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Q Acoustics 5020 vs B&W 607 S2 Comparison

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Q Acoustics 5020

Passive Bookshelf | 53-30k Hz

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Passive Bookshelf | 52-28k Hz

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Q Acoustics 5020 vs B&W 607 S2 Speaker Comparison

In this review, we will be comparing Q Acoustics 5020 and 607 S2 AE, two Passive Bookshelf speakers from Q Acoustics and Bowers Wilkins.

Let's have a brief look at the main features of Q Acoustics 5020 and B&W 607 S2 first before getting into our more detailed comparison.

Q Acoustics 5020 Key Specs

  • 2-way Design
  • 1" Soft-dome Tweeter
  • 5" Continuous Curved Cone Woofer
  • 53-30k Hz Frequency Response
  • 87.9 dB Sensitivity
  • Impedance: 6ohms
  • Power Range:25-100watts
  • Weight:7.00kg
  • Dimensions (H x W x D): 286.0" x 7-1/8" x 11-1/2"( 286.0 x 181.0 x 293.0mm )

B&W 607 S2 Key Specs

  • 2-way Design
  • 1" Decoupled Double Dome Tweeter
  • 5" Continuum Woofer
  • 52-28k Hz Frequency Response
  • 84 dB Sensitivity
  • Impedance: 8ohms
  • Power Range:30-100watts
  • Weight:4.70kg
  • Dimensions (H x W x D): 301.0" x 6-1/2" x 9-1/8"( 301.0 x 166.0 x 232.0mm )

What size room are the Q Acoustics 5020 and B&W 607 S2 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* Q Acoustics 5020 B&W 607 S2
Near-field Average Average
Small Room Good Good
Mid-size Room Average Average
Large Room Poor Poor
Very Large Room Bad Bad

(* 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 Q Acoustics 5020 and B&W 607 S2 compare and hopefully end up with enough arguments to decide which one of these loudspeakers is the better choice for you.


**This post contains affiliate links, and I will be compensated if you make a purchase after clicking through my links. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.


Drivers

Both Q Acoustics 5020 and 607 S2 AE are 2-way speakers.

Driver Q Acoustics 5020 B&W 607 S2
Driver Setup 2-way 2-way
Tweeter 1-inch 1-inch
Midrange - -
Woofer 1 x 5-inch 1 x 5-inch

Q Acoustics 5020 features a 1" Soft-dome Tweeter and 1 x 5" Continuous Curved Cone Woofer with a Crossover frequency at 2500 Hz. On the other hand, the 607 S2 AE features a 1" Aluminum Decoupled Double Dome Tweeter and 1 x 5" Continuum Woofer .

Frequency Response

Q Acoustics 5020 has a frequency range of 53-30k Hz whereas 607 S2 AE has a frequency range of 52-28k Hz. With a minimum frequency of 52Hz, the 607 S2 AE can go slightly deeper then the Q Acoustics 5020's min frequency of 53Hz.

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

Q Acoustics 5020
607 S2 AE
Min
Average
Max
High Frequency

Bookshelf Speakers

Q Acoustics 5020
B&W 607 S2
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

Q Acoustics 5020 is a 6 ohms speaker compared to the 607 S2 AE which has a nominal impedance of 8 ohms.

These two speakers also have different sensitivity levels. Q Acoustics 5020 sensitivity is rated at 87.9 dB and the 607 S2 AE's is rated at 84 dB. This 4 dB difference makes the Q Acoustics 5020 a more sensitive speaker compared to B&W 607 S2, hence will play louder with the same amount of watts.

Sensitivity

Bookshelf Speakers

Q Acoustics 5020
607 S2 AE
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.

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

607 S2 AE features Binding post posts which make bi-amping or bi-wiring possible. Q Acoustics 5020 has a Binding post which doesn't feature bi-amping/bi-wiring.

Q Acoustics 5020 Terminals
Q Acoustics 5020's Binding post terminals

B&W 607 S2 Terminals
B&W 607 S2's Binding post terminals allows Bi-amping or bi-wiring

Cabinet Type and Port Position

Both Q Acoustics 5020 and 607 S2 AE 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 Q Acoustics 5020's and B&W 607 S2's external dimensions. Q Acoustics 5020 has external dimensions of 286.0 x 181.0 x 293.0mm ( 11-1/4nch x 7-1/8inch x 11-1/2inch ) whereas B&W 607 S2 has external dimensions of 301.0 x 166.0 x 232.0mm ( 11-13/16 x 6-1/2 x 9-1/8inch) .

