The LG GX Soundbar’s clear dialogue, Dolby Atmos support, and reliable connectivity with no technical issues make it great for casual movies and TV show binges. But the subpar surround sound, Atmos, and low bass will not appeal to enthusiasts seeking a truly immersive experience.
Released in 2020, the LG GX Soundbar is a mid-range model that delivers excellent audio clarity with a flat frequency response slope that helps with vocals and dialogues for living rooms and home theater setups.
Just like the highest-rated speakers in the market, it gets as loud as 97.5 dB to fill large spaces. Moreover, similar to the most popular soundbars in the industry, it supports both Dolby Atmos and DTS: X for a perceived expansive soundscape.
However, if you don’t care about the DTS audio codec, do take a look at our Klipsch Cinema 800 review. Its port selection includes a full-speed HDMI In, an optical audio jack, and a USB port to play audio files from a thumb drive.
The soundbar also comes with a wireless subwoofer that connects via Bluetooth, which is the only available wireless streaming option, meaning it lacks Wi-Fi, Chromecast, and Apple AirPlay support.
But if you live in an apartment and can’t use a powerful subwoofer in your setup, make sure to check out our LG Eclair QP5 review.
Consensus
our Verdict
The LG GX Soundbar has reliable connectivity with no static or odd noises from the speakers and good latency (tested at 51ms through Optical, 74ms through ARC, and 86ms through Full HDMI In) with no audio delay.
It has Dolby Atmos, the dialogues are clear, and the bass range is strong except for the low bass, so the deep rumbles aren’t impactful.
The soundstage is as wide as the bar and sounds feel like they’re coming from precise locations, but the surround sound and downmixed Atmos are poor and hamper immersion. The remote is simple but not the most convenient since it isn’t universal.
Although the system is responsive to commands and has useful EQ presets you can control with an app, there’s no room correction feature.
Reason to Buy
Reliable connection
No odd noises from the speakers
No audio lag
Clear dialogues
Precise soundstage
Dolby Atmos
Sturdy build
Useful EQ presets
Smartphone app
Reason to Avoid
Subpar low-bass
Middling surround sound and Atmos
Remote not universal
Fabric wrappings collect dust easily
No room correction feature
LG GX Soundbar Specs
Bluetooth Enabled
Yes
Depth
1.2"
Dialogue Enhancement Feature
Yes
Energy Star Certified
No
HDMI ARC
Yes
Height
5.9"
Number of Audio Channels
3.1
Subwoofer
Included
Surround Sound Supported
Dolby Atmos, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD, DTS Digital Surround, DTS-HD
Voice Assistant
No
Wall Mountable
Yes
Weight
9.3 lbs
Width
56.8"
Wireless Connectivity
Bluetooth
Wireless Subwoofer Connectivity
Yes
Works With
Bluetooth, Remote Control, Smartphone app
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Released in 2020, the LG GX Soundbar is a mid-range model that delivers excellent audio clarity with a flat frequency response slope that helps with…
Released in 2020, the LG GX Soundbar is a mid-range model that delivers excellent audio clarity with a flat frequency response slope that helps with vocals and dialogues for living rooms and home theater setups.
Just like the highest-rated speakers in the market, it gets as loud as 97.5 dB to fill large spaces. Moreover, similar to the most popular soundbars in the industry, it supports both Dolby Atmos and DTS: X for a perceived expansive soundscape.
However, if you don’t care about the DTS audio codec, do take a look at our Klipsch Cinema 800 review. Its port selection includes a full-speed HDMI In, an optical audio jack, and a USB port to play audio files from a thumb drive.
The soundbar also comes with a wireless subwoofer that connects via Bluetooth, which is the only available wireless streaming option, meaning it lacks Wi-Fi, Chromecast, and Apple AirPlay support.
But if you live in an apartment and can’t use a powerful subwoofer in your setup, make sure to check out our LG Eclair QP5 review.
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