SVS Prime Wireless Pro SoundBase vs Yamaha WXA-50 Detailed Comparison

SVS Prime Wireless Pro SoundBase vs Yamaha WXA-50

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SVS Prime SoundBase

Integrated Amplifier | 75 watts RMS into 8-ohms

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Yamaha WXA-50

Integrated Amplifier | 55 watts RMS into 8-ohms

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SVS Prime SoundBase vs Yamaha WXA-50 Integrated Amplifier Comparison

In this review, we will be comparing Prime Wireless Pro SoundBase and WXA-50, two Integrated Amplifiers from SVS and Yamaha. Let's have a brief look at the main features of SVS Prime SoundBase and Yamaha WXA-50 first before getting into our more detailed comparison.

SVS Prime SoundBase Key Specs

75 watts RMS into 8-ohms

Built-in DAC

USB Input

Bluetooth v5.0

Weight: 4.60 lbs / 2.10 kg

Dimensions (H x W x D):3.23inch x 9.10inch x 8.81inch

Yamaha WXA-50 Key Specs

55 watts RMS into 8-ohms

Built-in DAC

Wifi 2.4 GHz

USB Input

Bluetooth

Weight: 4.28 lbs / 1.95 kg

Dimensions (H x W x D):2.0625inch x 8.4375inch x 10.5inch

What size room are the SVS Prime SoundBase and Yamaha WXA-50 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	SVS Prime SoundBase	Yamaha WXA-50
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 SVS Prime SoundBase and Yamaha WXA-50 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 SVS Prime Wireless Pro SoundBase over Yamaha WXA-50

Watts into 8-ohms	75 watts vs 55 watts	Delivers higher power into 8-ohms speakers
Watts into 4-ohms	150 watts vs 105 watts	Delivers higher power into 4-ohms speakers
Total Analog Inputs	2 vs 1	More options for connecting Analog sources
Headphone Output	3.5mm vs No	Connect your headphone to the amplifier
Apple AirPlay	Yes vs No	Compatible with Apple Devices with AirPlay
Apple AirPlay 2	Yes vs No	Compatible with Apple Devices with AirPlay 2
DTS Play-Fi	Yes vs No	Compatible with the DTS Play-Fi ecosystem
Built-in Chromecast	Yes vs No	Compatible with Chromecast Streaming
Built-in Chromecast	Yes vs No	Compatible with Chromecast Streaming
Base Surface Area	513.0cm²/ 79.5inch² vs 571.0cm²/ 88.5inch²	takes less space in your room

Reasons to choose Yamaha WXA-50 over SVS Prime Wireless Pro SoundBase

MSRP Price(*)	599USD vs 699USD	costs less (*prices may change depending on the seller, location and time)
Signal to Noise Ratio	110 dB vs 90 dB	Higher ratings results in cleaner sound
Height	52mm vs 82mm	Easier to fit in smaller spaces
Vertical use	Yes vs No	Takes less space when placed vertically

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 SVS Prime SoundBase and Yamaha WXA-50 differs from each other.

SVS Prime SoundBase Inputs

Total Number of Analog Inputs: 2
1 Optical Digital Input
USB Input:
- USB-A(power and service only)
Ethernet Port

Yamaha WXA-50 Inputs

Total Number of Analog Inputs: 1
1 Optical Digital Input
USB Input:
- USB-A(connecting a thumb drive or portable music player)
Ethernet Port

SVS Prime SoundBase Back View (Click the image for the larger version)

Outputs

Stereo RCA, Sub out Preamp Outputs
3.5mm Headphone Output
Subwoofer Output

Outputs

Stereo RCA,Mono-RCA(Sub) Preamp Outputs
Subwoofer Output

Yamaha WXA-50 Back View (Click the image for the larger version)

What's in the Box of Yamaha WXA-50?

Here are the items that come with the WXA-50:

Wireless streaming amplifier

59-inch AC power cord

WiFi/Bluetooth antenna

Remote control (ZU09200)

CR2025 3V battery (installed in remote)

2 Stands

6 Non-skid pads

Basic Owners Manual

Warranty Card

Online Product Registration Card

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