Polk Audio
Polk Audio Monitor XT20
A entry-level home audio speaker for listeners who care how it sounds, leading with Midnight Black.
50/100
Midnight BlackTerylene Dome
£258best price at Amazon
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Why we rate it
- Scores 50/100
- Built for the job
- No active (powered)
- Below-average woofer count
Score profile
Scored against the home audio speakers classWhere the Polk Audio Monitor XT20 wins and loses
Full specification
Grouped · supported features marked in blueSpecifications
Drivers
Tweeter typeTerylene Dome
Woofer count1
Power and sensitivity
Nominal impedance4
Design
Weight (each)5.44 kg
FinishMidnight Black
More specs
BookshelfYes
Head to head
Highlighted cell = better in that rowPolk Audio Monitor XT20 vs Wharfedale Wharfedale Diamond 12.3i
Polk Audio Monitor XT20Wharfedale Diamond 12.3i
| Polk AudioPolk Audio Monitor XT20This page | WharfedaleWharfedale Diamond 12.3i | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 50 /100 | 55 /100Better |
| Form factor | — | Floorstanding |
Who it's for
Is the Polk Audio Monitor XT20 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.
good
Common questions
Before you buy
Is the Polk Audio Monitor XT20 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 Polk Audio Monitor XT20?
Its overall 50/100 rating against the rest of the home audio speakers class.
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.
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