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Majority Snowdon II review: 108 specs compared

Avg. price:~£55N. of audio channels:2.1Audio output power:120 WHDMI ARC type:ARC

Majority Snowdon II Review: Compare 108 technical specifications and 10 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Soundbars category and whether it is worth buying.

Majority Snowdon II
6.6/10

Overall score

Score
6.6/ 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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Score components

35%

4.7

Technical score

30%

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List scoreNot enough data yet, so we use 7.5, the mark of a weaker model in this category

25%

8.2

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

â–¼Worse than 58% 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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â–² Better than 56% of models
Score components

70%

6.6

Overall score

30%

10

Price

â–²Better than 56%
4.7

Technical score

Technical score
4.7/ 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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Score components

25%

3.8

Audio

18%

4.2

Formats

16%

5.3

Connectivity

14%

6.1

Controls

12%

4.9

HDMI

10%

4.0

Streaming

5%

6.5

Design

â–¼Worse than 87%
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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80%

8.2

Average grade

20%

8.4

Popularity

Grades by review (10)
5 reviews + 5 videos, average 8.2/10. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
â–²Better than 57%
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List score

List score
7.5/ 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 (0)
Not in any best-of list yet, so this part counts as 7.5. Models in a list get 8 to 10.
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Where to buy
    N/A~ £55
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 Majority Snowdon II

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Reviewers like the dependable Bluetooth and handy presets, but the limited connections disappoint and opinions on sound quality are mixed.
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Technical Specifications of soundbar Majority Snowdon II

Technical score
Technical score
4.7/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 87% of models
Score components:

25%

3.8

Audio

18%

4.2

Formats

16%

5.3

Connectivity

14%

6.1

Controls

12%

4.9

HDMI

10%

4.0

Streaming

5%

6.5

Design

4.7
Reviews score
8.2
List score
?
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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 56% of models
Score components:

70%

6.6

Overall score

30%

10

Price

7.7
N. of audio channels
2.1
This soundbar offers 2.1 audio channels, more than 42.2% of soundbars and equal to 27.6% of soundbars.
Audio output power
120 W
Market range: <10 W – >260 W
This soundbar delivers 120 W of audio output power, more than 70.9% of soundbars and equal to 6.9% of soundbars.
Max SPL
?
Min frequency
30 Hz
Market range: <20 Hz – >120 Hz
This soundbar reaches a minimum frequency of 30 Hz, lower than 84.4% of soundbars and equal to 1.8% of soundbars.
Max frequency
20,000 Hz
Market range: <19k Hz – >20k Hz
This soundbar reaches a maximum frequency of 20,000 Hz, higher than 17.5% of soundbars and equal to 76.8% of soundbars.
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What reviewers say
Dolby Atmos
no
This soundbar does not support Dolby Atmos. 30.3% of soundbars include this feature.
DTS:X
no
This soundbar does not support DTS:X. 16.7% 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
no
This soundbar does not support DTS-HD Master Audio. 7.6% of soundbars include this feature.
Dolby Digital Plus
no
This soundbar does not support Dolby Digital Plus. 25.3% of soundbars include this feature.
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N. of HDMI inputs
0
Market range: <0 – >5
This soundbar has 0 HDMI inputs, fewer than 41.5% of soundbars and equal to 58.5% of soundbars.
Wi-Fi connectivity
no
This soundbar does not support Wi-Fi connectivity. 28.8% of soundbars include this feature.
Wi-Fi version
N/A
Bluetooth connectivity
yes
This soundbar supports Bluetooth connectivity. 4.6% of soundbars include this feature.
Bluetooth version
5
This soundbar uses Bluetooth 5, which is more up to date than 38.7% of soundbars and equal to 47.9% of soundbars.
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What reviewers say
Smartphone app
no
This soundbar does not have smartphone app. 42.6% 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
no
This soundbar does not support voice assistant compatibility. 36.8% 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
N/A
HDMI ARC type
ARC
This soundbar has ARC as its HDMI TV-audio return type, which is more advanced than what 24.7% of soundbars and the same as what 46.5% offers.
HDMI-CEC support
no
This soundbar does not support HDMI-CEC. 71.2% support HDMI-CEC.
HDMI pass-through resolution
none
This soundbar passes through none, which is lower resolution than 27.2% of soundbars and equal to 72.8% of soundbars.
HDMI pass-through frame rate
none fps
This soundbar supports HDMI pass-through up to none fps, lower than 21.4% of soundbars and equal to 78.6% of soundbars.
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AirPlay
no
This soundbar does not support AirPlay. 19.9% of soundbars include this feature.
Chromecast built-in
no
This soundbar does not support Chromecast built-in. 11.4% of soundbars include this feature.
Spotify Connect
no
This soundbar does not support Spotify Connect. 20.8% of soundbars include this feature.
TIDAL Connect
no
This soundbar does not support TIDAL Connect. 9.2% 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
810 mm
Market range: <350 mm – >1.1k mm
This soundbar is 810 mm wide, wider than 58.7% of soundbars and equal to 0.5% of soundbars.
Height
83 mm
Market range: <50 mm – >100 mm
This soundbar is 83 mm high, taller than 84% of soundbars and equal to 0.5% of soundbars.
Thickness
83 mm
Market range: <60 mm – >135 mm
This soundbar is 83 mm thick, thinner than 53.7% of soundbars and equal to 1.1% of soundbars.
Weight
1,500 g
Market range: <500 g – >5.5k g
This soundbar weighs 1,500 g, less than 68.8% of soundbars and equal to 1.6% of soundbars.
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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Majority Snowdon II vs the average soundbar

