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LG S80TR 5.1.3 ch. OLED evo TV Matching Home Theater Soundbar with Rear Surround Speakers and Wireless Subwoofer

LG S80TR 5.1.3 ch. OLED evo TV Matching Home Theater Soundbar with Rear Surround Speakers and Wireless Subwoofer

Brand: LG
4.2
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Pros

Attribute Avg # Reviews
Gaming HDMI passthrough 5.0 1
Voice clarity 5.0 1
Dialogue clarity (for TV/soundbar use) 4.9 3
Latency with TV (lip sync) 4.8 2
HDMI ARC) 4.7 3
HDMI 2.1 gaming 4.7 2
Surround sound simulation 4.5 3
Value for money 4.5 3
Chromecast compatibility 4.5 2
AI Room Calibration 4.5 1
Audio format support 4.5 1
Design & build quality 4.5 1
Detail retrieval 4.5 1
Included accessories 4.5 1
Inter-speaker connectivity 4.5 1
Multi-speaker pairing reliability 4.5 1
Soundstage height 4.5 1
Status indicators 4.5 1
AirPlay compatibility 4.3 2
Soundstage width 4.3 2
Subwoofer performance (if included) 4.2 4
Smart features 4.2 3
Loudness / maximum volume 4.1 4
EQ customization 4.0 2
App reliability 4.0 1
Bluetooth codec support 4.0 1
Design & aesthetics 4.0 1
Distortion at high volume 4.0 1
Home theater integration 4.0 1
Low-volume performance 4.0 1
Remote control usability 4.0 1
Smart assistant integration (Alexa 4.0 1
Spotify Connect reliability 4.0 1
Wi-Fi streaming reliability 4.0 1
Wired input availability 4.0 1
Setup simplicity 3.9 3
Video passthrough support 3.8 1

Cons

Attribute Avg # Reviews
Bass performance 2.8 2
Dolby Atmos height effects 2.0 1
Rear speaker cable length 2.0 1

Reviews

LG S80TR 5.1.3 Channel Soundbar with Dolby Atmos and Rear Speakers Soundbar thumbnail

LG S80TR 5.1.3 Channel Soundbar with Dolby Atmos and Rear Speakers Soundbar

What We Loved

  • AirPlay compatibilityThe inclusion of both Chromecast and AirPlay 2 makes it platform-agnostic for streaming
  • App reliabilitySince its launch, LG has released several firmware updates improving the AI calibration accuracy and adding additional streaming service compatibility.
  • Audio format supportthe system supports high-resolution audio formatsThe extensive format support (including Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, and various high-resolution audio codecs) means you're unlikely to encounter compatibility issues.
  • Bluetooth codec supportThe Bluetooth 5.1 implementation with AAC codec support ensures quality wireless playback
  • Chromecast compatibilityThe inclusion of both Chromecast and AirPlay 2 makes it platform-agnostic for streaming
  • Detail retrievalthe 11-speaker array demonstrated impressive clarity and spatial awareness.
  • Dialogue clarity (for TV/soundbar use)The up-firing center channel - a standout feature - makes dialogue noticeably clearer compared to traditional configurations.
  • HDMI 2.1 gamingWith HDMI 2.1 features like Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) and Auto Low Latency Mode (ALLM), plus 4K/120Hz passthrough, the S80TR is future-proofed for next-gen gaming.the dedicated game mode provided excellent positional audio without noticeable lag.
  • HDMI ARC)HDMI eARC support ensures the highest quality audio transmission from your TV.
  • Home theater integrationThe WOW Orchestra feature, which synchronizes the soundbar with compatible LG TV speakers, creates a fuller sound stage than we typically expect from soundbar systems.Best features are LG TV-specific
  • Included accessoriesthe inclusion of wireless rear speakers and up-firing channels in a complete package, features often requiring separate purchases with other systems.
  • Inter-speaker connectivityThe wireless rear speakers eliminate the cable-routing headaches typically associated with surround sound systems.
  • Latency with TV (lip sync)without noticeable lag.
  • Loudness / maximum volumeit provided more than adequate volume.
  • Low-volume performanceit provided more than adequate volume.
  • Setup simplicityInstallation is remarkably straightforward.
  • Smart featuresLG's AI Room Calibration is more than just marketing - it actively measures your room's acoustics and adjusts accordingly.the system effectively adapted its output to maintain optimal sound quality.
  • Soundstage heightthe height effects were distinctly noticeable - you can actually hear aircraft and other effects moving overhead
  • Soundstage widthcreates a fuller sound stage than we typically expect from soundbar systems.
  • Subwoofer performance (if included)The subwoofer, while not the most powerful we've tested, delivers clean, controlled bass that works well in most home settings.
  • Surround sound simulationThe Dolby Atmos implementation (which creates a three-dimensional sound bubble around you) is particularly effective.
  • Value for moneydelivers impressive performance that punches above its price pointThe system represents excellent value for users seeking premium features without the complexity of traditional surround sound setup.At its price point, it's hard to find a more complete package that combines true Dolby Atmos performance, wireless rear speakers, and future-proof connectivity in such a user-friendly format.
  • Video passthrough supportplus 4K/120Hz passthroughNo HDR10+ passthrough (though it does support Dolby Vision)

