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  3. SVS Prime Wireless Pro vs KEF LS50 Wireless II

SVS Prime Wireless Pro vs KEF LS50 Wireless II Comparison

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SVS Prime Wireless Pro

Powered Bookshelf | 42-25k Hz

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Powered Bookshelf | 45-28k Hz

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SVS Prime Wireless Pro vs KEF LS50 Wireless II Speaker Comparison

In this review, we will be comparing Prime Wireless Pro and LS50 Wireless II, two Powered Bookshelf speakers from SVS and KEF. 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 SVS Prime Wireless Pro and KEF LS50 Wireless II first before getting into our more detailed comparison.

Key SpecsSVS Prime Wireless ProKEF LS50 Wireless II
BrandSVS
United States · founded 1998
KEF
United Kingdom · founded 1961
Design2-way2-way
Built-in amplifier200-watt RMS380-watt RMS (760-watt peak)
Uni-Q driver—12th Generation Uni-Q
Tweeter1" Dome1" Hard-Dome
Woofer5.25" Polypropylen cone5.25"
Frequency response42-25k Hz45-28k Hz
Max depth / sample rate24-bit / 192 kHzYes / 384 kHz
BluetoothBuilt-in 5.0Built-in
App controlYesYes
Weight5.30kg / 11.7lbs20.10kg / 44.2lbs
Dimensions (H x W x D)11.61" x 7.09" x 8.96"
295 x 180 x 228mm
10.9375" x 7.875" x 12.6875"
277.8 x 200.0 x 322.3mm

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


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Drivers

Both Prime Wireless Pro and LS50 Wireless II are 2-way speakers.

Tweeter - 1 inchWoofer - 5.25 inch
SVS Prime Wireless Pro
Tweeter - 1 inchWoofer - 5.25 inch
KEF LS50 Wireless II

TweeterWoofer

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

Driver SVS Prime Wireless Pro KEF LS50 Wireless II
Driver Setup 2-way 2-way
Tweeter 1-inch 1-inch
Midrange - -
Woofer 1 x 5.25-inch 1 x 5.25-inch

Prime Wireless Pro features a 1" aluminum Dome Tweeter and 1 x 5.25" Polypropylen cone Woofer with a Crossover frequency at 2000Hz. On the other hand, the LS50 Wireless II features a 1" Aluminum Hard-Dome Tweeter and 1 x 5.25" Woofer.

Frequency Response

Prime Wireless Pro has a frequency range of 42-25k Hz whereas LS50 Wireless II has a frequency range of 45-28k Hz. With a minimum frequency of 42Hz, the Prime Wireless Pro can go slightly deeper then the LS50 Wireless II's min frequency of 45Hz.

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

Prime Wireless Pro
LS50 Wireless II
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 Prime Wireless Pro and LS50 Wireless II 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 SVS Prime Wireless Pro's and KEF LS50 Wireless II's external dimensions. SVS Prime Wireless Pro has external dimensions of 295 x 180 x 228mm (11.61 x 7.09 x 8.96 inch) whereas KEF LS50 Wireless II has external dimensions of 277.8 x 200.0 x 322.3mm (10.9375 x 7.875 x 12.6875inch).

SVS Prime Wireless Pro is 20mm narrower and 94.3mm less deeper than KEF LS50 Wireless II but it is also 17.2mm 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 SVS Prime Wireless Pro is approximately 410.4cm2 / 63.6inch2 and base area of the KEF LS50 Wireless II is approximately 644.6cm2 / 99.9inch2. The Prime Wireless Pro requires 36% less surface area than the LS50 Wireless II which gives it a small advantage 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 SVS Prime Wireless Pro weighs 5.30kg / 11.7lbs and the KEF LS50 Wireless II weighs 20.10kg / 44.2lbs. This makes the LS50 Wireless II 279% heavier than the Prime Wireless Pro.

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

Weight
All Bookshelf Speakers
SVS Prime Wireless Pro
KEF LS50 Wireless II
Min
Average
Max

What's in the Box of SVS Prime Wireless Pro?

