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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£130
  • Avg. price in US: ~$150
  • Audio output power: 3.00 W
  • Battery life: 10 hours
  • IP rating: ?
  • Bluetooth version: 2.1
  • Weight: 760 g

Nokia Md 51W Jbl Playup Wireless review. Compare 130 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Portable Speakers category and whether it is worth buying.

6.1

Overall score

What it is: An overall evaluation of products in the Portable Speakers category, based on technical analysis and user reviews.

When it matters: When you need a quick reference for identifying the best products in the Portable Speakers category.

Score components:

80.0%

6.1

Technical Score

20.0%

?

User score

Good
6.1

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of technical performance for products in the Portable Speakers category across these key areas: Audio, Connectivity, Battery, Durability, Controls, Design, Smart features.

When it matters: When you want to compare products in the Portable Speakers category by technical performance, specifications, and available features.

Score components:

32.0%

6.0

Audio

20.0%

5.3

Battery

18.0%

7.6

Durability

16.0%

5.6

Connectivity

8.0%

6.1

Controls

3.0%

9.0

Design

3.0%

3.9

Smart features

Good
?

User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews with the total review volume for products in the Portable Speakers category.

When it matters: When you want to know how products in the Portable Speakers category perform in everyday use and how reliable owners find them over time.

Score components:

70.0%

?

User reviews

30.0%

?

Popularity

  • 6.1
    Outdoor durability

    Score components:

    40.0%

    4.0

    Water resistance

    25.0%

    ?

    IP rating

    20.0%

    9.4

    Weight

    15.0%

    4.0

    Battery life

  • 3.5
    Powerful sound

    Score components:

    45.0%

    1.0

    Audio output power

    25.0%

    4.0

    Battery life

    15.0%

    9.4

    Weight

    15.0%

    4.0

    Party mode

  • 4.2
    Home listening

    Score components:

    35.0%

    4.0

    Multi-room support

    30.0%

    4.0

    Wi-Fi connectivity

    20.0%

    1.0

    Audio output power

    15.0%

    9.4

    Weight

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Best prices in UK

    N/A~ £130

Best rankings

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Available: ranking among products currently available (including other versions of this product).
All: ranking among all products in the database.

Verdict

The Nokia MD-51W JBL PlayUp is a cylindrical, 760-gram portable wireless speaker that delivers 10W of power through a 2.5-inch full-range driver to produce 360-degree omnidirectional sound with a frequency response of 65–20,000 Hz and a maximum output of 94 dB. Main advantages include its seamless tap-to-pair NFC technology, aptX Bluetooth 2.1 audio streaming, and a removable 1430 mAh battery providing up to 10 hours of playback, complemented by a cleverly hidden 3.5mm audio cable in the base. However, notable drawbacks include its outdated Bluetooth version, the lack of a built-in microphone for speakerphone calls, and a rubberized finish that heavily attracts smudges and fingerprints.

Technical Specifications of portable speaker Nokia Md 51W Jbl Playup Wireless

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of technical performance for products in the Portable Speakers category across these key areas: Audio, Connectivity, Battery, Durability, Controls, Design, Smart features.

When it matters: When you want to compare products in the Portable Speakers category by technical performance, specifications, and available features.

Score components:

32.0%

?

Audio

20.0%

?

Battery

18.0%

?

Durability

16.0%

?

Connectivity

8.0%

?

Controls

3.0%

?

Design

3.0%

?

Smart features

6.1
Nokia Md 51W Jbl Playup Wireless has a technical score of 6.11 points, which is lower than 86.2% of products in this category.
User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews with the total review volume for products in the Portable Speakers category.

When it matters: When you want to know how products in the Portable Speakers category perform in everyday use and how reliable owners find them over time.

Score components:

70.0%

0.0

User reviews

30.0%

1.0

Popularity

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Popularity
What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by products in the Portable Speakers category.
When it matters: When you prefer products in the Portable Speakers category that have been chosen and reviewed by many other buyers.
1.0
Nokia Md 51W Jbl Playup Wireless has a popularity of 1 points, which is lower than 58.2% of products in this category.
Ratio quality/price

What it is: An indicator that combines the overall score of products in the Portable Speakers category with their prices.

