This portable speaker includes a power adapter, while the average portable speaker does not include a power adapter.
  • 10 more adjustable EQ bands
    This portable speaker has more adjustable EQ bands than the average portable speaker (10 vs 0).
    10 vs 0
  • Has an equalizer
    This portable speaker has an equalizer, while the average portable speaker does not have an equalizer.
    Offers user-selectable EQ, tone adjustment, or sound presets.
  • 3 more EQ presets
    This portable speaker has more EQ presets than the average portable speaker (3 vs 0).
    3 vs 0
  • Supports party mode
    This portable speaker supports party mode, while the average portable speaker does not support party mode.
    Supports synchronized multi-speaker party/group playback.
  • Has a hardware microphone mute switch
    This portable speaker has a hardware microphone mute switch, while the average portable speaker does not have a hardware microphone mute switch.
    Has a physical microphone mute control.
  • Supports firmware updates
    This portable speaker supports firmware updates, while the average portable speaker does not support firmware updates.
    Supports user-accessible firmware updates.
  • Is not water resistant
    This portable speaker is not water resistant, while the average portable speaker is water resistant.
  • 7 hours shorter battery life
    This portable speaker has a shorter battery life than the average portable speaker (5 hours vs 12 hours).
    5 hours vs 12 hours
  • Is not rated as dust resistant
    This portable speaker is not rated as dust resistant, while the average portable speaker is dust resistant.
  • 20 dB lower signal-to-noise ratio
    This portable speaker has a lower signal-to-noise ratio than the average portable speaker (60 dB vs 80 dB).
    60 dB vs 80 dB
  • Does not have a 3.5 mm AUX input
    This portable speaker does not have a 3.5 mm AUX input, while the average portable speaker has a 3.5 mm AUX input.
    No built-in 3.5 mm AUX input.
  • Does not support stereo pairing
    This portable speaker does not support stereo pairing, while the average portable speaker supports stereo pairing.
  • Does not support True Wireless Stereo
    This portable speaker does not support True Wireless Stereo, while the average portable speaker supports True Wireless Stereo.
  • 5 °C higher minimum operating temperature
    This portable speaker has a higher minimum operating temperature than the average portable speaker (5 °C vs 0 °C).
    5 °C vs 0 °C
  • 2.44x more expensive
    LG Ultragear GP9 is more expensive than the average portable speaker (£220 vs £90).
    £220 vs £90
  • 5.3% lower user score
    User score
    7.6/ 10
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    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews with the total review volume for products in the Portable Speakers category.
    When it matters
    When you want to know how products in the Portable Speakers category perform in everyday use and how reliable owners find them over time.
    Score distribution
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    LG Ultragear GP9
    the average portable speaker
    LG Ultragear GP9 has a lower user score than the average portable speaker (7.6 vs 8).
    7.6 vs 8
  • 20 dB lower signal-to-noise ratio
    This portable speaker has a lower signal-to-noise ratio than the average portable speaker (60 dB vs 80 dB).
    60 dB vs 80 dB
  • Does not have a 3.5 mm AUX input
    This portable speaker does not have a 3.5 mm AUX input, while the average portable speaker has a 3.5 mm AUX input.
    No built-in 3.5 mm AUX input.
  • 7 hours shorter battery life
    This portable speaker has a shorter battery life than the average portable speaker (5 hours vs 12 hours).
    5 hours vs 12 hours
  • Is not water resistant
    This portable speaker is not water resistant, while the average portable speaker is water resistant.
  • Is not rated as dust resistant
    This portable speaker is not rated as dust resistant, while the average portable speaker is dust resistant.
  • 5 °C higher minimum operating temperature
    This portable speaker has a higher minimum operating temperature than the average portable speaker (5 °C vs 0 °C).
    5 °C vs 0 °C
  • 5 °C lower maximum operating temperature
    This portable speaker has a lower maximum operating temperature than the average portable speaker (35 °C vs 40 °C).
    35 °C vs 40 °C
  • Does not support stereo pairing
    This portable speaker does not support stereo pairing, while the average portable speaker supports stereo pairing.
  • Does not support True Wireless Stereo
    This portable speaker does not support True Wireless Stereo, while the average portable speaker supports True Wireless Stereo.
  • 19.5 cm wider
    This portable speaker is wider than the average portable speaker (37.6 cm vs 18.1 cm).
    37.6 cm vs 18.1 cm
  • 700 g heavier
    This portable speaker is heavier than the average portable speaker (1,500 g vs 800 g).
    1,500 g vs 800 g

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Third-party reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
Reviews last updated: August 2026 · How we calculate this

What customers like about LG Ultragear GP9

  • Compact space-saving design that fits perfectly under the V-shape stand of most gaming monitors
  • High-quality built-in Hi-Fi Quad DAC that improves audio resolution and delivers clean, distortion-free sound
  • Versatile connectivity options including USB-C, Optical, and Bluetooth for easy switching between PC, console, and mobile
  • Seamless 3.5mm headset pass-through with dedicated button switching and virtual 7.1 surround sound enhancement
  • Customisable RGB lighting and equalizer presets adjustable via the mobile companion app
  • Effective echo-cancellation algorithm on the internal microphone that filters out active game audio from voice chat

What customers don't like about LG Ultragear GP9

  • Significantly high retail price point compared to standard computer speakers or traditional soundbars
  • Noticeable lack of deep, sub-bass extension due to the absence of a dedicated external subwoofer
  • Disappointing audio performance for standard music playback, resulting in an imbalanced or muddy sound field
  • Mediocre battery performance that realistically drops below the advertised five hours when RGB lighting and higher volumes are active
  • Limited overall portability due to its substantial weight, bulky form factor, and lack of any weather-resistant IP rating
  • Voice cutting and distortion bugs caused by over-aggressive noise cancellation profiles during voice calls

Verdict

The LG UltraGear GP9 is a compact, 2.0-channel desktop gaming speaker measuring 376 x 86 x 108 mm and weighing 1.5 kg, featuring a built-in ES9038PRO Hi-Fi Quad DAC, two 2-inch woofers, and two 20mm tweeters delivering a maximum output power of 20W. Key advantages include its versatile connectivity (USB-C, optical, and Bluetooth), customizable RGB lighting, game-specific EQ presets (FPS/RTS), virtual 7.1 surround sound via DTS Headphone:X, and an integrated echo-canceling voice chat microphone. However, its downsides include a short 5-hour battery life, lack of an IP water-resistance rating, high retail price, and the inability to use wired and Bluetooth connections simultaneously.

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