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  • Avg. price: ~£190
  • Audio output power: 40.00 W
  • Battery life: 6 hours
  • IP rating: ?
  • Bluetooth version: 3.0
  • Weight: 2000 g

Sony SRS-BTX500 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

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%

6.8

Technical Score

20.0%

?

User score

Good
6.8

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%

7.9

Audio

20.0%

6.5

Battery

18.0%

6.5

Durability

16.0%

6.1

Connectivity

8.0%

6.3

Controls

3.0%

7.5

Design

3.0%

3.9

Smart features

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

  • 7.0
    Outdoor durability

    Score components:

    40.0%

    ?

    Water resistance

    25.0%

    ?

    IP rating

    20.0%

    8.0

    Weight

    15.0%

    1.6

    Battery life

  • 4.7
    Powerful sound

    Score components:

    45.0%

    5.6

    Audio output power

    25.0%

    1.6

    Battery life

    15.0%

    8.0

    Weight

    15.0%

    4.0

    Party mode

  • 4.9
    Home listening

    Score components:

    35.0%

    4.0

    Multi-room support

    30.0%

    4.0

    Wi-Fi connectivity

    20.0%

    5.6

    Audio output power

    15.0%

    8.0

    Weight

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Best prices in UK

    N/A~ £190

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 Sony SRS-BTX500 is a premium 2.1-channel portable Bluetooth 3.0 speaker delivering 40W of total output power (10W+10W satellites and a 20W subwoofer) alongside dual passive radiators and magnetic fluid tech. Main characteristics and pros include its clean, room-filling sound with Megabass and DSEE modes, one-touch NFC pairing, aptX/AAC codec support, a built-in speakerphone mic, a retractable kickstand, and a rear USB port for charging smartphones. On the downside, it features a mediocre 6-hour battery life, lacks Wi-Fi or AirPlay support, weighs a relatively hefty 2 kg (4.4 lbs), and the rear matte finish is highly prone to scratching.

Technical Specifications of portable speaker Sony SRS-BTX500

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

6.8
Sony SRS-BTX500 has a technical score of 6.83 points, which is higher than 50.7% 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 SRS-BTX500 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%

6.8

Overall score

40.0%

9.5

Price

7.6
Sony SRS-BTX500 has a quality-to-price ratio of 7.6 points, which is lower than 59.4% 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

40.00 W
Sony SRS-BTX500 has an audio output power of 40.00 W which is higher than that of 70.1% of portable speakers and equal to that of 4.7% of portable speakers.
Total RMS output: 40.00 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

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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

3
Sony SRS-BTX500 has 3 drivers, which is more than 70.1% of portable speakers and equal to the number in 11.5% of portable speakers.
Acoustic drivers: 3.
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

20.00 Hz
Sony SRS-BTX500 has a lowest frequency of 20.00 Hz which is lower than that of 84.8% of portable speakers and equal to that of 14% of portable speakers.
Lower frequency-response endpoint: 20.00 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
Sony SRS-BTX500 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

3.0
Sony SRS-BTX500 supports Bluetooth version 3.0 which is older than that of 85.4% of portable speakers and equal to that of 6.5% of portable speakers.
Bluetooth version: 3.0.
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
Sony SRS-BTX500 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
Sony SRS-BTX500 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

6 hours
Sony SRS-BTX500 has a battery life of 6 hours which is shorter than that of 84.2% of portable speakers and equal to that of 7.3% 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

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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 SRS-BTX500 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

31 W
Sony SRS-BTX500 has a maximum charging input power of 31 W which is higher than that of 91.4% of portable speakers and equal to that of 0.1% 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 SRS-BTX500 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

?
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

0 m
Sony SRS-BTX500 is not rated for underwater use. 47.6% of cameras have a native waterproof depth rating.
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

no
Sony SRS-BTX500 lacks an impact-resistance rating. 32.8% of portable speakers offer this feature.
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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
Sony SRS-BTX500 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