Just Okay

  • Bass performanceBass response might not satisfy extreme home theater enthusiasts
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LG 5.1.3 channel S80TR Soundbar - YouTube

What We Loved

  • Design & aestheticsthis is a mesh finishing which is pretty nice
  • EQ customizationsetting I guess that's the EQ adjuster I don't know what that isI've tried to thinker with this thing to get it to sound as nice as I can to get the Bas boosters up to get the trors and a nice setting
  • HDMI ARC)I connected this to the HDMI um e ALC e and it makes a world of difference
  • Loudness / maximum volumethe bar itself is pretty loud it is very very loudthe bar itself keeps going higher and higher
  • Remote control usabilitythis is quite a nice remotethis is very nice and premium lookingit's a fingerprint magnet
  • Smart featuresthis has Wi-Fi mode too so this is a Wi-Fi connected Soundbar which is very goodyou can play music through different ... streaming services like title Spotify
  • Status indicatorsit has this um LED um indicator up here on the in front of the Soundbar so when you're controlling it you can easily tell what your ... what setting you are ... onwith the LG it says Bluetoothwhen you cycle through the ... the indicator tells you what you're controlling
  • Subwoofer performance (if included)the Left Channel the right channel the subwoofer okay that's crazy
  • Surround sound simulationthe surround sound on this thing sounds good already it sounds amazing
  • Value for moneythis is a good sound systemI definitely will recommend getting something like this
  • Wired input availabilityyou have your Optical input in there and then back here you have about two HDMI ports and a USB port

Just Okay

  • Bass performancethe base system on the LG is pretty nice as well , um but it cannot caps up at certain levelbut the base can really use a lot of work
LG S80TR 5.1.3 Channel Soundbar with Dolby Atmos and Rear Speakers Soundbar vs Yamaha SR-C30A Soundbar with Subwoofer Comparison thumbnail

LG S80TR 5.1.3 Channel Soundbar with Dolby Atmos and Rear Speakers Soundbar vs Yamaha SR-C30A Soundbar with Subwoofer Comparison

What We Loved

  • AirPlay compatibilityBuilt-in Wi-Fi means you can stream music directly from Spotify, control it with Google Assistant or Alexa, and use Apple AirPlay 2 from your iPhone.
  • Chromecast compatibilityThe Chromecast integration means any audio playing on your phone can be instantly cast to the soundbar.
  • Dialogue clarity (for TV/soundbar use)The LG's dedicated center channel makes an enormous difference for dialogue clarity.This means actors' voices stay locked to the screen even when you're sitting off to the side—something the Yamaha simply can't match due to its stereo-only configuration.
  • EQ customizationyou run the AI Room Calibration.then adjusts the sound accordingly.the calibration took about five minutes of test tones while I stayed quiet in the room.The difference before and after was remarkable—the bass became tighter, dialogue clearer, and the surround effects more convincing.
  • HDMI 2.1 gamingincluding support for 120Hz gamingThe LG's support for HDMI 2.1 features like Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) and Auto Low Latency Mode (ALLM) makes it future-proof for next-generation gaming.
  • HDMI ARC)including support for 120Hz gaming and improved eARC (enhanced Audio Return Channel) implementation.
  • Loudness / maximum volumeThe LG, meanwhile, can handle rooms twice that size without breaking a sweat.
  • Smart assistant integration (AlexaBuilt-in Wi-Fi means you can stream music directly from Spotify, control it with Google Assistant or Alexa, and use Apple AirPlay 2 from your iPhone.
  • Smart featuresThe LG S80TR is essentially a smart speaker that happens to excel at TV audio.
  • Soundstage widthIt's a clever approach that can create an even wider soundstage in larger rooms.
  • Subwoofer performance (if included)The LG's 8-inch wireless subwoofer can pressurize a room—when that T-Rex footstep hits in Jurassic Park, you feel it in your chest.The 50-watt amplifier and larger driver mean it can reproduce frequencies down to 40Hz, which covers most of the bass content in movies and music.
  • Value for moneyThe LG S80TR at $547 costs more than three times as much, but the feature set justifies the price for the right user.The LG represents genuine value in the premium soundbar category

Just Okay

  • Setup simplicityThe LG S80TR requires significantly more effort but rewards you with better results.
LG Home Theatre S80TR Sound Bar Review - PowerUp! thumbnail

LG Home Theatre S80TR Sound Bar Review - PowerUp!