When it matters: When you are comparing products in the Portable Speakers category and want a good balance between quality and price.

Score components:

60.0%

6.1

Overall score

40.0%

9.8

Price

7.2
Nokia Md 51W Jbl Playup Wireless has a quality-to-price ratio of 7.2 points, which is lower than 89.1% of products in this category.
Audio output power
What it is: The maximum continuous power the speaker system can deliver.
When it matters: When you need enough output to fill a larger or noisier space.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >= 20 W

3.00 W
Nokia Md 51W Jbl Playup Wireless has an audio output power of 3.00 W which is lower than that of 91.7% of portable speakers and equal to that of 6.8% of portable speakers.
Total RMS output: 3.00 W.
Driver unit size
What it is: The diameter of each main speaker driver.
When it matters: When the size of the main driver influences bass reach and output capability.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >= 50 mm

?
Number of drivers
What it is: The total number of speaker drivers built into the unit.
When it matters: When fuller driver arrays and broader sound coverage matter.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >= 2

1
Nokia Md 51W Jbl Playup Wireless has 1 drivers, which is fewer than 75.6% of portable speakers and equal to the number in 24.4% of portable speakers.
Acoustic drivers: 1.
Frequency response tolerance
What it is: The allowed deviation around the stated frequency response curve.
When it matters: When a flatter and more accurate frequency response matters.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <= 3 dB

?
Lowest frequency
What it is: The lowest audible frequency the speaker can reproduce.
When it matters: When deeper bass extension matters.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: <= 60 Hz

85.00 Hz
Nokia Md 51W Jbl Playup Wireless has a lowest frequency of 85.00 Hz which is higher than that of 78.1% of portable speakers and equal to that of 0.7% of portable speakers.
Lower frequency-response endpoint: 85.00 Hz.
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Bluetooth connectivity
What it is: Indicates whether the speaker can receive audio over Bluetooth.
When it matters: When wireless playback from phones, tablets, or computers matters.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: yes

yes
Nokia Md 51W Jbl Playup Wireless supports Bluetooth audio. 5.4% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Bluetooth version
What it is: The generation of Bluetooth supported by the speaker hardware.
When it matters: When compatibility and efficiency with newer Bluetooth devices matter.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >= 5.0

2.1
Nokia Md 51W Jbl Playup Wireless supports Bluetooth version 2.1 which is older than that of 92% of portable speakers and equal to that of 7.3% of portable speakers.
Bluetooth version: 2.1.
Maximum Bluetooth range
What it is: The farthest distance at which the Bluetooth link can remain usable.
When it matters: When the source device may be far from the speaker.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >= 10 m

10.00 m
Nokia Md 51W Jbl Playup Wireless has a maximum Bluetooth range of 10.00 m which is longer than that of 4.3% of portable speakers and equal to that of 70.2% of portable speakers.
Maximum Bluetooth range: 10.00 m.
Bluetooth profiles supported
What it is: The Bluetooth operating profiles available for playback, control, or calls.
When it matters: When Bluetooth playback, control, and call compatibility depend on specific profiles.

Importance: LOW

A2DP; AVRCP; HFP; HSP
Bluetooth LE Audio
What it is: Shows whether the speaker supports the low-energy Bluetooth audio standard.
When it matters: When newer low-power Bluetooth audio features matter.

Importance: LOW

Good value: yes

no
Nokia Md 51W Jbl Playup Wireless does not support Bluetooth LE Audio. 2.5% of portable speakers offer this feature.
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Battery life
What it is: The playback time available from one full battery charge.
When it matters: When you need longer playback between charges.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >= 20 h

10 hours
Nokia Md 51W Jbl Playup Wireless has a battery life of 10 hours which is shorter than that of 53.9% of portable speakers and equal to that of 12.9% of portable speakers.
Battery capacity
What it is: The amount of electrical charge the internal battery can store.
When it matters: When longer untethered playback or power-bank use needs more stored charge.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >= 5000 mAh

