Ingress protection ratings refer to the level of protection offered by an electrical enclosure, against solids and liquids. In the format of IPXX, 'X' represent a number 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 Sony SRS XB23's rating is read as, the first number 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.
Volume is the quantity of three-dimensional space taken up by the product's body or, in simpler terms, the space the product fills. Sony SRS XB23 takes up 1,259.17cm³, 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. Harman Kardon Onyx Studio 5's volume is 10,578.43cm³ meaning it
occupies more space than the Sony SRS XB23 by cm³
We prefer a lower weight better for the reason that 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. Harman Kardon Onyx Studio 5, at 2,980g
weigh less than the Sony SRS XB23 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 often, then you should try to purchase a lighter soundbar.
This represents the vertical dimension of a device, Sony SRS XB23 has a height of 76mm. Harman Kardon Onyx Studio 5, at 284mm
is longer in height than the Sony SRS XB23 with a difference 208mm
The width represents the horizontal dimension of a device, Sony SRS XB23 has a width of 218mm. Harman Kardon Onyx Studio 5, at 291mm
is wider than the Sony SRS XB23 with a difference 73mm
The thickness (or depth) of Sony SRS XB23 is 76mm, to know the thickness of the speaker you divide its volume(space occupied) by the surface area( length by width)
Harman Kardon Onyx Studio 5 has a thickness of 128mm,
hence thicker than the Sony SRS XB23 by 52mm
The Sony SRS XB23 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 XB23 has stereo speakers, what this means is that Sony SRS XB23's speakers deliver sound from separate channels on both left and right sides, this creates a richer sound and a better listening experience. The driver unit is basically a mini speaker that produces sound in the device, its size dictates the loudness of the headphone.
Sony SRS XB23 driver unit is 46mm in diameter, bigger drivers are more powerful and can produce better bass. Harman Kardon Onyx Studio 5 driver unit is 120mm in diameter,
making them have a larger driver unit than that of Sony SRS XB23 by 74mm
, many people have a misconception that driver units of a bigger size automatically produce better sound quality.
However, large drivers usually have difficulty reproducing high frequencies so yes, larger drivers are capable of generating louder sound, but this does not mean that they produce better sound.
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, Sony SRS XB23 has 2 only. Harman Kardon Onyx Studio 5 has 1 only
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.
The Harman Kardon Onyx Studio 5 and Sony SRS XB23 both have a passive radiator
The audio output power of a device is based on the number of speakers and their power in watts Sony SRS XB23 has 20W, this is the amount of power the speakers can be loaded with "comfortably".
A higher audio output power results in louder, clearer sounds though this is not the sole factor determining the device's loudness. To better understand how loud any speaker can get, there are other aspects to look at such as sensitivity, sound pressure, etc. Harman Kardon Onyx Studio 5 has an audio output power of 50W
Low-frequency response measures if and how well an audio component reproduces low audible frequencies and if it makes any changes to the signal while at it.
Sony SRS XB23's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, the lower the low-frequency response, the stronger and juicier the bass. Harman Kardon Onyx Studio 5's lowest frequency is at 50Hz, this means that
Harman Kardon Onyx Studio 5 got a juicier bass than the Sony SRS XB23
High frequency response measures if and how well a particular audio component reproduces high audible frequencies and if it changes to the signal on the way through. Sony SRS XB23's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, the higher the high-frequency response, the clearer and crispier the treble.
Harman Kardon Onyx Studio 5's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this implies that
both devices produce equal treble
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. Sony SRS XB23's battery life is 12 hours
Harman Kardon Onyx Studio 5's battery life is 8 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. It takes 4 hours to fully charge the Sony SRS XB23'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. Harman Kardon Onyx Studio 5 takes 5 hours to fully charge the battery
Sony SRS XB23 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.
Harman Kardon Onyx Studio 5 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. Sony SRS XB23 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 Harman Kardon Onyx Studio 5 support multipoint count. Bluetooth multipoint would come in handy because you can be on one call without missing notifications coming from another device. Sony SRS XB23 can be used wirelessly, wireless devices allow users more freedom of movement.
Detachable cables are cables that have connectors on both ends. One end goes into your headphone cups, 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 XB23 is one of those.
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 XB23 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. Harman Kardon Onyx Studio 5 too has this kind of connector
Bluetooth is a wireless technology that allows you to easily transfer data between different devices, such as smartphones, tablets, and computers. Both the Harman Kardon Onyx Studio 5 and the Sony SRS XB23 have Bluetooth
Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that allows data transfers between devices placed in close proximity, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves.
Sony SRS XB23 has a v5
Harman Kardon Onyx Studio 5 has a Bluetooth version of v4.2. Newer versions provide faster data transfers. Bluetooth is a short-range wireless technology standard that is used for exchanging data between fixed and mobile devices over short distances.
The Sony SRS XB23 can connect at a 10meters distance via Bluetooth or infrared to another device. Sony SRS XB23 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.
With more USB ports, you are able to connect more devices, like those you save your music on, Sony SRS XB23 has 1 only
Harman Kardon Onyx Studio 5 has 1 USB ports
You can use your smartphone as a remote control for the device through a dedicated app. Through this, you can alter settings, unlock features, and get real-time updates so you can always listen to your music the best way you see fit. You can use your voice to control key functions of the Sony SRS XB23 and you can easily access it without pushing any button but just giving it voice commands.
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. There is a control panel on the Sony SRS XB23 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 Harman Kardon Onyx Studio 5 too have a control panel on them.
