Sony Srs Xb23 Vs. Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 3 Review In Detail

Ingress Protection (Ip) Rating

Sony SRS XB23 IP67

Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 3 IP67

IP 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.

Having a value of IP67, the Sony SRS XB23'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 Sony SRS XB23, Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 3 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

Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 3 944.54cm³

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 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.

Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 3's volume is 944.54cm³ meaning it requires more space than the Sony SRS XB23 by cm³

Weight

Sony SRS XB23 580g

Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 3 420g

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 Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 3, at 420g is lighter than the Sony SRS XB23 by -160g. 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 try to purchase a lighter soundbar.

Height

Sony SRS XB23 76mm

Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 3 104mm

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

The Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 3, at 104mm is longer in height than the Sony SRS XB23 by 28mm

Width

Sony SRS XB23 218mm

Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 3 95.3mm

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

The Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 3, at 95.3mm is smaller in width than the Sony SRS XB23 with a difference -122.7mm

Thickness

Sony SRS XB23 76mm

Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 3 95.3mm

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)

Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 3 has a thickness of 95.3mm, meaning that it is thicker than the Sony SRS XB23 by 19.3mm

Is Dust Proof And Water Resistant

Sony SRS XB23 ✓

Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 3 ✓

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.

Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 3 too is dustproof and water-resistant, this makes both devices water-resistant and dust-resistant, thus preventing water and dust from entering the interior of the devices and damaging the interior components

Has Stereo Speakers

Sony SRS XB23 ✓

Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 3 ✗

Sony SRS XB23 has stereo speakers, what this means is that Sony SRS XB23's speakers deliver sound from independent channels on both left and right sides, creating a richer sound and a better listening experience.

Driver Unit Size

Sony SRS XB23 46mm

Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 3 ✗

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

Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 3 ✗

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 ✓

Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 3 ✓

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 Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 3 and Sony SRS XB23 both have a passive radiator

Audio Output Power

Sony SRS XB23 20W

Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 3 ✗

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

Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 3 ✗

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.

Highest Frequency

Sony SRS XB23 20,000Hz

Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 3 ✗

High frequency response measures if and how well a particular audio component reproduces high audible frequencies and if it changes to the signal while at it. Sony SRS XB23's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, the higher the high-frequency response, the clearer and crispier the treble.

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Battery Life

Sony SRS XB23 12hours

Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 3 14hours

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

Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 3's battery life is 14 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

Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 3 2.6hours

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.

Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 3 takes 2.6 hours to fully charge the battery

Has A Battery Level Indicator

Sony SRS XB23 ✓

Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 3 ✓

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.

Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 3 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.

Multipoint Count

Sony SRS XB23 2only

Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 3 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 Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 3 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 ✓

Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 3 ✓

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

The Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 3 also can be used wirelessly

Has A Detachable Cable

Sony SRS XB23 ✓

Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 3 ✗

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 A Socket For A 3.5 Mm Audio Jack

Sony SRS XB23 ✓

Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 3 ✗

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 ✓

Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 3 ✓

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

Both the Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 3 and the Sony SRS XB23 have Bluetooth

Bluetooth Version

Sony SRS XB23 v5

Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 3 ✗

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

Maximum Bluetooth Range

Sony SRS XB23 10meters

Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 3 40meters

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 Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 3 can connect at a 40meters distance via Bluetooth

Has Usb Type-C

Sony SRS XB23 ✓

Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 3 ✗

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.

Usb Ports

Sony SRS XB23 1only

Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 3 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

Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 3 has 1 USB ports

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Has A Mobile App

Sony SRS XB23 ✓

Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 3 ✓

You can use your smartphone as a remote control for the device through a dedicated app. By 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 ✓

Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 3 ✗

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.

Has Voice Prompts

Sony SRS XB23 ✓

Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 3 ✓

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 ✓

Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 3 ✓

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 Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 3 too have a control panel on them.

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