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Onkyo X3 Review | 130 Data compared

Avg. price:~£180Audio output power:9.00 WBattery life:8 hoursIP rating:?Bluetooth version:2.1Weight:866 g

Onkyo X3 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.

6.4/10

Overall score

Score
6.4/ 10
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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 distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 69% of models
Score components

80%

6.4

Technical score

20%

?

User score

â–¼Worse than 69% of portable speakers
7.3

Value for money

Value for money
7.3/ 10
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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 distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 79% of models
Score components

70%

6.4

Overall score

30%

9.6

Price

â–¼Worse than 79%
6.4

Technical score

Technical score
6.4/ 10
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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 distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 59% of models
Score components

32%

6.3

Audio

20%

6.2

Battery

18%

7.9

Durability

16%

5.6

Connectivity

8%

5.0

Controls

3%

9.0

Design

3%

4.7

Smart features

â–¼Worse than 59%
?

User score

User score
8.0/ 10
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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 distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 71% of models
Score components

70%

?

User ratings

30%

?

Number of reviews

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Where to buy
    N/A~ £180
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Technical Specifications of portable speaker Onkyo X3

Technical score
Technical score
6.4/ 10
✕
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 distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 59% of models
Score components:

32%

6.3

Audio

20%

6.2

Battery

18%

7.9

Durability

16%

5.6

Connectivity

8%

5.0

Controls

3%

9.0

Design

3%

4.7

Smart features

6.4
User score
User score
8.0/ 10
✕
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 distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 71% of models
Score components

70%

?

User ratings

30%

?

Number of reviews

?
Popularity
Popularity
1.0/ 10
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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.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
Popularity:
Onkyo X3 has a popularity score of 1 point, which is lower than 59.2% of products in this category.
1.0
Value for money
Value for money
7.3/ 10
✕
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 distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 79% of models
Score components:

70%

6.4

Overall score

30%

9.6

Price

7.3
Audio output power
9 W
Market range: <4 W – >100 W
This portable speaker has an audio output power of 9 W which is lower than that of 73.5% of portable speakers and equal to that of 0.2% of portable speakers.
Driver unit size
44 mm
Market range: <38 mm – >101 mm
This portable speaker has a driver unit size of 44 mm which is smaller than that of 69.6% of portable speakers and equal to that of 3.7% of portable speakers.
Number of drivers
2
Market range: <0 – >5
This portable speaker has 2 drivers, which is more than 24.5% of portable speakers and equal to the number in 45.5% of portable speakers.
Frequency response tolerance
3 dB
Market range: <3 dB – >6 dB
This portable speaker has a frequency response tolerance of 3 dB which is lower than that of 23.3% of portable speakers and equal to that of 69.2% of portable speakers.
Lowest frequency
70 Hz
Market range: <20 Hz – >120 Hz
This portable speaker has a lowest frequency of 70 Hz which is higher than that of 61% of portable speakers and equal to that of 4.6% of portable speakers.
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Bluetooth connectivity
yes
This portable speaker supports Bluetooth audio. 5.4% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Bluetooth version
2.1
Market range: <3 – >5.3
This portable speaker 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.
Maximum Bluetooth range
10 m
Market range: <10 m – >30 m
This portable speaker has a maximum Bluetooth range of 10 m which is longer than that of 4.3% of portable speakers and equal to that of 70.2% of portable speakers.
Bluetooth profiles supported
?
Bluetooth LE Audio
no
This portable speaker does not support Bluetooth LE Audio. 2.5% of portable speakers offer this feature.
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Battery life
8 hours
Market range: <6 hours – >24 hours
This portable speaker has a battery life of 8 hours which is shorter than that of 68.9% of portable speakers and equal to that of 11.6% of portable speakers.
Battery capacity
3,400 mAh
Market range: <900 mAh – >6.6k mAh
This portable speaker has a battery capacity of 3,400 mAh which is larger than that of 66.4% of portable speakers and equal to that of 1.1% of portable speakers.
Charging time
3 hours
Market range: <2 hours – >5 hours
This portable speaker 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
10 W
Market range: <5 W – >30 W
This portable speaker has a maximum charging input power of 10 W which is higher than that of 44.3% of portable speakers and equal to that of 26.1% of portable speakers.
Built-in rechargeable battery
yes
This portable speaker has a built-in rechargeable battery. 18.7% of portable speakers offer this feature.
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IP rating
?
Water resistance
yes
This portable speaker is water resistant. 38.3% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Dust resistance
?
Waterproof depth rating
?
Drop resistance
?
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On-device controls placement
?
Touchscreen
no
This portable speaker does not have a touchscreen. 0.3% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Smartphone app control
?
Remote control
no
This portable speaker does not include a remote control. 15% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Fast pairing
no
This portable speaker does not support fast pairing. 22.5% of portable speakers offer this feature.
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Weight
866 g
Market range: <200 g – >5.6k g
This portable speaker weighs 866 g which is heavier than that of 52.1% of portable speakers.
Height
9.3 cm
Market range: <5.79 cm – >29 cm
This portable speaker has a height of 9.3 cm which is shorter than that of 65.3% of portable speakers and equal to that of 0.3% of portable speakers.
Width
19.5 cm
Market range: <7.6 cm – >37 cm
This portable speaker has a width of 19.5 cm which is wider than that of 54.8% of portable speakers and equal to that of 0.4% of portable speakers.
Depth
5.1 cm
Market range: <4.3 cm – >19.97 cm
This portable speaker has a depth of 5.1 cm which is shallower than that of 81.1% of portable speakers and equal to that of 0.7% of portable speakers.
Carry options
none
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Companion app name
?
Firmware updates
?
Firmware update method
?
Voice assistant support
no
This portable speaker does not support voice assistants. 26.5% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Spotify Connect
no
This portable speaker does not support Spotify Connect. 10.8% of portable speakers offer this feature.
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Onkyo X3 vs the average portable speaker

