Genelec G Four vs Dynaudio Xeo 20 Comparison

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Genelec G Four

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Genelec G Four vs Dynaudio Xeo 20 Speaker Comparison

In this review, we will be comparing G Four and Xeo 20, two Powered Bookshelf speakers from Genelec and Dynaudio. Being Powered speakers, they both have built-in amplifiers so you don't need an external power amp or an integrated amp to power them.

Let's have a brief look at the main features of Genelec G Four and Dynaudio Xeo 20 first before getting into our more detailed comparison.

Key Specs	Genelec G Four	Dynaudio Xeo 20
Design	2-way	2-way
Built-in amplifier	180-watt RMS	260-watt RMS
Tweeter	0.75" Dome	1.1" Soft-Dome
Woofer	6.5" Cone	5.5" Magnesium Silicate Polymer
Frequency response	48-20k Hz	40-21k Hz
Max depth / sample rate	—	24-bit / 96 kHz
Bluetooth	No	Built-in 4.1
Weight	8.60kg / 18.9lbs	—
Dimensions (H x W x D)	13.8" x 9.3" x 8.8" 365 x 237 x 223 mm	12.625" x 7.125" x 10.125" 320.7 x 181.0 x 257.2mm

The sections below take each area in turn: drivers, frequency response, physical size and what you get in the box.

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Drivers

Both G Four and Xeo 20 are 2-way speakers.

Genelec G Four

Dynaudio Xeo 20

TweeterWoofer

Front view, drawn to scale - cabinets and drivers share one scale, so sizes are directly comparable. Hover a driver for its size.

Driver	Genelec G Four	Dynaudio Xeo 20
Driver Setup	2-way	2-way
Tweeter	0.75-inch	1.1-inch
Midrange	-	-
Woofer	1 x 6.5-inch	1 x 5.5-inch

G Four features a 0.75" Dome Tweeter and 1 x 6.5" Cone Woofer with a Crossover frequency at 3000Hz. On the other hand, the Xeo 20 features a 1.1" Coated Silk Soft-Dome Tweeter and 1 x 5.5" Magnesium Silicate Polymer Woofer.

Frequency Response

G Four has a frequency range of 48-20k Hz whereas Xeo 20 has a frequency range of 40-21k Hz. With a minimum frequency of 40Hz, the Xeo 20 can go significantly deeper on the low side and provide stronger bass compared to the G Four's min frequency of 48Hz.

The graph below depicts how these two speakers compare with the max, min and average Low Frequency values of other speakers in the Bookshelf class in our database.

Low Frequency

Bookshelf Speakers

G Four

Xeo 20

Min

Average

Median

Neither pair reaches down to 20Hz, the usual definition of full-range, which is normal for speakers of this size. If you want the bottom octave for movies or bass-heavy music, add a subwoofer to whichever you choose. Visit our Powered Subwoofers section to find out more about the available options.

Cabinet Type and Port Position

Both G Four and Xeo 20 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

The size of a speaker can sometimes be an important decision factor due to space constraints or in some cases purely for esthetic reasons. In this section, we are going to compare Genelec G Four's and Dynaudio Xeo 20's external dimensions. Genelec G Four has external dimensions of 365 x 237 x 223 mm (13.8 x 9.3 x 8.8) whereas Dynaudio Xeo 20 has external dimensions of 320.7 x 181.0 x 257.2mm (12.625 x 7.125 x 10.125inch).

Dynaudio Xeo 20 is 56mm narrower and 44.3mm shorter than Genelec G Four but it is also 34.2mm deeper.

Below you can see the front view size comparison of Genelec G Four and Dynaudio Xeo 20 in scale.

Comparison image of Genelec G Four and Dynaudio Xeo 20 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 Genelec G Four is approximately 528.5cm² / 81.9inch² and base area of the Dynaudio Xeo 20 is approximately 465.5cm² / 72.2inch². The G Four requires 14% more surface area than the Xeo 20 which gives it a small disadvantage on placement in tight spaces.

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

Size Comparison image of Genelec G Four and Dynaudio Xeo 20 on a Media Console

What's in the Box of Genelec G Four?

Here are the items that are included inside the box of G Four:

Genelec G Four 2-Way Powered Bookshelf Speaker (Polar White, Single)
Iso-Pod Stand
5.9-feet Power Cable

What's in the Box of Dynaudio Xeo 20?

