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  3. KEF LS50 Wireless vs Dynaudio Focus 20 XD

KEF LS50 Wireless vs Dynaudio Focus 20 XD Comparison

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KEF LS50 Wireless

Powered Bookshelf | 79-28k Hz

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Dynaudio Focus 20 XD

Powered Bookshelf | 39-24k Hz

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KEF LS50 Wireless KEF LS50 Wireless
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KEF LS50 Wireless vs Dynaudio Focus 20 XD Speaker Comparison

In this review, we will be comparing LS50 Wireless and Focus 20 XD, two Powered Bookshelf speakers from KEF 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 KEF LS50 Wireless and Dynaudio Focus 20 XD first before getting into our more detailed comparison.

Key SpecsKEF LS50 WirelessDynaudio Focus 20 XD
BrandKEF
United Kingdom · founded 1961
Dynaudio
Denmark · founded 1977
Design2-way2-way
Built-in amplifier230-watt RMS300-watt RMS
Uni-Q driver11th Generation Uni-Q—
Tweeter1" Hard-Dome1.1" Soft-Dome
Woofer5.25" Magnesium/aluminum alloy6.7" Magnesium Silicate Polymer
Frequency response79-28k Hz39-24k Hz
Max depth / sample rate24-bit / 192 kHz24-bit / 192 kHz
BluetoothBuilt-in 4.0Optional
App controlYes—
Weight10.00kg / 22lbs8.62kg / 19lbs
Dimensions (H x W x D)11.875" x 7.875" x 13.25"
301.6 x 200.0 x 336.5mm
14.25" x 7.8125" x 12.125"
362.0 x 198.4 x 308.0mm

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


Drivers

Both LS50 Wireless and Focus 20 XD are 2-way speakers.

Tweeter - 1 inchWoofer - 5.25 inch
KEF LS50 Wireless
Tweeter - 1.1 inchWoofer - 6.7 inch
Dynaudio Focus 20 XD

TweeterWoofer

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

Driver KEF LS50 Wireless Dynaudio Focus 20 XD
Driver Setup 2-way 2-way
Tweeter 1-inch 1.1-inch
Midrange - -
Woofer 1 x 5.25-inch 1 x 6.7-inch

LS50 Wireless features a 1" Aluminum Hard-Dome Tweeter and 1 x 5.25" Magnesium/aluminum alloy Woofer. 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

LS50 Wireless has a frequency range of 79-28k 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 LS50 Wireless's min frequency of 79Hz.

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

LS50 Wireless
Focus 20 XD
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 LS50 Wireless 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

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 KEF LS50 Wireless's and Dynaudio Focus 20 XD's external dimensions. KEF LS50 Wireless has external dimensions of 301.6 x 200.0 x 336.5mm (11.875 x 7.875 x 13.25inch) 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 1.6mm narrower and 28.5mm less deeper than KEF LS50 Wireless but it is also 60.4mm taller.

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 KEF LS50 Wireless is approximately 673.0cm2 / 104.3inch2 and base area of the Dynaudio Focus 20 XD is approximately 611.1cm2 / 94.7inch2. The LS50 Wireless requires 10% more surface area than the Focus 20 XD which gives it a small disadvantage 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 KEF LS50 Wireless weighs 10.00kg / 22lbs and the Dynaudio Focus 20 XD weighs 8.62kg / 19lbs. This makes the LS50 Wireless 16% heavier than the Focus 20 XD.

Here is a comparison of how LS50 Wireless and Focus 20 XD's weights compare with the average, max and min weights in Powered Bookshelf class.

Weight
All Bookshelf Speakers
KEF LS50 Wireless
Dynaudio Focus 20 XD
Min
Average
Max

What's in the Box of KEF LS50 Wireless?

