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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£110
  • Avg. price in US: ~$140
  • Audio output power: 60.00 W
  • Battery life: ?
  • IP rating: ?
  • Bluetooth version: ?
  • Weight: 3300 g

Sony Dock Rdp XA700ip 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.

7.0

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%

7.0

Technical Score

20.0%

?

User score

Very good
7.0

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%

6.1

Audio

20.0%

8.1

Battery

18.0%

8.7

Durability

16.0%

6.6

Connectivity

8.0%

7.0

Controls

3.0%

5.7

Design

3.0%

4.7

Smart features

Very good
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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

  • 7.7
    Outdoor durability

    Score components:

    40.0%

    ?

    Water resistance

    25.0%

    ?

    IP rating

    20.0%

    6.5

    Weight

    15.0%

    ?

    Battery life

  • 7.2
    Powerful sound

    Score components:

    45.0%

    8.1

    Audio output power

    25.0%

    ?

    Battery life

    15.0%

    6.5

    Weight

    15.0%

    4.0

    Party mode

  • 7.0
    Home listening

    Score components:

    35.0%

    4.0

    Multi-room support

    30.0%

    10

    Wi-Fi connectivity

    20.0%

    8.1

    Audio output power

    15.0%

    6.5

    Weight

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Best prices in UK

    N/A~ £110

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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 Sony RDP-XA700iP is a premium 2.1-channel speaker dock delivering 60W of total output power through two 48mm drivers and a 90mm subwoofer, enhanced by dual passive radiators and S-Master digital amplification. Main pros include high-quality, room-filling sound with deep bass, Apple AirPlay connectivity for wireless streaming, an integrated Ethernet port, and a hidden retractable 30-pin dock tray that simultaneously charges compatible iOS devices. However, significant cons include its lack of Bluetooth support, strict reliance on AC power without a portable battery option, and an outdated 30-pin connector that requires an adapter for modern Lightning or USB-C Apple devices.

Technical Specifications of portable speaker Sony Dock Rdp XA700ip

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

7.0
Sony Dock Rdp XA700ip has a technical score of 7.04 points, which is higher than 63.3% 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
Sony Dock Rdp XA700ip 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%

7.0

Overall score

40.0%

9.9

Price

7.9
Sony Dock Rdp XA700ip has a quality-to-price ratio of 7.9 points, which is higher than 60.4% 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

60.00 W
Sony Dock Rdp XA700ip has an audio output power of 60.00 W which is higher than that of 79.9% of portable speakers and equal to that of 4.5% of portable speakers.
Total RMS output: 60.00 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

48.00 mm
Sony Dock Rdp XA700ip has a driver unit size of 48.00 mm which is smaller than that of 56.4% of portable speakers and equal to that of 3.3% of portable speakers.
Primary driver diameter: 48.00 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

2
Sony Dock Rdp XA700ip has 2 drivers, which is more than 24.5% of portable speakers and equal to the number in 45.5% of portable speakers.
Acoustic drivers: 2.
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

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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

100.00 Hz
Sony Dock Rdp XA700ip has a lowest frequency of 100.00 Hz which is higher than that of 82.6% of portable speakers and equal to that of 6% of portable speakers.
Lower frequency-response endpoint: 100.00 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

no
Sony Dock Rdp XA700ip does not support Bluetooth audio. 94.7% 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

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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

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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

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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
Sony Dock Rdp XA700ip 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

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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

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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

4 hours
Sony Dock Rdp XA700ip has a charging time of 4 hours which is longer than that of 67% of portable speakers and equal to that of 19.3% 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

19 W
Sony Dock Rdp XA700ip has a maximum charging input power of 19 W which is higher than that of 84.6% of portable speakers and equal to that of 0.5% 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
Sony Dock Rdp XA700ip 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+

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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
Sony Dock Rdp XA700ip 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
Sony Dock Rdp XA700ip 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

yes
Sony Dock Rdp XA700ip includes a remote control. 85.1% of portable speakers offer this feature.
A dedicated remote-control option 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

no
Sony Dock Rdp XA700ip does not support fast pairing. 22.5% of portable speakers offer this feature.
No qualifying fast-pair capability; initial pairing is manual or standard.
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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

3,300 g
Sony Dock Rdp XA700ip weighs 3,300 g which is heavier than that of 82.2% of portable speakers and equal to that of 0.3% 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

17.6 cm
Sony Dock Rdp XA700ip has a height of 17.6 cm which is taller than that of 67.2% 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

