Emotiva XPA-2 Gen3 vs Emotiva XPA-5 Gen3
The Emotiva XPA-2 Gen3 is rated for more power (300 W vs 250 W per channel) and costs less ($1,499 vs $2,249). The Emotiva XPA-5 Gen3 has more channels (5 vs 2).
What each one works with
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| XPA-2 Gen3 | XPA-5 Gen3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Speakers it drives | 98 of 98 | 98 of 98 |
Specs side by side
Values that differ are bold. A dash means that model doesn't publish the spec.
| XPA-2 Gen3 | XPA-5 Gen3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Channels | 2 | 5 |
| Power | 300 W at 8 Ω | 250 W at 8 Ω |
| Lowest impedance | 4 Ω | 4 Ω |
| Inputs | RCA, XLR | RCA, XLR |
| Size | 17×8×19 in | 17×8×19 in |
| Power at 4 Ω | 490 W | — |
| Weight | 16.1 kg (35.5 lb) | 20.9 kg (46.1 lb) |
| MSRP | $1,499 each (MSRP, September 2026) | $2,249 each (MSRP, September 2026) |
Every spec and pairing: Emotiva XPA-2 Gen3, Emotiva XPA-5 Gen3.
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