In this review, we will be comparing Genelec G Three and The Fives, two Powered Bookshelf speakers from Genelec and Klipsch. 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 Three and Klipsch The Fives first before getting into our more
detailed comparison.
Genelec G Three Key Specs
- 2-way Design
- 100-watt RMS Integrated Amplifier
- 0.75" Dome Tweeter
- 5.1" Cone Woofer
- 54-20k Hz Frequency Response
- N/A Max Depth / N/A Max Sample Rate
- Weight:5.00kg
- Dimensions (H x W x D): 299.0" x 7.4" x 7"( 299 x 189 x 178 mm )
Klipsch The Fives Key Specs
- 2-way Design
- 160-watt RMS( 320-watt Peak) Integrated Amplifier
- 1" Tractrix Horn Tweeter
- 4.5" Fiber-composite Woofer
- 50-25k Hz Frequency Response
- 24-bit Max Depth / 192 kHz Max Sample Rate
- App Control Feature
- Weight:4.85kg
- Dimensions (H x W x D): 314.3" x 6.5" x 11.125"( 314.3 x 165.1 x 282.6mm )
In the following sections, we will get into more detail in order to better understand how the Genelec G Three and Klipsch The Fives 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 Three and The Fives are 2-way speakers.
| Driver |
Genelec G Three |
Klipsch The Fives |
|
Driver Setup
|
2-way
|
2-way
|
|
Tweeter
|
0.75-inch
|
1-inch
|
|
Midrange
|
- |
- |
|
Woofer
|
1 x 5.1-inch
|
1 x 4.5-inch
|
Genelec G Three features a 0.75" Dome Tweeter and 1 x 5.1" Cone Woofer with a Crossover frequency at 3000Hz. On the other hand, the The Fives features a 1" Titanium Tractrix Horn Tweeter and 1 x 4.5" Fiber-composite Woofer .
Frequency Response
Genelec G Three has a frequency range of 54-20k Hz whereas The Fives has a frequency range of 50-25k Hz. With a minimum frequency of 50Hz, the The Fives can go slightly deeper then the Genelec G Three's min frequency of 54Hz.
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
High Frequency
Bookshelf Speakers
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 Three and The Fives 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 Three's and Klipsch The Fives's external dimensions. Genelec G Three has external dimensions of 299 x 189 x 178 mm ( 11.8 x 7.4 x 7) whereas Klipsch The Fives has external dimensions of 314.3 x 165.1 x 282.6mm ( 12.375 x 6.5 x 11.125inch) .
Genelec G Three is 15.3mm shorter and 104.6mm less deeper than Klipsch The Fives but it is also 23.9mm wider.
Below you can see the front view size comparison of Genelec G Three and Klipsch The Fives in scale.
Comparison image of Genelec G Three and Klipsch The Fives 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 Three is approximately 336.4cm2 / 52.1inch2 and base area of the Klipsch The Fives is approximately 466.6cm2 / 72.3inch2. The Genelec G Three requires 28% less surface area than the The Fives 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:
Size Comparison image of Genelec G Three and Klipsch The Fives on a Media Console
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 Genelec G Three weighs 5.00kg / 11lbs and the Klipsch The Fives weighs 4.85kg / 10.7lbs. This makes the Genelec G Three 3% heavier than the The Fives.
Here is a comparison of how Genelec G Three and The Fives's weights compare with the average, max and min weights in Powered Bookshelf class.
Weight
All Bookshelf Speakers
What's in the Box of Genelec G Three?
Here are the items that are included inside the box of Genelec G Three:
Genelec G Three 2-Way Powered Bookshelf Speaker (Polar White, Single)Iso-Pod Stand5.9-feet Power Cable
What's in the Box of Klipsch The Fives?
Here are the items that come with the The Fives:
Powered speaker (right) Passive speaker (left) 6-inch AC power cord 13-feet Proprietary speaker cable 58-inch HDMI cable 59-inch USB-A to USB-B cable Remote control 2 AAA batteries Instruction Booklet Need Help? card
 Woofer Size |
5.1 inches
vs
4.5 inches
|
Larger woofer |
 Height |
299mm
vs
314mm
|
Easier to fit in smaller spaces |
 Base Surface Area |
336cm2
vs
466cm2
|
Takes less floor space |
 RCA Connection |
Yes
vs
No
|
Connection via RCA input |
 XLR Connection |
Yes
vs
No
|
Connection via XLR input |
|
Low Frequency Response |
50 Hz
vs
54 Hz
|
Generates deeper bass |
 High Frequency Response |
25k Hz
vs
20k Hz
|
Generates higher frequency |
 Handheld Remote |
Yes
vs
No
|
Control the speaker by the included RC |
 App-Based Control |
Apple iOS, Android
vs
None
|
Control the speaker via an app |
 Price per pair* |
969USD
vs
1390USD
|
costs less (*prices may change depending on the seller, location and time) |
 USB Port |
USB-B
vs
No
|
USB port adds flexibility |
 3.5mm Connection |
Yes
vs
No
|
Connection via 3.5mm AUX input |
 Phono Input |
Yes
vs
No
|
Connect your turntable directly |
 Digital Input |
Optical, HDMI
vs
No
|
Connect digital inputs directly |
 HDMI Input |
ARC
vs
No
|
Connect HDMI sources directly |
| General |
Genelec G Three |
Klipsch The Fives |
| Brand |
Genelec |
Klipsch |
| Speaker Type |
Powered Stereo Speakers |
Powered Stereo Speakers |
| Frequency Response |
54-20k Hz |
50-25k Hz |
Amplifier |
|
|
| Watts RMS (Continuous) |
100-watt RMS |
160-watt RMS |
| Watts Peak (Max) |
n/a |
320-watt RMS |
| Max Bit Depth |
N/A |
24-bit |
| Max Sample Rate |
N/A |
192 kHz |
Drivers |
|
|
| Woofer Quantity |
1 |
1 |
| Woofer Size |
5.1" |
4.5" |
| Woofer Composition |
Cone |
Fiber-composite |
| Tweeter Size |
0.75" |
1" |
| Tweeter Type |
Dome |
Tractrix Horn |
| Aimable Tweeter |
No |
No |
| Midrange Driver |
No |
No |
| Crossover Frequency |
3000Hz |
n/a |
| Firing Direction |
rear |
rear |
Physical Specs |
|
|
| Height |
299.0mm (11.8") |
314.3mm (12.4") |
| Width |
189.0mm (7.4") |
165.1mm (6.5") |
| Depth |
178.0mm (7") |
282.6mm (11.1") |
| Weight |
5.00kg (11lbs) |
4.85kg (10.7lbs) |
| Enclosure |
Bass Reflex |
Bass Reflex |
| Finish |
Aluminum |
MDF with genuine wood veneer |
| Available Colors |
White,Black,Raw(Aluminum) |
Black,Walnut |
| Mounting Bracket |
No |
No |
| Grille |
n/a |
Yes |
| Moisture Resistancy |
No |
No |
Connections |
|
|
| Aux Inputs |
RCA,XLR |
3.5mm |
| USB Port |
No |
USB-B |
| Phone Input |
No |
Yes |
| Subwoofer Output |
n/a |
mono-RCA |
| Digital Input |
No |
Optical, HDMI |
| HDMI Input |
No |
ARC |
| Headphone Jack |
No |
No |
| Ethernet Port |
No |
No |
Other |
|
|
| Parts Warranty |
5 Years |
1 Year |
| Labor Warranty |
5 Years |
1 Year |