40.1 cm
Sony Dock Rdp XA700ip has a width of 40.1 cm which is wider than that of 92.6% 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

16 cm
Sony Dock Rdp XA700ip has a depth of 16 cm which is deeper than that of 82.4% of portable speakers and equal to that of 0.4% 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

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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

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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

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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
Sony Dock Rdp XA700ip does not support voice assistants. 26.5% of portable speakers offer this feature.
No direct supported 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
Sony Dock Rdp XA700ip does not support Spotify Connect. 10.8% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Supports native Spotify Connect.
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Sony Dock Rdp XA700ip vs the average portable speaker

  • 40 W more audio output power
    Sony Dock Rdp XA700ip has more audio output power than the average portable speaker (60 W vs 20.00 W).
    Total RMS output: 60.00 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

    Sony Dock Rdp XA700ip has more audio output power than the average portable speaker (60 W vs 20.00 W).60.00 W vs 20.00 W
  • Supports Wi-Fi connectivity
    Sony Dock Rdp XA700ip supports Wi-Fi connectivity, while the average portable speaker does not support Wi-Fi connectivity.
    What it is: Indicates whether the speaker can connect to wireless local networks.
    When it matters: When direct network streaming or smart multi-room features matter.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: yes

    Sony Dock Rdp XA700ip supports Wi-Fi connectivity, while the average portable speaker does not support Wi-Fi connectivity.
  • Includes a subwoofer
    Sony Dock Rdp XA700ip includes a subwoofer, while the average portable speaker does not include a subwoofer.
    Has an integrated active subwoofer driver.
    What it is: Indicates whether a dedicated low-frequency driver is included.
    When it matters: When stronger low-frequency output matters without adding separate equipment.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: yes

    Sony Dock Rdp XA700ip includes a subwoofer, while the average portable speaker does not include a subwoofer.
  • 5 more EQ presets
    Sony Dock Rdp XA700ip has more EQ presets than the average portable speaker (5 vs 0).
    5 eq presets.
    What it is: The number of preset sound tuning profiles that can be selected.
    When it matters: When you want more ready-made sound profiles for different content.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: >= 4 presets

    Sony Dock Rdp XA700ip has more EQ presets than the average portable speaker (5 vs 0).5 vs 0
  • Supports AirPlay
    Sony Dock Rdp XA700ip supports AirPlay, while the average portable speaker does not support AirPlay.
    Supports Apple AirPlay.
    What it is: Indicates whether Apple AirPlay streaming is supported.
    When it matters: When wireless playback from Apple devices and multi-room setups matters.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: yes

    Sony Dock Rdp XA700ip supports AirPlay, while the average portable speaker does not support AirPlay.
  • Has built-in stereo speakers
    Sony Dock Rdp XA700ip has built-in stereo speakers, while the average portable speaker does not have built-in stereo speakers.
    Provides true stereo output within the unit.
    What it is: Shows whether the device uses separate left and right audio channels.
    When it matters: When true left-and-right channel playback matters without pairing a second speaker.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: yes

    Sony Dock Rdp XA700ip has built-in stereo speakers, while the average portable speaker does not have built-in stereo speakers.
  • Has an equalizer
    Sony Dock Rdp XA700ip has an equalizer, while the average portable speaker does not have an equalizer.
    Offers user-selectable EQ, tone adjustment, or sound presets.
    What it is: Shows whether the sound balance can be adjusted across frequency ranges.
    When it matters: When you want to adjust bass, midrange, or treble balance.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: yes

    Sony Dock Rdp XA700ip has an equalizer, while the average portable speaker does not have an equalizer.
  • 9 W higher charging input power
    Sony Dock Rdp XA700ip has higher charging input power than the average portable speaker (19 W vs 10 W).
    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

