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Audiolab 7000A vs Primare I15
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Audiolab 7000A

Integrated Amplifier | 70 watts RMS into 8-ohms

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Primare I15

Integrated Amplifier | 60 watts RMS into 8-ohms

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Audiolab 7000A vs Primare I15 Integrated Amplifier Comparison

In this review, we will be comparing two different type of speakers . Audiolab 7000A is a Integrated Amplifier with built-in DAC speaker whereas the I15 is a Integrated Amplifier speaker.

Let's have a brief look at the main features of Audiolab 7000A and Primare I15 first before getting into our more detailed comparison.

Audiolab 7000A Key Specs

  • 70 watts RMS into 8-ohms
  • Built-in DAC
  • Phono Input
  • USB Input
  • Bluetooth v5.0
  • Weight: 18.50 lbs / 8.40 kg
  • Dimensions (H x W x D):3-1/16inch x 17.5inch x 13.4inch

Primare I15 Key Specs

  • 60 watts RMS into 8-ohms
  • Weight: 14.30 lbs / 6.50 kg
  • Dimensions (H x W x D):2-7/8inch x 13-7/8inch x 15-7/16inch

What size room are the Audiolab 7000A and Primare I15 Amplifiers good for?

The size of the room in which you are planning to use these amplifiers is an important decision factor. Here we have compared their suitability to various sizes of environments considering their max power parameters:

Listening Environment Audiolab 7000A Primare I15
Near-field Poor Average
Small Room Average Good
Mid-size Room Good Average
Large Room Average Poor
Very Large Room Poor Bad

In the following sections, we will get into more detail in order to understand how Audiolab 7000A and Primare I15 compares and end up with enough arguments to decide which one of these amplifiers is the better choice for you.


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Reasons to choose Audiolab 7000A over Primare I15
MSRP Price(*) 999USD vs 1,695USD costs less (*prices may change depending on the seller, location and time)
Full-color Display Yes vs No Displays Album and device Info
Watts into 8-ohms 70 watts vs 60 watts Delivers higher power into 8-ohms speakers
Watts into 4-ohms 110 watts vs 100 watts Delivers higher power into 4-ohms speakers
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) 0.003% vs 0.02% Less Harmonic Distortion
Signal to Noise Ratio 110 dB vs 97 dB Higher ratings results in cleaner sound
Minimum Impedance 4 ohms vs N/A ohms Compatible with 4-ohms speakers
Buil-in DAC Yes vs No Connect digital sources without an external DAC
Bluetooth Yes vs No Stream music via Bluetooth devices
Wi-Fi Yes vs No High quality streaming over WiFi
PhonoInput Yes vs No Connect a turntable directly to your amp
Optical Digital Inputs 2 vs No More options for connecting Digital sources
Coaxial Digital Inputs 2 vs No More options for connecting Digital sources
USB Input Yes vs No Connect Sources via USB
Headphone Output 1/4 vs No Connect your headphone to the amplifier

Reasons to choose Primare I15 over Audiolab 7000A
Total Analog Inputs 5 vs 3 More options for connecting Analog sources
Base Surface Area 1387.3cm2/ 215.0inch2 vs 1510.0cm2/ 234.1inch2 takes less space in your room
Height 74mm vs 78mm Easier to fit in smaller spaces

Inputs and Outputs

The input and output selections that are offered is an important factor when comparing two amplifiers. Here you can find how the I/O selections of the Audiolab 7000A and Primare I15 differs from each other.

Audiolab 7000A Inputs
  • Total Number of Analog Inputs: 3
  • Phono Input
  • 2 Optical Digital Input
  • 2 Coaxial Digital Input
  • USB Input:
    • USB-A(Service Only)
    • USB-B
Primare I15 Inputs
  • Total Number of Analog Inputs: 5
Audiolab 7000A Back View
Audiolab 7000A Back View (Click the image for the larger version)

Outputs
  • Stereo RCA Preamp Outputs
  • Pre-out/Main-in Loop
  • 1/4 Headphone Output
Outputs
  • Stereo RCA Preamp Outputs
Primare I15 Back View
Primare I15 Back View (Click the image for the larger version)

What's in the Box of Primare I15?

Here are the items that come with the I15:
  • Integrated amplifier
  • 6-feet AC power cord
  • Remote control (C25)
  • 2 AAA batteries
  • Two 59-inch Mono-minijack cables
  • AC polarity pen
  • Thank You Letter
  • Safety And Warning Notification
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