Sonos RAYG1US1BLK
Score: 59/100
LG S40TR
Score: 87/100Rankings
The LG S40TR is a 4.1-channel soundbar system with a powerful wireless subwoofer, Dolby Atmos, AI-driven sound modes and seamless integration with LG TVs via the WOW Interface.
The Sonos Ray is a compact entry-level 2.0 soundbar that upgrades TV audio with clear dialogue and balanced music playback, while integrating seamlessly into the Sonos ecosystem. It lacks HDMI, Dolby Atmos, and deep bass, making it best suited for small spaces and existing Sonos users.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
— | 400 Wbest | |
— | 1best | |
— | 5.3best | |
| ↓ lower better | 1.95 kgbest | 10.024 kg |
12 monthsbest | 12 monthsbest | |
| ↓ lower better | — | 0.5 Wbest |
— | 200 Wbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Connectivity(1) | ||
Wi‑Fi Support | true | false |
Video(1) | ||
HDMI ARC Support | false | true |
Build & Design(1) | ||
Overall Weight (kg) | 1.95 kg | 10.0235 kg |
Audio(2) | ||
Channel Configuration | 2.0 | 4.1 |
Supported Audio Formats | Dolby Digital 5.1, DTS Digital Surround | Dolby Digital, DTS Digital Surround, LPCM, Dolby Atmos |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers praise the Ray for its compact footprint, clear sound, and effortless Sonos integration, but criticize the absence of HDMI, Dolby Atmos, and deep bass.
Everyday users love the noticeable improvement over TV speakers and easy app setup, but complain about missing HDMI, weak bass, and lack of voice assistants.
Professional reviewers commend the S40TR for its powerful, cinematic soundstage, robust Dolby and DTS decoding, and premium build, while noting the lack of Wi-Fi and voice-assistant features as a shortfall for a 2024-era sound system.
Everyday users praise the immersive surround experience, deep bass and dialogue clarity, but report Bluetooth lag, a dated ThinQ app and the need to power rear speakers with AC cords.
“Much better than my TV speakers”
“Easy setup with the Sonos app”
“Clear dialogue - I don't have to turn up the volume anymore”