    Sony Dock Rdp XA700ip has higher charging input power than the average portable speaker (19 W vs 10 W).19 W vs 10 W
  • 40 W more audio output power
    Sony Dock Rdp XA700ip has more audio output power than the average portable speaker (60 W vs 20.00 W).
  • Includes a subwoofer
    Sony Dock Rdp XA700ip includes a subwoofer, while the average portable speaker does not include a subwoofer.
  • Has built-in stereo speakers
    Sony Dock Rdp XA700ip has built-in stereo speakers, while the average portable speaker does not have built-in stereo speakers.
  • Supports Wi-Fi connectivity
    Sony Dock Rdp XA700ip supports Wi-Fi connectivity, while the average portable speaker does not support Wi-Fi connectivity.
  • Supports AirPlay
    Sony Dock Rdp XA700ip supports AirPlay, while the average portable speaker does not support AirPlay.
  • Has Ethernet support
    Sony Dock Rdp XA700ip has Ethernet support, while the average portable speaker does not have Ethernet support.
  • 9 W higher charging input power
    Sony Dock Rdp XA700ip has higher charging input power than the average portable speaker (19 W vs 10 W).
  • Has a power bank function
    Sony Dock Rdp XA700ip has a power bank function, while the average portable speaker does not have a power bank function.
  • Includes a power adapter
    Sony Dock Rdp XA700ip includes a power adapter, while the average portable speaker does not include a power adapter.
  • 5 more EQ presets
    Sony Dock Rdp XA700ip has more EQ presets than the average portable speaker (5 vs 0).
  • Has an equalizer
    Sony Dock Rdp XA700ip has an equalizer, while the average portable speaker does not have an equalizer.
  • Includes a remote control
    Sony Dock Rdp XA700ip includes a remote control, while the average portable speaker does not include a remote control.
  • Supports playback mute
    Sony Dock Rdp XA700ip supports playback mute, while the average portable speaker does not support playback mute.
  • Has a sleep timer
    Sony Dock Rdp XA700ip has a sleep timer, while the average portable speaker does not have a sleep timer.

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  • 10,000 Hz lower maximum frequency
    Sony Dock Rdp XA700ip has a lower maximum frequency than the average portable speaker (10,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz).
    Upper frequency-response endpoint: 10000 Hz.
  • 9 % higher total harmonic distortion
    Sony Dock Rdp XA700ip has higher total harmonic distortion than the average portable speaker (10% vs 1%).
    THD: 10%.
  • 40 Hz less deep bass extension
    Sony Dock Rdp XA700ip has less deep bass extension than the average portable speaker (100 Hz vs 60.00 Hz).
    Lower frequency-response endpoint: 100.00 Hz.
  • 1 fewer microphones
    Sony Dock Rdp XA700ip has fewer microphones than the average portable speaker (0 vs 1).
    Built-in microphones: 0.
  • 2 mm smaller main driver
    Sony Dock Rdp XA700ip has a smaller main driver than the average portable speaker (48 mm vs 50.00 mm).
    Primary driver diameter: 48.00 mm.
  • 11 mm smaller built-in subwoofer
    Sony Dock Rdp XA700ip has a smaller built-in subwoofer than the average portable speaker (90 mm vs 101 mm).
    Built-in subwoofer diameter: 90.00 mm.
  • Does not support Bluetooth audio
    Sony Dock Rdp XA700ip does not support Bluetooth audio, while the average portable speaker supports Bluetooth audio.
  • Fewer Wi-Fi band options
    Sony Dock Rdp XA700ip lists 2.4 GHz for Wi-Fi bands, while the average portable speaker lists 2.4 GHz/5 GHz.
    Wi-Fi bands: 2.4 GHz.
  • Alternative Wi-Fi standard
    Sony Dock Rdp XA700ip supports Wi-Fi 1 (802.11b), while the average portable speaker supports Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n).
    Wi-Fi standard: Wi-Fi 1 (802.11b).
  • 1 hours longer charging time
    Sony Dock Rdp XA700ip has a longer charging time than the average portable speaker (4 hours vs 3 hours).
  • Does not have a battery level indicator
    Sony Dock Rdp XA700ip does not have a battery level indicator, while the average portable speaker has a battery level indicator.
  • Does not support stereo pairing
    Sony Dock Rdp XA700ip does not support stereo pairing, while the average portable speaker supports stereo pairing.
    True left/right stereo pairing: not supported.
  • Does not provide voice prompts
    Sony Dock Rdp XA700ip does not provide voice prompts, while the average portable speaker provides voice prompts.
    No spoken status prompts; feedback is absent, visual, or tone-based.
  • 2,500 g heavier
    Sony Dock Rdp XA700ip is heavier than the average portable speaker (3,300 g vs 800 g).
  • 22 cm wider
    Sony Dock Rdp XA700ip is wider than the average portable speaker (40.1 cm vs 18.1 cm).
  • 7.7 cm deeper
    Sony Dock Rdp XA700ip is deeper than the average portable speaker (16 cm vs 8.3 cm).
  • 5.2 cm taller
    Sony Dock Rdp XA700ip is taller than the average portable speaker (17.6 cm vs 12.4 cm).
  • 7 older
    Sony Dock Rdp XA700ip was released earlier than the average portable speaker (2012 vs 2019).
    Release year: 2012.
  • 10,000 Hz lower maximum frequency
    Sony Dock Rdp XA700ip has a lower maximum frequency than the average portable speaker (10,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz).
    Upper frequency-response endpoint: 10000 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

