Short answer: the Perlisten R5t. Both are rated 4.5/5 for sound quality (#33 and #29 of 228 floorstanding speakers), and the Perlisten R5t costs $8,790 against $11,000 for the Revel F228Be, with sound quality a draw, the lower price decides it.
The Perlisten R5t is the more accurate choice. Mid-size floorstanding speakers with highly accurate, smooth sound and deep bass, bringing flagship refinement down to a more reachable price. Its measured preference score, a predictor of how neutral it sounds, is 7.16 against 6.01 for the Revel F228Be. The catch: On-axis deviation of 0.277dB and a pronounced -0.28dB per octave downward slope point to a warmer, less forward tonal balance, consistent with Sound & Vision’s review finding it leans analytical rather than warm and wanting more air in larger rooms.
The case for the Revel F228Be: Premium floorstanding speakers with extremely accurate sound, very low distortion, wide even dispersion and a forgiving range of listening heights. The tradeoff: Minimum impedance dips to 3.4 ohms with a secondary rise around 2kHz, calling for an amplifier comfortable with a demanding load.
Buy the Perlisten R5t. Both are rated the same for sound quality, and it costs $2,210 less than the Revel F228Be.
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Measured Differences
- Tonal accuracy above the bass: with a subwoofer taking the low end, the Perlisten R5t scores 8.5 against 7.5 for the Revel F228Be on the Spinorama preference scale. Its frequency response and off-axis sound are smoother, so voices and instruments sound closer to the recording.
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Specifications Side By Side
| Perlisten R5t | Revel F228Be | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $8,790 per pair | $11,000 per pair |
| Ranked | #33 of 228 in Large Size Floorstanding Speakers | #29 of 228 in Large Size Floorstanding Speakers |
| Enclosure | 3-way, switchable bass reflex / acoustic suspension | - |
| Drivers | 3x 26mm silk dome (tweeter + 2 midrange), 2x 165mm (6.5”) HPF woofers | Dual 8” (200mm) Deep Ceramic Composite aluminum cones, with cast frames woofers, 5-1/4” (130mm) Deep Ceramic Composite aluminum cone, with cast frame midrange, 1” (25mm) Beryllium dome, with acoustic lens waveguide tweeter |
| Dimensions | 43.3”H x 9.1”W x 13.8”D (1100 x 230 x 350 mm) | 50.9”H x 13.5”W x 17.6”D (1292.9 x 342.9 x 447 mm) |
| Weight | 58.4 lbs (26.5 kg) each | 112.4 lbs (51 kg) each |
| Sensitivity | 89.0dB @ 2.83V/1m | 89.3dB (300Hz-3kHz @ 2.83V/1m, measured by Audio Science Review; 90dB manufacturer specified) |
| Impedance | 4 ohms nominal, 3.2 ohms minimum | 8 ohms |
| Power Handling | 100-250W RMS recommended amplifier power | - |
| Frequency Response | 80Hz-20kHz +/-1.5dB | - |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 24Hz (bass reflex) / 38Hz (acoustic suspension) | 25Hz (measured, Audio Science Review) |
| Certification | THX Dominus, THX Ultra | - |
| Warranty | 5 years, extendable to 6 with product registration | - |
| Country | Designed in the United States (Verona, Wisconsin) | - |
| Maximum SPL | 113.0dB peak (manufacturer specified) | - |
| Spinorama Preference Score | 7.16 | 6.01 |
| Spinorama Preference Score with Perfect Sub | 8.50 | 7.51 |
| Bass Extension (-3dB) | 44.6Hz (manufacturer spinorama data) | 61Hz (measured, Audio Science Review) |
| DIY Kit | No | No |
| Woofer Cabinet | - | ported, front |
Where the Ratings Come From
- Perlisten R5t: Spinorama.org measurements and reviews by Audiograde and Sound & Vision.
- Revel F228Be: Spinorama.org measurements and reviews by Audio Science Review.
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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