1,430 mAh
Nokia Md 51W Jbl Playup Wireless has a battery capacity of 1,430 mAh which is smaller than that of 79.6% of portable speakers and equal to that of 0.2% of portable speakers.
Charging time
What it is: The time needed to recharge the battery fully.
When it matters: When the speaker needs to be ready again quickly.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <= 4 h

3 hours
Nokia Md 51W Jbl Playup Wireless has a charging time of 3 hours which is shorter than that of 35.5% of portable speakers and equal to that of 35.1% of portable speakers.
Maximum charging input power
What it is: The maximum charging power the speaker can accept from a compatible power source.
When it matters: When faster charging requires the speaker to accept more input power.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >= 20 W

5 W
Nokia Md 51W Jbl Playup Wireless has a maximum charging input power of 5 W which is lower than that of 58.7% of portable speakers and equal to that of 38.5% of portable speakers.
Built-in rechargeable battery
What it is: Indicates whether the speaker uses a battery that can be recharged.
When it matters: When portable use without disposable batteries or continuous mains power matters.

Importance: LOW

Good value: yes

yes
Nokia Md 51W Jbl Playup Wireless has a built-in rechargeable battery. 18.7% of portable speakers offer this feature.
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IP rating
What it is: The ingress protection code for dust and water resistance.
When it matters: When dust and water protection need to match the intended environment.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: IP67+

?
Water resistance
What it is: Indicates whether the enclosure can resist water exposure.
When it matters: When the speaker may be used near pools, rain, or splashes.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: yes

no
Nokia Md 51W Jbl Playup Wireless is not water resistant. 61.7% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Dust resistance
What it is: Shows whether the enclosure is protected against dust ingress.
When it matters: When the speaker may be exposed to sand, soil, or dusty environments.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: yes

?
Waterproof depth rating
What it is: The maximum water depth the speaker is rated to withstand.
When it matters: When the speaker may be submerged or used very close to water.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >= 1 m

?
Drop resistance
What it is: Indicates whether the housing is designed to survive accidental drops.
When it matters: When the speaker may be bumped or suffer an accidental fall during outdoor or travel use.

Importance: LOW

Good value: yes

?
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On-device controls placement
What it is: The physical area of the speaker where its controls are located.
When it matters: When you want controls that are easy to reach in the speaker intended placement.

Importance: LOW

top; side
Touchscreen
What it is: Indicates whether a touch-sensitive screen is integrated.
When it matters: When direct visual control is more convenient than buttons or an app.

Importance: LOW

Good value: yes

no
Nokia Md 51W Jbl Playup Wireless does not have a touchscreen. 0.3% of portable speakers offer this feature.
The speaker does not have an integrated touchscreen.
Smartphone app control
What it is: Shows whether the speaker can be controlled from a phone app.
When it matters: When remote settings, updates, or sound adjustment from a phone matter.

Importance: LOW

Good value: yes

yes
Nokia Md 51W Jbl Playup Wireless supports smartphone app control. 46.1% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Compatible mobile app provides speaker control or settings.
Remote control
What it is: Indicates whether a dedicated remote control is supplied or supported.
When it matters: When you want to control playback from across the room.

Importance: LOW

Good value: yes

no
Nokia Md 51W Jbl Playup Wireless does not include a remote control. 15% of portable speakers offer this feature.
No dedicated remote control is documented.
Fast pairing
What it is: Shows whether setup with compatible devices can be completed more quickly.
When it matters: When quick setup with compatible devices matters.

Importance: LOW

Good value: yes

yes
Nokia Md 51W Jbl Playup Wireless supports fast pairing. 77.6% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Supports documented one-tap or quick device pairing.
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Weight
What it is: The total mass of the portable speaker.
When it matters: When carrying the speaker frequently or packing light matters.

Importance: LOW

Good value: <= 1000 g

760 g
Nokia Md 51W Jbl Playup Wireless weighs 760 g which is lighter than that of 51% of portable speakers and equal to that of 0.2% of portable speakers.
Height
What it is: The vertical external dimension of the speaker body.
When it matters: When the speaker must fit beneath shelves or in a compact bag.

