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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£130
  • Avg. price in US: ~$130
  • Audio output power: 20.00 W
  • Battery life: 12 hours
  • IP rating: IP67
  • Bluetooth version: 3.0
  • Weight: 730 g

Sony SRS-X33 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.

5.8

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%

5.8

Technical Score

20.0%

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User score

Good
5.8

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%

5.7

Audio

20.0%

5.5

Battery

18.0%

6.3

Durability

16.0%

6.0

Connectivity

8.0%

5.2

Controls

3.0%

8.9

Design

3.0%

4.0

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

  • 6.7
    Outdoor durability

    Score components:

    40.0%

    4.0

    Water resistance

    25.0%

    9.7

    IP rating

    20.0%

    9.5

    Weight

    15.0%

    5.2

    Battery life

  • 4.7
    Powerful sound

    Score components:

    45.0%

    3.1

    Audio output power

    25.0%

    5.2

    Battery life

    15.0%

    9.5

    Weight

    15.0%

    4.0

    Party mode

  • 4.6
    Home listening

    Score components:

    35.0%

    4.0

    Multi-room support

    30.0%

    4.0

    Wi-Fi connectivity

    20.0%

    3.1

    Audio output power

    15.0%

    9.5

    Weight

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Verdict

The Sony SRS-X33 is a compact portable wireless speaker measuring 18.5 x 6 x 5.9 cm and weighing 730 g. It features a 20W output power driven by dual 34mm full-range drivers and dual passive radiators, operating over a frequency response range of 60 Hz to 16,000 Hz. Main pros include up to 12 hours of battery life, easy connectivity via Bluetooth 3.0 and NFC tap-to-pair, integrated hands-free speakerphone capability, and support for high-quality audio streaming via Sony's proprietary LDAC codec alongside standard AAC and SBC codecs. However, notable cons include audio distortion at top volume levels and the complete absence of physical track playback controls on the device itself.

Technical Specifications of portable speaker Sony SRS-X33

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%

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Durability

16.0%

?

Connectivity

8.0%

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Controls

3.0%

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Design

3.0%

?

Smart features

5.8
Sony SRS-X33 has a technical score of 5.81 points, which is lower than 94.2% 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-X33 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%

5.8

Overall score

40.0%

9.8

Price

7.0
Sony SRS-X33 has a quality-to-price ratio of 7 points, which is lower than 94.4% 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

20.00 W
Sony SRS-X33 has an audio output power of 20.00 W which is higher than that of 46.1% of portable speakers and equal to that of 11.4% of portable speakers.
Total RMS output: 20.00 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

34.00 mm
Sony SRS-X33 has a driver unit size of 34.00 mm which is smaller than that of 96.6% of portable speakers and equal to that of 0.2% of portable speakers.
Primary driver diameter: 34.00 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 SRS-X33 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

60.00 Hz
Sony SRS-X33 has a lowest frequency of 60.00 Hz which is lower than that of 43.8% of portable speakers and equal to that of 9.2% of portable speakers.
Lower frequency-response endpoint: 60.00 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-X33 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-X33 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-X33 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-X33 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

12 hours
Sony SRS-X33 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
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

1900 mAh
Sony SRS-X33 has a battery capacity of 1900 mAh which is smaller than that of 72.4% of portable speakers and equal to that of 0.1% of portable speakers.
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

5 hours
Sony SRS-X33 has a charging time of 5 hours which is longer than that of 87% of portable speakers and equal to that of 7.7% 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

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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-X33 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+

IP67
Sony SRS-X33 has an IP rating of IP67 which provides better ingress protection than 80% of portable speakers and the same ingress protection as 19.1% of portable speakers.
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

no
Sony SRS-X33 is not water resistant. 61.7% of portable speakers offer this feature.
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

no
Sony SRS-X33 is not rated as dust resistant. 51.5% of portable speakers offer this feature.
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

1 m
Sony SRS-X33 has a waterproof depth rating of 1 m which is deeper than that of 52.6% of portable speakers and equal to that of 47.4% of portable speakers.
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-X33 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

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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 SRS-X33 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

no
Sony SRS-X33 does not support smartphone app control. 54% of portable speakers offer this feature.
No compatible mobile app for speaker control.
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-X33 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-X33 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

730 g
Sony SRS-X33 weighs 730 g which is lighter than that of 52.2% 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

6 cm
Sony SRS-X33 has a height of 6 cm which is shorter than that of 88.1% of portable speakers and equal to that of 1.2% 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

18.5 cm
Sony SRS-X33 has a width of 18.5 cm which is wider than that of 51.9% of portable speakers and equal to that of 0.7% 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

5.9 cm
Sony SRS-X33 has a depth of 5.9 cm which is shallower than that of 75.6% 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

Sony | Music Center
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-X33 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-X33 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 SRS-X33 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-X33 vs the average portable speaker

  • Better ingress protection
    Sony SRS-X33 has better ingress protection than the average portable speaker (IP67 vs IPX5).
    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+

