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LG S80QY vs Polk Audio Signa S2
Product A: LG
68 of 98 known
Product B: Polk Audio
53 of 98 known
Change Polk Audio Signa S2
58 of 90 fields differ
- 28 different values
- 30 known for one only
- 13 the same
- 19 missing for both
Biggest differences
Each bar uses the scale of all 69 soundbars.
- Standby powerLower is betterA: 0.5WB: 0.3WPolk Audio is 0.2 W lower.
Weight
0 to 30,000 g
Soundbar weight
A4,500g
B1,800g
Package weight
A18,688g
B9,072g
All 98 fields
Every value links to where we found it.


Audio system
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System channel configuration
Physical drivers in the package
93Maker product pagelg.com/my/speakers/soundbars/s80qyRead 13 October 2026Number of Speakers 9 EA. That is 8 in the bar plus the subwoofer woofer. TechRadar also states nine total speakers.7Reviewtechradar.com/opinion/i-tested-lgs-dolby-atmos-soundbar-with-this-unique-feature-and-its-a-game-changerRead 13 October 2026Nine total speakers, with 480 W for the bar and subwoofer and 220 W for the subwoofer alone. The third up-firing driver is used for dialogue.
Physical drivers in the bar
Up-firing drivers in the package
Driver layout
ALG S80QY
| Component | Driver type | Count | Diameter (mm) | Orientation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Soundbar | Woofer, 52 x 99 mm | 2 | Not available | Front, left and right |
| Soundbar | Silk dome tweeter | 2 | 20 | Front, left and right |
| Soundbar | Woofer | 1 | 63.5 | Front, center |
| Soundbar | Woofer | 2 | 63.5 | Up-firing, left and right |
| Soundbar | Silk dome tweeter | 1 | 20 | Up-firing, center |
| Subwoofer | Woofer | 1 | 203.2 | Not available |
BPolk Audio Signa S2
| Component | Driver type | Count | Diameter (mm) | Orientation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Soundbar | Full-range oval driver, 32 × 112 mm | 2 | Not available | Front array |
| Soundbar | Tweeter | 2 | 25 | Not available |
| Subwoofer | Woofer | 1 | 133.35 | Not available |
Separate subwoofer included
Included subwoofer connection
Included subwoofer driver diameter
Rear speakers included
Included rear speaker connection
Not available
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Detachable rear speakers
Compatible optional subwoofers
Not available
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Compatible optional rear speakers
Not available
Total RMS audio output power
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Total peak audio output power
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Published frequency response lower limit
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Published frequency response upper limit
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Audio formats
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Dolby Atmos
DTS:X
Supported audio formats
LPCM, Dolby Atmos, Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby Digital, DTS Digital Surround, DTS-HD Master Audio, DTS-HD High Resolution Audio, DTS:X1Maker spec sheet (PDF)files.bbystatic.com/aoCFgcpOsUMA0NF68A9Ilg%3D%3D/Specification%2BSheetRead 13 October 2026
Audio formats by connection
ALG S80QY
Not availableBPolk Audio Signa S2
| Connection | Format | Max input channels |
|---|---|---|
| HDMI ARC | Dolby Digital | 6 |
| Optical | Dolby Digital | 6 |
Music file formats
FLAC, OGG, WAV, MP3, AAC1Maker spec sheet (PDF)files.bbystatic.com/aoCFgcpOsUMA0NF68A9Ilg%3D%3D/Specification%2BSheetRead 13 October 2026FLAC, OGG, WAV, MP3 and AAC are listed for both C4A and USB playback.
Not available
Max wired audio sample rate
Not available
Not available
Max music file sample rate
Not available
Max wired audio bit depth
Not available
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Max music file bit depth
Not available
Connectivity
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Ports on the bar
ALG S80QY
| Connector | Count | Role |
|---|---|---|
| HDMI | 1 | Audio and video input |
| HDMI | 1 | TV video output and eARC or ARC audio return |
| Optical | 1 | Digital audio input |
| USB-A | 1 | USB host for audio file playback |
BPolk Audio Signa S2
| Connector | Count | Role |
|---|---|---|
| HDMI | 1 | TV connection with ARC |
| Optical | 1 | Digital audio input |
| 3.5 mm audio | 1 | Analog AUX audio input |
| AC power | 1 | Soundbar power input |
HDMI ARC
HDMI eARC
HDMI-CEC
HDMI video passthrough
Video passthrough modes
Not available
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HDR passthrough formats
Not available
VRR passthrough
Not available
ALLM passthrough
Not available
HDCP version
Bluetooth audio input
Bluetooth version
Not available
Bluetooth audio codecs
Not available
Wi-Fi
Not available
Wi-Fi standard
Not available
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Wi-Fi bands
2.4 GHz, 5 GHz1Maker spec sheet (PDF)files.bbystatic.com/aoCFgcpOsUMA0NF68A9Ilg%3D%3D/Specification%2BSheetRead 13 October 20263Maker product pagelg.com/my/speakers/soundbars/s80qyRead 13 October 2026Wi-Fi (2.4G / 5G): Yes.