Here are the items that are included inside the box of LS50 Wireless:
  • Wireless powered speaker (Right)
  • Wireless powered speaker (Left)
  • Two 6.5-feet AC power cords
  • 10-feet Cat-6 interconnect speaker cable
  • 6.5-feet USB-B to USB-A cable
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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 KEF LS50 Wireless over Dynaudio Focus 20 XD

High Frequency Response 28k Hz vs 24k Hz Generates higher frequency
App-Based Control Apple iOS, Android vs None Control the speaker via an app
Height 301mm vs 362mm Easier to fit in smaller spaces
Price per pair* 2200USD vs 6000USD costs less (*prices may change depending on the seller, location and time)
Ethernet Connection Yes vs No High quality streaming over Ethernet
USB Port USB-B vs No USB port adds flexibility
RCA Connection Yes vs No Connection via RCA input
Subwoofer Output Wired vs No Pair your speakers with external subwoofer

Reasons to choose Dynaudio Focus 20 XD over KEF LS50 Wireless

Woofer Size 6.7 inches vs 5.25 inches Larger woofer
Low Frequency Response 39 Hz vs 79 Hz Generates deeper bass
Base Surface Area 611cm2 vs 673cm2 Takes less floor space
RCA Connection Yes vs No Connection via RCA input

KEF LS50 Wireless vs Dynaudio Focus 20 XD Specs Table

Detailed comparison of specifications
General KEF LS50 Wireless Dynaudio Focus 20 XD
Brand KEF Dynaudio
Speaker Type Powered Stereo Speakers Powered Stereo Speakers
Frequency Response 79-28k Hz 39-24k Hz
Amplifier
Watts RMS (Continuous) 230-watt RMS 300-watt RMS
Max Bit Depth 24-bit 24-bit
Max Sample Rate 192 kHz 192 kHz
Drivers
Woofer Quantity 1 1
Woofer Size 5.25" 6.7"
Woofer Composition Magnesium/aluminum alloy Magnesium Silicate Polymer
Woofer Surround Material Rubber n/a
Tweeter Size 1" 1.1"
Tweeter Type Hard-Dome Soft-Dome
Aimable Tweeter No No
Midrange Driver No No
Firing Direction rear rear
Physical Specs
Height 301.6mm (11.9") 362.0mm (14.3")
Width 200.0mm (7.9") 198.4mm (7.8")
Depth 336.5mm (13.2") 308.0mm (12.1")
Weight 10.00kg (22lbs) 8.62kg (19lbs)
Enclosure Bass Reflex Bass Reflex
Mounting Bracket No No
Moisture Resistancy No No
Connections
Aux Inputs RCA RCA
USB Port USB-B No
Phone Input No No
Subwoofer Output Wired No
Digital Input Optical Coax
HDMI Input No No
Headphone Jack No No
Ethernet Port Yes No
Other
Parts Warranty 1 Year 5 Years
Labor Warranty 1 Year 5 Years

Verdict

These sit in different price classes - Dynaudio Focus 20 XD costs roughly 2.7x what KEF LS50 Wireless does. Expect it to lead on paper; the question is whether the gap is audible enough in your room to be worth it.

AreaBetterWhy
BassBDynaudio Focus 20 XD digs deeper - 39Hz against 79Hz.
Built-in powerBDynaudio Focus 20 XD has the bigger amplifier (300W vs 230W RMS).
ConnectionsAKEF LS50 Wireless adds Wi-Fi and streaming.
SizedependsSimilar cabinet size - neither is easier to fit.
ExpandabilityAKEF LS50 Wireless: a sub output. KEF LS50 Wireless sits in a wider range (10 models), so a matched surround system is easier later.
PriceAKEF LS50 Wireless is cheaper - $2,200 against $6,000, about 63% less; arguably a different class.

A KEF LS50 Wireless  B Dynaudio Focus 20 XD
depends neither is better in the abstract - it turns on your room, your system 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?

Neither runs away with it - they trade advantages. Let the "depends" rows and your own room settle it. If a subwoofer is in your plans, the bass gap largely stops mattering - you would be crossing over above 79Hz anyway, which makes the cheaper KEF LS50 Wireless much easier to justify. Think about the whole system, not just the speakers: the roughly $3,800 saved by taking the cheaper pair would buy a subwoofer or a better amplifier, and either usually does more for the sound than the difference between these two.

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.


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