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LG S90TR review: 108 specs compared

Avg. price:~£680N. of audio channels:?Audio output power:?HDMI ARC type:eARC

LG S90TR Review: Compare 108 technical specifications, 1 expert and video reviews and 2 best-of lists to see how this product ranks in the Soundbars category and whether it is worth buying.

LG S90TR
8.0/10

Overall score

Score
8.0/ 10
✕
What it is
Our main score for this model, 1–10. It combines specs, best-of lists, expert reviews and owners.
How we count it
Parts: Technical score 35%, List score 30%, Reviews score 25%, Sentiment score 10%
Marks: Each part gets a mark out of 10. For reviews, lists and owners, a typical model in this category gets about 8 and the best one gets 10.
No data yet: A part with no data shows "?". It counts as the mark of a weaker model in this category (4 in 5 models with data score higher). This way, models with reviews, lists and owners usually come out ahead.
Score distribution
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★ Better than 91% of models
Score components

35%

8.7

Technical score

30%

8.1

List score

25%

7.6

Reviews score

10%

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Sentiment scoreNot enough data yet, so we use 6.8, the mark of a weaker model in this category

★Better than 91% of soundbars
7.7

Value for money

Value for money
7.7/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the soundbar's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a soundbar with a good balance between audio quality, features, and price.
Score distribution
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▲ Better than 56% of models
Score components

70%

8.0

Overall score

30%

6.9

Price

▲Better than 56%
8.7

Technical score

Technical score
8.7/ 10
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What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 35% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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★ Better than 98% of models
Score components

25%

8.9

Audio

18%

8.0

Formats

16%

8.1

Connectivity

14%

9.8

Controls

12%

9.4

HDMI

10%

8.5

Streaming

5%

7.6

Design

★Better than 98%
7.6

Reviews score

Reviews score
7.6/ 10
✕
What it is
Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
How we count it
Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Every review counts the same: written or video, short or full test.
Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.6 for now.
Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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▼ Worse than 53% of models

80%

8.3

Average grade

20%

5.0

Popularity

Grades by review (1)
1 video: 9.0/10. We use 3 reviews; the 2 missing count as the category's typical 8.2: (9.0 × 1 + 8.2 × 2) ÷ 3 = 8.5. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
▼Worse than 53%
8.1

List score

List score
8.1/ 10
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What it is
How often independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers put this model in their best-of lists for this category.
How we count it
Points: The model in the most lists of this category gets 10; the others get 8 to 10 in proportion. In no list yet: 7.5. Lists count 30% of the overall score.
Enough data: Every list counts, even a single one. With fewer than 5 best-of lists in the category, this part is left out.
Lists with this model (2)
List score: in 2 of 102 lists (2%)
▲Better than 77%
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Where to buy
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Ranked #26 of 324 models in Soundbars (Overall score)

Technical Specifications of soundbar LG S90TR

Technical score
Technical score
8.7/ 10
✕
What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 35% of the overall score.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 98% of models
Score components:

25%

8.9

Audio

18%

8.0

Formats

16%

8.1

Connectivity

14%

9.8

Controls

12%

9.4

HDMI

10%

8.5

Streaming

5%

7.6

Design

8.7
Reviews score
7.6
List score
8.1
Value for money
Value for money
7.7/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the soundbar's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a soundbar with a good balance between audio quality, features, and price.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 56% of models
Score components:

