Polk Audio Signa S4
Score: 67/100
Vizio 5.1 Soundbar SE
Score: 74/100Rankings
The VIZIO 5.1 Soundbar SE delivers a full 5.1 surround experience with a wireless subwoofer and rear satellites, offering strong bass and Atmos support, but it lacks an optical input, a physical remote, and true height drivers.
The Signa S4 is a 3.1.2-channel Dolby Atmos soundbar with a wireless subwoofer, offering strong dialogue clarity and easy HDMI eARC setup for small-to-medium rooms.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
— | 180 Wbest | |
— | 5.1best | |
| ↓ lower better | 8.6 kg | 7.269 kgbest |
36 monthsbest | — | |
10 mbest | — |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Audio Performance(1) | ||
Supported Audio Formats | Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Atmos, DTS Virtual:X | Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, DTS Virtual:X |
Build & Design(3) | ||
Soundbar Weight (kg) | 8.6 kg | 7.269 kg |
Mounting Type | Wall-mountable | Wall mountable, QuickFit |
Remote Control Included | true | false |
Power & Battery(1) | ||
Power Source | AC | Corded electric |
Connectivity(2) | ||
Bluetooth Version | 5.0 | 5.2 |
Optical Input | true | false |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers commend its value-driven Atmos performance and dialogue clarity, while noting the lack of smart-home features and expandability.
Users praise the clear dialogue, powerful subwoofer and quick setup, but mention occasional Bluetooth drops and the non-backlit remote as drawbacks.
Professional reviewers praise the VIZIO 5.1 Soundbar SE for delivering realistic surround thanks to its physical rear satellites and strong bass, while noting the lack of an optical input and that Atmos is simulated rather than driven by up-firing speakers.
Everyday users consistently highlight crisp dialogue, powerful bass, and immersive surround, while expressing frustration over the missing remote, occasional Bluetooth/subwoofer dropouts, and the clunky app interface.
“Dialogue is crystal clear, even in loud action scenes.”
“The subwoofer hits harder than expected for its size.”
“Set up in under 10 minutes - just plugged in HDMI and it worked.”
