Best 2026 TVs for sound quality

#1

Built-in sound is better than expected for such a slim OLED, especially in Amplify mode. It still cannot match a dedicated soundbar for scale and low-end weight.

#2

Built-in sound is unusually strong for a TV, with impressive scale, clarity and immersion. Bass depth and ultimate refinement remain the main reasons to add external audio.

#3

Atmos and DTS-based processing are described as producing an immersive audio presentation.

#4

The built-in system delivers clear, often surprisingly capable sound. Its bass and immersion cannot fully match the exceptional screen.

#5

The subwoofer helps many listeners enjoy respectable built-in sound, while one lab found the speakers weak and not loud enough.

#6

Built-in sound often surprises with spaciousness and punch, but assessments vary on dialogue balance and deep bass.

#7

Built-in audio is fuller and more capable than typical flat-panel sound, with clear mids and enough presence for everyday viewing. Movie enthusiasts will still gain scale and impact from an...

#8

Built-in sound draws mixed assessments: balanced and clear but quiet in one evaluation, exceptionally rich in another.

#9

Built-in sound is above average in several tests, with good clarity, bass and useful volume. Other tests find it contained, shouty or not worthy of the picture, so a soundbar...

#10

Built-in sound is loud and generally pleasing for everyday viewing, although bass definition and treble detail are modest. A soundbar offers more cinematic impact.

#11

Audio is adequate or even impressive for some owners, but independent tests find tonal imbalance and limited bass. A soundbar remains useful for home theater.

#12

Built-in audio is broadly acceptable and sometimes surprisingly good for everyday TV, with clear speech and decent fullness. Bass limits, occasional muddy scenes, and several customer failures keep it from...

#13

Built-in sound opinions are split: several found clear, surprisingly capable audio, while others heard a thin, limited presentation lacking power.

#14

Built-in sound is generally clear, balanced, and better than average, with enough detail for everyday use. A soundbar remains worthwhile, especially for stronger bass and a larger presentation.

#15

The built-in speakers emphasize crisp voices and can sound fuller than expected. They still lack the deep bass and cinematic scale of an external sound system.

#16

Built-in audio divides opinion: some find it remarkably full and powerful, while others hear weak bass, thinness or uneven balance.

#17

Built-in speakers are good enough for many owners and provide clear dialogue, though thin bass and limited power disappoint others.

#18

Built-in sound is clear and sufficient for everyday TV, but thin bass and limited cinema-scale immersion make a soundbar desirable.

#19

Opinions range from surprisingly punchy to decidedly thin; dialogue is serviceable, but external audio makes movies more satisfying.

#20

The multichannel system can sound spacious and loud, but warmth, clarity and high-volume distortion are inconsistent.

#21

The speakers can sound clear and surprisingly spacious, but opinions split sharply on bass control, impact and loudness. A soundbar is preferable for serious home theater.

#22

Built-in audio divides opinion: it can sound clear and balanced for everyday television, yet lacks the punch and refinement expected beside such a large picture.

#23

Built-in audio is improved and often clearer than expected, but standard-size models still benefit greatly from a soundbar. The 77-inch tandem model can sound surprisingly loud and immersive.

#24

Built-in sound is fuller and bassier than the G5 and adequate for everyday TV, but it falls well short of the picture quality and usually deserves a soundbar.

#25

Sound quality is divisive: some find dialogue and everyday programs sufficient, while others hear very tinny speakers with too little bass.

#26

Built-in audio is adequate for everyday speech but lacks the clarity, bass and volume of a separate soundbar. One owner finds it especially satisfying.

#27

Some owners are satisfied with the sound, but detailed listening and another hands-on evaluation find thin bass and limited impact.

#28

Internal sound is serviceable for voices but underpowered for cinematic effects and large rooms. An external sound system would provide fuller bass and impact.

#29

Audio is acceptable at ordinary listening volumes, with some bass fullness. Loud playback can become unbalanced and less intelligible.

#30

Built-in sound draws mixed reactions: some owners find it plenty powerful for everyday television, while testing highlights thin bass and limited richness.

#31

Built-in sound is acceptable for everyday dialogue, but limited bass, volume and impact make a soundbar worthwhile.

#32

Sound is acceptable for standard television in some accounts, with clear mids and useful dialogue enhancement. Others hear thin, unclear audio, and weak bass limits movie immersion.

#33

Built-in sound is adequate for casual programs, but several tests find it muffled, underpowered or lacking cinematic impact. A soundbar is a worthwhile addition.

#34

The integrated speakers are acceptable to some listeners but hollow, harsh or boxy to others. A separate soundbar is the safer choice for films.

#35

Built-in audio offers intelligible dialogue and some detail, but thin bass and limited spatial reach call for a soundbar.

#36

Basic viewing is serviceable, but thin bass, limited volume and a narrow presentation leave the speakers behind the picture.

#37

Built-in sound is serviceable and dialogue-forward, but the overall tonal range is only average and may warrant a soundbar.

#38

Voices are balanced at moderate loudness, but harsh treble, light bass and compression limit standalone audio quality.

#39

TV speakers work for everyday news and shows, but limited bass and headroom blunt movies and louder listening.

#40

The small stereo speakers are serviceable for simple material but struggle with powerful effects and busy dialogue.