Importance: LOW

Good value: <= 20 cm

12.8 cm
Nokia Md 51W Jbl Playup Wireless has a height of 12.8 cm which is taller than that of 51.2% of portable speakers and equal to that of 0.3% of portable speakers.
Width
What it is: The side-to-side external dimension of the speaker body.
When it matters: When the speaker must fit a narrow shelf, bag, or tabletop.

Importance: LOW

Good value: <= 25 cm

11.8 cm
Nokia Md 51W Jbl Playup Wireless has a width of 11.8 cm which is narrower than that of 69.2% of portable speakers and equal to that of 0.2% of portable speakers.
Depth
What it is: The front-to-back depth of the speaker housing.
When it matters: When the speaker should take up less front-to-back space.

Importance: LOW

Good value: <= 10 cm

11.8 cm
Nokia Md 51W Jbl Playup Wireless has a depth of 11.8 cm which is deeper than that of 68% of portable speakers and equal to that of 0.3% of portable speakers.
Carry options
What it is: The available ways to carry, hang, or attach the speaker.
When it matters: When a handle, strap, or attachment point changes how you carry the speaker.

Importance: LOW

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Companion app name
What it is: The official app used to control settings and functions of the speaker.
When it matters: When app compatibility and the available control features depend on the official app.

Importance: LOW

?
Firmware updates
What it is: Indicates whether the speaker can receive firmware revisions after purchase.
When it matters: When post-purchase fixes and feature improvements matter.

Importance: LOW

Good value: yes

no
Nokia Md 51W Jbl Playup Wireless does not support firmware updates. 47.2% of portable speakers offer this feature.
No supported user-accessible firmware update path.
Firmware update method
What it is: The path used to install firmware updates on the speaker.
When it matters: When the convenience and reliability of installing updates matters.

Importance: LOW

?
Voice assistant support
What it is: Indicates whether the speaker can work with supported voice assistants.
When it matters: When hands-free control through a compatible assistant matters.

Importance: LOW

Good value: yes

no
Nokia Md 51W Jbl Playup Wireless does not support voice assistants. 26.5% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Supports direct voice-assistant control.
Spotify Connect
What it is: Shows whether Spotify can stream directly to the speaker over the network.
When it matters: When Spotify should stream directly without keeping phone audio active.

Importance: LOW

Good value: yes

no
Nokia Md 51W Jbl Playup Wireless does not support Spotify Connect. 10.8% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Does not support native Spotify Connect.
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Nokia Md 51W Jbl Playup Wireless vs the average portable speaker

  • Provides 360-degree sound
    Nokia Md 51W Jbl Playup Wireless provides 360-degree sound, while the average portable speaker does not provide 360-degree sound.
    Provides omnidirectional 360° sound radiation.
    What it is: Indicates whether sound is spread evenly in all directions.
    When it matters: When even sound coverage around the speaker matters.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: yes

    Nokia Md 51W Jbl Playup Wireless provides 360-degree sound, while the average portable speaker does not provide 360-degree sound.
  • 2,000 Hz higher maximum frequency
    Nokia Md 51W Jbl Playup Wireless has a higher maximum frequency than the average portable speaker (22,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz).
    Upper frequency-response endpoint: 22000 Hz.
    What it is: The highest audible frequency the speaker can reproduce.
    When it matters: When upper-treble extension and high-frequency detail matter.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >= 20000 Hz

    Nokia Md 51W Jbl Playup Wireless has a higher maximum frequency than the average portable speaker (22,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz).22000 Hz vs 20000 Hz
  • 9 dB higher signal-to-noise ratio
    Nokia Md 51W Jbl Playup Wireless has a higher signal-to-noise ratio than the average portable speaker (89 dB vs 80 dB).
    Signal-to-noise ratio: 89.00 dB.
    What it is: The ratio between the wanted audio signal and background noise.
    When it matters: When cleaner audio with less background noise matters.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >= 80 dB

