Sony
Sony HT-S40R
The Sony HT-S40R lands as a solid mid-range soundbar, built around 5.1.
59/100
5.1600 W4.2
£249best price at Amazon
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Why we rate it
- Subwoofer included
- Wireless subwoofer
- Optical in
- Above-average total power
- No dolby atmos
- No dts:x
Score profile
Scored against the soundbars classWhere the Sony HT-S40R wins and loses
Full specification
Grouped · supported features marked in blueSpecifications
Channels and drivers
Channels5.1
Total power600 W
Subwoofer
Subwoofer includedYes
Wireless subwooferYes
Ports and inputs
HDMI in1
Optical inYes
Bluetooth4.2
Head to head
Highlighted cell = better in that rowSony HT-S40R vs Denon Denon DHT-S216 Soundbar
Sony HT-S40RDenon DHT-S216 Soundbar
| SonySony HT-S40RThis page | DenonDenon DHT-S216 Soundbar | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 59 /100 | 60 /100Better |
| Channels | 5.1 | Not specified |
| Max power | 600 W | — |
Who it's for
Is the Sony HT-S40R 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 dolby atmos, 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 Sony HT-S40R worth it?
It depends on what you need. It scores 59/100 against other soundbars, a solid mid-range result where the class average is around 67.
What stands out on the Sony HT-S40R?
Its subwoofer included stands out, a genuinely useful feature if your setup calls for it.
How does it compare to the Denon DHT-S216 Soundbar?
The Denon DHT-S216 Soundbar scores 60/100 versus this one at 59/100, so it is the step up on the spec sheet.
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