Bang & Olufsen Beolit 20 Vs. Sony Srs Xv900 Review In Detail

Ingress Protection (Ip) Rating

Sony SRS XV900 IPX4

Bang & Olufsen Beolit 20 ✗

Ingress protection ratings refer to the level of protection offered by an electrical enclosure, against solids and liquids. The letters 'IP' are followed by two numerals The first number of the IP rating refers to protection against solids say dust, while the second refers to protection against liquid.

Having a value of IPX4, the Sony SRS XV900's rating is read as, the first number of X denotes that no data available to specify a protection rating, and the second number of 4 means that they can withstand low pressure spray similar to that of a shower head when tilted at 180° for 10 minutes.

Volume

Sony SRS XV900 158,391.2cm³

Bang & Olufsen Beolit 20 5,868.45cm³

Volume is the quantity of three-dimensional space taken up by the product's body or, in simpler terms, the space the product occupies. Bang & Olufsen Beolit 20 takes up 5,868.45cm³, it is a good thing to know the space that the speaker takes up just so as to ensure that it will fit with ease into the available space next to your other gadgets.

Sony SRS XV900's volume is 158,391.2cm³ meaning it occupies lesser space than the Bang & Olufsen Beolit 20 by cm³

Weight

Sony SRS XV900 2,660g

Bang & Olufsen Beolit 20 2,700g

We consider a lower weight better for the reason that lighter devices are more comfortable to transport. A lower weight is also an advantage for home appliances, as it makes transportation easier, and for many other types of products.

The Sony SRS XV900, at 2,660g weigh less than the Bang & Olufsen Beolit 20 with a difference g. Most of the time a genuine quality system is a little bit heavier than average quality products though If you want to change the position of the soundbar after some time, then you should try to purchase a lighter soundbar.

Height

Sony SRS XV900 880mm

Bang & Olufsen Beolit 20 230mm

This represents the vertical dimension of a device, Bang & Olufsen Beolit 20 has a height of 230mm.

The Sony SRS XV900, at 880mm is longer in height than the Bang & Olufsen Beolit 20 with a difference 650mm

Width

Sony SRS XV900 439mm

Bang & Olufsen Beolit 20 135mm

This represents the horizontal dimension of a device, Bang & Olufsen Beolit 20 has a width of 135mm.

The Sony SRS XV900, at 439mm is wider than the Bang & Olufsen Beolit 20 by 304mm

Thickness

Sony SRS XV900 410mm

Bang & Olufsen Beolit 20 189mm

The thickness (or depth) of Bang & Olufsen Beolit 20 is 189mm, to know the thickness of the speaker you divide its volume(space occupied) by the surface area( length by width)

Sony SRS XV900 has a thickness of 410mm, hence thicker than the Bang & Olufsen Beolit 20 with a difference 221mm

Is Dust Proof And Water Resistant

Sony SRS XV900 ✓

Bang & Olufsen Beolit 20 ✗

The Sony SRS XV900 is dustproof and water-resistant. A water-resistant device can resist the penetration of water, such as powerful water jets, if it is to be submerged in the water this is usually set to a given depth and for a specific time period.

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Has A Subwoofer

Sony SRS XV900 ✓

Bang & Olufsen Beolit 20 ✗

A subwoofer is a speaker that delivers lower frequencies in the range of 20 -200Hz, the low frequencies are produced by instruments such as pipe organs, bass guitars, even the kick drums, and any explosive sound effects say in a movie. Devices that have a subwoofer inbuilt give a richer bass sound when listening to bass-heavy music like hip hop.

Size Of Subwoofer

Sony SRS XV900 120mm

Bang & Olufsen Beolit 20 ✗

Bigger subwoofers are capable of producing deeper bass sounds. Sony SRS XV900 has a 120 mm subwoofer

Has Stereo Speakers

Sony SRS XV900 ✗

Bang & Olufsen Beolit 20 ✓

Bang & Olufsen Beolit 20 has stereo speakers, devices with stereo speakers deliver sound from separate channels on both left and right sides, this creates a richer sound and a better listening experience.

Driver Unit Size

Sony SRS XV900 ✗

Bang & Olufsen Beolit 20 140mm

The driver unit is basically a mini speaker that produces sound in the device, its size dictates the loudness of the headphone. Bang & Olufsen Beolit 20 driver unit is 140mm in diameter, bigger drivers are more powerful and can produce better bass.

Drivers Count

Sony SRS XV900 ✗

Bang & Olufsen Beolit 20 4only

A speaker driver is an individual transducer that converts electrical energy to sound waves. Drivers come in different sizes and modes, but generally, you'll find three types: tweeter driver, which handles the high-frequency treble range (above 2,000 Hz), and midrange driver: which handles the midrange frequencies (200 Hz to 2,000 Hz). Woofer driver: handles the low-frequency bass range (below 200 Hz).

