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Sonos Ray — $279
Sonos

Sonos Ray

$279

80
/ 100
From $279
VS
LG SP8YA — $699
LG

LG SP8YA

$699

80
/ 100
From $699
Specdex verdict

Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.

In our weighted Specdex score, Sonos Ray lands at 80 and LG SP8YA at 80. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.

Pick Sonos Ray if…

  • ✓Dolby Atmos on most
  • ✓One-box simplicity
  • ✓eARC passthrough

Pick LG SP8YA if…

  • ✓Dolby Atmos on most
  • ✓One-box simplicity
  • ✓eARC passthrough
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Winner by scenario

Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate test

Ease of use

Tie

Compared on the ease of use sub-score

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Design

Tie

Compared on the design sub-score

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Sound

Tie

Compared on the sound sub-score

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Value for money

Sonos Ray

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

Sonos Ray more score per dollar ($279 vs $699).

Sonos Ray 80
vs
80 LG SP8YA

Score breakdown

Sonos Ray
80
sound 80
features 78
design 84
ease 86
LG SP8YA
80
sound 80
features 78
design 84
ease 86

Specs side-by-side

Sonos Ray versus LG SP8YA — full spec comparison
Spec Sonos Ray LG SP8YA

Sonos Ray

Pros
  • +Dolby Atmos on most
  • +One-box simplicity
  • +eARC passthrough
Cons
  • −Rear surrounds sold separately on some
  • −App quality varies
  • −Cabinet depth needs space

LG SP8YA

Pros
  • +Dolby Atmos on most
  • +One-box simplicity
  • +eARC passthrough
Cons
  • −Rear surrounds sold separately on some
  • −App quality varies
  • −Cabinet depth needs space

FAQ: Sonos Ray vs LG SP8YA

Which is better, Sonos Ray or LG SP8YA? +

Both score 80 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is Sonos Ray worth the price? +

At $279, Sonos Ray delivers a Specdex score of 80 — strongest in ease.

Is LG SP8YA worth the price? +

At $699, LG SP8YA delivers a Specdex score of 80 — strongest in ease.

Does Sonos Ray or LG SP8YA last longer? +

Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.

Which is the better value, Sonos Ray or LG SP8YA? +

Sonos Ray — more score per dollar ($279 vs $699). Specdex score per dollar at MSRP.