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Dynaudio Evoke 10 vs Dynaudio Focus 20 XD Comparison

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Dynaudio Evoke 10

Passive Bookshelf | 47-23k Hz

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Powered Bookshelf | 39-24k Hz

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Dynaudio Evoke 10 vs Dynaudio Focus 20 XD Speaker Comparison

In this review, we will be comparing Evoke 30 and Focus 20 XD, two Bookshelf speakers by Dynaudio The main difference between these two speakers is that the Dynaudio Focus 20 XD is a Powered speaker which means that it has a built-in amplifier inside the speaker body so you don't need an external power amp or an integrated amp whereas the Dynaudio Evoke 10 is a Passive speaker so has to be matched with an amplifier to get any sound from it.

Let's have a brief look at the main features of Dynaudio Evoke 10 and Dynaudio Focus 20 XD first before getting into our more detailed comparison.

Dynaudio Evoke 10 Key Specs

  • 2-way Design
  • 1.1" Tweeter
  • 5.5" Magnesium Silicate Polymer Woofer
  • 47-23k Hz Frequency Response
  • 84 dB Sensitivity
  • Impedance: 6ohms
  • Power Range:up to 160watts
  • Weight:6.70kg
  • Dimensions (H x W x D): 315.0" x 7.1" x 10.5"( 315.0 x 180.0 x 266.0mm )

Dynaudio Focus 20 XD Key Specs

  • 2-way Design
  • 300-watt RMS Integrated Amplifier
  • 1.1" Soft-Dome Tweeter
  • 6.7" Magnesium Silicate Polymer Woofer
  • 39-24k Hz Frequency Response
  • 24-bit Max Depth / 192 kHz Max Sample Rate
  • Optional Bluetooth
  • Dimensions (H x W x D): 362.0" x 7.8125" x 12.125"( 362.0 x 198.4 x 308.0mm )

In the following sections, we will get into more detail in order to better understand how the Dynaudio Evoke 10 and Dynaudio Focus 20 XD 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 Evoke 30 and Focus 20 XD are 2-way speakers.

Driver Dynaudio Evoke 10 Dynaudio Focus 20 XD
Driver Setup 2-way 2-way
Tweeter 1.1-inch 1.1-inch
Midrange - -
Woofer 1 x 5.5-inch 1 x 6.7-inch

Evoke 30 features a 1.1" Cerotar with Hexis Tweeter and 1 x 5.5" Magnesium Silicate Polymer Woofer with a Crossover frequency at 1400Hz. On the other hand, the Focus 20 XD features a 1.1" Coated-Silk Soft-Dome Tweeter and 1 x 6.7" Magnesium Silicate Polymer Woofer .

Frequency Response

Evoke 30 has a frequency range of 47-23k Hz whereas Focus 20 XD has a frequency range of 39-24k Hz. With a minimum frequency of 39Hz, the Focus 20 XD can go significantly deeper on the low side and provide stronger bass compared to the Evoke 30's min frequency of 47Hz.

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 Bookshelf class in our database.

Low Frequency

Bookshelf Speakers

Evoke 30
Focus 20 XD
Min
Average
Max
High Frequency

Bookshelf Speakers

Dynaudio Evoke 10
Dynaudio Focus 20 XD
Min
Average
Max

None of these speakers achieves full range experience which is commonly agreed as 20Hz-20kHz. In order to achieve lower lows / deeper bass, we recommend you pair these with a subwoofer. Visit our Powered Subwoofers section to find out more about the available options.

Cabinet Type and Port Position

Both Evoke 30 and Focus 20 XD have rear firing ports. Rear ported speakers generally need more room between the backside of the speaker and the wall compared to sealed and front/bottom ported speakers. Placing the speakers too close to the walls may cause the bass to sound boomy.

If you are limited in space and can't get the speakers away from the backwall, check our Speakers with Front Firing Ports page.

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 Dynaudio Evoke 10's and Dynaudio Focus 20 XD's external dimensions. Dynaudio Evoke 10 has external dimensions of 315.0 x 180.0 x 266.0mm ( 12.4 x 7.1 x 10.5inch) whereas Dynaudio Focus 20 XD has external dimensions of 362.0 x 198.4 x 308.0mm ( 14.25 x 7.8125 x 12.125inch) .

