Jbl Pulse 5 Vs. Sony Srs Xv900 Review In Detail

Ingress Protection (Ip) Rating

Sony SRS XV900 IPX4

JBL Pulse 5 IP67

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.

Scoring IP67, the JBL Pulse 5's rating is read as, the first value of 6 denotes that they are completely dust proof, and the second number of 7 means that they are protected against temporary immersion in water under set conditions, say 1 metre for 30 minutes.

In comparison to the JBL Pulse 5, Sony SRS XV900 has a rating of IPX4 meaning that no data available to specify a protection rating and that of liquids is that, JBL Pulse 5 has a higher liquid rating than Sony SRS XV900

Volume

Sony SRS XV900 158,391.2cm³

JBL Pulse 5 ✗

Volume is the quantity of three-dimensional space taken up by the product's body or, in simpler terms, the space the product occupies. Sony SRS XV900 takes up 158,391.2cm³, it is important to know the space that the speaker takes up just so as to ensure that it will easily fit in the available space next to your other gadgets.

Weight

Sony SRS XV900 2,660g

JBL Pulse 5 960g

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

Sony SRS XV900, at 2,660g weigh less than the JBL Pulse 5 by g. Commonly a genuine quality system is a little bit heavier than average quality products though If you want to change the position of the soundbar often, then you should aim to purchase a lighter soundbar.

Height

Sony SRS XV900 880mm

JBL Pulse 5 96.5mm

This represents the vertical dimension of a device, JBL Pulse 5 has a height of 96.5mm.

The Sony SRS XV900, at 880mm is longer in height than the JBL Pulse 5 by 783.5mm

Width

Sony SRS XV900 439mm

JBL Pulse 5 223mm

This represents the horizontal dimension of a device, JBL Pulse 5 has a width of 223mm.

Sony SRS XV900, at 439mm is wider than the JBL Pulse 5 with a difference 216mm

Thickness

Sony SRS XV900 410mm

JBL Pulse 5 94mm

The thickness (or depth) of JBL Pulse 5 is 94mm, 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, meaning that it is thicker than the JBL Pulse 5 by 316mm

Is Dust Proof And Water Resistant

Sony SRS XV900 ✓

JBL Pulse 5 ✓

The JBL Pulse 5 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.

Sony SRS XV900 too is dustproof and water-resistant, this makes both devices water-resistant and dust-resistant, which means that they can prevent water and dust from entering the interior of the devices and damaging the interior components

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Has A Subwoofer

Sony SRS XV900 ✓

JBL Pulse 5 ✓

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.

Both the Sony SRS XV900 and JBL Pulse 5 have a subwoofer

Size Of Subwoofer

Sony SRS XV900 120mm

JBL Pulse 5 ✗

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

Has Stereo Speakers

Sony SRS XV900 ✗

JBL Pulse 5 ✓

JBL Pulse 5 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.

Has A Passive Radiator

Sony SRS XV900 ✗

JBL Pulse 5 ✓

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

JBL Pulse 5 70Hz

Low-frequency response measures if and how well an audio device reproduces low audible frequencies and if it makes any changes to the signal on the way through. JBL Pulse 5's lowest frequency is at 70Hz, the lower the low-frequency response, the stronger and juicier the bass.

Sony SRS XV900's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this means that JBL Pulse 5 got a juicier bass than the Sony SRS XV900

Highest Frequency

Sony SRS XV900 20,000Hz

JBL Pulse 5 20,000Hz

High frequency response measures if and how well an audio component reproduces high audible frequencies and if it changes to the signal while at it. JBL Pulse 5'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 means that both devices produce equal treble

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Battery Life

Sony SRS XV900 25hours

JBL Pulse 5 12hours

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. JBL Pulse 5's battery life is 12 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

JBL Pulse 5 4hours

It takes 4 hours to fully charge the JBL Pulse 5'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 ✓

JBL Pulse 5 ✓

JBL Pulse 5 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

JBL Pulse 5 ✗

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. Sony SRS XV900's operating power consumption is 100W

Standby Mode Power Consumption

Sony SRS XV900 1W

JBL Pulse 5 ✗

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. Sony SRS XV900 has a standby mode power consumption of 1W

Sony SRS XV900
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Multipoint Count

Sony SRS XV900 2only

JBL Pulse 5 2only

JBL Pulse 5 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.

The Sony SRS XV900 support multipoint count. Bluetooth multipoint would come in handy because you can be on one call without missing notifications coming from another device.

Can Be Used Wirelessly

Sony SRS XV900 ✓

JBL Pulse 5 ✓

JBL Pulse 5 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 ✓

JBL Pulse 5 ✗

Detachable cables are cables that have connectors on both ends. One end goes into your headphone earpieces, while the other end is inserted into a source device. 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 ✗

JBL Pulse 5 ✓

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 ✓

JBL Pulse 5 ✗

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. Sony SRS XV900 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.

Has Bluetooth

Sony SRS XV900 ✓

JBL Pulse 5 ✓

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

Both the Sony SRS XV900 and the JBL Pulse 5 have Bluetooth

Bluetooth Version

Sony SRS XV900 v5.2

JBL Pulse 5 v5.1

Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that allows data transfers between devices placed in close proximity, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves. JBL Pulse 5 has a v5.1

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

Maximum Bluetooth Range

Sony SRS XV900 30meters

JBL Pulse 5 10meters

Bluetooth is a short-range wireless technology standard that is used for exchanging data between fixed and mobile devices over short distances. The JBL Pulse 5 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 ✗

JBL Pulse 5 ✓

JBL Pulse 5 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

JBL Pulse 5 1only

With more USB ports, you are able to connect more devices, like those you save your music on, JBL Pulse 5 has 1 only

Sony SRS XV900 has 1 USB ports

Has A Microphone Input

Sony SRS XV900 ✓

JBL Pulse 5 ✗

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 ✓

JBL Pulse 5 ✓

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

Has Voice Commands

Sony SRS XV900 ✗

JBL Pulse 5 ✓

You can use your voice to control key functions of the JBL Pulse 5 and you can easily access it without pushing any button but just giving it voice commands.

Has Voice Prompts

Sony SRS XV900 ✓

JBL Pulse 5 ✓

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 ✓

JBL Pulse 5 ✗

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

Control Panel Placed On A Device

Sony SRS XV900 ✓

JBL Pulse 5 ✓

There is a control panel on the JBL Pulse 5 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	JBL Pulse 5
DESIGN	ingress protection (ip) rating	IPX4	IP67
	volume	158,391.2cm³	✗
	weight	2,660g	960g
	height	880mm	96.5mm
	width	439mm	223mm
	thickness	410mm	94mm
	is dust proof and water resistant	✓	✓
SOUND QUALITY	has a subwoofer	✓	✓
	size of subwoofer	120mm	✗
	has stereo speakers	✗	✓
	has a passive radiator	✗	✓
	lowest frequency	20Hz	70Hz
	highest frequency	20,000Hz	20,000Hz
POWER	battery life	25hours	12hours
	charge time	1.5hours	4hours
	has a battery level indicator	✓	✓
	operating power consumption	100W	✗
	standby mode power consumption	1W	✗
CONNECTIVITY	multipoint count	2only	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	v5.1
	maximum bluetooth range	30meters	10meters
	has usb type-c	✗	✓
	usb ports	1only	1only
	has a microphone input	✓	✗
EXTRAS	has a mobile app	✓	✓
	has voice commands	✗	✓
	has voice prompts	✓	✓
	has a remote control	✓	✗
	control panel placed on a device	✓	✓
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