Edifier
Edifier MR5
A strong pick in the home audio speakers line-up, with Bookshelf up front.
70/100
Bookshelf3-wayWhitePairSilk dome6.0
£280best price at Amazon
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Why we rate it
- Active (powered)
- RCA in
- XLR in
- Above-average drivers per speaker
- Below-average woofer count
Score profile
Scored against the home audio speakers classWhere the Edifier MR5 wins and loses
Full specification
Grouped · supported features marked in blueSpecifications
Form factor
Form factorBookshelf
Active (powered)Yes
Sold asPair
Drivers
N-way design3
Tweeter count1
Tweeter typeSilk dome
Midrange count1
Woofer count1
Drivers per speaker3
Frequency response
Frequency low46 Hz
Power and sensitivity
Recommended amp power110 W
Max SPL101
Connections (active models)
Bluetooth6
RCA inYes
XLR inYes
Design
Weight (each)10.38 kg
Cabinet materialMDF wood
FinishWhite
More specs
Power110 W
BookshelfYes
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Highlighted cell = better in that rowEdifier MR5 vs KEF KEF LSX II LT
Edifier MR5KEF LSX II LT
| EdifierEdifier MR5This page | KEFKEF LSX II LT | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 70 /100Better | 63 /100 |
| Form factor | Bookshelf | Bookshelf |
| Way | 3 | — |
| Freq low | 46 Hz | — |
Who it's for
Is the Edifier MR5 right for you?
Buy it if
Made for keen listeners
Listeners who care how it sounds who want a home audio speaker that delivers without fuss, and this one fits.
Skip it if
Skip it if
You need reference-grade sound and features, in which case a higher-tier home audio speaker is the better call.
Critical listener
Cares about detail, tuning and codec support.
good
Everyday listener
Music, calls and commuting, wants a safe all-rounder.
good
Value seeker
Wants the most sound for the least outlay.
excellent
Common questions
Before you buy
Is the Edifier MR5 worth it?
For most buyers, yes. It scores 70/100 against other home audio speakers, a strong result where the class average is around 51.
What stands out on the Edifier MR5?
Its active (powered) stands out, a genuinely useful feature if your setup calls for it.
How does it compare to the KEF LS50 Meta?
The KEF LS50 Meta scores 58/100 versus this one at 70/100, so this is the stronger pick on the spec sheet.
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