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  • RCA analog input
    This soundbar has RCA analog input, 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
    â–¼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    â–² Better than 57% of models

    80%

    8.2

    Average grade

    20%

    8.4

    Popularity

    Grades by review (10)
    5 reviews + 5 videos, average 8.2/10. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
    8.2 vs 7.1
  • 71.4% more audio output power
    This soundbar has a higher audio output power than the average soundbar (120 W vs 70 W). The average soundbar delivers 70 W of audio output power.
    120 W vs 70 W
  • 20 Hz lower min frequency
    This soundbar has a lower minimum frequency than the average soundbar (30 Hz vs 50 Hz). The average soundbar has a minimum frequency of 50 Hz.
    30 Hz vs 50 Hz
  • 500 g lighter weight
    This soundbar is lighter than the average soundbar (1,500 g vs 2000 g). The average soundbar weighs 2000 g.
    1,500 g vs 2,000 g
  • 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
    â–¼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    â–² Better than 57% of models

    80%

    8.2

    Average grade

    20%

    8.4

    Popularity

    Grades by review (10)
    5 reviews + 5 videos, average 8.2/10. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
    8.2 vs 7.1
  • 71.4% more audio output power
    This soundbar has a higher audio output power than the average soundbar (120 W vs 70 W). The average soundbar delivers 70 W of audio output power.
    120 W vs 70 W
  • 20 Hz lower min frequency
    This soundbar has a lower minimum frequency than the average soundbar (30 Hz vs 50 Hz). The average soundbar has a minimum frequency of 50 Hz.
    30 Hz vs 50 Hz
  • RCA analog input
    This soundbar has RCA analog input, the average soundbar does not.
  • 500 g lighter weight
    This soundbar is lighter than the average soundbar (1,500 g vs 2000 g). The average soundbar weighs 2000 g.
    1,500 g vs 2,000 g
  • 4 in inch smaller subwoofer driver size
    This soundbar has a lower subwoofer driver size than the average soundbar (2 in vs 6 in). The average soundbar uses a subwoofer driver size of 6 in.
    2 in vs 6 in
  • Less advanced HDMI ARC type
    This soundbar has ARC as its HDMI TV-audio return type, while the average soundbar has eARC.
    ARC vs eARC
  • No Dolby Digital
    This soundbar does not support Dolby Digital, the average soundbar does.
  • No night mode
    This soundbar does not support night mode, the average soundbar does.
  • No USB audio input
    This soundbar does not have USB audio input, the average soundbar does.
    No (USB not present; supports Bluetooth, Optical, RCA, and 3.5mm AUX)
  • No HDMI-CEC support
    This soundbar does not support HDMI-CEC, the average soundbar does.
  • 1 fewer USB ports
    This soundbar has fewer USB ports than the average soundbar (0 vs 1). The average soundbar has 1 USB ports.
    0 vs 1
  • No USB playback support
    This soundbar does not support USB playback support, the average soundbar does.
    ? (USB port exists on some revisions but is often listed as N/A for playback or for "Service Only")
  • 4 in inch smaller subwoofer driver size
    This soundbar has a lower subwoofer driver size than the average soundbar (2 in vs 6 in). The average soundbar uses a subwoofer driver size of 6 in.
    2 in vs 6 in
  • 1 fewer drivers
    This soundbar has fewer drivers than the average soundbar (3 vs 4). The average soundbar has 4 drivers.
    3 vs 4
  • 3 years older release
    This soundbar is older than the average soundbar (2018 vs 2021). The average soundbar was released in 2021.
    August 29, 2018
    2,018 vs 2,021
  • No Dolby Digital
    This soundbar does not support Dolby Digital, the average soundbar does.
  • No AAC support
    This soundbar does not support AAC, the average soundbar does.
  • 1 fewer supported audio formats
    This soundbar supports fewer audio formats than the average soundbar (1 vs 2). The average soundbar supports 2 audio formats.
    1 vs 2
  • No USB audio input
    This soundbar does not have USB audio input, the average soundbar does.
    No (USB not present; supports Bluetooth, Optical, RCA, and 3.5mm AUX)
  • 1 fewer USB ports
    This soundbar has fewer USB ports than the average soundbar (0 vs 1). The average soundbar has 1 USB ports.
    0 vs 1
  • No USB playback support
    This soundbar does not support USB playback support, the average soundbar does.
    ? (USB port exists on some revisions but is often listed as N/A for playback or for "Service Only")
  • Less advanced HDMI ARC type
    This soundbar has ARC as its HDMI TV-audio return type, while the average soundbar has eARC.
    ARC vs eARC
  • No HDMI-CEC support
    This soundbar does not support HDMI-CEC, the average soundbar does.
  • No night mode
    This soundbar does not support night mode, the average soundbar does.
  • 16 mm higher height
    This soundbar is taller than the average soundbar (83 mm vs 67 mm). The average soundbar is 67 mm tall.
    83 mm vs 67 mm
  • 47 mm wider width
    This soundbar is wider than the average soundbar (810 mm vs 763 mm). The average soundbar is 763 mm wide.
    810 mm vs 763 mm

