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Skywave X60 7.1.4

The Skywave X60 7.1.4 lands as a strong soundbar, built around 7.1.

77/100
Very good
Overall score · how we rate
7.1840 W
£579best price at Amazon
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Why we rate it

  • Dolby Atmos
  • DTS:X
  • Subwoofer included
  • Above-average total power
  • No rear speakers included
  • Below-average sub size
Score profile

Where the Skywave X60 7.1.4 wins and loses

Scored against the soundbars class
ChannelsAudioSubwooferPortsFeatures9191789191
Channels and drivers
91
Audio formats
91
Subwoofer
78
Ports and inputs
91
Features
91
Full specification

Specifications

Grouped · supported features marked in blue

Channels and drivers

Channels7.1
Total power840 W

Audio formats

Dolby AtmosYes
DTS:XYes

Subwoofer

Subwoofer includedYes
Wireless subwooferYes
Sub size8 "

Ports and inputs

HDMI eARCYes

Features

App controlYes

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Head to head

Skywave X60 7.1.4 vs Samsung Samsung Q990D

Highlighted cell = better in that row
ChannelsAudioSubwooferPortsFeatures
Skywave X60 7.1.4Samsung Q990D
 ULTIMEASkywave X60 7.1.4This pageSamsungSamsung Q990D
Overall score77 /10077 /100
Channels7.111.1
Max power840 WBetter656 W
Who it's for

Is the Skywave X60 7.1.4 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 rear speakers included, in which case a higher-tier soundbar is the better call.

Critical listener
Cares about detail, tuning and codec support.
excellent
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 Skywave X60 7.1.4 worth it?

For most buyers, yes. It scores 77/100 against other soundbars, a strong result where the class average is around 67.

What stands out on the Skywave X60 7.1.4?

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

How does it compare to the LG S70TR Soundbar?

The LG S70TR Soundbar scores 78/100 versus this one at 77/100, so it is the step up on the spec sheet.