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SVS Prime Wireless Pro vs KEF LSX II Comparison

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SVS Prime Wireless Pro

Powered Bookshelf | 42-25k Hz

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KEF LSX II

Powered Bookshelf | 54-28k Hz

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SVS Prime Wireless Pro vs KEF LSX II Speaker Comparison

In this review, we will be comparing Prime Wireless Pro and LSX 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 LSX II first before getting into our more detailed comparison.

Key SpecsSVS Prime Wireless ProKEF LSX II
BrandSVS
United States · founded 1998
KEF
United Kingdom · founded 1961
Design2-way2-way
Built-in amplifier200-watt RMS200-watt RMS
Uni-Q driver—11th Generation Uni-Q
Tweeter1" Dome0.75" Hard-Dome
Woofer5.25" Polypropylen cone4.5" Magnesium/Aluminium alloy
Frequency response42-25k Hz54-28k Hz
Max depth / sample rate24-bit / 192 kHz24-bit / 384 kHz
BluetoothBuilt-in 5.0Built-in 4.2
App controlYesYes
Weight5.30kg / 11.7lbs3.60kg / 7.9lbs
Dimensions (H x W x D)11.61" x 7.09" x 8.96"
295 x 180 x 228mm
9.5" x 6.1" x 7.1"
240 × 155 × 180 mm

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 LSX II are 2-way speakers.

Tweeter - 1 inchWoofer - 5.25 inch
SVS Prime Wireless Pro
Tweeter - 0.75 inchWoofer - 4.5 inch
KEF LSX 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 LSX II
Driver Setup 2-way 2-way
Tweeter 1-inch 0.75-inch
Midrange - -
Woofer 1 x 5.25-inch 1 x 4.5-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 LSX II features a 0.75" Aluminum Hard-Dome Tweeter and 1 x 4.5" Magnesium/Aluminium alloy Woofer.

Frequency Response

Prime Wireless Pro has a frequency range of 42-25k Hz whereas LSX II has a frequency range of 54-28k Hz. With a minimum frequency of 42Hz, the Prime Wireless Pro can go significantly deeper on the low side and provide stronger bass compared to the LSX II's min frequency of 54Hz.

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
LSX 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 LSX 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.

KEF LSX II  Port
KEF LSX II Port

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 LSX 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 LSX II has external dimensions of 240 × 155 × 180 mm (9.5 × 6.1 × 7.1 inch).

SVS Prime Wireless Pro is clearly the larger of the two speakers. Its body is 25mm wider, 55mm taller and 48mm deeper than KEF LSX II.

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 LSX II is approximately 279.0cm2 / 43.2inch2. The Prime Wireless Pro requires 47% more surface area than the LSX II 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 SVS Prime Wireless Pro weighs 5.30kg / 11.7lbs and the KEF LSX II weighs 3.60kg / 7.9lbs. This makes the Prime Wireless Pro 47% heavier than the LSX II.

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

Weight
All Bookshelf Speakers
SVS Prime Wireless Pro
KEF LSX 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 LSX II?

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


Reasons to choose SVS Prime Wireless Pro over KEF LSX II

Woofer Size 5.25 inches vs 4.5 inches Larger woofer
Low Frequency Response 42 Hz vs 54 Hz Generates deeper bass
Price per pair* 899USD vs 1299USD 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 LSX II over SVS Prime Wireless Pro

High Frequency Response 28k Hz vs 25k Hz Generates higher frequency
Height 240mm vs 295mm Easier to fit in smaller spaces
Base Surface Area 279cm2 vs 410cm2 Takes less floor space

SVS Prime Wireless Pro vs KEF LSX II Specs Table

Detailed comparison of specifications
General SVS Prime Wireless Pro KEF LSX II
Brand SVS KEF
Speaker Type Powered Stereo Speakers Powered Stereo Speakers
Frequency Response 42-25k Hz 54-28k Hz
Amplifier
Watts RMS (Continuous) 200-watt RMS 200-watt RMS
Max Bit Depth 24-bit 24-bit
Max Sample Rate 192 kHz 384 kHz
Drivers
Woofer Quantity 1 1
Woofer Size 5.25" 4.5"
Woofer Composition Polypropylen cone Magnesium/Aluminium alloy
Woofer Surround Material n/a Rubber
Tweeter Size 1" 0.75"
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") 240.0mm (9.4")
Width 180.0mm (7.1") 155.0mm (6.1")
Depth 228.0mm (9") 180.0mm (7.1")
Weight 5.30kg (11.7lbs) 3.60kg (7.9lbs)
Enclosure Bass Reflex Bass Reflex
Available Colors Piano Gloss Black,Piano Gloss White Carbon Black, Mineral White, Cobalt Blue, Lava Red, and Soundwave
Mounting Bracket No No
Grille Yes n/a
Moisture Resistancy No No
Connections
Aux Inputs 3.5mm, RCA 3.5mm
USB Port Service and Powering only USB-C (connects to your computer)
Phone Input No No
Subwoofer Output Wired Wired
Digital Input Optical Optical
HDMI Input ARC,eARC ARC
Headphone Jack No No
Ethernet Port Yes Yes
Other
Parts Warranty 2 Years 1 Year
Labor Warranty 2 Years 1 Year

Verdict

No single best speaker here - they are built to different priorities, and the right one depends on your room, your sources and what you listen to.

AreaBetterWhy
BassASVS Prime Wireless Pro digs deeper - 42Hz against 54Hz.
Built-in powerevenly matchedSimilar onboard amplification (200W vs 200W RMS).
Connectionsevenly matchedThe same set of inputs and streaming options.
SizedependsKEF LSX II is easier to place; SVS Prime Wireless Pro is bigger, which usually goes with fuller bass. Your room decides.
ExpandabilitydependsSVS Prime Wireless Pro: a sub output; KEF LSX II: a sub output.
PriceASVS Prime Wireless Pro is cheaper - $899 against $1,299, about 31% less.

A SVS Prime Wireless Pro  B KEF LSX 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?

SVS Prime Wireless Pro has the edge on paper, though the margin is not large. The rows marked "depends" may matter more to you than the score does. If a subwoofer is in your plans, the bass gap largely stops mattering - you would be crossing over above 54Hz anyway, so judge these on the other rows instead. In a large or open-plan room, SVS Prime Wireless Pro has the cabinet volume to fill it more easily; in a small room, near a wall or at desk distance, KEF LSX II is the easier speaker to get right.

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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