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Parasound Halo HINT 6 vs Cambridge Audio Evo 150
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Parasound Halo HINT 6

Integrated Amplifier | 160 watts RMS into 8-ohms

Parasound Halo HINT 6
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Cambridge Audio Evo 150

Integrated Amplifier | 150 watts RMS into 8-ohms

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Parasound Halo HINT 6 vs Cambridge Audio Evo 150 Integrated Amplifier Comparison

In this review, we will be comparing two different type of speakers . Parasound Halo HINT 6 is a Integrated Amplifier with built-in DAC speaker whereas the Evo 150 is a Streaming Integrated Amplifier speaker.

Let's have a brief look at the main features of Parasound Halo HINT 6 and Cambridge Audio Evo 150 first before getting into our more detailed comparison.

Parasound Halo HINT 6 Key Specs

  • 160 watts RMS into 8-ohms
  • Built-in DAC
  • Phono Input
  • USB Input
  • Weight: 33.00 lbs / 15.00 kg
  • Dimensions (H x W x D):5-7/8inch x 17-1/4inch x 17-1/4inch

Cambridge Audio Evo 150 Key Specs

  • 150 watts RMS into 8-ohms
  • Built-in DAC
  • Phono Input
  • USB Input
  • HDMI Input (ARC)
  • Bluetooth v4.2
  • Weight: 11.68 lbs / 5.31 kg
  • Dimensions (H x W x D):3-1/2inch x 12-9/16inch x 14-5/8inch

What size room are the Parasound Halo HINT 6 and Cambridge Audio Evo 150 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 Parasound Halo HINT 6 Cambridge Audio Evo 150
Near-field Are you nuts? Are you nuts?
Small Room Bad Bad
Mid-size Room Poor Poor
Large Room Good Good
Very Large Room Good Good

In the following sections, we will get into more detail in order to understand how Parasound Halo HINT 6 and Cambridge Audio Evo 150 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 Parasound Halo HINT 6 over Cambridge Audio Evo 150
MSRP Price(*) 3,199USD vs 3,249USD costs less (*prices may change depending on the seller, location and time)
Watts into 8-ohms 160 watts vs 150 watts Delivers higher power into 8-ohms speakers
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) 0.05% vs Not given Less Harmonic Distortion
Total Analog Inputs 8 vs 2 More options for connecting Analog sources

Reasons to choose Cambridge Audio Evo 150 over Parasound Halo HINT 6
App-Based Control Yes vs None Control the amplifier via an app
Watts into 4-ohms 250 watts vs 240 watts Delivers higher power into 4-ohms speakers
Bluetooth Yes vs No Stream music via Bluetooth devices
Wi-Fi Yes vs No High quality streaming over WiFi
Apple AirPlay Yes vs No Compatible with Apple Devices with AirPlay
Apple AirPlay 2 Yes vs No Compatible with Apple Devices with AirPlay 2
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 1190.4cm2/ 184.5inch2 vs 1927.2cm2/ 298.7inch2 takes less space in your room
Height 89mm vs 150mm 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 Parasound Halo HINT 6 and Cambridge Audio Evo 150 differs from each other.

Parasound Halo HINT 6 Inputs
  • Total Number of Analog Inputs: 8
  • Phono Input
  • 2 Optical Digital Input
  • 1 Coaxial Digital Input
  • USB Input:
    • USB-B(Connect to your computer for playback)
  • XLR Input Port
Cambridge Audio Evo 150 Inputs
  • Total Number of Analog Inputs: 2
  • Phono Input
  • 2 Optical Digital Input
  • 1 Coaxial Digital Input
  • USB Input:
    • USB-B(connect to your Windows PC or Mac computer for playback)
    • USB-A(music playback from a USB flash memory device or portable hard drive)
  • HDMI ARC
  • Ethernet Port
  • XLR Input Port
Parasound Halo HINT 6 Back View
Parasound Halo HINT 6 Back View (Click the image for the larger version)

Outputs
  • Stereo RCA, XLR Preamp Outputs
  • 3.5mm Headphone Output
  • Subwoofer Output
Outputs
  • Stereo RCA, Sub Preamp Outputs
  • 3.5mm Headphone Output
  • Subwoofer Output
Cambridge Audio Evo 150 Back View
Cambridge Audio Evo 150 Back View (Click the image for the larger version)

What's in the Box of Parasound Halo HINT 6?

Here are the items that are included inside the box of Halo HINT 6:
  • Integrated amplifier
  • 6-feet AC power Cord
  • Remote control (RM5A)
  • 2 AA batteries
  • 39-inch USB-A to USB-B cable
  • 6-feet Mono-minijack cable
  • Owners Guide
  • What's in the Box of Cambridge Audio Evo 150?

    Here are the items that come with the Evo 150:
  • Integrated amplifier
  • 6-feet AC power cord
  • Remote control (EVO)
  • 2 AAA batteries
  • 4 Side-panels (2 pre-installed)
  • Quick Setup Guide
  • Important Safety Instructions
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