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Naim Uniti Atom vs Primare I35
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Naim Uniti Atom

Integrated Amplifier | 40 watts RMS into 8-ohms

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Primare I35

Integrated Amplifier | 150 watts RMS into 8-ohms

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Naim Uniti Atom vs Primare I35 Integrated Amplifier Comparison

In this review, we will be comparing two different type of speakers . Naim Uniti Atom is a Integrated Amplifier with built-in DAC speaker whereas the I35 is a Integrated Amplifier speaker.

Let's have a brief look at the main features of Naim Uniti Atom and Primare I35 first before getting into our more detailed comparison.

Naim Uniti Atom Key Specs

  • 40 watts RMS into 8-ohms
  • Built-in DAC
  • Bluetooth v3.0
  • HDMI Input (ARC)
  • Weight: 15.40 lbs / 7.00 kg
  • Dimensions (H x W x D):3-3/4inch x 9-11/16inch x 12-7/16inch

Primare I35 Key Specs

  • 150 watts RMS into 8-ohms
  • Weight: 24.20 lbs / 11.00 kg
  • Dimensions (H x W x D):4-1/4inch x 17inch x 17-15/16inch

What size room are the Naim Uniti Atom and Primare I35 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 Naim Uniti Atom Primare I35
Near-field Good Are you nuts?
Small Room Good Bad
Mid-size Room Average Poor
Large Room Poor Good
Very Large Room No way Good

In the following sections, we will get into more detail in order to understand how Naim Uniti Atom and Primare I35 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 Naim Uniti Atom over Primare I35
MSRP Price(*) 3,799USD vs 4,595USD costs less (*prices may change depending on the seller, location and time)
Full-color Display Yes vs No Displays Album and device Info
App-Based Control Yes vs None Control the amplifier via an app
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
Optical Digital Inputs 2 vs No More options for connecting Digital sources
Coaxial Digital Inputs 1 vs No More options for connecting Digital sources
Headphone Output 3.5mm vs No Connect your headphone to the amplifier
Built-in Chromecast Yes vs No Compatible with Chromecast Streaming
Roon Ready vs No Roon Compatibility
Built-in Chromecast Yes vs No Compatible with Chromecast Streaming
Base Surface Area 780.5cm2/ 121.0inch2 vs 1969.9cm2/ 305.3inch2 takes less space in your room
Height 96mm vs 108mm Easier to fit in smaller spaces

Reasons to choose Primare I35 over Naim Uniti Atom
Watts into 8-ohms 150 watts vs 40 watts Delivers higher power into 8-ohms speakers
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) 0.01% vs Not given Less Harmonic Distortion
Total Analog Inputs 5 vs 1 More options for connecting Analog sources

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 Naim Uniti Atom and Primare I35 differs from each other.

Naim Uniti Atom Inputs
  • Total Number of Analog Inputs: 1
  • 2 Optical Digital Input
  • 1 Coaxial Digital Input
  • HDMI ARC
  • Ethernet Port
Primare I35 Inputs
  • Total Number of Analog Inputs: 5
  • XLR Input Port
Naim Uniti Atom Back View
Naim Uniti Atom Back View (Click the image for the larger version)

Outputs
  • Stereo RCA Preamp Outputs
  • 3.5mm Headphone Output
Outputs
  • Stereo RCA (2) Preamp Outputs
Primare I35 Back View
Primare I35 Back View (Click the image for the larger version)

What's in the Box of Naim Uniti Atom?

Here are the items that are included inside the box of Uniti Atom:
  • Integrated network amplifier
  • 6.5-feet AC power cord
  • Remote control
  • 4 AAA batteries
  • 2 Speaker plugs
  • Cleaning cloth
  • Quick Start Guide
  • Safety Manual
  • Warranty/Registration Card
  • Naim brochure
  • Spotify brochure
  • What's in the Box of Primare I35?

    Here are the items that come with the I35:
  • 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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