    Sony SRS-X33 has better ingress protection than the average portable speaker (IP67 vs IPX5).IP67 vs IPX5
  • 1 m deeper waterproof rating
    Sony SRS-X33 has a deeper waterproof depth rating than the average portable speaker (1 m vs 0 m).
    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

    Sony SRS-X33 has a deeper waterproof depth rating than the average portable speaker (1 m vs 0 m).1 m vs 0 m
  • 1 more multipoint connections
    Sony SRS-X33 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-X33 has more multipoint connections than the average portable speaker (2 vs 1).2 vs 1
  • Has built-in stereo speakers
    Sony SRS-X33 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-X33 has built-in stereo speakers, while the average portable speaker does not have built-in stereo speakers.
  • Has an equalizer
    Sony SRS-X33 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-X33 has an equalizer, while the average portable speaker does not have an equalizer.
  • Supports LDAC
    Sony SRS-X33 supports LDAC, while the average portable speaker does not support LDAC.
    What it is: Shows whether the LDAC Bluetooth codec is available for wireless audio.
    When it matters: When higher-bitrate Bluetooth audio matters with compatible source devices.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: yes

    Sony SRS-X33 supports LDAC, while the average portable speaker does not support LDAC.
  • Supports fast pairing
    Sony SRS-X33 supports fast pairing, while the average portable speaker does not support fast pairing.
    Supports documented one-tap or quick device 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

    Sony SRS-X33 supports fast pairing, while the average portable speaker does not support fast pairing.
  • Supports NFC Bluetooth pairing
    Sony SRS-X33 supports NFC Bluetooth pairing, while the average portable speaker does not support NFC Bluetooth pairing.
    What it is: Shows whether NFC can be used to start Bluetooth pairing quickly.
    When it matters: When you want faster tap-to-pair setup with compatible devices.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: yes

    Sony SRS-X33 supports NFC Bluetooth pairing, while the average portable speaker does not support NFC Bluetooth pairing.
  • Has built-in stereo speakers
    Sony SRS-X33 has built-in stereo speakers, while the average portable speaker does not have built-in stereo speakers.
  • 1 more multipoint connections
    Sony SRS-X33 has more multipoint connections than the average portable speaker (2 vs 1).
  • Supports LDAC
    Sony SRS-X33 supports LDAC, while the average portable speaker does not support LDAC.
  • Supports NFC Bluetooth pairing
    Sony SRS-X33 supports NFC Bluetooth pairing, while the average portable speaker does not support NFC Bluetooth pairing.
  • Supports AAC Bluetooth audio
    Sony SRS-X33 supports AAC Bluetooth audio, while the average portable speaker does not support AAC Bluetooth audio.
  • Includes a power adapter
    Sony SRS-X33 includes a power adapter, while the average portable speaker does not include a power adapter.
  • Better ingress protection
    Sony SRS-X33 has better ingress protection than the average portable speaker (IP67 vs IPX5).
  • 1 m deeper waterproof rating
    Sony SRS-X33 has a deeper waterproof depth rating than the average portable speaker (1 m vs 0 m).
  • Has an equalizer
    Sony SRS-X33 has an equalizer, while the average portable speaker does not have an equalizer.
  • Supports fast pairing
    Sony SRS-X33 supports fast pairing, while the average portable speaker does not support fast pairing.
  • 6.4 cm shorter
    Sony SRS-X33 is shorter than the average portable speaker (6 cm vs 12.4 cm).
  • 2.4 cm shallower
    Sony SRS-X33 is shallower than the average portable speaker (5.9 cm vs 8.3 cm).

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  • 4,000 Hz lower maximum frequency
    Sony SRS-X33 has a lower maximum frequency than the average portable speaker (16,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz).
    Upper frequency-response endpoint: 16000 Hz.
  • 9 % higher total harmonic distortion
    Sony SRS-X33 has higher total harmonic distortion than the average portable speaker (10% vs 1%).
    THD: 10%.
  • 16 mm smaller main driver
    Sony SRS-X33 has a smaller main driver than the average portable speaker (34 mm vs 50.00 mm).
    Primary driver diameter: 34.00 mm.
  • 400 Hz lower microphone frequency limit
    Sony SRS-X33 has a lower microphone frequency limit than the average portable speaker (7,000 Hz vs 7,400 Hz).
  • 2 Bluetooth levels older
    Sony SRS-X33 has an older Bluetooth version than the average portable speaker (3 vs 5.0).
    Bluetooth version: 3.0.
  • 2 hours longer charging time
    Sony SRS-X33 has a longer charging time than the average portable speaker (5 hours vs 3 hours).
  • 700 mAh less battery capacity
    Sony SRS-X33 has a smaller battery capacity than the average portable speaker (1900 mAh vs 2,600 mAh).
  • Is not water resistant
    Sony SRS-X33 is not water resistant, while the average portable speaker is water resistant.
  • Is not rated as dust resistant
    Sony SRS-X33 is not rated as dust resistant, while the average portable speaker is dust resistant.
  • 5 °C higher minimum operating temperature
    Sony SRS-X33 has a higher minimum operating temperature than the average portable speaker (5 °C vs 0 °C).
  • 5 °C lower maximum operating temperature
    Sony SRS-X33 has a lower maximum operating temperature than the average portable speaker (35 °C vs 40 °C).
  • Does not support smartphone app control
    Sony SRS-X33 does not support smartphone app control, while the average portable speaker supports smartphone app control.
    No compatible mobile app for speaker control.
  • Does not support stereo pairing
    Sony SRS-X33 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-X33 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-X33 does not provide voice prompts, while the average portable speaker provides voice prompts.
    No spoken status prompts; feedback is absent, visual, or tone-based.
  • 4 older
    Sony SRS-X33 was released earlier than the average portable speaker (2015 vs 2019).
    Release year: 2015.
  • Is not water resistant
    Sony SRS-X33 is not water resistant, while the average portable speaker is water resistant.
    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