    Nokia Md 51W Jbl Playup Wireless has a higher signal-to-noise ratio than the average portable speaker (89 dB vs 80 dB).89.00 dB vs 80 dB
  • Supports fast pairing
    Nokia Md 51W Jbl Playup Wireless supports fast pairing, while the average portable speaker does not support fast pairing.
    Supports documented one-tap or quick device pairing.
    What it is: Shows whether setup with compatible devices can be completed more quickly.
    When it matters: When quick setup with compatible devices matters.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: yes

    Nokia Md 51W Jbl Playup Wireless supports fast pairing, while the average portable speaker does not support fast pairing.
  • Supports NFC Bluetooth pairing
    Nokia Md 51W Jbl Playup Wireless supports NFC Bluetooth pairing, while the average portable speaker does not support NFC Bluetooth pairing.
    What it is: Shows whether NFC can be used to start Bluetooth pairing quickly.
    When it matters: When you want faster tap-to-pair setup with compatible devices.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: yes

    Nokia Md 51W Jbl Playup Wireless supports NFC Bluetooth pairing, while the average portable speaker does not support NFC Bluetooth pairing.
  • 20 °C higher maximum operating temperature
    Nokia Md 51W Jbl Playup Wireless has a higher maximum operating temperature than the average portable speaker (60 °C vs 40 °C).
    What it is: The highest ambient temperature recommended for normal operation.
    When it matters: When reliable use in hot weather or direct sunlight matters.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: >= 45 °C

    Nokia Md 51W Jbl Playup Wireless has a higher maximum operating temperature than the average portable speaker (60 °C vs 40 °C).60 °C vs 40 °C
  • Has a removable battery
    Nokia Md 51W Jbl Playup Wireless has a removable battery, while the average portable speaker does not have a removable battery.
    What it is: Shows whether the battery can be removed from the speaker by the user.
    When it matters: When replacing a worn battery or carrying a spare matters.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: yes

    Nokia Md 51W Jbl Playup Wireless has a removable battery, while the average portable speaker does not have a removable battery.
  • Includes a power adapter
    Nokia Md 51W Jbl Playup Wireless includes a power adapter, while the average portable speaker does not include a power adapter.
    What it is: Indicates whether a dedicated power adapter is included in the box.
    When it matters: When you want the required charging hardware supplied in the box.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: yes

    Nokia Md 51W Jbl Playup Wireless includes a power adapter, while the average portable speaker does not include a power adapter.
  • Provides 360-degree sound
    Nokia Md 51W Jbl Playup Wireless provides 360-degree sound, while the average portable speaker does not provide 360-degree sound.
  • 2,000 Hz higher maximum frequency
    Nokia Md 51W Jbl Playup Wireless has a higher maximum frequency than the average portable speaker (22,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz).
  • 9 dB higher signal-to-noise ratio
    Nokia Md 51W Jbl Playup Wireless has a higher signal-to-noise ratio than the average portable speaker (89 dB vs 80 dB).
  • Supports NFC Bluetooth pairing
    Nokia Md 51W Jbl Playup Wireless supports NFC Bluetooth pairing, while the average portable speaker does not support NFC Bluetooth pairing.
  • Has a removable battery
    Nokia Md 51W Jbl Playup Wireless has a removable battery, while the average portable speaker does not have a removable battery.
  • Includes a power adapter
    Nokia Md 51W Jbl Playup Wireless includes a power adapter, while the average portable speaker does not include a power adapter.
  • 20 °C higher maximum operating temperature
    Nokia Md 51W Jbl Playup Wireless has a higher maximum operating temperature than the average portable speaker (60 °C vs 40 °C).
  • Supports fast pairing
    Nokia Md 51W Jbl Playup Wireless supports fast pairing, while the average portable speaker does not support fast pairing.
  • Includes a travel bag
    Nokia Md 51W Jbl Playup Wireless includes a travel bag, while the average portable speaker does not include a travel bag.

