Product Comparison: Logitech Z-5500 vs Bose Companion 5

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Logitech Z-5500 THX-Certified 5.1 Digital Surround Sound Speaker System

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Bose Companion 5 Multimedia Speaker System – Graphite/Silver

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General Specifications

Brand

Logitech

Bose

Model

Z-5500

Companion 5

About the Product

Logitech Z-5500 Speaker System Logitech has taken everything that made their speaker systems special and made it even better. How did they go about this? The answer is simple: by improving everything from the subwoofer to the satellites and braving new innovative territory such as real-time digital sound equalization. The result of their hard work is the Logitech Z-5500 Digital speaker system. This THX-certified, 505-watt 5.1 surround sound speaker system offers anything and everything you could possibly want out of your sound, plus a few things you didn't even know you needed. Once you plug in your PC, DVD player, music player, or video game console, you'll be interpreting sound in a whole new way!

Five-speaker systems are great for home theater—but they’re not so sensible for your laptop or PC entertainment. That’s why we developed Companion® 5 speakers. They’re designed for 5.1-encoded music, games and movies, using just two desktop speakers and a hideaway Acoustimass module . You’ll hear multichannel sound in a way that seems to surround you—without the clutter of five speakers. And setup is easy, with a single USB connection to your computer.

Origin

USA

Size & Weight

Material

Plastic

Color

Black/Silver

Black

Height

26.9 in.

8.9 in.

Width

20.5 in.

5.8 in.

Depth

16.2 in.

3.8 in.

Weight

54.5 lbs.

27 lbs.

Logitech Z-5500

Bose Companion 5

Logitech Z-5500

Bose Companion 5

Logitech Z-5500

Bose Companion 5

Logitech Z-5500

Bose Companion 5

What customers say about "Size & Weight"

Logitech Z-5500 THX-Certified 5.1 Digital Surround Sound Speaker System

As I was unpacking the box, I was very impressed by the quality of the speakers and the size of the sub.
The included speaker wire is sufficient to place the speakers anywhere in a medium-size room.
The size of these and the sounds they produce are perfect.
It's perfect for most mid size rooms and computer systems.
I use this system in my living room as a compact sound system.
You might have a hard time finding a place for that beast to be.

Bose Companion 5 Multimedia Speaker System – Graphite/Silver

This sound system, especially for the size, is unbelievably fantastic.
The sound that comes from these small stylish speakers is wonderful for the size and they look incredible.
The speakers have a nice weight to them but are not at all bulky.
Bass is excellent for its size(enough for the system considering that its only 2 speakers)
The weighted control pod with a non-slip material on the bottom provides great tactile feel and ease of control.
The amount of metal and weight to them proved misleading, sadly.

Audio

Min. Frequency

33 Hz

Max. Frequency

20 kHz

Sensitivity

100 dB

What customers say about "Audio"

Logitech Z-5500 THX-Certified 5.1 Digital Surround Sound Speaker System

The sound is clean (distortion free), especially in the lower frequencies.
The bass is very full and deep which I love and all other frequencies are very clear.
The sound quality is excelent through the full frequency range.
This clarity is most notable in the mid to high frequency range.
I only wanted it for movie/music audio and this system has almost nothing in the mid frequency range.

Bose Companion 5 Multimedia Speaker System – Graphite/Silver

Coming to higher frequencies, the speakers are relatively OK.
I can hear every single snare and bass frequency.
Subwoofer provides excellent very low frequency sounds.
The audio imaging is remarkable, with separation of vocals, strings, woodwind, percussion, etc.
The ultra high frequency response is way too loud for me.
The volume adjustment is a little too sensitive as well, so be careful with it.

Features

System Type

5.1

2.1

Power

505 Watt

Inputs

5.1 channel audio line-in, SPDIF input, 3.5mm input

3.5mm input, Headphone jack

Extras

Audio inputs for up to six devices, Includes wireless remote control with batteries

No special software, sound card upgrade, adaptors or complicated wiring required.Do not unplug any cables during this setup procedure, Speaker arrays come fully assembled on stands for superb performance and more usable desktop space, Proprietary integrated signal processing delivers lifelike performance at almost any volume level

What customers say about "Features"

Logitech Z-5500 THX-Certified 5.1 Digital Surround Sound Speaker System

Its more than powerful enough for a average size home theater.
The amp has plenty of power, even at lower volumes.
I particularly like having a lighted power button, a really nice way to quickly turn the speakers on and off without having to search for the right button or menu option.
Sound quality for movie is not that demanding so this system with the powerful subwoofer can deliver enough theatre experience.
Subwoofer with enough power to flatten a building.

Bose Companion 5 Multimedia Speaker System – Graphite/Silver

These are defintely some powerful speakers.
The sound is bright and colorful with a lot of power behind it.
Awesome clarity, powerful enough for a party!!
The wired remote feature is rather useful as well and easy to get use to.
Wish there were more inputs for the 3.5mm jack, but I've bought a 3.5mm jack splitter so I can add additional sources.

Warranty / Certifications

Manufacturer Warranty

2 year(s)

1 year(s)

Certifications

Other Information

MSRP

399.95 $