Based on the frequencies they handle more drivers may result in better sound quality, Bang & Olufsen Beolit 20 has 4 only.

Has A Passive Radiator

Sony SRS XV900 ✗

Bang & Olufsen Beolit 20 ✓

A passive radiator is a type of driver in speakers that can get extra power and resonance from a speaker system, usually used in smaller speaker systems. This radiator is called passive because it is not powered by electricity but by air pressure found in speaker cones.

The sound vibrations produced by a passive radiator depend on its mass and the size of its enclosure. It is usually used in combination with a woofer to produce deep, resonant tones that would normally be produced by speakers in large boxes powered by AC.

Lowest Frequency

Sony SRS XV900 20Hz

Bang & Olufsen Beolit 20 37Hz

Low-frequency response measures if and how well a particular audio component reproduces low audible frequencies and if it makes any changes to the signal on the way through. Bang & Olufsen Beolit 20's lowest frequency is at 37Hz, the lower the low-frequency response, the stronger and juicier the bass.

Sony SRS XV900's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this implies that Bang & Olufsen Beolit 20 got a juicier bass than the Sony SRS XV900

Highest Frequency

Sony SRS XV900 20,000Hz

Bang & Olufsen Beolit 20 20,000Hz

High frequency response measures if and how well a particular audio device reproduces high audible frequencies and if it changes to the signal while at it. Bang & Olufsen Beolit 20's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, the higher the high-frequency response, the clearer and crispier the treble.

Sony SRS XV900's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this implies that both devices produce equal treble

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Battery Life

Sony SRS XV900 25hours

Bang & Olufsen Beolit 20 37hours

Your speaker's battery life will reduce over time while in use, the battery life is given by the manufacturer, and with longer battery life, you get to use it for longer and have to charge the device less often. Bang & Olufsen Beolit 20's battery life is 37 hours

Sony SRS XV900's battery life is 25 hours. Each time you recharge your device, it gets a little less listening time. The effect is barely noticeable at first. But over a few years, you may find that your speaker, no longer plays for long like it used to.

Charge Time

Sony SRS XV900 1.5hours

Bang & Olufsen Beolit 20 3hours

It takes 3 hours to fully charge the Bang & Olufsen Beolit 20's battery. It is recommended to fully charge the battery before using it for the first time or when they have been unused for extended periods.

Sony SRS XV900 takes 1.5 hours to fully charge the battery

Has A Battery Level Indicator

Sony SRS XV900 ✓

Bang & Olufsen Beolit 20 ✓

Bang & Olufsen Beolit 20 has a battery level indicator, an indicator shows you when the device has a low battery. The battery indicator lights show the charging status of your speaker.

Sony SRS XV900 too has a battery level indicator, charging indicators allow you to determine the charging state of your speaker, whether fully charged, or the battery is running low.

Operating Power Consumption

Sony SRS XV900 100W

Bang & Olufsen Beolit 20 30W

The amount of power a speaker uses depends on the loudness of the audio being played, its sensitivity, and the amplifier's volume. Operating power consumption is how much power the device consumes when it's in use. Bang & Olufsen Beolit 20's operating power consumption is 30W

Sony SRS XV900's operating power consumption is 100W

Standby Mode Power Consumption

Sony SRS XV900 1W

Bang & Olufsen Beolit 20 0.5W

Also known as a device's energy-saving mode, the power consumption in standby mode measures the amount of power the device consumes when shut down but still plugged in. Bang & Olufsen Beolit 20 has a standby mode power consumption of 0.5W

Sony SRS XV900 has an energy-saving mode power consumption of 1W

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Multipoint Count

Sony SRS XV900 2only

Bang & Olufsen Beolit 20 ✗

Sony SRS XV900 support multipoint, which allows you to link to more Bluetooth devices and switch between them. For example, you can easily switch calls from one device to another without having to manually disconnect and reconnect.

Can Be Used Wirelessly

Sony SRS XV900 ✓

Bang & Olufsen Beolit 20 ✓

Bang & Olufsen Beolit 20 can be used wirelessly, wireless devices allow users more freedom of movement.

The Sony SRS XV900 also can be used wirelessly

Has A Detachable Cable

Sony SRS XV900 ✓

Bang & Olufsen Beolit 20 ✗

Detachable cables are cables that have connectors on both ends. One end goes into your headphone earpieces, while the other end is inserted into an audio source. Some new headphones, and not just the expensive ones, are coming with detachable cables, Sony SRS XV900 is one of those.

