Sony HT-S40R 5.1ch Soundbar (600 W)

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Sony HT-S40R 5.1ch Soundbar (600 W) review

Researched 13 Nov 2026 · Updated 13 Nov 2026

Verdict: The most powerful system here: real 5.1 surround with 600 W, a subwoofer and wireless rear speakers, with Dolby Audio.
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8.6SahiRating score
Excellent

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How well it suits each real-life use, from our research.

  • Filling a living room10.0
  • Movie surround effect9.5
  • Bass7.0

What we like

  • Output power: 600 W
  • Channels: 5.1

What we don't

  • Warranty: 1 year

Specs & findings

Sound

ItemValueScore
Output powerBrand listing600W10.0
ChannelsBrand listing5.19.5
SubwooferBrand listingIncluded (wired)7.0

Ownership

ItemValueScore
WarrantyBrand listing1 year6.0

Our research

Scores are calculated from manufacturer-published specifications using the formula on our How We Rate page. We have not lab-tested this product. Watt figures are brand claims and do not measure sound quality.

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