Polk Audio PSW10
Score: 80/100
Acoustic Audio AA5170
Score: 76/100Rankings
The Polk Audio PSW10 is a compact powered subwoofer that offers strong bass and a flexible crossover. Its main trade-offs are the absence of remote control and wireless features. Best suited for budget-conscious home-theater users who prioritize performance over connectivity.
The Acoustic Audio AA5170 is a 5.1-channel home-theater system delivering 700 W of power with Bluetooth streaming and a suite of wired inputs. Its wired satellite speakers and manual mode switching limit flexibility, making it best for budget-focused users seeking a complete plug-and-play setup.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
— | 20 kHzbest | |
50 W | 700 Wbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 11.79 kg | 9.07 kgbest |
— | 5.1best | |
| ↓ lower better | 1 %best | — |
5 yearsbest | — | |
25.4 cmbest | — | |
| ↓ lower better | 53,171 cm³best | 71,810 cm³ |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Controls(1) | ||
Remote Control | false | true |
Audio(2) | ||
Frequency Response (kHz) | 0.035-0.2 kHz | 20 kHz |
RMS Power (W) | 50 W | 700 W |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Weight (kg) | 11.79 kg | 9.07 kg |
Dimensions (H×W×D) (cm³) | 53171 cm³ | 71810 cm³ |
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Professional reviewers consistently highlight the PSW10's ability to deliver clear, accurate bass at an affordable price, noting its robust 10-inch driver, 50 W RMS amplifier, and non-resonant MDF enclosure as key contributors to its performance. They also commend the adjustable crossover and phase switch for easy system integration, while appreciating its elegant, space-saving design.
Everyday users praise the subwoofer's compact size, powerful bass output, and flexible connectivity options that let it work with a variety of receivers. The most common criticisms revolve around the lack of a remote control, no wireless or Bluetooth connectivity, and the absence of magnetic shielding.
“clear, accurate bass despite its affordable price point”
“ability to integrate the subwoofer with various receiver configurations”
“Heavy subwoofer, simple rear-panel connections, and complete cabling for quick integration.”
Professional reviewers are not present in the available sources; manufacturer and retailer descriptions emphasize value, plug‑and‑play convenience, and Bluetooth streaming, but no independent editorial assessments were found.
Everyday users appreciate the solid feel of the heavy subwoofer, the completeness of the included cabling, and the ease of initial setup, while noting the wired nature of the satellites and the need to manually switch from 2.1 to 5.1 as minor inconveniences.