Not available
Built-in Ethernet speed
Not available
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Streaming and control
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Streaming protocols
AirPlay 2, Google Cast, Spotify Connect, Tidal Connect1Maker spec sheet (PDF)files.bbystatic.com/aoCFgcpOsUMA0NF68A9Ilg%3D%3D/Specification%2BSheetRead 13 October 2026Chromecast, Apple AirPlay 2, Spotify Connect and Tidal supported. Group Play Mode is listed as Yes (Chromecast).
Not available
Voice assistants
Not available
Built-in microphone
Not available
Microphone mute control
Not available
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Companion apps
Not available
Companion app platforms
Not available
Multiroom audio
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Sound processing
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Sound modes
AI Sound Pro, Standard, Music, Cinema, Clear Voice, Bass Blast, Bass Blast +, Sports, Game1Maker spec sheet (PDF)files.bbystatic.com/aoCFgcpOsUMA0NF68A9Ilg%3D%3D/Specification%2BSheetRead 13 October 2026
Automatic room calibration
Not available
Room calibration system
AI Room Calibration Pro2Maker product pagelg.com/uk/speakers/soundbars/s80qyRead 13 October 2026AI Room Calibration Pro (App): Yes.
Not available
Dialogue enhancement
Night mode
Equalizer controls
TV speaker integration
Not available
Power
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Published operating power
Published standby power
Published networked standby power
Power supply
Not available
Sound bar: AC 100 to 230 V, 50/60 Hz. The wireless subwoofer has its own power cord, AC 100 to 230 V, 50/60 Hz.3Owner's manualpolkaudio.com/on/demandware.static/-/Library-Sites-polk_northamerica_shared/default/dwfc4e9ad6/downloads/signa-s2-quickstartguide-en.pdfRead 16 October 2026Specifications: sound bar AC 100 to 230 V, 50/60 Hz and subwoofer AC 100 to 230 V, 50/60 Hz.
Detachable rear battery life
Not available
Not available
Detachable rear charge time
Not available
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Measured
None of 8 known
Low-frequency extension (measured)
Not available
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High-frequency extension (measured)
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Max sound pressure (measured)
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Frequency response deviation (measured)
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Measured latency
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Operating power (measured)
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Standby power (measured)
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Soundbar weight (measured)
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Dimensions and weight
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Soundbar dimensions
Width1,000Height63Depth135mm(39.4 × 2.5 × 5.3 in)1Maker spec sheet (PDF)files.bbystatic.com/aoCFgcpOsUMA0NF68A9Ilg%3D%3D/Specification%2BSheetRead 13 October 2026Soundbar W x H x D 39.4 x 2.5 x 5.3 in on the US sheet. The LG UK and Malaysia pages give 1000 x 63 x 135 mm, with feet.
Width900Height55Depth84mm(35.4 × 2.2 × 3.3 in)2Maker spec sheet (PDF)polkaudio.com/on/demandware.static/-/Library-Sites-polk_northamerica_shared/default/dw53444bb5/downloads/signa-s2-infosheet-en.pdfRead 16 October 2026Infosheet gives the bar as W x H x D 90 x 5.5 x 8.4 cm. The product page gives 899.9 x 54.6 x 81.8 mm (35.43 x 2.15 x 3.22 in). The infosheet is used.
