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Logitech Z506 vs Logitech Z523

Logitech Z506 Loudspeaker
Logitech Z506
Logitech Z523 Loudspeaker
Logitech Z523
Available colors
Editiorial reviews
5
5 editorial reviews
At their release, Logitech's X-540 5.1 speakers were a hit, thanks to their affordable price and feature-set. In fact, our review from five years ago is still regularly read today. So what about their successor, the Z506? Carrying the same $99 price tag, does Logitech once again give us an...Read more
Logitech Surround Sound Speakers Z506 Computer Speakers: 3 out of 5 stars from 5 genuine reviews on Australia's largest opinion site ProductReview.com.au.Read more
The Z506 5.1 set is part of Logitech's lower-end multi-speaker product range and features five satellite speakers: two 8W front units, one 16W centre and aRead more
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6
6 editorial reviews
PC Magazine is your complete guide to computers, phones, tablets, peripherals and more. We test and review the latest gadgets, products and services, report technology news and trends, and provide shopping advice and price comparisons.Read more
Logitech Speaker System Z523Read more
In our review of Logitech’s Z523 desktop speakers we learn that they shake off their inexpensive price tag and boom with the big boys.Read more
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User rating
124
3.7 out of 5
124 user ratings
5 stars
33 %
4 stars
24 %
3 stars
25 %
2 stars
15 %
1 stars
1 %
68
3.5 out of 5
68 user ratings
5 stars
25 %
4 stars
25 %
3 stars
32 %
2 stars
10 %
1 stars
7 %

Full Comparison

General

Logitech Z506Logitech Z506
Logitech Z523Logitech Z523
Number of speakers5.12.1
Recommended usagePCUniversal

Connectivity

Logitech Z506Logitech Z506
Logitech Z523Logitech Z523
Connectivity technologyWiredWired
Analogue 3.5mm input (Aux)32
Analogue 5.1/6.1/7.1 inputsyesno
Analogue RCA stereo inputyesyes
Analogue RCA stereo outputnono
Digital coaxial input (S/PDIF)00
Digital optical input (S/PDIF)nono
Headphone output3.5 mm3.5 mm
Microphone inputnono
Pre-output (subwoofer)nono
USBnono
Docking Station for mobile/Tabletnono
Remotely operatednono

Design

Logitech Z506Logitech Z506
Logitech Z523Logitech Z523
Colour of productBlack
  • Black
  • White

Dimensions

Logitech Z506Logitech Z506
Logitech Z523Logitech Z523
Weight11.24 lb11.68 lb

Features

Logitech Z506Logitech Z506
Logitech Z523Logitech Z523
Built-in speaker control unityesyes
External control unitnono

Audio features

Logitech Z506Logitech Z506
Logitech Z523Logitech Z523
RMS rated power75.0 W40.0 W
Capacity (max/total)75.0 W40.0 W
Frequency range (max)20000.0 Hz20000.0 Hz
Frequency range (min)45.0 Hz35.0 Hz
Power per channel (RMS)8.0 W9.5 W
Suitable for subwooferyesyes
Surround speakersyesno

Front Speaker

Logitech Z506Logitech Z506
Logitech Z523Logitech Z523
Front speaker / speaker unityesyes
Front speaker / speaker unit width12.6 in7.72 in

Subwoofer

Logitech Z506Logitech Z506
Logitech Z523Logitech Z523
Subwoofer height10.28 in9.02 in
Subwoofer width6.69 in10.0 in
Subwoofer depth8.27 in9.49 in
Type of enclosure
Bass reflex
Passive radiator
Subwoofer capacity27.0 W21.0 W

Power

Logitech Z506Logitech Z506
Logitech Z523Logitech Z523
Battery operatednono
Electric (not USB)yesyes

Pros & Cons

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