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Sony SRS-NS7 Review | 130 Data compared

Avg. price:~£240Audio output power:?Battery life:12 hoursIP rating:IPX4Bluetooth version:5.0Weight:318 g

Sony SRS-NS7 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 52% of models
Score components

80%

6.8

Technical score

20%

?

User score

â–²Better than 52% of portable speakers
7.5

Value for money

Value for money
7.5/ 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 60% of models
Score components

70%

6.8

Overall score

30%

9.3

Price

â–¼Worse than 60%
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 62% of models
Score components

32%

8.0

Audio

20%

5.6

Battery

18%

5.1

Durability

16%

7.1

Connectivity

8%

7.5

Controls

3%

8.9

Design

3%

5.2

Smart features

â–²Better than 62%
?

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~ £240
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Technical Specifications of portable speaker Sony SRS-NS7

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 62% of models
Score components:

32%

8.0

Audio

20%

5.6

Battery

18%

5.1

Durability

16%

7.1

Connectivity

8%

7.5

Controls

3%

8.9

Design

3%

5.2

Smart features

6.8
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

?
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 SRS-NS7 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
7.5/ 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 60% of models
Score components:

70%

6.8

Overall score

30%

9.3

Price

7.5
Audio output power
?
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
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
Market range: <3 – >5.3
This portable speaker supports Bluetooth version 5 which is newer than that of 46.3% of portable speakers and equal to that of 24.4% of portable speakers.
Maximum Bluetooth range
30 m
Market range: <10 m – >30 m
This portable speaker has a maximum Bluetooth range of 30 m which is longer than that of 85.5% of portable speakers and equal to that of 10% of portable speakers.
Bluetooth profiles supported
A2DP; AVRCP; HFP; HSP; SPP
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
12 hours
Market range: <6 hours – >24 hours
This portable speaker has a battery life of 12 hours which is longer than that of 47.8% of portable speakers and equal to that of 15.7% of portable speakers.
Battery capacity
2,900 mAh
Market range: <900 mAh – >6.6k mAh
This portable speaker has a battery capacity of 2,900 mAh which is larger than that of 58.1% of portable speakers and equal to that of 0.5% of portable speakers.
Charging time
4 hours
Market range: <2 hours – >5 hours
This portable speaker 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
7 W
Market range: <5 W – >30 W
This portable speaker has a maximum charging input power of 7 W which is lower than that of 57.3% of portable speakers and equal to that of 1.3% of portable speakers.
Built-in rechargeable battery
yes
This portable speaker has a built-in rechargeable battery. 18.7% of portable speakers offer this feature.
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IP rating
IPX4
This portable speaker has an IP rating of IPX4 which provides worse ingress protection than 77.7% of portable speakers and the same ingress protection as 21% of portable speakers.
Water resistance
yes
This portable speaker is water resistant. 38.3% 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
Not waterproof m
This portable speaker is not rated for underwater use. 47.6% of portable speakers have a native waterproof depth rating.
Drop resistance
no
This portable speaker lacks an impact-resistance rating. 32.8% of portable speakers offer this feature.
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On-device controls placement
side
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
no
This portable speaker does not include a remote control. 15% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Fast pairing
no
This portable speaker does not support fast pairing. 22.5% of portable speakers offer this feature.
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Weight
318 g
Market range: <200 g – >5.6k g
This portable speaker weighs 318 g which is lighter than that of 79.9% of portable speakers and equal to that of 0.3% of portable speakers.
Height
5.3 cm
Market range: <5.79 cm – >29 cm
This portable speaker has a height of 5.3 cm which is shorter than that of 92.3% of portable speakers and equal to that of 0.1% of portable speakers.
Width
24.4 cm
Market range: <7.6 cm – >37 cm
This portable speaker has a width of 24.4 cm which is wider than that of 68.2% of portable speakers and equal to that of 0.2% of portable speakers.
Depth
5.3 cm
Market range: <4.3 cm – >19.97 cm
This portable speaker has a depth of 5.3 cm which is shallower than that of 79.6% of portable speakers and equal to that of 0.9% of portable speakers.
Carry options
strap/handle/shoulder
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Companion app name
?
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
OTA; App
Voice assistant support
no
This portable speaker does not support voice assistants. 26.5% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Supports direct voice-assistant control.
Spotify Connect
no
This portable speaker does not support Spotify Connect. 10.8% of portable speakers offer this feature.
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Sony SRS-NS7 vs the average portable speaker

