LG SPD7R vs Sony BRAVIA Theater Bar 8
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Choosing between the LG SPD7R and Sony BRAVIA Theater Bar 8? Both compete in the Soundbar segment. Here’s how they compare across the specs that matter most for your home theater.
Looking at overall performance dimensions: The LG SPD7R scores higher in value. The Sony BRAVIA Theater Bar 8 leads in form factor. They score similarly in ease of use.
These soundbars differ in only the Sony BRAVIA Theater Bar 8 includes Dolby Atmos support. Atmos support and included subwoofer can significantly impact the immersive experience.
These two Soundbar options trade wins across different dimensions. The right choice depends on which specs matter most for your room and listening preferences — review the detailed table below to decide.
Performance Overview
Scores based on specs and category benchmarks (0–100 scale)
Detailed Specifications
| Specification | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | $699.00 | N/A |
| Channel Config | — | 5.0.2 |
| Total Power (RMS) | — | 495W |
| Driver Count | — | 11 |
| Freq Response Low | — | — |
| Freq Response High | — | — |
| Passive | — | No |
| Dolby Atmos | — | Yes |
| Dolby Digital+ | — | Yes |
| Dolby TrueHD | — | Yes |
| DTS:X | — | Yes |
| DTS Virtual:X | — | No |
| DTS-HD Master | — | No |
| Built-in Sub | — | Yes |
| Wireless Sub Included | — | No |
| Wireless Sub Support | — | Yes |
| Wireless Surround Support | — | Yes |
| HDMI eARC | — | Yes |
| HDMI Inputs | — | 1 |
| HDMI Version | — | 2.1 |
| Optical Input | — | Yes |
| Analog Stereo In | — | No |
| Sub Pre-Out | — | No |
| Ethernet | — | No |
| Bluetooth | — | Yes |
| BT Version | — | 5.2 |
| Wi-Fi | — | Yes |
| Wi-Fi Standard | — | — |
| AirPlay 2 | — | Yes |
| Chromecast | — | Yes |
| Spotify Connect | — | Yes |
| Voice Assistants | — | |
| Room Calibration | — | 360 Spatial Sound Mapping |
| Dialog Enhancement | — | Yes |
| Night Mode | — | Yes |
| App Control | — | Sony Home Entertainment Connect |
| Wall Mountable | — | Yes |
Key Differences
- Channel Config: LG SPD7R at — vs Sony BRAVIA Theater Bar 8 at 5.0.2
- Total Power (RMS): LG SPD7R at — vs Sony BRAVIA Theater Bar 8 at 495W
- Driver Count: LG SPD7R at — vs Sony BRAVIA Theater Bar 8 at 11
- Passive: LG SPD7R at — vs Sony BRAVIA Theater Bar 8 at No
- Dolby Atmos: LG SPD7R at — vs Sony BRAVIA Theater Bar 8 at Yes
