Sony Srs Xb23 Vs. Jbl Pulse 5 Review In Detail

Ingress Protection (Ip) Rating

Sony SRS XB23 IP67

JBL Pulse 5 IP67

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.

In comparison to the Sony SRS XB23, JBL Pulse 5 has a rating of IP67 meaning that they both have the same rating against dust and that of liquids is that, they both have the same rating against liquids

Volume

Sony SRS XB23 1,259.17cm³

JBL Pulse 5 ✗

Volume is the quantity of three-dimensional space taken up by the product's chassis 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 occupies just so as to ensure that it will fit with ease into the available space next to your other gadgets.

Weight

Sony SRS XB23 580g

JBL Pulse 5 960g

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

JBL Pulse 5, at 960g weigh more than the Sony SRS XB23 by 380g. 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 after some time, then you should opt to purchase a lighter soundbar.

Height

Sony SRS XB23 76mm

JBL Pulse 5 96.5mm

The height represents the vertical dimension of a device, Sony SRS XB23 has a height of 76mm.

JBL Pulse 5, at 96.5mm is longer in height than the Sony SRS XB23 by 20.5mm

Width

Sony SRS XB23 218mm

JBL Pulse 5 223mm

The width represents the horizontal dimension of a device, Sony SRS XB23 has a width of 218mm.

JBL Pulse 5, at 223mm is wider than the Sony SRS XB23 with a difference 5mm

Thickness

Sony SRS XB23 76mm

JBL Pulse 5 94mm

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)

JBL Pulse 5 has a thickness of 94mm, meaning that it is thicker than the Sony SRS XB23 by 18mm

Is Dust Proof And Water Resistant

Sony SRS XB23 ✓

JBL Pulse 5 ✓

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.

JBL Pulse 5 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 keeping the interior components safe

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Has A Subwoofer

Sony SRS XB23 ✗

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.

Has Stereo Speakers

Sony SRS XB23 ✓

JBL Pulse 5 ✓

Sony SRS XB23 has stereo speakers, devices with stereo speakers deliver sound from separate channels on both left and right sides, creating a richer sound and a better listening experience.

Both JBL Pulse 5 and Sony SRS XB23 have stereo speakers

Driver Unit Size

Sony SRS XB23 46mm

JBL Pulse 5 ✗

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.

Drivers Count

Sony SRS XB23 2only

JBL Pulse 5 ✗

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.

Has A Passive Radiator

Sony SRS XB23 ✓

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.

The JBL Pulse 5 and Sony SRS XB23 both have a passive radiator

Audio Output Power

Sony SRS XB23 20W

JBL Pulse 5 ✗

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 get a better understanding of how loud any speaker can get, there are other features to factor in such as sensitivity, sound pressure, etc.

Lowest Frequency

Sony SRS XB23 20Hz

JBL Pulse 5 70Hz

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 while at it. Sony SRS XB23's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, the lower the low-frequency response, the stronger and juicier the bass.

JBL Pulse 5's lowest frequency is at 70Hz, this means that JBL Pulse 5 got a juicier bass than the Sony SRS XB23

Highest Frequency

Sony SRS XB23 20,000Hz

JBL Pulse 5 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 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.

JBL Pulse 5's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this implies that both devices produce equal treble

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Battery Life

Sony SRS XB23 12hours

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. Sony SRS XB23's battery life is 12 hours

JBL Pulse 5's battery life is 12 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 XB23 4hours

JBL Pulse 5 4hours

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.

JBL Pulse 5 takes 4 hours to fully charge the battery

Has A Battery Level Indicator

Sony SRS XB23 ✓

JBL Pulse 5 ✓

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.

JBL Pulse 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.

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Multipoint Count

Sony SRS XB23 2only

JBL Pulse 5 2only

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 JBL Pulse 5 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 XB23 ✓

JBL Pulse 5 ✓

Sony SRS XB23 can be used wirelessly, wireless devices allow users more freedom of movement.

The JBL Pulse 5 also can be used wirelessly

Has A Detachable Cable

Sony SRS XB23 ✓

JBL Pulse 5 ✗

Detachable cables are cables that have connectors on both ends. One end goes into your headphone cups, 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 XB23 is one of those.

Has An Aux Input

Sony SRS XB23 ✗

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 XB23 ✓

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 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.

Has Bluetooth

Sony SRS XB23 ✓

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 JBL Pulse 5 and the Sony SRS XB23 have Bluetooth

Bluetooth Version

Sony SRS XB23 v5

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. Sony SRS XB23 has a v5

JBL Pulse 5 has a Bluetooth version of v5.1. Newer versions provide faster data transfers.

Maximum Bluetooth Range

Sony SRS XB23 10meters

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 Sony SRS XB23 can connect at a 10meters distance via Bluetooth or infrared to another device.

The JBL Pulse 5 can connect at a 10meters distance via Bluetooth

Has Usb Type-C

Sony SRS XB23 ✓

JBL Pulse 5 ✓

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.

JBL Pulse 5 too has USB TYPE-C

Usb Ports

Sony SRS XB23 1only

JBL Pulse 5 1only

With more USB ports, you are able to connect more devices, like those you save your music on, Sony SRS XB23 has 1 only

JBL Pulse 5 has 1 USB ports

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Has A Mobile App

Sony SRS XB23 ✓

JBL Pulse 5 ✓

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 Commands

Sony SRS XB23 ✓

JBL Pulse 5 ✓

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.

The JBL Pulse 5 supports this feature, it has voice commands.

Has Voice Prompts

Sony SRS XB23 ✓

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.

Control Panel Placed On A Device

Sony SRS XB23 ✓

JBL Pulse 5 ✓

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 JBL Pulse 5 too have a control panel on them.

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Category	Features	Sony SRS XB23	JBL Pulse 5
DESIGN	ingress protection (ip) rating	IP67	IP67
	volume	1,259.17cm³	✗
	weight	580g	960g
	height	76mm	96.5mm
	width	218mm	223mm
	thickness	76mm	94mm
	is dust proof and water resistant	✓	✓
SOUND QUALITY	has a subwoofer	✗	✓
	has stereo speakers	✓	✓
	driver unit size	46mm	✗
	drivers count	2only	✗
	has a passive radiator	✓	✓
	audio output power	20W	✗
	lowest frequency	20Hz	70Hz
	highest frequency	20,000Hz	20,000Hz
POWER	battery life	12hours	12hours
	charge time	4hours	4hours
	has a battery level indicator	✓	✓
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	v5.1
	maximum bluetooth range	10meters	10meters
	has usb type-c	✓	✓
	usb ports	1only	1only
EXTRAS	has a mobile app	✓	✓
	has voice commands	✓	✓
	has voice prompts	✓	✓
	control panel placed on a device	✓	✓
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