Here are the items that are included inside the box of Prime Wireless Pro:
  • Active wireless speaker
  • 6-feet AC power cord
  • Grille (pre-installed)
  • 8 Self-adhesive feet
  • Active-Passive Speaker Interconnect Cable: 3m / 10ft
  • Quick Start Guide
  • Warranty/Registration Card
  • SVS brochure
  • Remote

What's in the Box of KEF LS50 Wireless II?

Here are the items that come with the LS50 Wireless II:
  • 2 Wireless powered speakers
  • Two 6.5' AC power cords
  • 10' Cat-6 interconnect speaker cable
  • Remote control
  • 2 \"AAA\" batteries
  • Quick Start Guide
  • Important Safety Information
  • Warranty Information


Reasons to choose SVS Prime Wireless Pro over KEF LS50 Wireless II

Low Frequency Response 42 Hz vs 45 Hz Generates deeper bass
Base Surface Area 410cm2 vs 644cm2 Takes less floor space
Price per pair* 899USD vs 2999USD costs less (*prices may change depending on the seller, location and time)
RCA Connection Yes vs No Connection via RCA input

Reasons to choose KEF LS50 Wireless II over SVS Prime Wireless Pro

High Frequency Response 28k Hz vs 25k Hz Generates higher frequency
Height 277mm vs 295mm Easier to fit in smaller spaces

SVS Prime Wireless Pro vs KEF LS50 Wireless II Specs Table

Detailed comparison of specifications
General SVS Prime Wireless Pro KEF LS50 Wireless II
Brand SVS KEF
Speaker Type Powered Stereo Speakers Powered Stereo Speakers
Frequency Response 42-25k Hz 45-28k Hz
Amplifier
Watts RMS (Continuous) 200-watt RMS 380-watt RMS
Watts Peak (Max) n/a 760-watt RMS
Max Bit Depth 24-bit Yes
Max Sample Rate 192 kHz 384 kHz
Drivers
Woofer Quantity 1 1
Woofer Size 5.25" 5.25"
Woofer Composition Polypropylen cone
Tweeter Size 1" 1"
Tweeter Type Dome Hard-Dome
Aimable Tweeter No No
Midrange Driver No No
Crossover Frequency 2000Hz n/a
Firing Direction rear rear
Physical Specs
Height 295.0mm (11.6") 277.8mm (10.9")
Width 180.0mm (7.1") 200.0mm (7.9")
Depth 228.0mm (9") 322.3mm (12.7")
Weight 5.30kg (11.7lbs) 20.10kg (44.2lbs)
Enclosure Bass Reflex Bass Reflex
Available Colors Piano Gloss Black,Piano Gloss White n/a
Mounting Bracket No
Grille Yes n/a
Moisture Resistancy No No
Connections
Aux Inputs 3.5mm, RCA 3.5mm
USB Port Service and Powering only Service only
Phone Input No No
Subwoofer Output Wired mono-RCA
Digital Input Optical 1
HDMI Input ARC,eARC eARC
Headphone Jack No No
Ethernet Port Yes Yes
Other
Parts Warranty 2 Years 3 Year w/ registration
Labor Warranty 2 Years 3 Year w/ registration

Verdict

These sit in different price classes - KEF LS50 Wireless II costs roughly 3.3x what SVS Prime Wireless Pro does. Expect it to lead on paper; the question is whether the gap is audible enough in your room to be worth it.

AreaBetterWhy
BassASVS Prime Wireless Pro digs deeper - 42Hz against 45Hz. A subwoofer would even that out.
Built-in powerBKEF LS50 Wireless II has the bigger amplifier (380W vs 200W RMS).
Connectionsevenly matchedThe same set of inputs and streaming options.
SizedependsSVS Prime Wireless Pro is easier to place; KEF LS50 Wireless II is bigger, which usually goes with fuller bass. Your room decides.
ExpandabilitydependsSVS Prime Wireless Pro: a sub output; KEF LS50 Wireless II: a sub output.
PriceASVS Prime Wireless Pro is cheaper - $899 against $2,999, about 70% less; arguably a different class.

A SVS Prime Wireless Pro  B KEF LS50 Wireless II
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. In a large or open-plan room, KEF LS50 Wireless II has the cabinet volume to fill it more easily; in a small room, near a wall or at desk distance, SVS Prime Wireless Pro is the easier speaker to get right. Think about the whole system, not just the speakers: the roughly $2,100 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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