    Sony SRS-X33 is not water resistant, while the average portable speaker is water resistant.
  • Is not rated as dust resistant
    Sony SRS-X33 is not rated as dust resistant, while the average portable speaker is dust resistant.
    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

    Sony SRS-X33 is not rated as dust resistant, while the average portable speaker is dust resistant.
  • 4,000 Hz lower maximum frequency
    Sony SRS-X33 has a lower maximum frequency than the average portable speaker (16,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz).
    Upper frequency-response endpoint: 16000 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 SRS-X33 has a lower maximum frequency than the average portable speaker (16,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz).16000 Hz vs 20000 Hz
  • 2 hours longer charging time
    Sony SRS-X33 has a longer charging time than the average portable speaker (5 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-X33 has a longer charging time than the average portable speaker (5 hours vs 3 hours).5 hours vs 3 hours
  • 9 % higher total harmonic distortion
    Sony SRS-X33 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-X33 has higher total harmonic distortion than the average portable speaker (10% vs 1%).10 % vs 1 %
  • Does not support smartphone app control
    Sony SRS-X33 does not support smartphone app control, while the average portable speaker supports smartphone app control.
    No compatible mobile app for speaker 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

    Sony SRS-X33 does not support smartphone app control, while the average portable speaker supports smartphone app control.
  • 16 mm smaller main driver
    Sony SRS-X33 has a smaller main driver than the average portable speaker (34 mm vs 50.00 mm).
    Primary driver diameter: 34.00 mm.
    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

    Sony SRS-X33 has a smaller main driver than the average portable speaker (34 mm vs 50.00 mm).34.00 mm vs 50.00 mm
  • 2 Bluetooth levels older
    Sony SRS-X33 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-X33 has an older Bluetooth version than the average portable speaker (3 vs 5.0).3.0 vs 5.0
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What customers like about Sony SRS-X33?

  • Impressive, powerful sound quality and prominent bass for its compact size
  • Solid, durable build quality with an attractive minimalist design
  • Good battery life lasting up to 12 hours of moderate playback
  • Seamless Bluetooth connectivity with quick NFC tap-to-pair technology
  • Supports high-quality LDAC audio streaming codec
  • Convenient built-in speakerphone functionality for hands-free calls
  • Great overall value for money compared to more expensive alternatives

What customers dislike about Sony SRS-X33?

  • Audio distorts and compresses noticeably when played at high volumes
  • Lacks physical music playback controls (like track skip) on the speaker itself
  • Does not include a protective carrying case or travel sleeve
  • Relatively heavy and dense for a ultra-portable mini speaker
  • Not ruggedized or waterproof, making it less suitable for harsh outdoor use

Expert reviews

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cnet.com
16/07/2015
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Sony SRS-X33Go to product viewer dialogue for this item. review: A standout mini Bluetooth speaker
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musicphotolife.com
17/07/2015
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Sony SRS-X33 Review - Music Photo Life
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pcmag.com
27/07/2015
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Sony SRS-X33 Review - PCMag
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uk.pcmag.com
27/07/2015
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Sony SRS-X33 Review - PCMag UK CNET
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au.pcmag.com
28/07/2015
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Sony SRS-X33 Review - PCMag Australia Please let me know if you need to extract specific performance details (like battery life or audio measurements)...
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lesnumeriques.com
30/06/2015
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Sony SRS-X33 review: don't turn up the volume!
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cnetfrance.fr
06/08/2015
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Sony SRS-X33 - CNET France
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audiocasque.fr
21/11/2015
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Sony SRS-X33 | REVIEW | For low-volume listening only
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culturasonora.es
05/09/2017
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Bose SoundLink Mini 2 Bluetooth Speaker: Professional Review
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tweakers.net
18/03/2019
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Bluetooth speakers under 200 euros - Eight popular speakers compared
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