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Philips TAX4910 Review | 130 Data compared

Avg. price:~£90Audio output power:?Battery life:10 hoursIP rating:?Bluetooth version:5.3Weight:6400 g

Philips TAX4910 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.

6.8/10

Overall score

Score
6.8/ 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
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Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 58% of models
Score components

80%

6.8

Technical score

20%

?

User score

â–²Better than 58% of portable speakers
7.8

Value for money

Value for money
7.8/ 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–² Better than 68% of models
Score components

70%

6.8

Overall score

30%

10

Price

â–²Better than 68%
6.8

Technical score

Technical score
6.8/ 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–² Better than 67% of models
Score components

32%

7.5

Audio

20%

6.1

Battery

18%

6.7

Durability

16%

6.4

Connectivity

8%

8.8

Controls

3%

3.3

Design

3%

6.4

Smart features

â–²Better than 67%
?

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~ £90
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Technical Specifications of portable speaker Philips TAX4910

Technical score
Technical score
6.8/ 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–² Better than 67% of models
Score components:

32%

7.5

Audio

20%

6.1

Battery

18%

6.7

Durability

16%

6.4

Connectivity

8%

8.8

Controls

3%

3.3

Design

3%

6.4

Smart features

6.8
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:
Philips TAX4910 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
7.8/ 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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 68% of models
Score components:

70%

6.8

Overall score

30%

10

Price

7.8
Audio output power
?
Driver unit size
165 mm
Market range: <38 mm – >101 mm
This portable speaker has a driver unit size of 165 mm which is larger than that of 96.2% of portable speakers and equal to that of 1.9% 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
?
Lowest frequency
20 Hz
Market range: <20 Hz – >120 Hz
This portable speaker has a lowest frequency of 20 Hz which is lower than that of 84.8% of portable speakers and equal to that of 14% 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
5.3
Market range: <3 – >5.3
This portable speaker supports Bluetooth version 5.3 which is newer than that of 78.7% of portable speakers and equal to that of 17.6% 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
A2DP; HFP
Bluetooth LE Audio
?
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Battery life
10 hours
Market range: <6 hours – >24 hours
This portable speaker 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
6,000 mAh
Market range: <900 mAh – >6.6k mAh
This portable speaker has a battery capacity of 6,000 mAh which is larger than that of 88.1% of portable speakers and equal to that of 1.5% of portable speakers.
Charging time
9 hours
Market range: <2 hours – >5 hours
This portable speaker has a charging time of 9 hours which is longer than that of 99.8% of portable speakers.
Maximum charging input power
?
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
no
This portable speaker is not water resistant. 61.7% 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
yes
This portable speaker supports smartphone app control. 46.1% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Compatible mobile app provides speaker control or settings.
Remote control
yes
This portable speaker includes a remote control. 85.1% 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
6,400 g
Market range: <200 g – >5.6k g
This portable speaker weighs 6,400 g which is heavier than that of 92.1% of portable speakers and equal to that of 0.1% of portable speakers.
Height
62.4 cm
Market range: <5.79 cm – >29 cm
This portable speaker has a height of 62.4 cm which is taller than that of 97.3% of portable speakers.
Width
?
Depth
28.1 cm
Market range: <4.3 cm – >19.97 cm
This portable speaker has a depth of 28.1 cm which is deeper than that of 95.1% of portable speakers.
Carry options
handle
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Companion app name
Philips Entertainment
Firmware updates
yes
This portable speaker supports firmware updates. 52.9% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Supports user-accessible 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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Philips TAX4910 vs the average portable speaker

