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Monitor Audio Platinum 100 3G vs Monitor Audio Platinum C250 3G Comparison

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Monitor Audio Platinum 100 3G

Passive Bookshelf | 28-60k Hz​

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Passive Center Channel | 30-60k Hz​

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Monitor Audio Platinum 100 3G vs Monitor Audio Platinum C250 3G Speaker Comparison

In this review, we will be comparing two different type of speakers by Monitor Audio. Monitor Audio Platinum 100 3G is a Bookshelf speaker whereas the Platinum C250 3G is a Center Channel speaker.

Let's have a brief look at the main features of Monitor Audio Platinum 100 3G and Monitor Audio Platinum C250 3G first before getting into our more detailed comparison.

Monitor Audio Platinum 100 3G Key Specs

  • 2-way Design
  • 1" Tweeter
  • 6" RDT III Woofer
  • 28-60k Hz​ Frequency Response
  • 85dB Sensitivity
  • Impedance: 4ohms
  • Power Range:up to 150watts
  • Weight:15.20kg
  • Dimensions (H x W x D): 398.0" x 8.8" x 12.8"( 398 x 225 x 325.6 mm )

Monitor Audio Platinum C250 3G Key Specs

  • 3-way Design
  • 1" Tweeter
  • 2.5" Midrange
  • 2 x 5" RDT III Woofer
  • 2.5" Midrange
  • 30-60k Hz​ Frequency Response
  • 88dB Sensitivity
  • Impedance: 4ohms
  • Power Range:up to 300watts
  • Weight:25.40kg
  • Dimensions (H x W x D): 225.0" x 24.8" x 12.8"( 225 x 630 x 325.7 mm )

Platinum 100 3G and Platinum C250 3G are members of Monitor Audio's Platinum 3G series of speakers. Below you can find the loudspeakers from this series.

Monitor Audio Platinum 3G Series History
Model Body Frequency SensitivityImpedance Woofer
Monitor Audio Platinum 100 3G
Bookshelf 28-60k Hz​ 85dB4Ω 1 x 6"
Monitor Audio Platinum 300 3G
  
Floor-standing 17-60k Hz​ 88dB4Ω 2 x 8"
Monitor Audio Platinum 200 3G
  
Floor-standing 23-60k Hz 88dB4Ω 1 x 6"
Monitor Audio Platinum C250 3G
Center Channel 30-60k Hz​ 88dB4Ω 2 x 5"

What size room are the Monitor Audio Platinum 100 3G and Monitor Audio Platinum C250 3G 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:

Listening Environment* Monitor Audio Platinum 100 3G Monitor Audio Platinum C250 3G
Near-field Poor Poor
Small Room Average Poor
Mid-size Room Good Good
Large Room Average Good
Very Large Room Poor Average

(* Approximate Room sizes: Small < 100sq. ft / 9 m2, Mid-size: 100-220 sq. ft / 9-20 m2, Large 220-400 sq. ft / 20-36 m2, Very Large: > 400 sq. ft / 36 m2. Average Floor Height: 9" / 2.7m. Typical room sizes differ from country to country, and the actual listening experience changes depending on floor height, room shape, surface materials, listening position, speaker locations, etc.)

In the following sections, we will get into more detail in order to better understand how the Monitor Audio Platinum 100 3G and Monitor Audio Platinum C250 3G 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

One of the fundamental differences between these two speakers is that Platinum 100 3G is a 2-way design whereas the Platinum C250 3G is a 3-way speaker. 3-way designs utilize a midrange driver in addition to the tweeter and woofer on 2-way designs. Designing a crossover for a 3-way speaker is a complicated process and generally increases the overall cost of the speaker.

Driver Monitor Audio Platinum 100 3G Monitor Audio Platinum C250 3G
Driver Setup 2-way 3-way
Tweeter 1-inch 1-inch
Midrange - 1 x 2.5-inch
Woofer 1 x 6-inch 2 x 5-inch

Platinum 100 3G features a 1" MPD III Tweeter and 1 x 6" RDT III Woofer with a Crossover frequency at 2850 Hz. On the other hand, the Platinum C250 3G features a 1" MPD III Tweeter , a 2.5" Midrange and 2 x 5" RDT III Woofer with a Crossover frequency at 850 Hz - 3500 Hz.

Frequency Response

Platinum 100 3G has a frequency range of 28-60k Hz​ whereas Platinum C250 3G has a frequency range of 30-60k Hz​. With a minimum frequency of 28Hz, the Platinum 100 3G can go slightly deeper then the Platinum C250 3G's min frequency of 30Hz.

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

Platinum 100 3G
Platinum C250 3G
Min
Average
Max
High Frequency

Bookshelf Speakers

Monitor Audio Platinum 100 3G
Monitor Audio Platinum C250 3G
Min
Average
Max

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

Platinum 100 3G and Platinum C250 3G have the same Impedance of 4 ohms but where they differ is the sensitivity levels. Platinum 100 3G sensitivity is rated at 85dB and the Platinum C250 3G's is at 88dB. This 3 dB difference makes the Monitor Audio Platinum C250 3G a more sensitive speaker compared to Monitor Audio Platinum 100 3G, hence will play louder with the same amount of watts.