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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
Sony SRS-BTX500 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
Sony SRS-BTX500 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

2000 g
Sony SRS-BTX500 weighs 2000 g which is heavier than that of 71.5% of portable speakers and equal to that of 0.9% 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

15.2 cm
Sony SRS-BTX500 has a height of 15.2 cm which is taller than that of 58.9% of portable speakers and equal to that of 0.8% 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

38.5 cm
Sony SRS-BTX500 has a width of 38.5 cm which is wider than that of 91% 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

6.5 cm
Sony SRS-BTX500 has a depth of 6.5 cm which is shallower than that of 68.9% of portable speakers and equal to that of 1.4% 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

handle
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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

no
Sony SRS-BTX500 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

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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 SRS-BTX500 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
Sony SRS-BTX500 does not support Spotify Connect. 10.8% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Does not support native Spotify Connect.
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Sony SRS-BTX500 vs the average portable speaker

  • 40 Hz deeper bass extension
    Sony SRS-BTX500 has deeper bass extension than the average portable speaker (20 Hz vs 60.00 Hz).
    Lower frequency-response endpoint: 20.00 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 SRS-BTX500 has deeper bass extension than the average portable speaker (20 Hz vs 60.00 Hz).20.00 Hz vs 60.00 Hz
  • Includes a subwoofer
    Sony SRS-BTX500 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 SRS-BTX500 includes a subwoofer, while the average portable speaker does not include a subwoofer.
  • 1 more multipoint connections
    Sony SRS-BTX500 has more multipoint connections than the average portable speaker (2 vs 1).
    Simultaneous Bluetooth devices: 2.
    What it is: The number of source devices that can stay connected at the same time.
    When it matters: When switching between several connected source devices matters.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >= 2

    Sony SRS-BTX500 has more multipoint connections than the average portable speaker (2 vs 1).2 vs 1
  • 21 W higher charging input power
    Sony SRS-BTX500 has higher charging input power than the average portable speaker (31 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 SRS-BTX500 has higher charging input power than the average portable speaker (31 W vs 10 W).31 W vs 10 W
  • Has built-in stereo speakers
    Sony SRS-BTX500 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 SRS-BTX500 has built-in stereo speakers, while the average portable speaker does not have built-in stereo speakers.
  • Has an equalizer
    Sony SRS-BTX500 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 SRS-BTX500 has an equalizer, while the average portable speaker does not have an equalizer.
  • 20 W more audio output power
    Sony SRS-BTX500 has more audio output power than the average portable speaker (40 W vs 20.00 W).
    Total RMS output: 40.00 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 SRS-BTX500 has more audio output power than the average portable speaker (40 W vs 20.00 W).40.00 W vs 20.00 W
  • Supports aptX
    Sony SRS-BTX500 supports aptX, while the average portable speaker does not support aptX.
    Supports the base Qualcomm aptX codec.
    What it is: Indicates whether the Qualcomm aptX Bluetooth codec is supported.
    When it matters: When improved Bluetooth audio quality matters with compatible source devices.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: yes

