In this review, we will be comparing BP-9020 and BP-9080X, two Passive Floor-standing speakers by Definitive Technology Let's have a brief look at the main features
of Definitive BP-9020 and Definitive BP-9080X first before getting into our more
detailed comparison.
BP-9020 and BP-9080X are members of Definitive Technology's BP series of speakers. Below you can find the loudspeakers from this series.
Definitive Technology BP Series History
What size room are the Definitive BP-9020 and Definitive BP-9080X speakers good for?
The size of the room in which you are planning to use these loudspeakers is an important decision factor. Here we have compared their suitability to various sizes of environments considering their size and max power parameters:
In the following sections, we will get into more detail in order to better understand how the Definitive BP-9020 and Definitive BP-9080X compare and hopefully end up with enough arguments to decide which one of these loudspeakers is the better choice for you.
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Drivers
Both BP-9020 and BP-9080X are 3-way speakers.
| Driver |
Definitive BP-9020 |
Definitive BP-9080X |
|
Driver Setup
|
3-way
|
3-way
|
|
Tweeter
|
1-inch
|
1-inch
|
|
Midrange
|
3 x 3.5-inch |
4 x 5.25-inch |
|
Woofer
|
1 x 8-inch
|
1 x 12-inch
|
BP-9020 features a 1" annealed aluminum dome Tweeter , a 3.5" Midrange and 1 x 8" Polypropelene Woofer . On the other hand, the BP-9080X features a 1" annealed aluminum dome Tweeter , a 5.25" Midrange and 1 x 12" Polypropelene Woofer .
Frequency Response
BP-9020 has a frequency range of 28-40k Hz whereas BP-9080X has a frequency range of 16-40k Hz. With a minimum frequency of 16Hz, the BP-9080X can go significantly deeper on the low side and provide stronger bass compared to the BP-9020's min frequency of 28Hz.
Below graphs depict how these two speakers compare with the max, min and average values of the Min and Max Frequencies of other speakers in the Floor-standing class in our database.
Low Frequency
Floor-standing Speakers
High Frequency
Floor-standing Speakers
Impedance and Sensitivity
BP-9020 and BP-9080X have the same Impedance of 8 ohms and their sensitivity is also same at 92 dB.
Sensitivity
Floor-standing Speakers
Power Range
Power
range is the range of input power in watts RMS that a loudspeaker is designed to handle. While using an amplifier within this range ensures the nominal performance , inputting a power that is higher than the max wattage can result in a damaged speaker.
BP-9020 can handle a max power of 300 watts RMS from the amp the whereas BP-9020 has a max power handling value of 200 watts RMS , 100 watts less than the BP-9080X.
Keep in mind that a higher max power handling value doesn't necessarily make that a louder speaker
compared to a lower max handling speaker. Loudness or the sound level is also impacted by parameters
such as Impedance, sensitivity and system efficiencies.
Input Type and Bi-Amping / Bi-Wiring
BP-9020 features 5-Way post, RCA type posts and BP-9080X has a 5-Way post, RCA type posts. None of these speakers feature bi-amping/bi-wiring.
Definitive BP-9080X's 5-Way post, RCA terminals
Physical Specs
Size of a speaker can sometimes become an important decision factor due to space constraints or in some cases purely for esthetic reasons. In this section, we are going to compare Definitive BP-9020's and Definitive BP-9080X's external dimensions. Definitive BP-9020 has external dimensions of 904.0 x 281.0 x 351.0mm ( 35-9/16 x 11-1/16 x 13-13/16inch) whereas Definitive BP-9080X has external dimensions of 1309.0 x 318.0 x 410.0mm ( 51-1/2 x 12-1/2 x 16-1/8inch) .
Definitive BP-9080X is clearly the larger of the two speakers. Its body is 37mm wider, 405mm taller and 59mm deeper than Definitive BP-9020.
Base Surface Area Comparison
Base surface area of a loudspeaker may become a determining factor when the space in your room or desk is limited.
