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AKEF R3 MetaBPolk Reserve R200
KEF R3 MetavsPolk Reserve R200
The KEF R3 Meta stands 42.2 cm tall — about 6.3 cm more than the Polk Reserve R200 at 35.9 cm. At 87 dB against 86 dB, the KEF R3 Meta is the easier load to drive and plays louder from the same amplifier. The Polk Reserve R200 reaches deeper in the bass, down to 51 Hz versus 58 Hz. On price, the KEF R3 Meta sits higher — about $2,999 a pair against $749 for the Polk Reserve R200.
| A | B | |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | KEF | Polk |
| Model | R3 Meta | Reserve R200 |
| HiFi ladder position | #190 of 255 bookshelf | #124 of 255 bookshelf |
| Height | 422 mm | 359 mm |
| Width | 200 mm | 194 mm |
| Depth | 336 mm | 354 mm |
| Weight | 12.4 kg | 8.7 kg |
| Enclosure | bass-reflex-rear | bass-reflex-rear |
| Drivers | 1× 25 mm tweeter (MAT aluminium dome), 1× 125 mm midrange (aluminium cone), 1× 165 mm woofer (hybrid aluminium cone) | 1× 25 mm tweeter (Pinnacle ring radiator), 1× 165 mm mid-bass (Turbine cone) |
| Crossover frequency | 420 / 2300 Hz | 3000 Hz |
| Frequency — low | 58 Hz | 51 Hz |
| Frequency — high | 28000 Hz | 38000 Hz |
| Sensitivity | 87 dB | 86 dB |
| Impedance | 4 Ω | 4 Ω |
| Recommended amp | 15–180 W | 30–200 W |
| MAP (USD) | $2,999 / pair | $749 / pair |
| Where to buy | Check availability ↗ | Check availability ↗ |
| Brand website | international.kef.com ↗ | polkaudio.com ↗ |
| Product page | Open product page ↗ | Open product page ↗ |
Larger value highlighted in green. For low-frequency extension, lower Hz = greater bass reach, so the deeper side is highlighted.

