The LG S80QY 3.1.3ch Sound Bar with Wireless Subwoofer and Center Up-Firing, Dolby Atmos DTS:X, Works with Airplay2, Spotify HiFi, Alexa, High-Res Audio, IMAX Enhanced, TV Synergy, HDMI eARC ($479.99) is a top pick with a 9/10 consensus score across 4 expert reviews. Experts highlight three physical up-firing drivers — the highest atmos channel count under $500 and wireless subwoofer included, repositionable for cleaner low-end. Best for: Film-first home theaters wanting the most real overhead Atmos height under $500 with a wireless subwoofer.
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LG S80QY 3.1.3ch Sound Bar with Wireless Subwoofer and Center Up-Firing, Dolby Atmos DTS:X, Works with Airplay2, Spotify HiFi, Alexa, High-Res Audio, IMAX Enhanced, TV Synergy, HDMI eARC
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The LG S80QY 3.1.3ch Sound Bar with Wireless Subwoofer and Center Up-Firing, Dolby Atmos DTS:X, Works with Airplay2, Spotify HiFi, Alexa, High-Res Audio, IMAX Enhanced, TV Synergy, HDMI eARC earns a SHE Score of 6.6/10, driven by strong value (9/10) with room to improve in future-proofing (5/10). Based on 4 expert sources and SmartHomeExplorer compatibility analysis.
How we calculate the SHE Score →Expert Consensus: 9/10 across 4 sources
Last verified:Key Features
- ✓ 3.1.3ch with center and 2 side up-firing drivers
- ✓ Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, IMAX Enhanced
- ✓ Wireless dedicated subwoofer included
- ✓ Wi-Fi, AirPlay 2, Alexa, HDMI eARC
Best For
What Experts Agree On
What Experts Love
- ✓ Three physical up-firing drivers — the highest Atmos channel count under $500
- ✓ Wireless subwoofer included, repositionable for cleaner low-end
- ✓ Dolby Atmos plus DTS:X plus IMAX Enhanced is the deepest format stack here
- ✓ Wi-Fi and AirPlay 2 cover most streaming-app and Apple households
Common Criticisms
- ✗ At $479.99 it sits near the bracket ceiling
- ✗ No Chromecast in the wireless stack, unlike the Samsung
What The Experts Say
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Check Price on Amazon$479.99 · 4 expert sources · 9/10 consensus
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the LG S80QY 3.1.3ch Sound Bar with Wireless Subwoofer and Center Up-Firing, Dolby Atmos DTS:X, Works with Airplay2, Spotify HiFi, Alexa, High-Res Audio, IMAX Enhanced, TV Synergy, HDMI eARC worth it?
LG S80QY 3.1.3ch Sound Bar with Wireless Subwoofer and Center Up-Firing, Dolby Atmos DTS:X, Works with Airplay2, Spotify HiFi, Alexa, High-Res Audio, IMAX Enhanced, TV Synergy, HDMI eARC earns a 9/10 consensus score across our 12 expert sources. It is rated "Must Buy" — Film-first home theaters wanting the most real overhead Atmos height under $500 with a wireless subwoofer. At $479.99, it ranks among the top picks in its category.
Who is the LG S80QY 3.1.3ch Sound Bar with Wireless Subwoofer and Center Up-Firing, Dolby Atmos DTS:X, Works with Airplay2, Spotify HiFi, Alexa, High-Res Audio, IMAX Enhanced, TV Synergy, HDMI eARC best for?
LG S80QY 3.1.3ch Sound Bar with Wireless Subwoofer and Center Up-Firing, Dolby Atmos DTS:X, Works with Airplay2, Spotify HiFi, Alexa, High-Res Audio, IMAX Enhanced, TV Synergy, HDMI eARC is best for: Film-first home theaters wanting the most real overhead Atmos height under $500 with a wireless subwoofer. Experts rate it "Must Buy" overall.
How does the LG S80QY 3.1.3ch Sound Bar with Wireless Subwoofer and Center Up-Firing, Dolby Atmos DTS:X, Works with Airplay2, Spotify HiFi, Alexa, High-Res Audio, IMAX Enhanced, TV Synergy, HDMI eARC compare to other Entertainment options?
Among the Entertainment products we have reviewed, LG S80QY 3.1.3ch Sound Bar with Wireless Subwoofer and Center Up-Firing, Dolby Atmos DTS:X, Works with Airplay2, Spotify HiFi, Alexa, High-Res Audio, IMAX Enhanced, TV Synergy, HDMI eARC ranks above average with a 9/10 score. See our full category comparison for more details.
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LG S80QY 3.1.3ch Sound Bar with Wireless Subwoofer and Center Up-Firing, Dolby Atmos DTS:X, Works with Airplay2, Spotify HiFi, Alexa, High-Res Audio, IMAX Enhanced, TV Synergy, HDMI eARC works with Amazon Alexa. Check our compatibility notes on the product page for any setup requirements or hub dependencies.
What are the pros and cons of the LG S80QY 3.1.3ch Sound Bar with Wireless Subwoofer and Center Up-Firing, Dolby Atmos DTS:X, Works with Airplay2, Spotify HiFi, Alexa, High-Res Audio, IMAX Enhanced, TV Synergy, HDMI eARC?
The main pros of the LG S80QY 3.1.3ch Sound Bar with Wireless Subwoofer and Center Up-Firing, Dolby Atmos DTS:X, Works with Airplay2, Spotify HiFi, Alexa, High-Res Audio, IMAX Enhanced, TV Synergy, HDMI eARC are three physical up-firing drivers — the highest atmos channel count under $500 and wireless subwoofer included, repositionable for cleaner low-end. The main downside is at $479.99 it sits near the bracket ceiling. Overall, experts rate it "Must Buy" with a 9/10 consensus score.
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