One thing to keep in mind that the lower impedance speakers, especially the ones that are rated at 4 ohms may put more pressure on the amplifier unit comared to higher impedance speakers especially at high volume levels, so make sure the amp you pair with the Platinum 100 3G and the Platinum 100 3G can provide this impedance level.

Sensitivity

Bookshelf Speakers

Platinum 100 3G
Platinum C250 3G
Min
Average
Max

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.

Platinum 100 3G can handle a max power of 300 watts RMS from the amp the whereas Platinum 100 3G has a max power handling value of 150 watts RMS , 150 watts less than the Platinum C250 3G.

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

Both Platinum 100 3G and Platinum C250 3G features dual binding post speaker terminals for bi-amping or bi-wiring.

Monitor Audio Platinum 100 3G Terminals
Monitor Audio Platinum 100 3G's Binding post terminals allows Bi-amping or bi-wiring

Monitor Audio Platinum C250 3GBinding post Terminals
Monitor Audio Platinum C250 3G's Binding post terminals allows Bi-amping or bi-wiring

Monitor Audio Platinum 100 3G  Port
Monitor Audio Platinum 100 3G Port

Monitor Audio Platinum C250 3G  Port
Monitor Audio Platinum C250 3G Port

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 Monitor Audio Platinum 100 3G's and Monitor Audio Platinum C250 3G's external dimensions. Monitor Audio Platinum 100 3G has external dimensions of 398 x 225 x 325.6 mm ( 15.6 x 8.8 x 12.8-inch) whereas Monitor Audio Platinum C250 3G has external dimensions of 225 x 630 x 325.7 mm ( 8.8 x 24.8 x 12.8-inch) .

Monitor Audio Platinum 100 3G is 405mm narrower and 1mm less deeper than Monitor Audio Platinum C250 3G but it is also 173mm taller.

Below you can see the front view size comparison of Monitor Audio Platinum 100 3G and Monitor Audio Platinum C250 3G in scale.

Monitor Audio Platinum 100 3G vs Monitor Audio Platinum C250 3G Size Comparison - Front View
Comparison image of Monitor Audio Platinum 100 3G and Monitor Audio Platinum C250 3G 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 Monitor Audio Platinum 100 3G is approximately 731.3cm2 / 113.4inch2 and base area of the Monitor Audio Platinum C250 3G is approximately 2053.8cm2 / 318.3inch2. The Platinum 100 3G requires 64% less surface area than the Platinum C250 3G which gives it a small advantage on placement in tight spaces.


Reasons to choose Monitor Audio Platinum 100 3G over Monitor Audio Platinum C250 3G
Woofer Size 6 inches vs 5 inches Larger woofer
Low Frequency Response 28 Hz vs 30 Hz Generates deeper bass
Base Surface Area 731cm2 vs 2053cm2 Takes less floor space

Reasons to choose Monitor Audio Platinum C250 3G over Monitor Audio Platinum 100 3G

Max Input Power 300 watts vs 150 watts Handle more power from your amplifier
Driver Setup 3-way vs 2-way Have a dedicated mid-range driver
Sensitivity 88 dB vs 85 dB Play louder with same amount of amplification power
Number of Woofers 2 vs 1 More woofers
Height 225mm vs 398mm Easier to fit in smaller spaces
Price per pair* 5900USD vs 6900USD costs less (*prices may change depending on the seller, location and time)
Monitor Audio Platinum 100 3G vs Monitor Audio Platinum C250 3G Specs Table
Detailed comparison of specifications
General Monitor Audio Platinum 100 3G Monitor Audio Platinum C250 3G
Brand Monitor Audio Monitor Audio
Speaker Type Bookshelf speakers Center channel speaker
Power Range up to 150 watts up to 300 watts
Sensitivity 85dB 88dB
Impedance 4 ohms 4 ohms
Impedance 4 ohms 4 ohms
Frequency Response 28-60k Hz​ 30-60k Hz​
Drivers
Woofer Quantity 1 2
Woofer Size 6" 5"
Woofer Composition RDT III RDT III
Tweeter Size 1" 1"
Aimable Tweeter No No
Midrange Driver No 2.5"
Crossover Frequency 2850 Hz 850 Hz - 3500 Hz
Firing Direction rear n/a
Physical Specs
Height 398.0mm (15.7") 225.0mm (8.9")
Width 225.0mm (8.9") 630.0mm (24.8")
Depth 325.0mm (12.8") 326.0mm (12.8")
Weight 15.20kg (33.4lbs) 25.40kg (55.9lbs)
Enclosure Bass Reflex Acoustic Suspension
Available Colors Piano Black, Piano Ebony, Satin White Piano Black, Piano Ebony, Satin White
Mounting Bracket No No
Moisture Resistancy No No
Connections
Biamp Inputs Yes Yes
Other
Parts Warranty 5 Years 5 Years
Labor Warranty 5 Years 5 Years

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