In this review, we will be comparing Genelec 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.
Genelec G Four Key Specs
- 2-way Design
- 180-watt RMS Integrated Amplifier
- 0.75" Dome Tweeter
- 6.5" Cone Woofer
- 48-20k Hz Frequency Response
- N/A Max Depth / N/A Max Sample Rate
- Weight:8.60kg
- Dimensions (H x W x D): 365.0" x 9.3" x 8.8"( 365 x 237 x 223 mm )
Dynaudio Xeo 20 Key Specs
- 2-way Design
- 260-watt RMS Integrated Amplifier
- 1.1" Soft-Dome Tweeter
- 5.5" Magnesium Silicate Polymer Woofer
- 40-21k Hz Frequency Response
- 24-bit Max Depth / 96 kHz Max Sample Rate
- Dimensions (H x W x D): 320.7" x 7.125" x 10.125"( 320.7 x 181.0 x 257.2mm )
In the following sections, we will get into more detail in order to better understand how the Genelec G Four and Dynaudio Xeo 20 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 Genelec G Four and Xeo 20 are 2-way speakers.
| Driver |
Genelec G Four |
Dynaudio Xeo 20 |
|
Driver Setup
|
2-way
|
2-way
|
|
Tweeter
|
0.75-inch
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1.1-inch
|
|
Midrange
|
- |
- |
|
Woofer
|
1 x 6.5-inch
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1 x 5.5-inch
|
Genelec 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
Genelec 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 Genelec G Four's min frequency of 48Hz.
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
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High Frequency
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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 Genelec 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
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 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 Genelec G Four requires 14% more surface area than the Xeo 20 which gives it a small disadvantage 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:
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 Genelec G Four:
Genelec G Four 2-Way Powered Bookshelf Speaker (Polar White, Single)Iso-Pod Stand5.9-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 speakers2 GrillesTwo 8-feet AC power cordsRemote control2 AAA batteriesSetup Manual