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LG S90TY review: 108 specs compared

Avg. price:~£350N. of audio channels:?Audio output power:?HDMI ARC type:eARC

LG S90TY Review: Compare 108 technical specifications, 3 expert and video reviews and 1 best-of list to see how this product ranks in the Soundbars category and whether it is worth buying.

LG S90TY
8.4/10

Overall score

Score
8.4/ 10
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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 97% of models
Score components

35%

8.6

Technical score

30%

8.0

List score

25%

8.2

Reviews score

10%

9.1

Sentiment score

★Better than 97% of soundbars
8.5

Value for money

Value for money
8.5/ 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 99% of models
Score components

70%

8.4

Overall score

30%

8.7

Price

★Better than 99%
8.6

Technical score

Technical score
8.6/ 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%

8.7

Audio

18%

7.5

Formats

16%

8.4

Connectivity

14%

9.7

Controls

12%

9.6

HDMI

10%

8.5

Streaming

5%

7.5

Design

★Better than 98%
8.2

Reviews score

Reviews score
8.2/ 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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▲ Better than 57% of models

80%

8.4

Average grade

20%

7.0

Popularity

Grades by review (3)
3 videos, average 9.0/10. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
▲Better than 57%
8.0

List score

List score
8.0/ 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 (1)
List score: in 1 of 103 lists (1%)
▲Better than 64%
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Where to buy
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Best rankings
Available: ranking among products currently available (including other versions of this product).All: ranking among all products in the database.

What reviewers say about the LG S90TY

Based on 0 · 4

Reviewers agree that dialogue comes through clearly, with no notable complaints.
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What owners say about the LG S90TY

Based on 54 owners sharing their experience in online comments

44%positive25%mixed31%negative

Owners praise its immersive sound, while bass consistency and missing rear speakers remain recurring frustrations.

What owners dislike

  • Owners say bass can feel weak or dry, sometimes seeming off, even at max. One added a second subwoofer through an S/PDIF splitter, which helped.9
  • The rear speakers are not included and must be bought separately. Owners say they are hard or impossible to find in some countries.8
  • Owners say the app connection drops and is slow to reconnect. Some say the bar blinked until setup was finished in the app.5
  • Owners say dialogue sounds low while action scenes are loud, and that streaming content can be quiet. Wow Orchestra makes it quieter.4
  • Without the rear speakers, owners say there is little real surround, only echo from the front and upward drivers.3
  • Owners say the separate rear speakers cost a lot in some countries, and say the bar is expensive for a mostly plastic build.3

Points mentioned by at least 3 owners, most mentioned first.

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Soundbars model ranking

Ranked #8 of 324 models in Soundbars (Overall score)

Technical Specifications of soundbar LG S90TY

Technical score
Technical score
8.6/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 98% of models
Score components:

25%

8.7

Audio

18%

7.5

Formats

16%

8.4

Connectivity

14%

9.7

Controls

12%

9.6

HDMI

10%

8.5

Streaming

5%

7.5

Design

8.6
Reviews score
8.2
List score
8.0
Value for money
Value for money
8.5/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 99% of models
Score components:

70%

8.4

Overall score

30%

8.7

Price

8.5
N. of audio channels
?
Audio output power
?
Max SPL
?
Min frequency
?
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
no
This soundbar does not support Dolby TrueHD. 16.5% of soundbars include this feature.
DTS-HD Master Audio
?
Dolby Digital Plus
?
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N. of HDMI inputs
1
Market range: <0 – >5
This soundbar has 1 HDMI inputs, more than 58.8% of soundbars and equal to 37.4% of soundbars.
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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What reviewers say
HDMI version
2.1
This soundbar has HDMI 2.1, which is more capable than 88.3% of soundbars and equal to 11.7% of soundbars.
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
plastic
This soundbar is built from plastic, which is more premium than 3% of soundbars and equal to 92.6% of soundbars.
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LG S90TY vs the average soundbar

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  • 1 more HDMI inputs
    This soundbar has more HDMI inputs than the average soundbar (1 vs 0). The average soundbar has 0 HDMI inputs.
    1 vs 0
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 15.5% higher review score
    Reviews score
    8.2/ 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
    ▲ Better than 57% of models

    80%

    8.4

    Average grade

    20%

    7.0

    Popularity

    Grades by review (3)
    3 videos, average 9.0/10. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
    8.2 vs 7.1
  • 9.6% higher list score
    List score
    8.0/ 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 (1)
    List score: in 1 of 103 lists (1%)
    8.0 vs 7.3
  • 26.4% higher sentiment score
    9.1 vs 7.2
  • 11.3% better value for money
    LG S90TY has better value for money than the average soundbar (8.46 vs 7.6).
    8.46 vs 7.6
  • Dedicated center channel
    This soundbar has center channel driver, the average soundbar does not.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 1 more HDMI inputs
    This soundbar has more HDMI inputs than the average soundbar (1 vs 0). The average soundbar has 0 HDMI inputs.
    1 vs 0
  • 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 ALLM
    This soundbar supports auto Low Latency Mode (ALLM), 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.
  • 3.18x more expensive
    LG S90TY is more expensive than the average soundbar (£350 vs £110).
    £350 vs £110
  • 3.18x more expensive
    LG S90TY is more expensive than the average soundbar (£350 vs £110).
    £350 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
ViralTech Reviews
≈ estimated
03/11/2026
Hands-on review · room, bass and movie tests
Verdict
LG S90TY has strong vocals and movie bass, but surround is limited because it has no rear speakers.
9.0
KINGSTONE CHURCHILL TECH
≈ estimated
23/10/2026
Hands-on review · sound tests and setup
Verdict
LG S90TY sounds excellent for movies, with balanced mids, though bass is not as strong as expected.
9.0
CanalJMS
≈ estimated
23/01/2026
Hands-on review · TV integration, sound and gaming tests
Verdict
LG S90TY works cleanly as a premium setup for LG TV owners, but surround is limited without rear speakers.
8.0
KINGSTONE CHURCHILL TECH
≈ estimated
21/10/2026
First look · unboxing and first impressions
Verdict
LG S90TY has a premium design and comfortable remote, but its rear ports raise doubts until the full review.
Overview video
Not graded

Third-party reviews

What customers like about LG S90TY

  • Dolby Atmos and an upfiring driver give the sound a sense of height.
  • Auto room calibration adjusts the sound to the room.
  • Chromecast built-in, AirPlay and Spotify Connect add streaming options.
  • Wi-Fi streaming sounds better than Bluetooth.
  • Deep bass with real floor vibration.
  • 4K passthrough at 120 fps, with VRR and ALLM for gaming.

What customers don't like about LG S90TY

  • No rear speakers included, so side and rear sound is weaker out of the box.
  • The height effect depends on careful speaker placement.
  • Very heavy and bulky, with a large subwoofer.
  • Only one HDMI input, so a second device needs a switch.
  • No Bluetooth multipoint, so two phones cannot connect at the same time.

Verdict

Premium finish and a large wireless subwoofer make the LG S90TY a serious choice for a movie room. It handles Dolby Atmos and DTS:X, and the upfiring drivers help keep dialogue clear. Vocals sound crisp, and the bass has real floor vibration without overwhelming the scene. Auto room calibration adjusts the sound to the room, and Chromecast, AirPlay and Spotify Connect add streaming options. Wi-Fi streaming sounds better than Bluetooth, and the touch panel works without the remote. Surround is the weak spot: with no rear speakers included, side and rear sound is limited unless you add wireless rear speakers, and the height effect depends on careful placement. It suits a buyer who wants a powerful, tidy front soundbar for movies and music and has space for a large subwoofer.

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