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Sony Dock Rdp XF300ip Review | 130 Data compared

Avg. price:~£160Audio output power:40.00 WBattery life:7 hoursIP rating:IPX5Bluetooth version:2.1Weight:1900 g

Sony Dock Rdp XF300ip 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.

5.4/10

Overall score

Score
5.4/ 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 99% of models
Score components

80%

5.4

Technical score

20%

?

User score

â–¼Worse than 99% of portable speakers
6.7

Value for money

Value for money
6.7/ 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 98% of models
Score components

70%

5.4

Overall score

30%

9.7

Price

â–¼Worse than 98%
5.4

Technical score

Technical score
5.4/ 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 98% of models
Score components

32%

5.6

Audio

20%

4.6

Battery

18%

5.4

Durability

16%

5.3

Connectivity

8%

6.2

Controls

3%

7.3

Design

3%

4.2

Smart features

â–¼Worse than 98%
?

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~ £160
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Ranked #1305 of 1,316 models in Portable Speakers (Overall score)

Technical Specifications of portable speaker Sony Dock Rdp XF300ip

Technical score
Technical score
5.4/ 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 98% of models
Score components:

32%

5.6

Audio

20%

4.6

Battery

18%

5.4

Durability

16%

5.3

Connectivity

8%

6.2

Controls

3%

7.3

Design

3%

4.2

Smart features

5.4
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
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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

?
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:
Sony Dock Rdp XF300ip 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
6.7/ 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–¼ Worse than 98% of models
Score components:

70%

5.4

Overall score

30%

9.7

Price

6.7
Audio output power
40 W
Market range: <4 W – >100 W
This portable speaker has an audio output power of 40 W which is higher than that of 70.1% of portable speakers and equal to that of 4.7% of portable speakers.
Driver unit size
?
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
150 Hz
Market range: <20 Hz – >120 Hz
This portable speaker has a lowest frequency of 150 Hz which is higher than that of 93% of portable speakers and equal to that of 2.5% 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
A2DP; AVRCP
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
7 hours
Market range: <6 hours – >24 hours
This portable speaker has a battery life of 7 hours which is shorter than that of 80.7% of portable speakers and equal to that of 3.3% of portable speakers.
Battery capacity
2000 mAh
Market range: <900 mAh – >6.6k mAh
This portable speaker has a battery capacity of 2000 mAh which is smaller than that of 64.9% of portable speakers and equal to that of 7.3% of portable speakers.
Charging time
6 hours
Market range: <2 hours – >5 hours
This portable speaker has a charging time of 6 hours which is longer than that of 95.1% of portable speakers and equal to that of 3.4% 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
IPX5
This portable speaker has an IP rating of IPX5 which provides worse ingress protection than 62.3% of portable speakers and the same ingress protection as 15.3% of portable speakers.
Water resistance
no
This portable speaker is not water resistant. 61.7% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Dust resistance
no
This portable speaker is not rated as dust resistant. 51.5% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Waterproof depth rating
?
Drop resistance
?
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On-device controls placement
top
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
1900 g
Market range: <200 g – >5.6k g
This portable speaker weighs 1900 g which is heavier than that of 70.2% of portable speakers and equal to that of 0.7% of portable speakers.
Height
16.81 cm
Market range: <5.79 cm – >29 cm
This portable speaker has a height of 16.81 cm which is taller than that of 65.2% of portable speakers.
Width
35.6 cm
Market range: <7.6 cm – >37 cm
This portable speaker has a width of 35.6 cm which is wider than that of 88.6% of portable speakers.
Depth
11.97 cm
Market range: <4.3 cm – >19.97 cm
This portable speaker has a depth of 11.97 cm which is deeper than that of 68.8% of portable speakers and equal to that of 0.1% of portable speakers.
Carry options
handle
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Companion app name
?
Firmware updates
no
This portable speaker does not support firmware updates. 47.2% of portable speakers offer this feature.
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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Sony Dock Rdp XF300ip vs the average portable speaker