246810TotalAudioConnectivityBatteryDurabilityControlsDesignSmart features
  • 1 more multipoint connections
    This portable speaker has more multipoint connections than the average portable speaker (2 vs 1).
    2 vs 1
  • Has built-in stereo speakers
    This portable speaker has built-in stereo speakers, while the average portable speaker does not have built-in stereo speakers.
    Provides true stereo output within the unit.
  • Has a power bank function
    This portable speaker has a power bank function, while the average portable speaker does not have a power bank function.
  • 1 more USB ports
    This portable speaker has more USB ports than the average portable speaker (2 vs 1).
    2 vs 1
  • Includes a power adapter
    This portable speaker includes a power adapter, while the average portable speaker does not include a power adapter.
  • 800 mAh more battery capacity
    This portable speaker has a larger battery capacity than the average portable speaker (3,400 mAh vs 2,600 mAh).
    3,400 mAh vs 2,600 mAh
  • Has a sleep timer
    This portable speaker has a sleep timer, while the average portable speaker does not have a sleep timer.
    A selectable timer can stop playback or power the speaker down.
  • 3.2 cm shallower
    This portable speaker is shallower than the average portable speaker (5.1 cm vs 8.3 cm).
    5.1 cm vs 8.3 cm
  • Has built-in stereo speakers
    This portable speaker has built-in stereo speakers, while the average portable speaker does not have built-in stereo speakers.
    Provides true stereo output within the unit.
  • 1 more multipoint connections
    This portable speaker has more multipoint connections than the average portable speaker (2 vs 1).
    2 vs 1
  • 1 more USB ports
    This portable speaker has more USB ports than the average portable speaker (2 vs 1).
    2 vs 1
  • Has a power bank function
    This portable speaker has a power bank function, while the average portable speaker does not have a power bank function.
  • Includes a power adapter
    This portable speaker includes a power adapter, while the average portable speaker does not include a power adapter.
  • 800 mAh more battery capacity
    This portable speaker has a larger battery capacity than the average portable speaker (3,400 mAh vs 2,600 mAh).
    3,400 mAh vs 2,600 mAh
  • Has a sleep timer
    This portable speaker has a sleep timer, while the average portable speaker does not have a sleep timer.
    A selectable timer can stop playback or power the speaker down.
  • 3.2 cm shallower
    This portable speaker is shallower than the average portable speaker (5.1 cm vs 8.3 cm).
    5.1 cm vs 8.3 cm
  • 4 hours shorter battery life
    This portable speaker has a shorter battery life than the average portable speaker (8 hours vs 12 hours).
    8 hours vs 12 hours
  • 2.9 Bluetooth levels older
    This portable speaker has an older Bluetooth version than the average portable speaker (2.1 vs 5).
    2.1 vs 5
  • 11 W less audio output power
    This portable speaker has less audio output power than the average portable speaker (9 W vs 20 W).
    9 W vs 20 W
  • Does not support True Wireless Stereo
    This portable speaker does not support True Wireless Stereo, while the average portable speaker supports True Wireless Stereo.
  • 6 mm smaller main driver
    This portable speaker has a smaller main driver than the average portable speaker (44 mm vs 50 mm).
    44 mm vs 50 mm
  • 10 Hz less deep bass extension
    This portable speaker has less deep bass extension than the average portable speaker (70 Hz vs 60 Hz).
    70 Hz vs 60 Hz
  • 4.21x less popular
    Onkyo X3 is less popular than the average portable speaker (1 vs 4.21).
    1 vs 4.21
  • 2.7% worse value for money
    Onkyo X3 offers worse value for money than the average portable speaker (7.35 vs 7.5).
    7.35 vs 7.55
  • 4.21x less popular
    Onkyo X3 is less popular than the average portable speaker (1 vs 4.21).
    1 vs 4.21
  • 2.7% worse value for money
    Onkyo X3 offers worse value for money than the average portable speaker (7.35 vs 7.5).
    7.35 vs 7.55
  • 2x more expensive
    Onkyo X3 is more expensive than the average portable speaker (£180 vs £90).
    £180 vs £90
  • 11 W less audio output power
    This portable speaker has less audio output power than the average portable speaker (9 W vs 20 W).
    9 W vs 20 W
  • 6 mm smaller main driver
    This portable speaker has a smaller main driver than the average portable speaker (44 mm vs 50 mm).
    44 mm vs 50 mm
  • 10 Hz less deep bass extension
    This portable speaker has less deep bass extension than the average portable speaker (70 Hz vs 60 Hz).
    70 Hz vs 60 Hz
  • 2.9 Bluetooth levels older
    This portable speaker has an older Bluetooth version than the average portable speaker (2.1 vs 5).
    2.1 vs 5
  • 4 hours shorter battery life
    This portable speaker has a shorter battery life than the average portable speaker (8 hours vs 12 hours).
    8 hours vs 12 hours
  • Does not support True Wireless Stereo
    This portable speaker does not support True Wireless Stereo, while the average portable speaker supports True Wireless Stereo.
  • 3 older
    This portable speaker was released earlier than the average portable speaker (2016 vs 2019).
    2016 vs 2019

