OXS
OXS S5
The OXS S5 lands as a solid mid-range soundbar, built around 3.1.
61/100
3.1
£250best price at Amazon
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Why we rate it
- Dolby Atmos
- HDMI eARC
- No dts:x
- No subwoofer included
Score profile
Scored against the soundbars classWhere the OXS S5 wins and loses
Full specification
Grouped · supported features marked in blueSpecifications
Channels and drivers
Channels3.1
Audio formats
Dolby AtmosYes
Ports and inputs
HDMI eARCYes
Head to head
Highlighted cell = better in that rowOXS S5 vs Samsung Samsung HW-Q990C
OXS S5Samsung HW-Q990C
| OXSOXS S5This page | SamsungSamsung HW-Q990C | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 61 /100 | 61 /100 |
| Channels | 3.1 | 11.1 |
Who it's for
Is the OXS S5 right for you?
Buy it if
Buyers on a budget
Anyone who needs a dependable soundbar for the essentials without overspending.
Skip it if
Skip it if
You need dts:x, 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.
excellent
Common questions
Before you buy
Is the OXS S5 worth it?
It depends on what you need. It scores 61/100 against other soundbars, a solid mid-range result where the class average is around 67.
What stands out on the OXS S5?
Its dolby atmos stands out, a genuinely useful feature if your setup calls for it.
How does it compare to the OXS Thunder Pro+ Gaming Soundbar?
The OXS Thunder Pro+ Gaming Soundbar scores 62/100 versus this one at 61/100, so it is the step up on the spec sheet.
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