246810TotalAudioConnectivityBatteryDurabilityControlsDesignSmart features
  • Includes a subwoofer
    This portable speaker includes a subwoofer, while the average portable speaker does not include a subwoofer.
    Has an integrated active subwoofer driver.
  • 5 more EQ presets
    This portable speaker has more EQ presets than the average portable speaker (5 vs 0).
    5 vs 0
  • 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.
  • 20 W more audio output power
    This portable speaker has more audio output power than the average portable speaker (40 W vs 20 W).
    40 W vs 20 W
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Includes a subwoofer
    This portable speaker includes a subwoofer, while the average portable speaker does not include a subwoofer.
    Has an integrated active subwoofer driver.
  • 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.
  • 20 W more audio output power
    This portable speaker has more audio output power than the average portable speaker (40 W vs 20 W).
    40 W vs 20 W
  • 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.
  • 5 more EQ presets
    This portable speaker has more EQ presets than the average portable speaker (5 vs 0).
    5 vs 0
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Includes a travel bag
    This portable speaker includes a travel bag, while the average portable speaker does not include a travel bag.
  • Is not water resistant
    This portable speaker is not water resistant, while the average portable speaker is water resistant.
  • Is not rated as dust resistant
    This portable speaker is not rated as dust resistant, while the average portable speaker is dust resistant.
  • 3 hours longer charging time
    This portable speaker has a longer charging time than the average portable speaker (6 hours vs 3 hours).
    6 hours vs 3 hours
  • 90 Hz less deep bass extension
    This portable speaker has less deep bass extension than the average portable speaker (150 Hz vs 60 Hz).
    150 Hz vs 60 Hz
  • 10,000 Hz lower maximum frequency
    This portable speaker has a lower maximum frequency than the average portable speaker (10,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz).
    10,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz
  • 5 hours shorter battery life
    This portable speaker has a shorter battery life than the average portable speaker (7 hours vs 12 hours).
    7 hours vs 12 hours
  • 9 % higher total harmonic distortion
    This portable speaker has higher total harmonic distortion than the average portable speaker (10 % vs 1 %).
    10 % vs 1 %
  • 1 fewer microphones
    This portable speaker has fewer microphones than the average portable speaker (0 vs 1).
    0 vs 1
  • 13.1% worse value for money
    Sony Dock Rdp XF300ip offers worse value for money than the average portable speaker (6.67 vs 7.5).
    6.67 vs 7.55
  • 4.21x less popular
    Sony Dock Rdp XF300ip is less popular than the average portable speaker (1 vs 4.21).
    1 vs 4.21
  • 77.8% more expensive
    Sony Dock Rdp XF300ip is more expensive than the average portable speaker (£160 vs £90).
    £160 vs £90
  • 90 Hz less deep bass extension
    This portable speaker has less deep bass extension than the average portable speaker (150 Hz vs 60 Hz).
    150 Hz vs 60 Hz
  • 10,000 Hz lower maximum frequency
    This portable speaker has a lower maximum frequency than the average portable speaker (10,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz).
    10,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz
  • 9 % higher total harmonic distortion
    This portable speaker has higher total harmonic distortion than the average portable speaker (10 % vs 1 %).
    10 % vs 1 %
  • 1 fewer microphones
    This portable speaker has fewer microphones than the average portable speaker (0 vs 1).
    0 vs 1
  • 25 mm smaller built-in subwoofer
    This portable speaker has a smaller built-in subwoofer than the average portable speaker (76 mm vs 101 mm).
    76 mm vs 101 mm
  • 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
  • 3 hours longer charging time
    This portable speaker has a longer charging time than the average portable speaker (6 hours vs 3 hours).
    6 hours vs 3 hours
  • 5 hours shorter battery life
    This portable speaker has a shorter battery life than the average portable speaker (7 hours vs 12 hours).
    7 hours vs 12 hours
  • 600 mAh less battery capacity
    This portable speaker has a smaller battery capacity than the average portable speaker (2000 mAh vs 2,600 mAh).
    2,000 mAh vs 2,600 mAh
  • Is not water resistant
    This portable speaker is not water resistant, while the average portable speaker is water resistant.
  • Is not rated as dust resistant
    This portable speaker is not rated as dust resistant, while the average portable speaker is dust resistant.
  • Does not support stereo pairing
    This portable speaker does not support stereo pairing, while the average portable speaker supports stereo pairing.
  • Does not support True Wireless Stereo
    This portable speaker does not support True Wireless Stereo, while the average portable speaker supports True Wireless Stereo.
  • Does not provide voice prompts
    This portable speaker does not provide voice prompts, while the average portable speaker provides voice prompts.
    No spoken status prompts; feedback is absent, visual, or tone-based.
  • 1,100 g heavier
    This portable speaker is heavier than the average portable speaker (1900 g vs 800 g).
    1,900 g vs 800 g
  • 17.5 cm wider
    This portable speaker is wider than the average portable speaker (35.6 cm vs 18.1 cm).
    35.6 cm vs 18.1 cm
  • 3.67 cm deeper
    This portable speaker is deeper than the average portable speaker (12 cm vs 8.3 cm).
    11.97 cm vs 8.3 cm
  • 4.41 cm taller
    This portable speaker is taller than the average portable speaker (16.8 cm vs 12.4 cm).
    16.81 cm vs 12.4 cm

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What customers like about Sony Dock Rdp XF300ip

  • Excellent sound quality across the entire audio spectrum with clear highs and tight, powerful bass response
  • Versatile connectivity options including Bluetooth streaming, a physical Apple dock, and a 3.5mm auxiliary input
  • Highly portable design featuring a built-in handle and a slide-out retractable dock tray that tucks away easily for travel
  • Good battery performance providing between 6 to 7 hours of wireless playback on a single charge
  • Includes an integrated digital FM radio tuner with station presets
  • Comes with a fully functional wireless remote control that duplicates all on-unit settings
  • Offers five selectable equalizer presets to manually customize the sound profile

What customers don't like about Sony Dock Rdp XF300ip

  • The AC power adapter features a very large, bulky transformer brick that hampers overall portability
  • Remote control power button only operates when the speaker is plugged into mains power
  • FM radio reception can occasionally be weak or spotty depending on the location
  • The included bilingual instruction manual is printed on a large, awkward paper sheet that tears easily
  • Utilises an older legacy Bluetooth standard (version 2.1) compared to more modern portable speakers
  • Relatively expensive compared to standalone Bluetooth speakers that do not include a physical Apple dock

Verdict

The Sony RDP-XF300iP is a portable 2.0-channel stereo speaker and docking station that delivers a total power output of 40W RMS (20W x 2) when connected to AC power, utilizing dual 3-inch (76mm) full-range drivers with a 4-ohm impedance and five selectable DSP equalizer modes. Key performance highlights include a retractable slide-out 30-pin Apple dock that charges compatible iOS devices while playing, integrated Bluetooth 2.1+EDR with a 30-foot wireless range, a digital FM tuner featuring 20 station presets, a 3.5mm auxiliary input, and an integrated rechargeable lithium-ion battery providing up to 6 hours of portable runtime. On the downside, the audio output significantly drops from 40W to just 14W (7W x 2) when switching to battery power, the inclusion of an older Bluetooth 2.1 standard restricts modern protocol efficiencies, the legacy 30-pin connector layout limits direct docking for newer Lightning or USB-C devices without adapters, and the external AC power brick is notably bulky to carry.

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