Klipsch

R-800F

A entry-level pick in the home audio speakers line-up, with Floor standing up front.

50/100
Mixed bag
Overall score · how we rate
Floor standingBlackrearLTS tweeter with Kapton suspensionTCP
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Why we rate it

  • Ported (bass reflex)
  • Scores 50/100
  • No active (powered)
  • Below-average woofer count
Score profile

Where the R-800F wins and loses

Scored against the home audio speakers class
FormDriversOverall806550
Form factor
80
Drivers
65
Overall spec score
50
Full specification

Specifications

Grouped · supported features marked in blue

Form factor

Form factorFloor standing
Ported (bass reflex)Yes
Port positionrear

Drivers

Tweeter count1
Tweeter typeLTS tweeter with Kapton suspension
Woofer count1
Woofer materialTCP

Design

Weight (each)24.49 kg
FinishBlack
Head to head

R-800F vs Wharfedale Diamond 12.4i Floorstanding Speakers

Highlighted cell = better in that row
FormDriversOverall
R-800FDiamond 12.4i Floorstanding Speakers
 KlipschR-800FThis pageWharfedaleDiamond 12.4i Floorstanding Speakers
Overall score50 /10050 /100
Form factorFloor standingFloorstanding
Way2.5
Who it's for

Is the R-800F right for you?

Buy it if
Buyers on a budget

Anyone who needs a dependable home audio speaker for the essentials without overspending.

Skip it if
Skip it if

You need active (powered), in which case a higher-tier home audio speaker is the better call.

Critical listener
Cares about detail, tuning and codec support.
okay
Everyday listener
Music, calls and commuting, wants a safe all-rounder.
good
Value seeker
Wants the most sound for the least outlay.
okay
Common questions

Before you buy

Is the R-800F worth it?

It depends on what you need. It scores 50/100 against other home audio speakers, a entry-level result where the class average is around 51.

What stands out on the R-800F?

Its ported (bass reflex) stands out, a genuinely useful feature if your setup calls for it.

How does it compare to the Diamond SW150 Subwoofer?

The Diamond SW150 Subwoofer scores 51/100 versus this one at 50/100, so it is the step up on the spec sheet.