Here are the items that come with the Xeo 20:

2 Powered bookshelf speakers
2 Grilles
Two 8-feet AC power cords
Remote control
2 AAA batteries
Setup Manual

Reasons to choose Genelec G Four over Dynaudio Xeo 20

Woofer Size	6.5 inches vs 5.5 inches	Larger woofer
Price per pair*	2300USD vs 2500USD	costs less (*prices may change depending on the seller, location and time)
XLR Connection	Yes vs No	Connection via XLR input
Subwoofer Output	vs No	Pair your speakers with external subwoofer

Reasons to choose Dynaudio Xeo 20 over Genelec G Four

Low Frequency Response	40 Hz vs 48 Hz	Generates deeper bass
High Frequency Response	21k Hz vs 20k Hz	Generates higher frequency
Handheld Remote	Yes vs No	Control the speaker by the included RC
Height	320mm vs 365mm	Easier to fit in smaller spaces
Base Surface Area	465cm² vs 528cm²	Takes less floor space
USB Port	Service vs No	USB port adds flexibility
3.5mm Connection	Yes vs No	Connection via 3.5mm AUX input
RCA Connection	Yes vs No	Connection via RCA input
Digital Input	Optical vs No	Connect digital inputs directly

Genelec G Four vs Dynaudio Xeo 20 Specs Table

Detailed comparison of specifications

General	Genelec G Four	Dynaudio Xeo 20
Brand	Genelec	Dynaudio
Speaker Type	Powered Stereo Speakers	Powered Stereo Speakers
Frequency Response	48-20k Hz	40-21k Hz
Amplifier
Watts RMS (Continuous)	180-watt RMS	260-watt RMS
Max Bit Depth	n/a	24-bit
Max Sample Rate	n/a	96 kHz
Drivers
Woofer Quantity	1	1
Woofer Size	6.5"	5.5"
Woofer Composition	Cone	Magnesium Silicate Polymer
Tweeter Size	0.75"	1.1"
Tweeter Type	Dome	Soft-Dome
Aimable Tweeter	No	No
Midrange Driver	No	No
Crossover Frequency	3000Hz	n/a
Firing Direction	rear	rear
Physical Specs
Height	365.0mm (14.4")	320.7mm (12.6")
Width	237.0mm (9.3")	181.0mm (7.1")
Depth	223.0mm (8.8")	257.2mm (10.1")
Weight	8.60kg (18.9lbs)	n/a
Enclosure	Bass Reflex	Bass Reflex
Finish	Aluminum	n/a
Available Colors	White,Black,Raw(Aluminum)	n/a
Mounting Bracket	No	No
Grille	n/a	Yes
Moisture Resistancy	No	No
Connections
Aux Inputs	RCA,XLR	3.5mm, RCA
USB Port	No	Service
Phone Input	No	No
Subwoofer Output	n/a	No
Digital Input	No	Optical
HDMI Input	No	No
Headphone Jack	No	No
Ethernet Port	No	No
Other
Parts Warranty	5 Years	5 Yrs/8 Yrs registered
Labor Warranty	5 Years	5 Yrs/8 Yrs registered

Verdict

A generation apart: Dynaudio Xeo 20 is the newer design, against a 2013 model. Newer is not automatically better, but the older one is more likely to be discounted or near run-out.

Area	Better	Why
Bass	B	Dynaudio Xeo 20 digs deeper - 40Hz against 48Hz. A subwoofer would even that out.
Built-in power	B	Dynaudio Xeo 20 has the bigger amplifier (260W vs 180W RMS).
Connections	B	Dynaudio Xeo 20 adds Bluetooth and digital inputs.
Size	depends	Similar cabinet size - neither is easier to fit.
Expandability	depends	Neither adds bi-amping, a sub output or height drivers. Genelec G Four sits in a wider range (5 models), so a matched surround system is easier later.
Price	evenly matched	Much the same money ($2,300 vs $2,500 a pair).

A Genelec G Four B Dynaudio Xeo 20
depends neither is better in the abstract - it turns on your room, placement or how you will use them. Only specs published for both speakers are judged; anything missing on either side is left out rather than guessed.

Which should you choose?

Dynaudio Xeo 20 has the edge on paper, though the margin is not large. The rows marked "depends" may matter more to you than the score does. If a subwoofer is in your plans, the bass gap largely stops mattering - you would be crossing over above 48Hz anyway, so judge these on the other rows instead.

And remember what a spec sheet cannot show: how each looks in your room and whether the finish suits it, what dealer support and warranty are like where you live, and how they actually sound to you. If you can hear them first - ideally with your own music - that will tell you more than any number above.