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LG US70TR 5.1.1 Soundbar

A strong pick in the soundbars line-up, with 5.1.1 up front.

74/100
Very good
Overall score · how we rate
5.1.15.0
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Why we rate it

  • Dolby Atmos
  • DTS:X
  • Subwoofer included
  • Below-average up-firing drivers
Score profile

Where the LG US70TR 5.1.1 Soundbar wins and loses

Scored against the soundbars class
ChannelsAudioSubwooferRearPortsFeatures429090909090
Channels and drivers
42
Audio formats
90
Subwoofer
90
Rear speakers
90
Ports and inputs
90
Features
90
Full specification

Specifications

Grouped · supported features marked in blue

Channels and drivers

Channels5.1
Up-firing drivers1

Audio formats

Dolby AtmosYes
DTS:XYes

Subwoofer

Subwoofer includedYes
Wireless subwooferYes

Rear speakers

Rear speakers includedYes

Ports and inputs

HDMI eARCYes
Bluetooth5

Features

App controlYes

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Head to head

LG US70TR 5.1.1 Soundbar vs Klipsch Klipsch Flexus Core 300 5.1.2

Highlighted cell = better in that row
ChannelsAudioSubwooferRearPortsFeatures
LG US70TR 5.1.1 SoundbarKlipsch Flexus Core 300 5.1.2
 LGLG US70TR 5.1.1 SoundbarThis pageKlipschKlipsch Flexus Core 300 5.1.2
Overall score74 /10074 /100
Channels5.15.1
Up firing drivers12Better
Who it's for

Is the LG US70TR 5.1.1 Soundbar right for you?

Buy it if
Made for keen listeners

Listeners who care how it sounds who want a soundbar that delivers without fuss, and this one fits.

Skip it if
Skip it if

You need reference-grade sound and features, in which case a higher-tier soundbar is the better call.

Critical listener
Cares about detail, tuning and codec support.
good
Everyday listener
Music, calls and commuting, wants a safe all-rounder.
good
Value seeker
Wants the most sound for the least outlay.
good
Common questions

Before you buy

Is the LG US70TR 5.1.1 Soundbar worth it?

For most buyers, yes. It scores 74/100 against other soundbars, a strong result where the class average is around 67.

What stands out on the LG US70TR 5.1.1 Soundbar?

Its dolby atmos stands out, a genuinely useful feature if your setup calls for it.

How does it compare to the Hisense AX5125H Soundbar?

The Hisense AX5125H Soundbar scores 75/100 versus this one at 74/100, so it is the step up on the spec sheet.