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

W
whathifi.com
01/02/2017
Summary of the review
Onkyo X3 review - What Hi-Fi?
A
afdigitale.it
07/02/2017
Summary of the review
Onkyo X3: is it really worth 200 euros?
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Third-party reviews

What customers like about Onkyo X3

  • Solid, high-quality, and robust build construction
  • Doubles as a portable power bank to charge mobile devices via USB
  • Rich and deep sound quality with crisp high-fidelity audio
  • Seamless, stable, and very easy Bluetooth pairing
  • Compact, lightweight, and highly portable design
  • Includes an auxiliary input (3.5mm jack) for traditional wired connections
  • Allows simultaneous Bluetooth connection of up to two devices

What customers don't like about Onkyo X3

  • Overall audio delivery can feel flat, lacklustre, and lacking excitement
  • Bass and midrange definition lack body and power according to some users
  • No visible battery level indicator or volume setting status
  • Priced high compared to highly competitive and superior sounding rivals
  • Reported firmware or hardware issues causing the speaker to unexpectedly turn itself off

Verdict

The **Onkyo X3** is a compact, portable wireless speaker featuring dual 44.5mm full-range drivers combined with two 2.5-inch passive radiators, delivering a total rated output power of 9W RMS with a frequency response of 70Hz to 20kHz. Notable pros include multi-device Bluetooth pairing for up to 8 devices, a built-in microphone for hands-free calling, and an integrated 3,400mAh power bank to charge smartphones via its USB port. However, major cons include a modest 8-hour battery life, a relatively heavy weight of 870 grams for its size, and an outdated Bluetooth 2.1 protocol.

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