What We Loved

  • AI Room CalibrationThe soundbar walks you through calibration with LG’s AI Room Calibration, which uses built-in microphones to measure your room and fine-tune levels.AI Room Calibration helps here, especially if you move the sub from a corner to a more central spot.
  • Design & build qualityPhysically, the S80TR is classic LG minimalism. The main bar stretches across the width of a 55-inch TV without overhang, dressed in a matte black finish that avoids fingerprints.The wireless subwoofer is tall and slim, easy enough to hide in a corner but still substantial enough that you know it’s there to do damage.The rear speakers are compact and discreet—perfect for sitting on bookshelves or side tables.Sleek enough to disappear under the TV
  • Dialogue clarity (for TV/soundbar use)Dialogue from the up-firing centre channel came through crystal clear, even when buried under layers of gunfire and alien shrieks.The AI Sound Pro processing adds noticeable warmth to dialogue, giving voices natural presence even in the most crowded sound mixes.Clear voices
  • Distortion at high volumeSoundtrack soared cleanly above it all
  • Gaming HDMI passthroughThe HDMI passthrough fully supports 4K/120Hz with VRR and ALLM, meaning you can plug in a PS5 or Xbox Series X without worrying about losing the performance benefits of your OLED.
  • Latency with TV (lip sync)Combat felt more immediate thanks to the low input lag—the audio kept perfect pace with the visuals, so swings, blocks, and grunts felt instinctively synced.
  • Loudness / maximum volumeAs a whole package, the S80TR doesn’t quite deliver that room shaking, cinema experience. Even when I pumped up the volume and increased the Sub-woofer volume, the sound never quite gave me the feels like the Samsung QN990F for instance.Not as punchy or cinematic
  • Multi-speaker pairing reliabilityWOW Orchestra, which lets the soundbar work in tandem with your C5 OLED’s built-in speakers, and it sounds like a one-stop solution.Features like WOW Orchestra expand the soundstage by combining the bar and the OLED’s built-in speakers.
  • Setup simplicitySetup is refreshingly simple. Everything connects wirelessly once powered on, no extra transmitter boxes needed.Easy setup, AI calibration
  • Spotify Connect reliabilitySpotify streams sound warm and balanced, with the sub adding thump without muddying vocals but overall, it’s not as electrifying as I’d like.
  • Subwoofer performance (if included)The S80TR’s subwoofer hit with real authority during explosions, shaking the floor just enough to make you sit forward.The subwoofer didn’t just handle explosions—it carried the low thrum of tension in empty hallways.The wireless subwoofer that feels more like a small furniture piece than an accessory
  • Surround sound simulationStill, once in place, they genuinely add a sense of depth and dimension that the bar alone simply can’t replicate.The rears come alive here—small background details like distant chatter or starship hums subtly anchor you in the world.I loved the fight scene in Predator: Killer of Killers where the ninja arts would fly past you and behind you. Awesome stuff.Rear speakers highlighted footsteps and off-screen threats, making encounters feel more intense and claustrophobic.Great soundstage, detail and clarity
  • Voice clarityDialogue from the up-firing centre channel came through crystal clear, even when buried under layers of gunfire and alien shrieks.The AI Sound Pro processing adds noticeable warmth to dialogue, giving voices natural presence even in the most crowded sound mixes.Delivers where it matters most: dialogue clarity
  • Wi-Fi streaming reliabilitySpotify streams sound warm and balanced, with the sub adding thump without muddying vocals but overall, it’s not as electrifying as I’d like.

Needs Improvement

  • Dolby Atmos height effectsAtmos is the big selling point here, and while the S80TR technically checks the box, overhead effects are where it falls short. That moment when Predator leaps from the trees? You don’t feel him moving above you so much as around you.The S80TR fails to deliver the ships passing over and below, just in front and behind you.The height channels provide a touch of lift, making the soundstage taller than a flat 5.1 system, but it doesn’t fool you into thinking a helicopter is flying over your head.Lackluster overhead soundIf you’re after true overhead immersion, you might feel let down.
  • Rear speaker cable lengthThere is one frustrating caveat: the rear speakers ship with power cables that are far too short. Unless your room has power outlets exactly where you want your rears, you’ll be reaching for extension cords.Rear speakers have really short power cords

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