Short answer: the Samsung HW-Q990F. It ranks #2 of 10 surround sound soundbar systems by sound quality, rated 4.0/5, at $998. The LG S80TR ranks #10, rated 3.4/5, at $580.49, $417.51 cheaper, which does not close the gap in sound quality.
The Samsung HW-Q990F is the better-sounding option. This 11.1.4 system includes a wireless sub and two wireless rear speakers with up-firing drivers, giving movies a wide, enveloping sound field with real overhead effects. The tradeoff: In a direct comparison, a Sonos Arc Ultra system sounded more natural and its sub played deeper.
Why pick the LG S80TR: A full surround set at an approachable size, with wireless rear speakers and sub that link to the bar without a separate transmitter. The catch: The sub lacks some low-end thump, so big explosions feel lighter than they could.
Buy the Samsung HW-Q990F. It is rated higher for sound quality, and the $417.51 you would save on the LG S80TR does not close the gap.
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This 11.1.4 system includes a wireless sub and two wireless rear speakers with up-firing drivers, giving movies a wide, enveloping sound field with real overhead effects.
A full surround set at an approachable size, with wireless rear speakers and sub that link to the bar without a separate transmitter.
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Specifications Side By Side
| Samsung HW-Q990F | LG S80TR | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $998.00 | $580.49 |
| Ranked | #2 of 10 in Surround Sound Soundbar Systems | #10 of 10 in Surround Sound Soundbar Systems |
| App | Yes (SmartThings) | Yes (LG Soundbar) |
| Aux Input | No | No |
| Bluetooth | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.3 | 5.1 |
| Channels | 11.1.4 | 5.1.3 |
| DTS:X | Yes | Yes |
| Dimensions | 2.8”H x 48.5”W x 5.4”D (71 x 1232 x 138 mm) | 2.5”H x 39.3”W x 5.3”D (64 x 998 x 135 mm) |
| Dolby Atmos | Yes (up-firing drivers) | Yes (up-firing drivers) |
| Drivers | Bar, sub and rears with up-firing height drivers; Sub: dual 8” opposed woofers | Bar: 11 speaker units incl. triple up-firing; Sub: wireless; Rears: 2 wireless |
| HDMI Input | 2 | 1 |
| HDMI eARC | Yes | Yes |
| Included Subwoofer | Wireless, dual 8” drivers | Wireless |
| Optical Input | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Speakers | Included (wireless) | Included (wireless) |
| Room Correction | Yes (SpaceFit Sound Pro) | Yes (AI Room Calibration) |
| Subwoofer Dimensions | 252H x 249W x 249D mm | 407H x 200W x 404D mm |
| Voice Assistants | Alexa, Google Assistant | Alexa, Google Assistant |
| Weight | 16.1 lbs (7.3 kg) | 9.9 lbs (4.5 kg) |
| Wi-Fi | Yes (AirPlay 2, Chromecast, Spotify Connect) | Yes (AirPlay 2, Chromecast, Spotify Connect, Tidal Connect) |
| Subwoofer Weight | - | 10 kg |
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