246810TotalAudioConnectivityBatteryDurabilityControlsDesignSmart features
  • 20 m longer Bluetooth range
    This portable speaker has a longer Bluetooth range than the average portable speaker (30 m vs 10 m).
    30.00 m vs 10 m
  • 40 Hz deeper bass extension
    This portable speaker has deeper bass extension than the average portable speaker (20 Hz vs 60 Hz).
    20.00 Hz vs 60.00 Hz
  • Provides 360-degree sound
    This portable speaker provides 360-degree sound, while the average portable speaker does not provide 360-degree sound.
    Provides omnidirectional 360° sound radiation.
  • 1 more multipoint connections
    This portable speaker has more multipoint connections than the average portable speaker (2 vs 1).
    2 vs 1
  • 8 more EQ presets
    This portable speaker has more EQ presets than the average portable speaker (8 vs 0).
    8 vs 0
  • 5 more adjustable EQ bands
    This portable speaker has more adjustable EQ bands than the average portable speaker (5 vs 0).
    5 vs 0
  • Has a noise-canceling microphone
    This portable speaker has a noise-canceling microphone, while the average portable speaker does not have a noise-canceling microphone.
    Uses microphone noise/echo cancellation for calls or voice.
  • 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.
  • 40 Hz deeper bass extension
    This portable speaker has deeper bass extension than the average portable speaker (20 Hz vs 60 Hz).
    20.00 Hz vs 60.00 Hz
  • Provides 360-degree sound
    This portable speaker provides 360-degree sound, while the average portable speaker does not provide 360-degree sound.
    Provides omnidirectional 360° sound radiation.
  • Has a noise-canceling microphone
    This portable speaker has a noise-canceling microphone, while the average portable speaker does not have a noise-canceling microphone.
    Uses microphone noise/echo cancellation for calls or voice.
  • 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 m longer Bluetooth range
    This portable speaker has a longer Bluetooth range than the average portable speaker (30 m vs 10 m).
    30.00 m vs 10 m
  • 1 more multipoint connections
    This portable speaker has more multipoint connections than the average portable speaker (2 vs 1).
    2 vs 1
  • Supports LDAC
    This portable speaker supports LDAC, while the average portable speaker does not support LDAC.
  • Supports NFC Bluetooth pairing
    This portable speaker supports NFC Bluetooth pairing, while the average portable speaker does not support NFC Bluetooth pairing.
  • 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.
  • Has a TOSLINK optical input
    This portable speaker has a TOSLINK optical input, while the average portable speaker does not have a TOSLINK optical input.
    Has a physical TOSLINK optical audio input.
  • Supports AAC Bluetooth audio
    This portable speaker supports AAC Bluetooth audio, while the average portable speaker does not support AAC Bluetooth audio.
  • 300 mAh more battery capacity
    This portable speaker has a larger battery capacity than the average portable speaker (2,900 mAh vs 2,600 mAh).
    2,900 mAh vs 2,600 mAh
  • 8 more EQ presets
    This portable speaker has more EQ presets than the average portable speaker (8 vs 0).
    8 vs 0
  • 5 more adjustable EQ bands
    This portable speaker has more adjustable EQ bands than the average portable speaker (5 vs 0).
    5 vs 0
  • 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.
  • Has a hardware microphone mute switch
    This portable speaker has a hardware microphone mute switch, while the average portable speaker does not have a hardware microphone mute switch.
    Has a physical microphone mute control.
  • Supports playback mute
    This portable speaker supports playback mute, while the average portable speaker does not support playback mute.
    Speaker playback audio can be directly muted.
  • 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.
  • 482 g lighter
    This portable speaker is lighter than the average portable speaker (318 g vs 800 g).
    318 g vs 800 g
  • 7.1 cm shorter
    This portable speaker is shorter than the average portable speaker (5.3 cm vs 12.4 cm).
    5.3 cm vs 12.4 cm
  • 3 cm shallower
    This portable speaker is shallower than the average portable speaker (5.3 cm vs 8.3 cm).
    5.3 cm vs 8.3 cm
  • Supports firmware updates
    This portable speaker supports firmware updates, while the average portable speaker does not support firmware updates.
    Supports user-accessible firmware updates.
  • Is not rated as dust resistant
    This portable speaker is not rated as dust resistant, while the average portable speaker is dust resistant.
  • 1 hours longer charging time
    This portable speaker has a longer charging time than the average portable speaker (4 hours vs 3 hours).
    4 hours vs 3 hours
  • 115 ms higher audio latency
    This portable speaker has higher audio latency than the average portable speaker (200 ms vs 85 ms).
    200 ms vs 85 ms
  • Does not have a 3.5 mm AUX input
    This portable speaker does not have a 3.5 mm AUX input, while the average portable speaker has a 3.5 mm AUX input.
    No built-in 3.5 mm AUX input.
  • 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.
  • 5 °C higher minimum operating temperature
    This portable speaker has a higher minimum operating temperature than the average portable speaker (5 °C vs 0 °C).
    5 °C vs 0 °C
  • Worse ingress protection
    This portable speaker has worse ingress protection than the average portable speaker (IPX4 vs IPX5).
    IPX4 vs IPX5
  • 4.21x less popular
    Sony SRS-NS7 is less popular than the average portable speaker (1 vs 4.2).
    1 vs 4.21
  • 2.67x more expensive
    Sony SRS-NS7 is more expensive than the average portable speaker (£240 vs £90).
    £240 vs £90
  • 115 ms higher audio latency
    This portable speaker has higher audio latency than the average portable speaker (200 ms vs 85 ms).
    200 ms vs 85 ms
  • 400 Hz lower microphone frequency limit
    This portable speaker has a lower microphone frequency limit than the average portable speaker (7,000 Hz vs 7,400 Hz).
    7,000 Hz vs 7,400 Hz
  • Does not have a 3.5 mm AUX input
    This portable speaker does not have a 3.5 mm AUX input, while the average portable speaker has a 3.5 mm AUX input.
    No built-in 3.5 mm AUX input.
  • 1 hours longer charging time
    This portable speaker has a longer charging time than the average portable speaker (4 hours vs 3 hours).
    4 hours vs 3 hours
  • 3 W lower charging input power
    This portable speaker has lower charging input power than the average portable speaker (7 W vs 10 W).
    7 W vs 10 W
  • Is not rated as dust resistant
    This portable speaker is not rated as dust resistant, while the average portable speaker is dust resistant.
  • 5 °C higher minimum operating temperature
    This portable speaker has a higher minimum operating temperature than the average portable speaker (5 °C vs 0 °C).
    5 °C vs 0 °C
  • Worse ingress protection
    This portable speaker has worse ingress protection than the average portable speaker (IPX4 vs IPX5).
    IPX4 vs IPX5
  • 5 °C lower maximum operating temperature
    This portable speaker has a lower maximum operating temperature than the average portable speaker (35 °C vs 40 °C).
    35 °C vs 40 °C
  • 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.
  • 6.3 cm wider
    This portable speaker is wider than the average portable speaker (24.4 cm vs 18.1 cm).
    24.4 cm vs 18.1 cm