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Connectivity
Battery
Durability
Controls
Design
  • 17 W less audio output power
    Nokia Md 51W Jbl Playup Wireless has less audio output power than the average portable speaker (3 W vs 20.00 W).
    Total RMS output: 3.00 W.
  • 1 fewer microphones
    Nokia Md 51W Jbl Playup Wireless has fewer microphones than the average portable speaker (0 vs 1).
    Built-in microphones: 0.
  • 25 Hz less deep bass extension
    Nokia Md 51W Jbl Playup Wireless has less deep bass extension than the average portable speaker (85 Hz vs 60.00 Hz).
    Lower frequency-response endpoint: 85.00 Hz.
  • Does not include a passive radiator
    Nokia Md 51W Jbl Playup Wireless does not include a passive radiator, while the average portable speaker includes a passive radiator.
  • 1 fewer speaker drivers
    Nokia Md 51W Jbl Playup Wireless has fewer speaker drivers than the average portable speaker (1 vs 2).
    Acoustic drivers: 1.
  • 3 dB SPL lower maximum sound pressure
    Nokia Md 51W Jbl Playup Wireless has a lower maximum sound pressure level than the average portable speaker (89 dB SPL vs 92.00 dB SPL).
    Sound pressure level: 89.00 dB.
  • 2.9 Bluetooth levels older
    Nokia Md 51W Jbl Playup Wireless has an older Bluetooth version than the average portable speaker (2.1 vs 5.0).
    Bluetooth version: 2.1.
  • 1,170 mAh less battery capacity
    Nokia Md 51W Jbl Playup Wireless has a smaller battery capacity than the average portable speaker (1,430 mAh vs 2,600 mAh).
  • 5 W lower charging input power
    Nokia Md 51W Jbl Playup Wireless has lower charging input power than the average portable speaker (5 W vs 10 W).
  • 2 hours shorter battery life
    Nokia Md 51W Jbl Playup Wireless has a shorter battery life than the average portable speaker (10 hours vs 12 hours).
  • Is not water resistant
    Nokia Md 51W Jbl Playup Wireless is not water resistant, while the average portable speaker is water resistant.
  • 10 °C higher minimum operating temperature
    Nokia Md 51W Jbl Playup Wireless has a higher minimum operating temperature than the average portable speaker (10 °C vs 0 °C).
  • Does not support True Wireless Stereo
    Nokia Md 51W Jbl Playup Wireless does not support True Wireless Stereo, while the average portable speaker supports True Wireless Stereo.
    Does not support True Wireless Stereo speaker linking.
  • Does not provide voice prompts
    Nokia Md 51W Jbl Playup Wireless does not provide voice prompts, while the average portable speaker provides voice prompts.
    No spoken status prompts; feedback is absent, visual, or tone-based.
  • 3.5 cm deeper
    Nokia Md 51W Jbl Playup Wireless is deeper than the average portable speaker (11.8 cm vs 8.3 cm).
  • 6 older
    Nokia Md 51W Jbl Playup Wireless was released earlier than the average portable speaker (2013 vs 2019).
    Release year: 2013.
  • Is not water resistant
    Nokia Md 51W Jbl Playup Wireless is not water resistant, while the average portable speaker is water resistant.
    What it is: Indicates whether the enclosure can resist water exposure.
    When it matters: When the speaker may be used near pools, rain, or splashes.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: yes

    Nokia Md 51W Jbl Playup Wireless is not water resistant, while the average portable speaker is water resistant.
  • 17 W less audio output power
    Nokia Md 51W Jbl Playup Wireless has less audio output power than the average portable speaker (3 W vs 20.00 W).
    Total RMS output: 3.00 W.
    What it is: The maximum continuous power the speaker system can deliver.
    When it matters: When you need enough output to fill a larger or noisier space.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >= 20 W

    Nokia Md 51W Jbl Playup Wireless has less audio output power than the average portable speaker (3 W vs 20.00 W).3.00 W vs 20.00 W
  • 1 fewer microphones
    Nokia Md 51W Jbl Playup Wireless has fewer microphones than the average portable speaker (0 vs 1).
    Built-in microphones: 0.
    What it is: The number of microphones built into the speaker.
    When it matters: When voice pickup, calls, or beamforming performance matter.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: >= 1

