Yamaha HS5 vs ADAM Audio T5V
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 | HS5 | T5V | Better fit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Small room, on a desk (10 m², 0.8 m) | 64 | 77 | T5V |
| Medium room (18 m², 1.1 m) | 66 | 78 | T5V |
| Large room, on stands (30 m², 1.8 m) | 59 | 69 | T5V |
| Desk close to the wall (under 20 cm) | 60 | 73 | T5V |
| Bass-heavy music (techno, hip-hop) | 53 | 75 | T5V |
| Flat with neighbours, untreated room | 66 | 78 | T5V |
Key differences
- The Yamaha HS5 costs €40 less per pair.
- The ADAM Audio T5V is more neutral in independent measurements (preference score 7.02 vs 6.32).
- The ADAM Audio T5V reaches deeper bass: 51 Hz vs 62 Hz (−6 dB).
Specs side by side
| Yamaha HS5 | ADAM Audio T5V | |
|---|---|---|
| Typical price (pair) | €318 | €358 |
| Preference score (with sub) | 6.32 | 7.02 |
| Bass, −6 dB | 62 Hz | 51 Hz |
| Max level (pair peak at 1 m) | — | 106 dB |
| Woofer | 5″ | 5″ |
| Ways | 2 | 2 |
| Port | Rear | Rear |
| Room correction | No | No |
| Boundary EQ | Yes | Yes |
| Inputs | XLR, TRS | XLR, RCA |
| Size (H × W × D) | 285 × 170 × 222 mm | 298 × 179 × 297 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