RS201E vs Rotel DX5
The DX5's output impedance is 75Ω against the RS201E's 4Ω, its weight 4.1 kg (9 lbs) against 2.27 kg (5 lbs), and its height 76 mm against 76.2 mm. Both share power @ 8ω (25W).
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The HiFi Rose RS201E is an integrated amplifier and network audio/video streamer with an 8.8-inch 4K touchscreen. Its Class-D amplifier delivers up to 50 watts per channel into 4 ohms, while built-in Ethernet, dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, AirPlay, and DLNA support provide flexible network and wireless connectivity. It supports services including TIDAL, Spotify Connect, and Qobuz, and is Roon Ready and MQA compatible. The RS201E can play local music and video files, output video through HDMI at up to 4K/60 Hz, and access RoseTube. Storage options include USB, microSD, and an internal SATA/SSD connection; it also supports CD playback and ripping when used with a compatible external USB CD drive. The unit can be controlled from its touchscreen, remote control, or the HiFi Rose app.
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The DX5's output impedance is 75Ω against the RS201E's 4Ω, its weight 4.1 kg (9 lbs) against 2.27 kg (5 lbs), and its height 76 mm against 76.2 mm. Both share power @ 8ω (25W).
The SA-C600's power @ 8ω is 20W against the RS201E's 25W, its weight 4.8 kg (11 lbs) against 2.27 kg (5 lbs), its height 94 mm against 76.2 mm, and its width 340 mm against 279.4 mm.
The TDAI-1120's power @ 8ω is 60W against the RS201E's 25W, its output impedance 75Ω against 4Ω, its weight 3.3 kg (7 lbs) against 2.27 kg (5 lbs), and its height 101 mm against 76.2 mm.
The C 3030's power @ 8ω is 50W against the RS201E's 25W, its output impedance 2.2Ω against 4Ω, its weight 5.8 kg (13 lbs) against 2.27 kg (5 lbs), and its height 129 mm against 76.2 mm.
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