Polk Audio T30 Black
Score: 70/100
Acoustic Audio AA5172
Score: 71/100Rankings
The Acoustic Audio AA5172 delivers 700 W of 5.1-channel power with a range of wired and Bluetooth inputs, making it a solid budget home-theater solution. However, it lacks independent verification and is geared toward wired setups, limiting flexibility. Best suited for users who already have a receiver and want an affordable, feature-rich system.
The Polk Audio T30 is a budget-friendly 2-way center channel speaker with high sensitivity and dual woofers for clear dialogue. Its two-way design and modest power handling limit performance in larger rooms. Best suited for small-to-medium home-theater setups with standard AV receivers.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
— | 6best | |
— | 20 Hzbest | |
100 W | 700 Wbest | |
90 dBbest | — | |
8 Ωbest | — | |
5.25 inbest | 5 in | |
1 inbest | — | |
| ↓ lower better | 11.45 lbbest | 20 lb |
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Power & Performance(1) | ||
Total Power Output (W) | 100 W | 700 W |
Audio(2) | ||
Frequency Response (Hz) | 55-24000 Hz | 20-20000 Hz |
Woofer Size (in) | 5.25 in | 5 in |
General(1) | ||
Warranty (years) | 5 years | Lifetime years |
Build & Design(2) | ||
System Weight (lb) | 11.45 lb | 20.0 lb |
System Dimensions (H×W×D) (cm) | 6.5×19×8.5 in cm | 31.2×33.3×17.0 cm cm |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers commend the T30 for its natural, well-balanced sound and impressive bass response at a low price point, noting its high sensitivity makes it easy to drive with typical receivers.
Everyday users consistently praise the T30 for clear dialogue, straightforward setup, and good performance without needing a powerful amp. Common themes include appreciation for its value, compact size, and ease of wiring, while recurring concerns revolve around wall-mounting options, lack of magnetic shielding details, and occasional questions about impedance compatibility.