Dynaudio Focus 20 XD is clearly the larger of the two speakers. Its body is 18.4mm wider, 47mm taller and 42mm deeper than Dynaudio Evoke 10.

Below you can see the front view size comparison of Dynaudio Evoke 10 and Dynaudio Focus 20 XD in scale.

Dynaudio Evoke 10 vs Dynaudio Focus 20 XD Size Comparison - Front View
Comparison image of Dynaudio Evoke 10 and Dynaudio Focus 20 XD Size and External Dimensions

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 Dynaudio Evoke 10 is approximately 478.8cm2 / 74.2inch2 and base area of the Dynaudio Focus 20 XD is approximately 611.1cm2 / 94.7inch2. The Evoke 30 requires 22% less surface area than the Focus 20 XD which gives it a small advantage on placement in tight spaces.

Here is an another comparison that shows both speakers on a BDI Octave Media Cabinet, next to a standard size amplifier and turntable in scale:

Dynaudio Evoke 10 vs Dynaudio Focus 20 XD Size Comparison on a Media Console
Size Comparison image of Dynaudio Evoke 10 and Dynaudio Focus 20 XD on a Media Console

What's in the Box of Dynaudio Evoke 10?

Here are the items that are included inside the box of Evoke 30:
  • What's in the Box of Dynaudio Focus 20 XD?

    Here are the items that come with the Focus 20 XD:
  • 2 Powered loudspeakers
  • 2 AC power cords
  • Remote control
  • Setup Manual

  • Reasons to choose Dynaudio Evoke 10 over Dynaudio Focus 20 XD
    Height 315mm vs 362mm Easier to fit in smaller spaces
    Base Surface Area 478cm2 vs 611cm2 Takes less floor space
    Price per pair* 3500USD vs 6000USD costs less (*prices may change depending on the seller, location and time)

    Reasons to choose Dynaudio Focus 20 XD over Dynaudio Evoke 10

    Speaker Type Powered vs Passive Built-in amplifier
    Woofer Size 6.7 inches vs 5.5 inches Larger woofer
    Low Frequency Response 39 Hz vs 47 Hz Generates deeper bass
    High Frequency Response 24k Hz vs 23k Hz Generates higher frequency
    RCA Connection Yes vs No Connection via RCA input
    Dynaudio Evoke 10 vs Dynaudio Focus 20 XD Specs Table
    Detailed comparison of specifications
    General Dynaudio Evoke 10 Dynaudio Focus 20 XD
    Brand Dynaudio Dynaudio
    Speaker Type Floor-standing speaker Powered Stereo Speakers
    Sensitivity 84 dB n/a
    Impedance 6 ohms n/a
    Frequency Response 47-23k Hz 39-24k Hz
    Amplifier
    Watts RMS (Continuous) n/a 300-watt RMS
    Max Bit Depth n/a 24-bit
    Max Sample Rate n/a 192 kHz
    Drivers
    Woofer Quantity 1 1
    Woofer Size 5.5" 6.7"
    Woofer Composition Magnesium Silicate Polymer Magnesium Silicate Polymer
    Woofer Surround Material Rubber n/a
    Tweeter Size 1.1" 1.1"
    Tweeter Type n/a Soft-Dome
    Aimable Tweeter No No
    Midrange Driver No No
    Crossover Frequency 1400Hz n/a
    Firing Direction rear rear
    Physical Specs
    Height 315.0mm (12.4") 362.0mm (14.3")
    Width 180.0mm (7.1") 198.4mm (7.8")
    Depth 266.0mm (10.5") 308.0mm (12.1")
    Weight 6.70kg (14.7lbs) n/a
    Enclosure Bass Reflex Bass Reflex
    Finish MDF/Wood veneer n/a
    Available Colors Black n/a
    Mounting Bracket No No
    Grille Yes n/a
    Moisture Resistancy No No
    Connections
    Biamp Inputs No n/a
    Aux Inputs n/a RCA
    USB Port n/a No
    Phone Input n/a No
    Subwoofer Output n/a No
    Digital Input n/a Coax
    HDMI Input n/a No
    Headphone Jack n/a No
    Ethernet Port n/a No
    Other
    Parts Warranty 5 Years (8 Years registered) 5 Years
    Labor Warranty 5 Years (8 Years registered) 5 Years

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