In this review, we will be comparing R-610F and R-620F, two Passive Floor-standing speakers by Klipsch Let's have a brief look at the main features
of Klipsch R-610F and Klipsch R-620F first before getting into our more
detailed comparison.
R-610F and R-620F are members of Klipsch's Reference (R) Floor-standing series of speakers. Below you can find the loudspeakers from this series.
Klipsch Reference (R) Floor-standing Series History
What size room are the Klipsch R-610F and Klipsch R-620F speakers good for?
The size of the room in which you are planning to use these loudspeakers is an important decision factor. Here we have compared their suitability to various sizes of environments considering their size and max power parameters:
In the following sections, we will get into more detail in order to better understand how the Klipsch R-610F and Klipsch R-620F 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 R-610F and R-620F are 2-way speakers.
| Driver |
Klipsch R-610F |
Klipsch R-620F |
|
Driver Setup
|
2-way
|
2-way
|
|
Tweeter
|
1.0-inch
|
1.0-inch
|
|
Midrange
|
- |
- |
|
Woofer
|
1 x 6.5-inch
|
2 x 6.5-inch
|
R-610F features a 1.0" Tweeter and 1 x 6.5" Copper-spun IMG Woofer . On the other hand, the R-620F features a 1.0" Tweeter and 2 x 6.5" Copper-spun IMG Woofer with a Crossover frequency at 2000Hz.
Frequency Response
R-610F has a frequency range of 45-21k Hz whereas R-620F has a frequency range of 38-21k Hz. With a minimum frequency of 38Hz, the R-620F can go significantly deeper on the low side and provide stronger bass compared to the R-610F's min frequency of 45Hz.
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 Floor-standing class in our database.
Low Frequency
Floor-standing Speakers
High Frequency
Floor-standing 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.
Impedance and Sensitivity
R-610F and R-620F have the same Impedance of 8 ohms but where they differ is the sensitivity levels. R-610F sensitivity is rated at 94 dB and the R-620F's is at 96 dB. This 2 dB difference makes the Klipsch R-620F a more sensitive speaker compared to Klipsch R-610F, hence will play louder with the same amount of watts.
Sensitivity
Floor-standing Speakers
Power Range
Power
range is the range of input power in watts RMS that a loudspeaker is designed to handle. While using an amplifier within this range ensures the nominal performance , inputting a power that is higher than the max wattage can result in a damaged speaker.
R-610F can handle a max power of 100 watts RMS from the amp the whereas R-610F has a max power handling value of 85 watts RMS , 15 watts less than the R-620F.
Keep in mind that a higher max power handling value doesn't necessarily make that a louder speaker
compared to a lower max handling speaker. Loudness or the sound level is also impacted by parameters
such as Impedance, sensitivity and system efficiencies.
Input Type and Bi-Amping / Bi-Wiring
R-610F features Post type posts and R-620F has a Post type posts. None of these speakers feature bi-amping/bi-wiring.
Klipsch R-610F's Post terminals
Klipsch R-620F's Post terminals
Cabinet Type and Port Position
Both R-610F and R-620F 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 Klipsch R-610F's and Klipsch R-620F's external dimensions. Klipsch R-610F has external dimensions of 942.0 x 239.0 x 369.0mm ( 37-1/16 x 9-3/8 x 14-1/2inch) whereas Klipsch R-620F has external dimensions of 1021.0 x 239.0 x 369.0mm ( 40-3/16 x 9-3/8 x 14-1/2inch) .
Below you can see the front view size comparison of Klipsch R-610F and Klipsch R-620F in scale.
Comparison image of Klipsch R-610F and Klipsch R-620F 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 Klipsch R-610F is approximately 881.9cm2 / 136.7inch2 and base area of the Klipsch R-620F is approximately 881.9cm2 / 136.7inch2.
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 Klipsch R-610F weighs 16.36kg / 36lbs and the Klipsch R-620F weighs 18.64kg / 41lbs. This makes the R-620F 14% heavier than the R-610F.
Here is a comparison of how R-610F and R-620F's weights compare with the average, max and min weights in Passive Floor-standing class.
Weight
All Floor-standing Speakers
What's in the Box of Klipsch R-610F?
Here are the items that are included inside the box of R-610F:
Floorstanding loudspeakerGrille (installed)2 Feet4 ScrewsQuick Setup GuideImportant Safety InstructionsWarranty InformationLoudspeaker Feet note
What's in the Box of Klipsch R-620F?
Here are the items that come with the R-620F:
Floorstanding loudspeaker Grille (installed) 2 Feet 4 Screws Quick Setup Guide Important Safety Instructions Warranty Information Loudspeaker Feet note
 Height |
942mm
vs
1021mm
|
Easier to fit in smaller spaces |
 Price per pair* |
778USD
vs
998USD
|
costs less (*prices may change depending on the seller, location and time) |
 Max Input Power |
100 watts
vs
85 watts
|
Handle more power from your amplifier |
 Sensitivity |
96 dB
vs
94 dB
|
Play louder with same amount of amplification power |
 Number of Woofers |
2
vs
1
|
More woofers |
| Low Frequency Response |
38 Hz
vs
45 Hz
|
Generates deeper bass |
| General |
Klipsch Reference R-610F |
Klipsch Reference R-620F |
| Brand |
Klipsch |
Klipsch |
| Speaker Type |
Floor-standing speaker |
Floor-standing speaker |
| Power Range |
up to 85 watts |
up to 100 watts |
| Sensitivity |
94 dB |
96 dB |
| Impedance |
8 ohms |
8 ohms |
| Frequency Response |
45-21k Hz |
38-21k Hz |
Drivers |
|
|
| Woofer Quantity |
1 |
2 |
| Woofer Size |
6.5" |
6.5" |
| Woofer Composition |
Copper-spun IMG |
Copper-spun IMG |
| Woofer Surround Material |
Rubber |
Rubber |
| Tweeter Size |
1.0" |
1.0" |
| Aimable Tweeter |
No |
No |
| Midrange Driver |
No |
No |
| Crossover Frequency |
n/a |
2000Hz |
| Firing Direction |
rear |
rear |
Physical Specs |
|
|
| Height |
942.0mm (37.1") |
1021.0mm (40.2") |
| Width |
239.0mm (9.4") |
239.0mm (9.4") |
| Depth |
369.0mm (14.5") |
369.0mm (14.5") |
| Weight |
16.36kg (36lbs) |
18.64kg (41lbs) |
| Enclosure |
Bass Reflex |
Bass Reflex |
| Finish |
MDF/Wood-grain vinyl |
MDF/Wood-grain vinyl |
| Available Colors |
Black |
Black |
| Grille |
Yes |
Yes |
| Moisture Resistancy |
No |
No |
Connections |
|
|
| Biamp Inputs |
No |
No |
Other |
|
|
| Parts Warranty |
5 Years |
5 Years |
| Labor Warranty |
5 Years |
5 Years |