Soundbar weight
Component dimensions and weight
ALG S80QY
| Component | Width (mm) | Height (mm) | Depth (mm) | Weight (g) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Subwoofer (SPQ8-W) | 201.7 | 407 | 403 | 10,000 |
BPolk Audio Signa S2
| Component | Width (mm) | Height (mm) | Depth (mm) | Weight (g) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Subwoofer | 171 | 341 | 312 | 5,200 |
Package dimensions
Width1,107.44Height551.18Depth256.54mm(43.6 × 21.7 × 10.1 in)1Maker spec sheet (PDF)files.bbystatic.com/aoCFgcpOsUMA0NF68A9Ilg%3D%3D/Specification%2BSheetRead 13 October 2026Carton size W x H x D 43.6 x 21.7 x 10.1 in, converted exactly. The LG Malaysia page gives 1108 x 551 x 257 mm.
Width975.4Height241.3Depth482.6mm(38.4 × 9.5 × 19 in)7Retailer pagegreentoe.com/product/Polk_Audio_Polk_Audio_Signa_S2_2-1-Channel_Soundbar_System_AM6214-ARead 16 October 2026Box dimensions (LxWxH) 38.4 x 19 x 9.5 in, mapped to width, depth and height in that order. Inches converted exactly and rounded to 0.1 mm.
Package weight
Wall mountable
Yes1Maker product pagepolkaudio.com/en-us/product/sound-bars/signa-s2/112625.htmlRead 16 October 2026Specifications table lists mounting type keyhole hanger.2Maker spec sheet (PDF)polkaudio.com/on/demandware.static/-/Library-Sites-polk_northamerica_shared/default/dw53444bb5/downloads/signa-s2-infosheet-en.pdfRead 16 October 2026Infosheet: wall mountable yes.
In the box
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In the box
S80QY soundbar, SPQ8-W wireless subwoofer, Remote control, Two AA batteries, Wall mount bracket, HDMI cable, Warranty card1Maker spec sheet (PDF)files.bbystatic.com/aoCFgcpOsUMA0NF68A9Ilg%3D%3D/Specification%2BSheetRead 13 October 2026
Sound bar, Subwoofer, Remote control, AAA battery, 5 ft (1.5 m) HDMI cable, 5 ft (1.5 m) optical cable, Sound bar power cord, Subwoofer power cord, Spacers, Quick start guide1Maker product pagepolkaudio.com/en-us/product/sound-bars/signa-s2/112625.htmlRead 16 October 2026Specifications table: 2 pieces, 1 sound bar and 1 subwoofer, with a 5 ft HDMI cable, a 5 ft optical cable, a quick start guide and an IR remote control. The quick start guide adds the AAA remote battery, both power cords and spacers.
Wall mount hardware included
Not available
HDMI cable included
Optical cable included
General
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Series
Not available
Model numbers
GTIN / EAN
Announced
Status
Predecessor
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Successor
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Launch price (US)
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Launch price (EU)
Not available
Markets
US, EU1Maker product pagepolkaudio.com/en-us/product/sound-bars/signa-s2/112625.htmlRead 16 October 2026US page lists the US SKU. The EU market comes from the German launch report.4Press articleareadvd.de/news/polk-audio-praesentiert-neue-tv-soundbar-signa-s2Read 16 October 2026German launch report names the German market.
Links
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Product page
Spec sheet
files.bbystatic.com/aoCFgcpOsUMA0NF68A9Ilg%3D%3D/Specification%2BSheet1Maker spec sheet (PDF)files.bbystatic.com/aoCFgcpOsUMA0NF68A9Ilg%3D%3D/Specification%2BSheetRead 13 October 2026LG USA two-page spec sheet for the S80QY, copyright 2022, hosted on the Best Buy file server.
www.polkaudio.com/on/demandware.static/-/Library-Sites-polk_northamerica_shared/default/dw53444bb5/downloads/signa-s2-infosheet-en.pdf2Maker spec sheet (PDF)polkaudio.com/on/demandware.static/-/Library-Sites-polk_northamerica_shared/default/dw53444bb5/downloads/signa-s2-infosheet-en.pdfRead 16 October 2026
Manual
Not available
www.polkaudio.com/on/demandware.static/-/Library-Sites-polk_northamerica_shared/default/dwfc4e9ad6/downloads/signa-s2-quickstartguide-en.pdf3Owner's manualpolkaudio.com/on/demandware.static/-/Library-Sites-polk_northamerica_shared/default/dwfc4e9ad6/downloads/signa-s2-quickstartguide-en.pdfRead 16 October 2026The quick start guide is the only guide on the maker site. It says the complete owner's manual is online, but the page links no such file.
EPREL registration number
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Warranty
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Manufacturer warranty (source market)
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