KEF LSX II LT vs Bang & Olufsen Beosound A5
KEF LSX II LT
2023 · $999 today
8070
Bang & Olufsen Beosound A5
2023 · $1,399 today
7767
Dashed outline = score at launch
Why KEF LSX II LT is better
- Weight (kg): 3.1 (each) vs 5.3(1.7× less)
- Colors: 3 vs 2(50% more)
Why Bang & Olufsen Beosound A5 is better
- Bluetooth: 5.1 vs 5.0 aptX HD(higher)
Verdict
KEF LSX II LT leads outright in 4 of 6 dimensions today.
Spec by spec
| Spec | KEF LSX II LT | Bang & Olufsen Beosound A5 |
|---|---|---|
| Audio | ||
| Drivers | Uni-Q coaxial 2-way x2 | 2 woofers, 2 tweeters |
| Dolby Atmos | No | No |
| Amplifier power (W) | 200 (per pair) | — |
| Battery life (hrs) | — | 12 |
| Connectivity | ||
| WiFi | 802.11ac dual-band | 802.11ac dual-band |
| Bluetooth | 5.0 aptX HD | 5.1● |
| Chromecast built-in | Yes | Yes |
| Smart Features | ||
| Voice assistants | None built-in (phone assistant only) | None built-in (phone assistant only) |
| Multiroom platform | KEF Connect app | Bang & Olufsen app |
| AirPlay 2 | Yes | Yes |
| Design & Build | ||
| Weight (kg) | 3.1 (each)● | 5.3 |
| Colors | 3● | 2 |