246810TotalAudioConnectivityBatteryDurabilityControlsDesignSmart features
  • 115 mm larger main driver
    This portable speaker has a larger main driver than the average portable speaker (165 mm vs 50 mm).
    165 mm vs 50 mm
  • 13 dB SPL higher maximum sound pressure
    This portable speaker has a higher maximum sound pressure level than the average portable speaker (105 dB SPL vs 92 dB SPL).
    105 dB SPL vs 92 dB SPL
  • 3,400 mAh more battery capacity
    This portable speaker has a larger battery capacity than the average portable speaker (6,000 mAh vs 2,600 mAh).
    6,000 mAh vs 2,600 mAh
  • 40 Hz deeper bass extension
    This portable speaker has deeper bass extension than the average portable speaker (20 Hz vs 60 Hz).
    20 Hz vs 60 Hz
  • Has an equalizer
    This portable speaker has an equalizer, while the average portable speaker does not have an equalizer.
    Offers user-selectable EQ, tone adjustment, or sound presets.
  • Supports party mode
    This portable speaker supports party mode, while the average portable speaker does not support party mode.
    Supports synchronized multi-speaker party/group playback.
  • Has a USB Type-C port
    This portable speaker has a USB Type-C port, while the average portable speaker does not have a USB Type-C port.
    Has a physical USB-C port.
  • 0.3 Bluetooth levels newer
    This portable speaker has a newer Bluetooth version than the average portable speaker (5.3 vs 5).
    5.3 vs 5
  • 115 mm larger main driver
    This portable speaker has a larger main driver than the average portable speaker (165 mm vs 50 mm).
    165 mm vs 50 mm
  • 13 dB SPL higher maximum sound pressure
    This portable speaker has a higher maximum sound pressure level than the average portable speaker (105 dB SPL vs 92 dB SPL).
    105 dB SPL vs 92 dB SPL
  • 40 Hz deeper bass extension
    This portable speaker has deeper bass extension than the average portable speaker (20 Hz vs 60 Hz).
    20 Hz vs 60 Hz
  • Has a USB Type-C port
    This portable speaker has a USB Type-C port, while the average portable speaker does not have a USB Type-C port.
    Has a physical USB-C port.
  • 0.3 Bluetooth levels newer
    This portable speaker has a newer Bluetooth version than the average portable speaker (5.3 vs 5).
    5.3 vs 5
  • Has a microphone input
    This portable speaker has a microphone input, while the average portable speaker does not have a microphone input.
    Has a physical external microphone input.
  • Has an external memory card slot
    This portable speaker has an external memory card slot, while the average portable speaker does not have an external memory card slot.
    Has a removable memory-card slot for playback.
  • 3,400 mAh more battery capacity
    This portable speaker has a larger battery capacity than the average portable speaker (6,000 mAh vs 2,600 mAh).
    6,000 mAh vs 2,600 mAh
  • Has an equalizer
    This portable speaker has an equalizer, while the average portable speaker does not have an equalizer.
    Offers user-selectable EQ, tone adjustment, or sound presets.
  • Supports party mode
    This portable speaker supports party mode, while the average portable speaker does not support party mode.
    Supports synchronized multi-speaker party/group playback.
  • Includes a remote control
    This portable speaker includes a remote control, while the average portable speaker does not include a remote control.
  • Has an FM radio
    This portable speaker has an FM radio, while the average portable speaker does not have an FM radio.
  • Supports firmware updates
    This portable speaker supports firmware updates, while the average portable speaker does not support firmware updates.
    Supports user-accessible firmware updates.
  • 6 newer
    This portable speaker was released more recently than the average portable speaker (2025 vs 2019).
    2025 vs 2019
  • Is not water resistant
    This portable speaker is not water resistant, while the average portable speaker is water resistant.
  • 6 hours longer charging time
    This portable speaker has a longer charging time than the average portable speaker (9 hours vs 3 hours).
    9 hours vs 3 hours
  • 1 fewer microphones
    This portable speaker has fewer microphones than the average portable speaker (0 vs 1).
    0 vs 1
  • 5,600 g heavier
    This portable speaker is heavier than the average portable speaker (6,400 g vs 800 g).
    6,400 g vs 800 g
  • Does not include a passive radiator
    This portable speaker does not include a passive radiator, while the average portable speaker includes a passive radiator.
  • 2 hours shorter battery life
    This portable speaker has a shorter battery life than the average portable speaker (10 hours vs 12 hours).
    10 hours vs 12 hours
  • 50 cm taller
    This portable speaker is taller than the average portable speaker (62.4 cm vs 12.4 cm).
    62.4 cm vs 12.4 cm
  • 19.8 cm deeper
    This portable speaker is deeper than the average portable speaker (28.1 cm vs 8.3 cm).
    28.1 cm vs 8.3 cm
  • 4.21x less popular
    Philips TAX4910 is less popular than the average portable speaker (1 vs 4.21).
    1 vs 4.21
  • 1 fewer microphones
    This portable speaker has fewer microphones than the average portable speaker (0 vs 1).
    0 vs 1
  • Does not include a passive radiator
    This portable speaker does not include a passive radiator, while the average portable speaker includes a passive radiator.
  • 6 hours longer charging time
    This portable speaker has a longer charging time than the average portable speaker (9 hours vs 3 hours).
    9 hours vs 3 hours
  • 2 hours shorter battery life
    This portable speaker has a shorter battery life than the average portable speaker (10 hours vs 12 hours).
    10 hours vs 12 hours
  • Is not water resistant
    This portable speaker is not water resistant, while the average portable speaker is water resistant.
  • 5,600 g heavier
    This portable speaker is heavier than the average portable speaker (6,400 g vs 800 g).
    6,400 g vs 800 g
  • 50 cm taller
    This portable speaker is taller than the average portable speaker (62.4 cm vs 12.4 cm).
    62.4 cm vs 12.4 cm
  • 19.8 cm deeper
    This portable speaker is deeper than the average portable speaker (28.1 cm vs 8.3 cm).
    28.1 cm vs 8.3 cm

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Philips TAX4910

  • Powerful 120W sound output suitable for indoor and outdoor spaces
  • Good quality audio with clear vocals and punchy deep bass
  • Removable and swappable battery design that enhances longevity
  • Great value for money compared to rival party speaker brands
  • Useful physical features including dual mic inputs and an external memory card slot
  • Lighter and more compact chassis than similar high-output party boxes
  • Vibrant, energy-matching built-in LED party light modes

What customers don't like about Philips TAX4910

  • Exceptionally long battery charging time of approximately 9 hours
  • Heavy to carry around at 6.4 kg if transporting without a vehicle
  • Lacks an official dust or high-level water resistance rating
  • Audio quality expectations may fall short for users seeking high-end premium refinement

Verdict

The Philips TAX4910 is a portable party speaker featuring a powerful 120W maximum sound output driven by dual 6.5-inch woofers and a 1-inch tweeter across a 20 Hz to 20 kHz frequency response. Key highlights include versatile connectivity options such as Bluetooth 5.3, USB, SD card slots, and AUX inputs, alongside an integrated 6000mAh battery providing up to 10 hours of playtime, dynamic rhythmic RGB party lights, and two dedicated microphone inputs for karaoke. Major advantages of the system include its loud, deep bass delivery, True Wireless Stereo pairing to synchronize two units, and an included multi-functional remote control for precise EQ and echo adjustments. However, notable drawbacks include a remarkably long 9-hour battery recharge time, lack of built-in FM radio or water resistance, and a relatively hefty floor-standing profile weighing 6.4 kg that might limit effortless mobility.

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