70%

8.0

Overall score

30%

6.9

Price

7.7
N. of audio channels
?
Audio output power
?
Max SPL
?
Min frequency
20 Hz
Market range: <20 Hz – >120 Hz
This soundbar reaches a minimum frequency of 20 Hz, lower than 88.4% of soundbars and equal to 11.6% of soundbars.
Max frequency
?
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Dolby Atmos
yes
This soundbar supports Dolby Atmos. 70% of soundbars include this feature.
DTS:X
yes
This soundbar supports DTS:X. 83.6% of soundbars include this feature.
Dolby TrueHD
?
DTS-HD Master Audio
?
Dolby Digital Plus
?
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N. of HDMI inputs
?
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This soundbar supports Wi-Fi connectivity. 71.5% of soundbars include this feature.
Wi-Fi version
?
Bluetooth connectivity
yes
This soundbar supports Bluetooth connectivity. 4.6% of soundbars include this feature.
Bluetooth version
?
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Smartphone app
yes
This soundbar has smartphone app. 57.7% of soundbars offer this feature.
Remote control
yes
This soundbar has remote control. 17.5% of soundbars offer this feature.
Control panel
yes
This soundbar has control panel. 5.5% of soundbars offer this feature.
Voice assistant compatibility
yes
This soundbar supports voice assistant compatibility. 63.6% of soundbars include this feature.
Far-field microphones
no
This soundbar does not have far-field microphones. 7.1% of soundbars offer this feature.
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HDMI version
?
HDMI ARC type
eARC
This soundbar has eARC as its HDMI TV-audio return type, which is more advanced than what 71.5% of soundbars and the same as what 28.5% offers.
HDMI-CEC support
yes
This soundbar supports HDMI-CEC. 29.2% support HDMI-CEC.
HDMI pass-through resolution
4K
This soundbar passes through 4K, which is higher resolution than 74.5% of soundbars and equal to 23.8% of soundbars.
HDMI pass-through frame rate
120 fps
This soundbar supports HDMI pass-through up to 120 fps, higher than 95.5% of soundbars and equal to 4.5% of soundbars.
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AirPlay
yes
This soundbar supports AirPlay. 80.4% of soundbars include this feature.
Chromecast built-in
yes
This soundbar supports Chromecast built-in. 88.9% of soundbars include this feature.
Spotify Connect
yes
This soundbar supports Spotify Connect. 79.5% of soundbars include this feature.
TIDAL Connect
yes
This soundbar supports TIDAL Connect. 91.1% of soundbars include this feature.
Amazon Music native support
no
This soundbar does not support native Amazon Music. 13% support native Amazon Music.
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Width
?
Height
?
Thickness
?
Weight
?
Build material
?
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LG S90TR vs the average soundbar

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  • Supports Dolby Atmos
    This soundbar supports Dolby Atmos, the average soundbar does not.
  • Dedicated center channel
    This soundbar has center channel driver, the average soundbar does not.
  • 9 more drivers
    This soundbar has more drivers than the average soundbar (13 vs 4). The average soundbar has 4 drivers.
    13 vs 4
  • Supports DTS:X
    This soundbar supports DTS:X, the average soundbar does not.
  • Wi-Fi connectivity
    This soundbar supports Wi-Fi connectivity, the average soundbar does not.
  • Higher HDMI pass-through frame rate
    This soundbar has a higher HDMI pass-through frame rate than the average soundbar (120 fps vs none fps). The average soundbar supports an HDMI pass-through frame rate of none fps.
    120 fps vs none fps
  • Built-in Chromecast
    This soundbar supports Chromecast built-in, the average soundbar does not.
  • Subwoofer included
    This soundbar has subwoofer included, the average soundbar does not.
  • 11.0% higher list score
    List score
    8.1/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    How often independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers put this model in their best-of lists for this category.
    How we count it
    Points: The model in the most lists of this category gets 10; the others get 8 to 10 in proportion. In no list yet: 7.5. Lists count 30% of the overall score.
    Enough data: Every list counts, even a single one. With fewer than 5 best-of lists in the category, this part is left out.
    Lists with this model (2)
    List score: in 2 of 102 lists (2%)
    8.1 vs 7.3
  • 7.0% higher review score
    Reviews score
    7.6/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
    How we count it
    Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Every review counts the same: written or video, short or full test.
    Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
    Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.6 for now.
    Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    Score distribution
    ▼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    ▼ Worse than 53% of models

