Short answer: the Neumi BS5P-ARC, if you are buying new. The Neumi BS5P ranks higher than the Edifier R1700BT (#52 vs #88 of 108 powered bookshelf speakers) but is discontinued; its replacement, the Neumi BS5P-ARC, is rated 3.8/5 at $219.99 and is still sold new.
What the Edifier R1700BT does well: A compact powered pair with Bluetooth and analog inputs for easy desktop listening without a separate amplifier. Watch for: Listening impressions suggest a bass-and-treble-forward balance rather than strict neutrality.
The Neumi BS5P is the better-sounding option. An inexpensive powered pair with Bluetooth, optical, coaxial and RCA inputs for a flexible small system. The catch: That result is conditional on the tested firmware and port configuration, not a guarantee for an unknown stock or used pair.
Buy the Neumi BS5P-ARC, the replacement for the discontinued Neumi BS5P; it is rated higher for sound quality than the Edifier R1700BT.
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Specifications Side By Side
| Edifier R1700BT | Neumi BS5P | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $219.99 per pair | $150 per pair Discontinued |
| Ranked | #88 of 108 in Medium Size Powered Bookshelf Speakers | #52 of 108 in Medium Size Powered Bookshelf Speakers |
| Dimensions | 10”H x 6.1”W x 8.4”D (254 x 154.9 x 213.4 mm) | 10.6” x 7.2” x 8.5” (269 x 183 x 216 mm) (H x W x D) |
| Frequency Response | 60 Hz-20 kHz (-3dB) (Manufacturer specified) | 50Hz - 20kHz (Typical in-room) (Manufacturer specified) |
| Inputs | Bluetooth, RCA Input | Bluetooth, optical, coaxial and RCA |
| Outputs | None | - |
| Weight | 14.6 lbs (6.6 kg) | 12.6 lbs (5.7 kg) |
| Drivers | 4” (102mm) woofer | 1” silk-dome tweeter; 5” fiberglass woofer |
| App | No | - |
| Bluetooth | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.1 | - |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC (inferred; additional codecs unverified) | - |
| EQ | No | - |
| Amplifier Power | 66w RMS Per Speaker | 75W total |
| XLR Input | No | No |
| RCA Input | Yes | Yes |
| TRS Input | No | No |
| Optical Input | No | Yes |
| Coaxial Input | No | Yes |
| USB Input | No | No |
| HDMI Input | No | No |
| AES Input | No | No |
| Aux Input | No | No |
| Bass Extension | - | Erin’s response shows usable midbass but limited deep-bass headroom |
| Bass Extension (-3dB) | - | 90.8Hz (measured, Erin’s Audio Corner) |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | - | 56.1Hz (measured, Erin’s Audio Corner) |
| Spinorama Preference Score | - | 4.83 |
| Spinorama Preference Score with Perfect Sub | - | 7.83 |
Where the Ratings Come From
- Edifier R1700BT: reviews by DSAUDIO.review.
- Neumi BS5P: Spinorama.org measurements and reviews by Erin’s Audio Corner.
This comparison is generated from the ratings, specifications and measurements on each product’s own page, and it updates when that data changes. How we rank explains how each rating is decided.
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