    Sony SRS-BTX500 supports aptX, while the average portable speaker does not support aptX.
  • 40 Hz deeper bass extension
    Sony SRS-BTX500 has deeper bass extension than the average portable speaker (20 Hz vs 60.00 Hz).
  • Includes a subwoofer
    Sony SRS-BTX500 includes a subwoofer, while the average portable speaker does not include a subwoofer.
  • Has built-in stereo speakers
    Sony SRS-BTX500 has built-in stereo speakers, while the average portable speaker does not have built-in stereo speakers.
  • 20 W more audio output power
    Sony SRS-BTX500 has more audio output power than the average portable speaker (40 W vs 20.00 W).
  • 1 more speaker drivers
    Sony SRS-BTX500 has more speaker drivers than the average portable speaker (3 vs 2).
  • 50 Hz deeper microphone bass response
    Sony SRS-BTX500 has deeper microphone bass response than the average portable speaker (50 Hz vs 100 Hz).
  • 1 more multipoint connections
    Sony SRS-BTX500 has more multipoint connections than the average portable speaker (2 vs 1).
  • Supports aptX
    Sony SRS-BTX500 supports aptX, while the average portable speaker does not support aptX.
  • Supports NFC Bluetooth pairing
    Sony SRS-BTX500 supports NFC Bluetooth pairing, while the average portable speaker does not support NFC Bluetooth pairing.
  • Has a microphone input
    Sony SRS-BTX500 has a microphone input, while the average portable speaker does not have a microphone input.
  • Supports AAC Bluetooth audio
    Sony SRS-BTX500 supports AAC Bluetooth audio, while the average portable speaker does not support AAC Bluetooth audio.
  • 21 W higher charging input power
    Sony SRS-BTX500 has higher charging input power than the average portable speaker (31 W vs 10 W).
  • Has a power bank function
    Sony SRS-BTX500 has a power bank function, while the average portable speaker does not have a power bank function.
  • Has a removable battery
    Sony SRS-BTX500 has a removable battery, while the average portable speaker does not have a removable battery.
  • Includes a power adapter
    Sony SRS-BTX500 includes a power adapter, while the average portable speaker does not include a power adapter.
  • Has an equalizer
    Sony SRS-BTX500 has an equalizer, while the average portable speaker does not have an equalizer.
  • Supports fast pairing
    Sony SRS-BTX500 supports fast pairing, while the average portable speaker does not support fast pairing.
  • Includes a travel bag
    Sony SRS-BTX500 includes a travel bag, while the average portable speaker does not include a travel bag.

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Battery
Controls
Design
  • 9 % higher total harmonic distortion
    Sony SRS-BTX500 has higher total harmonic distortion than the average portable speaker (10% vs 1%).
    THD: 10%.
  • 21 mm smaller built-in subwoofer
    Sony SRS-BTX500 has a smaller built-in subwoofer than the average portable speaker (80 mm vs 101 mm).
    Built-in subwoofer diameter: 80.00 mm.
  • 2 Bluetooth levels older
    Sony SRS-BTX500 has an older Bluetooth version than the average portable speaker (3 vs 5.0).
    Bluetooth version: 3.0.
  • 6 hours shorter battery life
    Sony SRS-BTX500 has a shorter battery life than the average portable speaker (6 hours vs 12 hours).
  • 1 hours longer charging time
    Sony SRS-BTX500 has a longer charging time than the average portable speaker (4 hours vs 3 hours).
  • 5 °C higher minimum operating temperature
    Sony SRS-BTX500 has a higher minimum operating temperature than the average portable speaker (5 °C vs 0 °C).
  • 5 °C lower maximum operating temperature
    Sony SRS-BTX500 has a lower maximum operating temperature than the average portable speaker (35 °C vs 40 °C).
  • Does not support stereo pairing
    Sony SRS-BTX500 does not support stereo pairing, while the average portable speaker supports stereo pairing.
    True left/right stereo pairing: not supported.
  • Does not support True Wireless Stereo
    Sony SRS-BTX500 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
    Sony SRS-BTX500 does not provide voice prompts, while the average portable speaker provides voice prompts.
    No spoken status prompts; feedback is absent, visual, or tone-based.
  • Does not support auto power-off
    Sony SRS-BTX500 does not support auto power-off, while the average portable speaker supports auto power-off.
    No automatic inactivity-based power-off.
  • 1,200 g heavier
    Sony SRS-BTX500 is heavier than the average portable speaker (2000 g vs 800 g).
  • 20.4 cm wider
    Sony SRS-BTX500 is wider than the average portable speaker (38.5 cm vs 18.1 cm).
  • 6 older
    Sony SRS-BTX500 was released earlier than the average portable speaker (2013 vs 2019).
    Release year: 2013.
  • 6 hours shorter battery life
    Sony SRS-BTX500 has a shorter battery life than the average portable speaker (6 hours vs 12 hours).
    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