B&W 607 S2 is 15mm narrower and 61mm less deeper than Q Acoustics 5020 but it is also 15mm 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 Q Acoustics 5020 is approximately 530.3cm2 / 82.2inch2 and base area of the B&W 607 S2 is approximately 385.1cm2 / 59.7inch2. The Q Acoustics 5020 requires 38% more surface area than the 607 S2 AE 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 Q Acoustics 5020 weighs 7.00kg / 15.4lbs and the B&W 607 S2 weighs 4.70kg / 10.3lbs. This makes the Q Acoustics 5020 49% heavier than the 607 S2 AE.

Here is a comparison of how Q Acoustics 5020 and 607 S2 AE's weights compare with the average, max and min weights in Passive Bookshelf class.

Weight
All Bookshelf Speakers
Q Acoustics 5020
B&W 607 S2
Min
Average
Max

What's in the Box of Q Acoustics 5020?

Here are the items that are included inside the box of Q Acoustics 5020:
  • 2x 5020 loudspeaker
  • 1x Owners manual
  • 2x Foam bung
  • What's in the Box of B&W 607 S2?

    Here are the items that come with the 607 S2 AE:
  • 2 Bookshelf loudspeakers
  • 2 Grilles
  • 2 Two-piece foam port plugs
  • 8 Self-adhesive rubber feet
  • 4 Jumper-straps (pre-installed)
  • Manual
  • Bowers & Wilkins brochure
  • Warranty Information

  • Reasons to choose Q Acoustics 5020 over Bowers & Wilkins 607 S2 Anniversary Edition
    Sensitivity 88 dB vs 84 dB Play louder with same amount of amplification power
    Minimum Impedance 3.3 ohms vs 3.0 ohms Very low impedance levels puts more pressure on amplifier
    High Frequency Response 30k Hz vs 28k Hz Generates higher frequency
    Height 286mm vs 301mm Easier to fit in smaller spaces

    Reasons to choose Bowers & Wilkins 607 S2 Anniversary Edition over Q Acoustics 5020

    Nominal Impedance 8 ohms vs 6 ohms Less selective with amplifiers
    Low Frequency Response 52 Hz vs 53 Hz Generates deeper bass
    Bi-Amping and Bi-Wiring Yes vs No Allows bi-amping and bi-wiring connections
    Base Surface Area 385cm2 vs 530cm2 Takes less floor space
    Price per pair* 799USD vs 899USD costs less (*prices may change depending on the seller, location and time)
    Q Acoustics 5020 vs B&W 607 S2 Specs Table
    Detailed comparison of specifications
    General Q Acoustics 5020 Bowers & Wilkins 607 S2 Anniversary Edition
    Brand Q Acoustics Bowers Wilkins
    Speaker Type Bookshelf speakers Bookshelf speakers
    Power Range 25-100 watts 30-100 watts
    Sensitivity 87.9 dB 84 dB
    Impedance 6 ohms 8 ohms
    Impedance 3.3 ohms 3.0 ohms
    Frequency Response 53-30k Hz 52-28k Hz
    Drivers
    Woofer Quantity 1 1
    Woofer Size 5" 5"
    Woofer Composition Continuous Curved Cone Continuum
    Woofer Surround Material Rubber Rubber
    Tweeter Size 1" 1"
    Tweeter Type Soft-dome Decoupled Double Dome
    Aimable Tweeter No No
    Midrange Driver No No
    Crossover Frequency 2500 Hz n/a
    Firing Direction rear rear
    Physical Specs
    Height 286.0mm (11.3") 301.0mm (11.9")
    Width 181.0mm (7.1") 166.0mm (6.5")
    Depth 293.0mm (11.5") 232.0mm (9.1")
    Weight 7.00kg (15.4lbs) 4.70kg (10.3lbs)
    Enclosure Bass Relfex Bass Reflex
    Finish MDF MDF/Vinyl
    Available Colors Holme Oak,Satin Black,Satin White,Santos Rosewood Matte Black, Matte White, Oak, Red Cherry
    Mounting Bracket No No
    Recommended Stand Height n/a 24-26"
    Grille Yes Yes
    Moisture Resistancy No No
    Connections
    Biamp Inputs No Yes
    Other
    Parts Warranty 5 years 5 Years
    Labor Warranty 5 years 5 Years

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