Polk Audio T15 Black
Score: 71/100
Hisense HS5100
Score: 74/100Rankings
Hisense HS5100 delivers a budget-friendly 5.1-channel experience with 540 W output and a wireless 6.5-inch subwoofer, offering powerful sound and flexible placement. However, rear speakers must be wired and subwoofer dropouts can affect reliability. It fits well for cost-conscious movie and gaming fans.
The Polk Audio T15 is an entry-level 2-way bookshelf speaker pair with strong sensitivity and a wide soundstage. Its ported design limits deep bass and the impedance dip can challenge low-power amps. Best suited for budget-conscious listeners in small rooms.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
— | 5.1best | |
150 W | 540 Wbest | |
89 dBbest | — | |
8 Ωbest | — | |
5.25 inbest | — | |
0.75 inbest | — | |
— | 6.5 inbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 8.25 lb | 3.505 lbbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Power & Performance(1) | ||
Total Power Output (W) | 150 W | 540 W |
Build & Design(2) | ||
System Weight (lb) | 8.25 lb | 3.5053499658 lb |
System Dimensions (H×W×D) (cm) | 10.7×6.5×7.3 in cm | 90.2×9.1×6.1 cm cm |
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Professional reviewers commend the T15's vented enclosure, Dynamic Balance drivers, and high sensitivity, noting that it delivers solid performance for its price and size.
Everyday users love the T15 for its surprising bass, clear mids, and easy wall-mounting, often describing it as a budget winner for small rooms.
Professional reviewers highlight the HS5100 as a strong value proposition, noting its impressive bass from a compact wireless subwoofer, lightweight construction that fits easily on TV stands, and a suite of sound modes that tailor audio for movies, games and music.
Everyday users appreciate the immersive surround sound, the lightweight and space-saving design, and the unexpectedly deep bass from the small subwoofer. However, many complain about intermittent subwoofer drop-outs and the need to wire rear speakers, which detracts from the promised wireless experience.
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