Has An Aux Input

Sony SRS XV900 ✗

Bang & Olufsen Beolit 20 ✓

An auxiliary input allows you to play other audio sources by connecting them through a simple audio connection like a 3.5mm jack

Has A Socket For A 3.5 Mm Audio Jack

Sony SRS XV900 ✓

Bang & Olufsen Beolit 20 ✓

Being an industry-standard audio plug, a standard 3.5mm male connector is suitable for use with all MP3 players and computer sound cards. This means that it is commonly used in stereo headphones to your phone or connecting your phone to an external amplifier, sound bars, your car radio, etc. Bang & Olufsen Beolit 20 has this connector giving it a wider range of connectivity with most of the sound devices out there. All plugs have at least a tip and sleeve with the number of rings that stand as a differentiating factor.

Sony SRS XV900 too has this kind of connector

Has Bluetooth

Sony SRS XV900 ✓

Bang & Olufsen Beolit 20 ✗

Bluetooth is a wireless technology that allows you to easily transfer data between different devices, such as smartphones, tablets, and computers.

Bluetooth Version

Sony SRS XV900 v5.2

Bang & Olufsen Beolit 20 v4.2

Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that allows data transfers between devices placed in close proximity, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves. Bang & Olufsen Beolit 20 has a v4.2

Sony SRS XV900 has a Bluetooth version of v5.2. Newer versions provide faster data transfers.

Maximum Bluetooth Range

Sony SRS XV900 30meters

Bang & Olufsen Beolit 20 10meters

Bluetooth is a short-range wireless technology standard that is used for exchanging data between fixed and mobile devices over short distances. The Bang & Olufsen Beolit 20 can connect at a 10meters distance via Bluetooth or infrared to another device.

The Sony SRS XV900 can connect at a 30meters distance via Bluetooth

Has Usb Type-C

Sony SRS XV900 ✗

Bang & Olufsen Beolit 20 ✓

Bang & Olufsen Beolit 20 supports USB TYPE-C, an industry-standard connector for transmitting both data and power on a single cable. The USB-C plug is now part and parcel of most current laptops, phones, and tablets, it features reversible plug orientation and cable direction.

Usb Ports

Sony SRS XV900 1only

Bang & Olufsen Beolit 20 1only

With more USB ports, you are able to connect more devices, like those you save your music on, Bang & Olufsen Beolit 20 has 1 only

Sony SRS XV900 has 1 USB ports

Has A Microphone Input

Sony SRS XV900 ✓

Bang & Olufsen Beolit 20 ✗

A microphone port allows for connecting external high-end or specialized microphones that are better than those in-built into the device if any.

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Has A Mobile App

Sony SRS XV900 ✓

Bang & Olufsen Beolit 20 ✓

You can use your smartphone as a remote control for the device through a dedicated app. Through this, you can customize settings, unlock features, and get real-time updates so you can always listen to your music the best way you see fit.

Has Voice Prompts

Sony SRS XV900 ✓

Bang & Olufsen Beolit 20 ✓

With voice prompts, the device notifies you via audio messages, say its battery is running low it will notify you that it's time to recharge the device.

Has A Remote Control

Sony SRS XV900 ✓

Bang & Olufsen Beolit 20 ✗

A remote control allows you to control the device remotely without moving to the device.

Control Panel Placed On A Device

Sony SRS XV900 ✓

Bang & Olufsen Beolit 20 ✓

There is a control panel on the Bang & Olufsen Beolit 20 body, so you can easily access the volume control or remote without having to interact with a cable or another device it's connected to.

The Sony SRS XV900 too have a control panel on them.

Sony SRS XV900
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Category	Features	Sony SRS XV900	Bang & Olufsen Beolit 20
DESIGN	ingress protection (ip) rating	IPX4	✗
	volume	158,391.2cm³	5,868.45cm³
	weight	2,660g	2,700g
	height	880mm	230mm
	width	439mm	135mm
	thickness	410mm	189mm
	is dust proof and water resistant	✓	✗
SOUND QUALITY	has a subwoofer	✓	✗
	size of subwoofer	120mm	✗
	has stereo speakers	✗	✓
	driver unit size	✗	140mm
	drivers count	✗	4only
	has a passive radiator	✗	✓
	lowest frequency	20Hz	37Hz
	highest frequency	20,000Hz	20,000Hz
POWER	battery life	25hours	37hours
	charge time	1.5hours	3hours
	has a battery level indicator	✓	✓
	operating power consumption	100W	30W
	standby mode power consumption	1W	0.5W
CONNECTIVITY	multipoint count	2only	✗
	can be used wirelessly	✓	✓
	has a detachable cable	✓	✗
	has an aux input	✗	✓
	has a socket for a 3.5 mm audio jack	✓	✓
	has bluetooth	✓	✗
	bluetooth version	v5.2	v4.2
	maximum bluetooth range	30meters	10meters
	has usb type-c	✗	✓
	usb ports	1only	1only
	has a microphone input	✓	✗
EXTRAS	has a mobile app	✓	✓
	has voice prompts	✓	✓
	has a remote control	✓	✗
	control panel placed on a device	✓	✓
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