Cambridge Audio MINXX201 vs Polk Audio HTS10
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Choosing between the Cambridge Audio MINXX201 and Polk Audio HTS10? Both compete in the Subwoofer segment. Here’s how they compare across the specs that matter most for your home theater.
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Looking at overall performance dimensions: The Cambridge Audio MINXX201 scores higher in volume/SPL, form factor, room fit. The Polk Audio HTS10 leads in audio quality. They score similarly in value.
Key subwoofer differences include driver sizes of 6" vs 10", and passive radiator vs ported enclosure designs. Room size and placement will significantly affect real-world bass performance.
The Cambridge Audio MINXX201 holds an advantage across more performance dimensions, but the Polk Audio HTS10 may still be the better pick depending on which specs matter most to your setup. See the detailed comparison table below for the full breakdown.
Performance Overview
Scores based on specs and category benchmarks (0–100 scale)
Detailed Specifications
| Specification | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | N/A | N/A |
| Driver Size | 6" | 10" |
| RMS Watts | 200W | 100W |
| -3dB Extension | — | 30Hz |
| -6dB Extension | 36Hz | 25Hz |
| Phase Control | Yes | Yes |
| LFE Input | Yes | Yes |
| Line Input | Yes | Yes |
| XLR Input | No | No |
| App Control | No | No |
| Passive | No | No |
| Enclosure | passive radiator | ported |
Key Differences
- Enclosure: Cambridge Audio MINXX201 at passive radiator vs Polk Audio HTS10 at ported
- RMS Watts: Cambridge Audio MINXX201 at 200W vs Polk Audio HTS10 at 100W
- Driver Size: Cambridge Audio MINXX201 at 6" vs Polk Audio HTS10 at 10"
- -6dB Extension: Cambridge Audio MINXX201 at 36Hz vs Polk Audio HTS10 at 25Hz
- -3dB Extension: Cambridge Audio MINXX201 at — vs Polk Audio HTS10 at 30Hz
Which Should You Choose?
Choose Cambridge Audio MINXX201 if you want:
- + better rms watts
Choose Polk Audio HTS10 if you want:
- + larger driver
- + better -6db extension
See Where These Rank
Check our editorial rankings to see how Cambridge Audio MINXX201 and Polk Audio HTS10 compare to the rest of the field.
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