    Sony Dock Rdp XA700ip has a lower maximum frequency than the average portable speaker (10,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz).10000 Hz vs 20000 Hz
  • 9 % higher total harmonic distortion
    Sony Dock Rdp XA700ip has higher total harmonic distortion than the average portable speaker (10% vs 1%).
    THD: 10%.
    What it is: The amount of unwanted harmonic distortion added to the audio output.
    When it matters: When cleaner sound with less added distortion matters.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: <= 1%

    Sony Dock Rdp XA700ip has higher total harmonic distortion than the average portable speaker (10% vs 1%).10 % vs 1 %
  • 40 Hz less deep bass extension
    Sony Dock Rdp XA700ip has less deep bass extension than the average portable speaker (100 Hz vs 60.00 Hz).
    Lower frequency-response endpoint: 100.00 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

    Sony Dock Rdp XA700ip has less deep bass extension than the average portable speaker (100 Hz vs 60.00 Hz).100.00 Hz vs 60.00 Hz
  • 1 fewer microphones
    Sony Dock Rdp XA700ip 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

    Sony Dock Rdp XA700ip has fewer microphones than the average portable speaker (0 vs 1).0 vs 1
  • Does not support Bluetooth audio
    Sony Dock Rdp XA700ip does not support Bluetooth audio, while the average portable speaker supports Bluetooth audio.
    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

    Sony Dock Rdp XA700ip does not support Bluetooth audio, while the average portable speaker supports Bluetooth audio.
  • 1 hours longer charging time
    Sony Dock Rdp XA700ip has a longer charging time than the average portable speaker (4 hours vs 3 hours).
    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

    Sony Dock Rdp XA700ip has a longer charging time than the average portable speaker (4 hours vs 3 hours).4 hours vs 3 hours
  • Does not support stereo pairing
    Sony Dock Rdp XA700ip does not support stereo pairing, while the average portable speaker supports stereo pairing.
    True left/right stereo pairing: not supported.
    What it is: Indicates whether two compatible speakers can form a stereo pair.
    When it matters: When two compatible speakers should form separate left and right channels.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: yes

    Sony Dock Rdp XA700ip does not support stereo pairing, while the average portable speaker supports stereo pairing.
  • 2,500 g heavier
    Sony Dock Rdp XA700ip is heavier than the average portable speaker (3,300 g vs 800 g).
    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

    Sony Dock Rdp XA700ip is heavier than the average portable speaker (3,300 g vs 800 g).3300 g vs 800 g
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What customers like about Sony Dock Rdp XA700ip?

  • Deep and punchy bass response thanks to the integrated subwoofer
  • Crisp, clear, and highly detailed midrange vocals
  • Sleek, modern, and attractive design with premium stainless steel accents
  • Flexible docking mechanism allows Apple devices to charge and play without removing their protective cases
  • Room-filling sound performance that feels much larger than the speaker's actual physical size
  • Includes AirPlay capability for convenient wireless streaming over Wi-Fi

What customers dislike about Sony Dock Rdp XA700ip?

  • Lacks standard Bluetooth connectivity, restricting its wireless use primarily to Apple iOS devices
  • Bass definition can become muddy or 'tubby' when playing music at high volumes
  • High initial retail price tag and expensive accessories
  • The matte black finish attracts dust easily and shows fingerprints quickly
  • Occasional and unexpected wireless connection drops or fickleness
  • 60W output power is better suited for smaller rooms rather than large, open spaces

Expert reviews

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techcrunch.com
18/04/2012
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Gadget Review Battle! The Logitech UE Air Speaker VS. The Sony RDP-XA700IP
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whathifi.com
04/03/2013
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Sony RDP-XA700 review - What Hi-Fi? TechCrunch
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macwelt.de
24/06/2016
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Big Test: AirPlay Speakers
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welt.de
01/06/2012
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Speakers: Wireless speakers from 80 to 750 euros reviewed
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ljudochbild.se
20/09/2012
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REVIEW: Sony RDP-XA700iP - Sound & Vision
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ljudochbild.se
20/09/2012
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Sony RDP-XA700iP Review: High-End Speaker Dock for Apple Devices
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