    80%

    8.3

    Average grade

    20%

    5.0

    Popularity

    Grades by review (1)
    1 video: 9.0/10. We use 3 reviews; the 2 missing count as the category's typical 8.2: (9.0 × 1 + 8.2 × 2) ÷ 3 = 8.5. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
    7.6 vs 7.1
  • Dedicated center channel
    This soundbar has center channel driver, the average soundbar does not.
  • 9 more drivers
    This soundbar has more drivers than the average soundbar (13 vs 4). The average soundbar has 4 drivers.
    13 vs 4
  • Subwoofer included
    This soundbar has subwoofer included, the average soundbar does not.
  • Supports upfiring speakers
    This soundbar supports upfiring speakers, the average soundbar does not.
  • Supports wireless rear speakers
    This soundbar is compatible with wireless rear speakers, the average soundbar is not.
  • 30 Hz lower min frequency
    This soundbar has a lower minimum frequency than the average soundbar (20 Hz vs 50 Hz). The average soundbar has a minimum frequency of 50 Hz.
    20 Hz vs 50 Hz
  • Supports Dolby Atmos
    This soundbar supports Dolby Atmos, the average soundbar does not.
  • Supports DTS:X
    This soundbar supports DTS:X, the average soundbar does not.
  • Wi-Fi connectivity
    This soundbar supports Wi-Fi connectivity, the average soundbar does not.
  • Higher HDMI pass-through frame rate
    This soundbar has a higher HDMI pass-through frame rate than the average soundbar (120 fps vs none fps). The average soundbar supports an HDMI pass-through frame rate of none fps.
    120 fps vs none fps
  • Supports HDR pass-through
    This soundbar supports hDR pass-through support, the average soundbar does not.
  • Higher video pass-through
    This soundbar passes through higher-resolution video than the average soundbar (4K vs none).
    4K vs none
  • Supports VRR
    This soundbar supports variable Refresh Rate (VRR), the average soundbar does not.
  • Newer HDCP support
    This soundbar has a more recent HDCP version than the average soundbar (2.3 vs none).
    2.3 vs none
  • Built-in Chromecast
    This soundbar supports Chromecast built-in, the average soundbar does not.
  • Supports AirPlay
    This soundbar supports AirPlay, the average soundbar does not.
  • Supports Spotify Connect
    This soundbar supports Spotify Connect, the average soundbar does not.
  • Supports TIDAL Connect
    This soundbar supports tIDAL Connect, the average soundbar does not.
  • Automatic room calibration
    This soundbar supports automatic room calibration, the average soundbar does not.
  • Companion smartphone app
    This soundbar supports smartphone app, the average soundbar does not.
  • App EQ customization
    This soundbar supports eQ customization (app), the average soundbar does not.
  • Auto volume leveling
    This soundbar supports auto volume leveling, the average soundbar does not.
  • Supports voice assistants
    This soundbar supports voice assistant compatibility, the average soundbar does not.
  • Manual audio delay adjustment
    This soundbar supports manual audio delay adjustment, the average soundbar does not.
  • No AUX input
    This soundbar does not have AUX input, the average soundbar does.
  • 6.18x more expensive
    LG S90TR is more expensive than the average soundbar (£680 vs £110).
    £680 vs £110
  • 6.18x more expensive
    LG S90TR is more expensive than the average soundbar (£680 vs £110).
    £680 vs £110
  • No AUX input
    This soundbar does not have AUX input, the average soundbar does.

Video reviews

Hands-on testing, unboxing, and real-world video evaluations

9.0
Veteran_Gaming
≈ estimated
13/01/2025
Hands-on review · setup, sound and daily use
Verdict
LG S90TR offers strong sound and an immersive Atmos feel, works best with an LG TV, but setup takes real effort.
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Third-party reviews

What customers like about LG S90TR

  • 13 drivers spread sound across the whole room.
  • Dolby Atmos and DTS:X place effects overhead as well as around you.
  • The subwoofer is in the box, so bass comes with the set.
  • Automatic room calibration sets the sound to the room.
  • 4K at 120 fps and variable refresh rate suit a gaming console.
  • AirPlay, Chromecast, Spotify and TIDAL all stream from a phone.

What customers don't like about LG S90TR

  • Rear speakers are not included, so full surround needs an extra purchase.
  • No Bluetooth multipoint, so only one phone can stay connected at a time.
  • No DTS Virtual:X, so plain stereo sound gets no virtual surround.
  • A small room can feel swamped by this much sound.

Verdict

With 13 drivers, the LG S90TR is built for film fans who want room-filling sound without a full speaker set. It adds Dolby Atmos and DTS:X, so effects can move overhead as well as around the room. The subwoofer comes in the box, and automatic room calibration tunes the sound to the space. For gamers, it passes 4K video at 120 fps and supports variable refresh rate. It streams from a phone through AirPlay, Chromecast, Spotify or TIDAL. The trade-off is the rear speakers, which are not in the box, so full surround means buying more. Setup also takes patience, since there are many settings to work through. It suits a buyer who owns an LG TV and wants big, bass-heavy sound for films and games at home.

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