These sit in different size classes, so this is not a straight ranking comparison. The Edifier R2850DB ranks #103 of 119 powered bookshelf speakers by sound quality at $499.99; the Edifier D12 ranks #7 of 29 powered desktop speakers by sound quality at $179.99.
The case for the Edifier R2850DB: A big three way powered pair with deep bass, enough output for a large room, and Bluetooth, optical and RCA inputs. The tradeoff: The big cabinets need real stand or furniture space, and their bass is slightly boomy.
The case for the Edifier D12: A stereo desktop speaker in one box with Bluetooth, aux and RCA inputs, and a lot of sound for the money. It keeps a wired aux input, which the Edifier R2850DB lacks. It has an adjustable EQ, which the Edifier R2850DB lacks.
Buy the Edifier R2850DB ($499.99) for a powered bookshelf speaker; the Edifier D12 ($179.99) suits a powered desktop speaker instead.
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Specifications Side By Side
| Edifier R2850DB | Edifier D12 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $499.99 per pair | $179.99 each |
| Ranked | #103 of 119 in Large Size Powered Bookshelf Speakers | #7 of 29 in Medium Size Powered Desktop Speakers |
| Dimensions | 18.1”H x 10.1”W x 12.4”D (459.7 x 256.5 x 315 mm) | 14.1” x 6.3” x 8” (359 x 159 x 203.5 mm) |
| Frequency Response | 42Hz-20kHz (-3dB) (Manufacturer specified) | 54Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified) |
| Inputs | Bluetooth, 2x RCA Input, Digital Optical, Digital Coax | Bluetooth, Aux, RCA |
| Weight | 50.7 lbs (23 kg) | 10.1 lbs (4.6 kg) |
| Drivers | 8” (203mm) woofer | 2x 4” woofers, 2x 19mm silk dome tweeters |
| App | No | No |
| Bluetooth | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.1 | 5.0 |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC, aptX | SBC (inferred; additional codecs unverified) |
| EQ | No | Yes (Bass/Treble controls) |
| DSP | No | - |
| Amplifier Power | 75w RMS Per Speaker | 70W (R/L treble: 15W+15W, R/L mid-bass: 20W+20W) |
| XLR Input | No | No |
| RCA Input | Yes | Yes |
| TRS Input | No | No |
| Optical Input | Yes | No |
| Coaxial Input | Yes | No |
| USB Input | No | No |
| HDMI Input | No | No |
| AES Input | No | No |
| Aux Input | No | Yes |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | - | 57Hz |
| Battery Life | - | No Battery |
| IP Rating | - | None |
| Outputs | - | Subwoofer line out |
| Power Bank | - | No |
| Power Input | - | AC Power cable |
| Stereo | - | Yes |
| TWS | - | No |
| Woofer Cabinet | - | ported |
| Party Mode | - | No |
| Wi-Fi | - | No |
| Subwoofer Output | - | Yes |
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