    Nokia Md 51W Jbl Playup Wireless has fewer microphones than the average portable speaker (0 vs 1).0 vs 1
  • 2.9 Bluetooth levels older
    Nokia Md 51W Jbl Playup Wireless has an older Bluetooth version than the average portable speaker (2.1 vs 5.0).
    Bluetooth version: 2.1.
    What it is: The generation of Bluetooth supported by the speaker hardware.
    When it matters: When compatibility and efficiency with newer Bluetooth devices matter.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: >= 5.0

    Nokia Md 51W Jbl Playup Wireless has an older Bluetooth version than the average portable speaker (2.1 vs 5.0).2.1 vs 5.0
  • 1,170 mAh less battery capacity
    Nokia Md 51W Jbl Playup Wireless has a smaller battery capacity than the average portable speaker (1,430 mAh vs 2,600 mAh).
    What it is: The amount of electrical charge the internal battery can store.
    When it matters: When longer untethered playback or power-bank use needs more stored charge.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >= 5000 mAh

    Nokia Md 51W Jbl Playup Wireless has a smaller battery capacity than the average portable speaker (1,430 mAh vs 2,600 mAh).1430 mAh vs 2600 mAh
  • 25 Hz less deep bass extension
    Nokia Md 51W Jbl Playup Wireless has less deep bass extension than the average portable speaker (85 Hz vs 60.00 Hz).
    Lower frequency-response endpoint: 85.00 Hz.
    What it is: The lowest audible frequency the speaker can reproduce.
    When it matters: When deeper bass extension matters.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: <= 60 Hz

    Nokia Md 51W Jbl Playup Wireless has less deep bass extension than the average portable speaker (85 Hz vs 60.00 Hz).85.00 Hz vs 60.00 Hz
  • Does not include a passive radiator
    Nokia Md 51W Jbl Playup Wireless does not include a passive radiator, while the average portable speaker includes a passive radiator.
    What it is: Shows whether passive radiators are used to reinforce bass output.
    When it matters: When enhanced bass response from a compact enclosure matters.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: yes

    Nokia Md 51W Jbl Playup Wireless does not include a passive radiator, while the average portable speaker includes a passive radiator.
  • Does not support True Wireless Stereo
    Nokia Md 51W Jbl Playup Wireless does not support True Wireless Stereo, while the average portable speaker supports True Wireless Stereo.
    Does not support True Wireless Stereo speaker linking.
    What it is: Shows whether the speaker supports true wireless speaker-to-speaker pairing.
    When it matters: When two compatible speakers should pair wirelessly for stereo playback.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: yes

    Nokia Md 51W Jbl Playup Wireless does not support True Wireless Stereo, while the average portable speaker supports True Wireless Stereo.
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Battery
Durability
Controls
Design
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What customers like about Nokia Md 51W Jbl Playup Wireless?

  • Delivers balanced 360-degree sound distribution
  • Quick and easy tap-to-pair functionality via integrated NFC
  • Premium and durable chassis with a tactile rubberised finish
  • Clever storage base that completely hides the 3.5 mm auxiliary cable
  • Long-lasting continuous battery life tracking up to 10 hours
  • Convenient user-replaceable removable battery design

What customers dislike about Nokia Md 51W Jbl Playup Wireless?

  • Lacks an integrated microphone preventing hands-free speakerphone calls
  • Relies on highly outdated Bluetooth 2.1 wireless connection standards
  • Noticeably heavy and bulky form factor compared to modern pocket speakers
  • Does not support wireless Qi charging unlike its sister PowerUp model
  • Limited overall power output cap at just 3 watts RMS

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mbrett.wordpress.com
17/03/2013
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REVIEW: JBL Play UP portable NFC BT Speaker - mbrett If you need more details about this speaker, I can provide information on its battery life, compa...
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propakistani.pk
20/03/2013
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JBL PlayUp Wireless Speaker for Nokia : Review - ProPakistani
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tchgdns.de
15/08/2014
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Nokia JBL PlayUp: Wireless Bluetooth speaker with NFC reviewed
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leganerd.com
29/07/2013
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Nokia Lumia 620 Review (Note: Includes in-depth test and field review of the matching JBL PlayUp speaker)
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dailymotion.com
31/10/2012
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Italian preview of JBL PlayUp (Note: Practical video test in Italian showing the behavior of the audio system)
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