Video reviews

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

9.0
Robin The Reviewer
≈ estimated
13/12/2023
Hands-on review · unboxing, connections and Bluetooth test
Verdict
Majority Snowdon II delivers excellent sound in a white, wall-mountable design that blends in better than black soundbars.
9.0
Geekanoids
≈ estimated
05/10/2023
Hands-on review · Bluetooth test and setup
Verdict
Majority Snowdon II sounds good and is easy to set up; it is a clear recommendation, though not the most advanced soundbar.
8.0
Altima News
≈ estimated
15/07/2023
Hands-on review · sound, connections and budget value
Verdict
Majority Snowdon II is a decent, budget-friendly upgrade for TV audio, though bass and distortion are limited.
8.0
UK Pro Reviewer
≈ estimated
28/05/2023
Hands-on review · TV, Bluetooth and gaming tests
Verdict
The Majority Snowdon II is a clear upgrade over built-in TV speakers at a reasonable price, with some limits in bass depth.
8.0
AMTR
≈ estimated
26/09/2021
Short review · features and Bluetooth demo
Verdict
Majority Snowdon II is an affordable soundbar with strong bass and surround sound, ideal for movies and games.
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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

8.0
trustedreviews.com
✓ explicit
27/04/2023
Hands-on test · Wall-mounted soundbar
Verdict
The Majority Snowdon II is a clear, punchy upgrade on a TV's own speakers, suited to wall mounting, but its built-in subwoofer lacks depth for big films.
9.0
criticalpopcorn.com
≈ estimated
03/10/2023
Hands-on test · Movies and music
Verdict
The Majority Snowdon II is a simple, loud bar with a strong built-in bass boom for films and streaming, but it won't replace a dedicated music speaker.
8.0
whatgadget.net
✓ explicit
28/06/2021
Hands-on review · Basic TV soundbar
Verdict
The Majority Snowdon II adds extra bass to TV films, but has no HDMI port or smart home support, and Bluetooth music sounds weak.
7.0
casque-audio.pro
≈ estimated
05/11/2020
Hands-on test · Bluetooth TV soundbar
Verdict
The Majority Snowdon II suits an older TV, with clear voices and a built-in subwoofer, but it distorts at full volume and barely adds surround.
8.0
smartworld.it
≈ estimated
06/12/2022
Hands-on test · Under-TV design
Verdict
The Majority Snowdon II is a good soundbar whose triangular body slides under most TVs, offering wall mounting and a clear sound boost over a TV's own speakers.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Majority Snowdon II

  • Excellent value for money and highly affordable
  • Significant audio upgrade over standard built-in TV speakers
  • Simple and straightforward set-up process
  • Multiple connectivity options including Bluetooth, RCA, and AUX
  • Clear dialogue performance suitable for TV shows and podcasts
  • Capable of high volume levels without significant distortion
  • Compact, wall-mountable design that fits neatly under most TVs

What customers don't like about Majority Snowdon II

  • Lacks an HDMI ARC port for easier TV integration and control
  • No digital optical cable included in the box
  • Integrated subwoofer lacks the deep bass extension of a dedicated unit
  • No visual volume indicator on the device to gauge levels
  • Issues with audio dropping out during moments of silence (gating)
  • Device often turns on at a very high default volume
  • Limited effectiveness of bass and treble adjustments on the overall sound profile

Verdict

The Majority Snowdon II is a 2.1-channel Bluetooth soundbar featuring a built-in subwoofer and a powerful 120W output, designed with a sleek 81cm curved profile and weighing approximately 1.5kg. It offers versatile connectivity through Bluetooth 5.0, Optical, RCA, and 3.5mm AUX inputs, supported by a remote control that includes four EQ presets (Music, Movie, Dialogue, Flat) and independent bass and treble adjustments. Its primary pros include its exceptional value for money as a budget-friendly TV upgrade, the convenience of an all-in-one design with integrated bass, and easy wall-mountability with included brackets. However, notable cons include the lack of an HDMI ARC port on most versions, the absence of an included optical cable, and occasional reports of a 'hardness' in dialogue delivery at higher volumes.

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