Short answer: the KRK Rokit 8 G5 for better sound quality, the KRK Rokit 7 G4 for the lower price. The KRK Rokit 8 G4 measures as well as the KRK Rokit 7 G4 (#97 vs #98 of 119 powered bookshelf speakers) but is discontinued. Its replacement, the KRK Rokit 8 G5, is rated 4.0/5 at $1,076; the KRK Rokit 7 G4 is rated 3.9/5 at $334, $742 cheaper.
What the KRK Rokit 8 G4 does well: An 8 inch studio monitor with balanced inputs and room adjustment, for listeners who want more scale than a compact monitor. The catch: The large cabinet requires substantial desk or stand space.
The case for the KRK Rokit 7 G4: A 7 inch studio monitor that sits between compact and 8 inch models, with balanced inputs and room adjustment controls. Watch for: Its balanced studio inputs need a suitable source connection rather than offering built-in consumer streaming.
Buy the KRK Rokit 7 G4 if price matters most. For better sound quality, the KRK Rokit 8 G5, the replacement for the discontinued KRK Rokit 8 G4, is rated higher but costs $1,076.
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Specifications Side By Side
| KRK Rokit 8 G4 | KRK Rokit 7 G4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $500 per pair Discontinued | $334.00 per pair |
| Ranked | #97 of 119 in Large Size Powered Bookshelf Speakers | #98 of 119 in Large Size Powered Bookshelf Speakers |
| Dimensions | 15.7”H x 10.5”W x 12.2”D (400 x 266.7 x 309.9 mm) | 13.4”H x 8.9”W x 11.2”D (340.4 x 226.1 x 284.5 mm) |
| Inputs | TRS, XLR | TRS, XLR |
| Weight | 23.1 lbs (10.5 kg) | 16.8 lbs (7.6 kg) |
| Drivers | 8” (203mm) woofer | 7” (178mm) woofer |
| App | No | No |
| Bluetooth | No | No |
| EQ | Yes (Room adjustment) | Yes (Room adjustment) |
| DSP | No | No |
| Amplifier Power | 100w Per Speaker | 145w Per Speaker |
| XLR Input | Yes | Yes |
| RCA Input | No | No |
| TRS Input | Yes | Yes |
| Optical Input | No | No |
| Coaxial Input | No | No |
| USB Input | No | No |
| HDMI Input | No | No |
| AES Input | No | No |
| Aux Input | No | No |
| Frequency Response | 36Hz - 40kHz (Manufacturer specified) | 42Hz - 40kHz (Manufacturer specified) |
Where the Ratings Come From
- KRK Rokit 8 G4: reviews by DSAUDIO.review and Sercan Solmaz.
- KRK Rokit 7 G4: reviews by DSAUDIO.review.
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