Sony STRDH770
Score: 87/100
LG S40TR
Score: 87/100Rankings
The Sony STR-DH770 is a mid-tier 7.2-channel AV receiver that offers powerful amplification, full-stack 4K/HDR pass-through, and convenient Bluetooth/NFC pairing, making it a solid choice for home-theater beginners. Its lack of Wi-Fi, modern streaming protocols, and advanced room-correction features keep it from being future-proof.
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.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
145 W | 400 Wbest | |
4best | 1 | |
1best | — | |
4.2 | 5.3best | |
| ↓ lower better | 0.454 kgbest | 10.024 kg |
12 monthsbest | 12 monthsbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 0.3 Wbest | 0.5 W |
— | 200 Wbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Connectivity(1) | ||
Bluetooth Version | 4.2 | 5.3 |
Video(1) | ||
HDMI Inputs | 4 | 1 |
Build & Design(1) | ||
Overall Weight (kg) | 0.4536 kg | 10.0235 kg |
Power & Energy(1) | ||
Standby Power Consumption (W) | 0.3 W | 0.5 W |
Audio(2) | ||
Channel Configuration | 7.2 | 4.1 |
Total Power Output (W) | 145 W | 400 W |
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Professional reviewers praise the STR-DH770 for its strong 145 W per-channel output, reliable 4K HDR pass-through, and user-friendly D.C.A.C. calibration, while noting the lack of Wi-Fi, HDR10+, Dolby Vision, and advanced room-correction as drawbacks in 2026.
Everyday users appreciate the powerful sound, seamless Bluetooth/NFC pairing, effective D.C.A.C. calibration, and solid 4K video performance, but complain about missing Wi-Fi/app control, outdated remote, and occasional HDMI overheating.
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.
“Powerful sound-easily drives my floor-standing speakers.”
“Bluetooth pairing with NFC is seamless.”
“D.C.A.C. calibration made a noticeable difference in soundstage.”
