Yamaha HS4 vs Yamaha HS5
Both side by side at true size, and which one fits better in typical rooms. Rankings come from the same engine as the quiz, using independent measurements where they exist.
Drawn at the same scale.
Which fits better?
Each situation is run through the same rules as the quiz. A gap of less than 2 points (of 100) counts as about the same.
| Situation | HS4 | HS5 | Better fit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Small room, on a desk (10 m², 0.8 m) | 59 | 64 | HS5 |
| Medium room (18 m², 1.1 m) | 51 | 66 | HS5 |
| Large room, on stands (30 m², 1.8 m) | 45 | 59 | HS5 |
| Desk close to the wall (under 20 cm) | 49 | 60 | HS5 |
| Bass-heavy music (techno, hip-hop) | 40 | 53 | HS5 |
| Flat with neighbours, untreated room | 62 | 66 | HS5 |
Key differences
- The Yamaha HS4 costs €79 less per pair.
- Only the Yamaha HS5 has an independent measurement, so its ranking rests on firmer data.
- The Yamaha HS5 reaches deeper bass: 62 Hz vs 75 Hz (−6 dB).
- The Yamaha HS5 has the bigger woofer (5″ vs 4.5″), which suits larger rooms.
Specs side by side
| Yamaha HS4 | Yamaha HS5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Typical price (pair) | €239 | €318 |
| Preference score (with sub) | — | 6.32 |
| Bass, −6 dB | 75 Hz* | 62 Hz |
| Max level (pair peak at 1 m) | — | — |
| Woofer | 4.5″ | 5″ |
| Ways | 2 | 2 |
| Port | Rear | Rear |
| Room correction | No | No |
| Boundary EQ | Yes | Yes |
| Inputs | XLR, TRS, RCA | XLR, TRS |
| Size (H × W × D) | 240 × 150 × 213 mm | 285 × 170 × 222 mm |
Bold marks the better value where one is clearly better. * estimated from the maker's figure. Max level: peak level of a pair at 1 m, converted from the maker's figure.
Not sure? Check both against your room