These are not really the same size class, and that is the honest framing here. The W-King X20 ranks #43 of 113 boombox speakers by sound quality at $229.99; the Klipsch Detroit ranks #81 of 120 large speakers by sound quality at $235.11.
The W-King X20 is the deeper-bass choice. A loud stereo party speaker with a large subwoofer, a 24 hour battery with power bank, and water resistance. Its bass reaches about 42Hz before falling 10dB, against 55Hz for the Klipsch Detroit. It has an adjustable EQ, which the Klipsch Detroit lacks. The catch: Rising frequency response but upper treble rolled off, 700Hz and 1.2kHz peaks.
The Klipsch Detroit is the lighter option. A rugged, fully waterproof stereo boombox with a long battery, fast USB-C charging, and power bank output. At 5.5 lbs (2.5 kg) it weighs much less than the W-King X20 at 15.9 lbs (7.2 kg). It links with other speakers (Broadcast Mode), which the W-King X20 cannot. The catch: Weird boosted upper bass, bass not very deep.
Buy the W-King X20 at $229.99 if you want a boombox speaker. Buy the Klipsch Detroit at $235.11 if you want a large speaker instead.
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Specifications Side By Side
| W-King X20 | Klipsch Detroit | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $229.99 after coupon | $235.11 |
| Ranked | #43 of 113 in Boombox Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers | #81 of 120 in Large Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
| App | Yes (W-King app) | Yes |
| Aux Input | Yes | Yes |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | ~42Hz | ~55Hz |
| EQ | Yes (App + button modes) | No |
| IP Rating | IPX6 | IP67 |
| Maximum SPL | 112dB (measured by Alan Ross Reviews) | 93dB (Manufacturer specified) |
| MicroSD Playback | Yes | - |
| Power Bank | Yes (USB-A) | Yes (USB-C, 10W) |
| Power Input | USB-C | USB-C |
| Stereo | Yes | Yes |
| Omnidirectional | No | No |
| TWS | Yes | Yes |
| USB Playback | Yes | - |
| Bluetooth | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC | SBC |
| Party Mode | No | Yes (Broadcast Mode) |
| Built-in Microphone | No | Yes |
| Amplifier Power | 330W peak / 200W RMS | 30W RMS |
| Dimensions | 19.9” x 8.5” x 10.6” (506 x 217 x 270 mm) | 13.1” x 4.2” x 4.7” (334 x 107 x 119 mm) |
| Drivers | 7.5” subwoofer + drivers | 2x 76mm fullrange, 2x 25mm tweeters |
| Weight | 15.9 lbs (7200 g) | 5.5 lbs (2.5 kg) |
| Digital Aux Input | No | No |
| Battery Life | 24 hours (Manufacturer specified) | 20 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.4 | 5.3 |
| Frequency Response | - | 55Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified) |
| Strap | - | Yes (detachable strap) |
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