    Sony SRS-BTX500 has a shorter battery life than the average portable speaker (6 hours vs 12 hours).6 hours vs 12 hours
  • 9 % higher total harmonic distortion
    Sony SRS-BTX500 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 SRS-BTX500 has higher total harmonic distortion than the average portable speaker (10% vs 1%).10 % vs 1 %
  • 2 Bluetooth levels older
    Sony SRS-BTX500 has an older Bluetooth version than the average portable speaker (3 vs 5.0).
    Bluetooth version: 3.0.
    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

    Sony SRS-BTX500 has an older Bluetooth version than the average portable speaker (3 vs 5.0).3.0 vs 5.0
  • 1 hours longer charging time
    Sony SRS-BTX500 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 SRS-BTX500 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 SRS-BTX500 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 SRS-BTX500 does not support stereo pairing, while the average portable speaker supports stereo pairing.
  • Does not support True Wireless Stereo
    Sony SRS-BTX500 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

    Sony SRS-BTX500 does not support True Wireless Stereo, while the average portable speaker supports True Wireless Stereo.
  • 5 °C higher minimum operating temperature
    Sony SRS-BTX500 has a higher minimum operating temperature than the average portable speaker (5 °C vs 0 °C).
    What it is: The lowest ambient temperature recommended for normal operation.
    When it matters: When the speaker must work reliably in colder conditions.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: <= -10 °C

    Sony SRS-BTX500 has a higher minimum operating temperature than the average portable speaker (5 °C vs 0 °C).5 °C vs 0 °C
  • 1,200 g heavier
    Sony SRS-BTX500 is heavier than the average portable speaker (2000 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 SRS-BTX500 is heavier than the average portable speaker (2000 g vs 800 g).2000 g vs 800 g
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What customers like about Sony SRS-BTX500?

  • Excellent sound quality that is loud, crisp, and clear
  • Balanced audio profile with ample, punchy bass that isn't over-accentuated
  • Sleek, premium minimalist design with brushed metal side panels
  • Quick and easy pairing via NFC (Near-Field Communication) and Bluetooth
  • Solid, high-quality, and durable build construction
  • Includes a USB port on the back to charge external mobile devices
  • Features built-in speakerphone capabilities for taking phone calls
  • Comes with a protective neoprene carrying case

What customers dislike about Sony SRS-BTX500?

  • Hefty and bulky at around 2 kg (4.7 lbs), making it less ideal for long travel
  • Modest battery life offering only about 6 to 7 hours of playback
  • Power adapter is relatively large and bulky
  • Matte finish on the back panel scratches easily
  • Lacks modern Wi-Fi connectivity and dedicated streaming app support
  • Treble can lean toward a sharp or bright edge at times

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wired.com
11/06/2013
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t3.com
17/06/2013
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michael84.co.uk
13/07/2013
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Sony SRS-BTX500 Bluetooth Speaker Mini Review - Michael 84
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pocket-lint.com
24/07/2013
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Sony SRS-BTX500 bluetooth speaker review - Pocket-lint
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cnet.com
26/04/2013
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Sony SRS-BTX500 Premium Bluetooth Wireless Speaker review
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bigpicturebigsound.com
14/06/2013
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Sony SRS-BTX500 Bluetooth Wireless Speaker Review
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whathifi.com
29/10/2013
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Sony SRS-BTX500 review - What Hi-Fi? What Hi-Fi?
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hardware.info
14/09/2014
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Bluetooth speaker docks part 3: 10 portable speakers - Sony SRS-BTX300 & SRS-BTX500
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fwdmagazine.be
16/09/2013
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Review: Sony SRS-BTX500 – FWD Magazine
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av-online.hu
16/12/2013
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Sony SRS-BTX500 Bluetooth Speaker System Review
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