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

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tech.hindustantimes.com
29/01/2022
Summary of the review
Sony SRS-NS7 Review: Takes personal entertainment seriously - Hindustan Times
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whathifi.com
29/07/2022
Summary of the review
Sony SRS-NS7 Dolby Atmos neckband speaker review - What Hi-Fi?
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techhive.com
24/01/2022
Summary of the review
Sony SRS-NS7 neckband speaker review: Personal spatial audio for ...
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ign.com
03/02/2022
Summary of the review
Sony SRS-NS7 Wireless Speaker Review - IGN [1.13]
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sea.ign.com
04/02/2022
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Sony SRS-NS7 Wireless Speaker Review - IGN Southeast Asia
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immersiveaudioalbum.com
08/06/2023
Summary of the review
Sony SRS-NS7 Neckband Speaker With Dolby Atmos | IAA Pokde.Net
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computerbild.de
25/05/2022
Summary of the review
Sony SRS-NS7 review: Surround sound up close
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audiovision.de
13/06/2022
Summary of the review
Sony SRS-NS7 Review - audiovision
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clubic.com
22/01/2022
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Sony SRS-NS7 Review: A successful immersive experience for this neckband speaker
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entnerd.com
11/09/2022
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pisapapeles.net
09/07/2024
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Sony SRS-NS7 wearable neckband speaker review
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fwd.nl
13/02/2022
Summary of the review
Sony SRS-NS7 neck speaker brings the audio very close
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Third-party reviews

What customers like about Sony SRS-NS7

  • Immersive 360 Spatial Sound and Dolby Atmos support provide an excellent home theater experience for movies and gaming.
  • Comfortable, lightweight design that rests easily on the shoulders without the clamping force or ear fatigue of traditional headphones.
  • Upward-firing speaker design creates a wide personal soundstage while keeping ambient room noise relatively low for others.
  • Excellent built-in microphone clarity and echo rejection for hands-free phone calls and voice chats.
  • Convenient features including IPX4 splash resistance, Bluetooth Multipoint pairing, and up to 12 hours of battery life with quick charging.

What customers don't like about Sony SRS-NS7

  • Mediocre bass response and lackluster treble depth, making it less ideal for dedicated music listening or audiophile use.
  • Not a fully private listening experience, as people sitting close by can still hear the audio at higher volumes.
  • Relatively expensive compared to standard neckband speakers and traditional Bluetooth headphones.
  • The speaker cannot be used while it is actively plugged in and charging.
  • Full spatial audio features require specific ecosystems, such as a Sony Bravia XR TV and the included wireless transmitter puck.

Verdict

The Sony SRS-NS7 is a wireless neckband speaker weighing approximately 318g with dimensions of 244x53x186mm, featuring dual 32x33mm upward-firing X-Balanced full-range driver units and passive radiators. Its main characteristics include an IPX4 splash-proof design, Bluetooth 5.0 with SBC, AAC, and high-resolution LDAC codec support, a built-in microphone with echo cancellation for hands-free calls, and a 12-hour battery life that charges via USB-C. The primary pros are its personalized 360 Spatial Sound and Dolby Atmos immersive audio experience when paired via the included WLA-NS7 transmitter with BRAVIA XR TVs, a flexible and comfortable ergonomic fit, and seamless multipoint dual-device pairing. However, notable cons include its relatively premium price point, localized sound leakage that makes it less than fully private for surrounding people, lack of size adjustability, and a significant drop in battery performance when operated at maximum volumes.

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