The base surface area of the Definitive BP-9020 is approximately 986.3cm2 / 152.9inch2 and base area of the Definitive BP-9080X is approximately 1303.8cm2 / 202.1inch2. The BP-9020 requires 24% less surface area than the BP-9080X which gives it a small advantage on placement in tight spaces.
Weight Comparison The weight of a loudspeaker can become an important factor if you need to move and reposition the unit often. Weight of a speaker can also "sometimes" be an indicator of the rigidity of the enclosure and the quality of the internal components used. The Definitive BP-9020 weighs 13.64kg / 30lbs and the Definitive BP-9080X weighs 28.18kg / 62lbs. This makes the BP-9080X 107% heavier than the BP-9020.
Here is a comparison of how BP-9020 and BP-9080X's weights compare with the average, max and min weights in Passive Floor-standing class.
Weight
All Floor-standing Speakers
What's in the Box of Definitive BP-9020?
Here are the items that are included inside the box of BP-9020:
Tower loudspeaker6.5-feet AC power cordTop-plate (installed)Stabilizer base4 Floor guides4 Carpet spikes4 Screws4 NutsOwners ManualWhat Obsession Sounds Like card
What's in the Box of Definitive BP-9080X?
Here are the items that come with the BP-9080X:
Tower loudspeaker6.5-feet AC power cordTop-grille (installed)Stabilizer base4 Floor guides4 Carpet spikes4 Screws4 NutsOwners ManualWhat Obsession Sounds Like card
 Height |
904mm
vs
1309mm
|
Easier to fit in smaller spaces |
 Base Surface Area |
986cm2 (281x351mm)
vs
1303cm2 (318x410mm)
|
Takes less floor space |
 Price per pair* |
1498USD
vs
3998USD
|
costs less (*prices may change depending on the seller, location and time) |
 Max Input Power |
300 watts
vs
200 watts
|
Handle more power from your amplifier |
 Woofer Size |
12 inches
vs
8 inches
|
Larger woofer |
| Low Frequency Response |
16 Hz
vs
28 Hz
|
Generates deeper bass |
 Passive Radiator |
2 x 12-inch
vs
None
|
Increases the bass performance |
 Dolby Atmos Drivers |
Built-in 1 x 5-1/4
vs
Optional
|
Dolby Atmos Ready |
| General |
Definitive Technology BP-9020 |
Definitive Technology BP-9080X |
| Brand |
Definitive Technology |
Definitive Technology |
| Speaker Type |
Floor-standing speaker |
Floor-standing speaker |
| Power Range |
50-200 watts |
50-300 watts |
| Sensitivity |
92 dB |
92 dB |
| Impedance |
8 ohms |
8 ohms |
| Frequency Response |
28-40k Hz |
16-40k Hz |
Drivers |
|
|
| Woofer Quantity |
1 |
1 |
| Woofer Size |
8" |
12" |
| Woofer Composition |
Polypropelene |
Polypropelene |
| Woofer Surround Material |
Rubber |
Rubber |
| Tweeter Size |
1" |
1" |
| Tweeter Type |
dome |
dome |
| Aimable Tweeter |
No |
No |
| Midrange Driver |
3.5" |
5.25" |
Physical Specs |
|
|
| Height |
904.0mm (35.6") |
1309.0mm (51.5") |
| Width |
281.0mm (11.1") |
318.0mm (12.5") |
| Depth |
351.0mm (13.8") |
410.0mm (16.1") |
| Weight |
13.64kg (30lbs) |
28.18kg (62lbs) |
| Enclosure |
Bass Reflex |
Passive Radiator |
| Finish |
MDF/Aluminum/Cloth |
MDF/Aluminum/Cloth |
| Available Colors |
Black |
Black |
| Grille |
n/a |
Yes |
| Moisture Resistancy |
No |
No |
Connections |
|
|
| Biamp Inputs |
No |
No |
Other |
|
|
| Parts Warranty |
5 Years |
5 Years |
| Labor Warranty |
5 Years |
5 Years |