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Sony SRS-X77 Review | 130 Data compared

Avg. price:~ÂŁ300Audio output power:40.00 WBattery life:10 hoursIP rating:IPX4Bluetooth version:3.0Weight:1900 g

Sony SRS-X77 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.

6.5/10

Overall score

Score
6.5/ 10
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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–Ľ Worse than 66% of models
Score components

80%

6.5

Technical score

20%

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User score

â–ĽWorse than 66% of portable speakers
7.2

Value for money

Value for money
7.2/ 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–Ľ Worse than 85% of models
Score components

70%

6.5

Overall score

30%

8.9

Price

â–ĽWorse than 85%
6.5

Technical score

Technical score
6.5/ 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–Ľ Worse than 57% of models
Score components

32%

7.1

Audio

20%

5.5

Battery

18%

4.8

Durability

16%

7.1

Connectivity

8%

8.1

Controls

3%

7.5

Design

3%

7.5

Smart features

â–ĽWorse than 57%
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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–Ľ Worse than 71% of models
Score components

70%

?

User ratings

30%

?

Number of reviews

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Where to buy
    N/A~ ÂŁ300
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Technical Specifications of portable speaker Sony SRS-X77

Technical score
Technical score
6.5/ 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–Ľ Worse than 57% of models
Score components:

32%

7.1

Audio

20%

5.5

Battery

18%

4.8

Durability

16%

7.1

Connectivity

8%

8.1

Controls

3%

7.5

Design

3%

7.5

Smart features

6.5
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
â–Ľ
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–Ľ Worse than 71% of models
Score components

70%

?

User ratings

30%

?

Number of reviews

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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–Ľ Worse than 99% of models
Popularity:
Sony SRS-X77 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
7.2/ 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–Ľ Worse than 85% of models
Score components:

70%

6.5

Overall score

30%

8.9

Price

7.2
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
46 mm
Market range: <38 mm – >101 mm
This portable speaker has a driver unit size of 46 mm which is smaller than that of 59.9% of portable speakers and equal to that of 0.9% of portable speakers.
Number of drivers
3
Market range: <0 – >5
This portable speaker has 3 drivers, which is more than 70.1% of portable speakers and equal to the number in 11.5% of portable speakers.
Frequency response tolerance
?
Lowest frequency
50 Hz
Market range: <20 Hz – >120 Hz
This portable speaker has a lowest frequency of 50 Hz which is lower than that of 59.9% of portable speakers and equal to that of 9.1% 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
3
Market range: <3 – >5.3
This portable speaker supports Bluetooth version 3 which is older than that of 85.4% of portable speakers and equal to that of 6.5% 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; HFP; HSP
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
10 hours
Market range: <6 hours – >24 hours
This portable speaker has a battery life of 10 hours which is shorter than that of 53.9% of portable speakers and equal to that of 12.9% of portable speakers.
Battery capacity
2,600 mAh
Market range: <900 mAh – >6.6k mAh
This portable speaker has a battery capacity of 2,600 mAh which is larger than that of 49% of portable speakers and equal to that of 7.4% of portable speakers.
Charging time
8 hours
Market range: <2 hours – >5 hours
This portable speaker has a charging time of 8 hours which is longer than that of 99.3% of portable speakers and equal to that of 0.4% of portable speakers.
Maximum charging input power
30 W
Market range: <5 W – >30 W
This portable speaker has a maximum charging input power of 30 W which is higher than that of 89.2% of portable speakers and equal to that of 2.1% 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
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
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
top; rear
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
yes
This portable speaker supports fast pairing. 77.6% 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
13.2 cm
Market range: <5.79 cm – >29 cm
This portable speaker has a height of 13.2 cm which is taller than that of 53% of portable speakers and equal to that of 0.2% of portable speakers.
Width
30 cm
Market range: <7.6 cm – >37 cm
This portable speaker has a width of 30 cm which is wider than that of 79.5% of portable speakers and equal to that of 1% of portable speakers.
Depth
6 cm
Market range: <4.3 cm – >19.97 cm
This portable speaker has a depth of 6 cm which is shallower than that of 73.3% of portable speakers and equal to that of 2% of portable speakers.
Carry options
none
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Companion app name
Sony | Music Center
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; USB
Voice assistant support
no
This portable speaker does not support voice assistants. 26.5% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Spotify Connect
yes
This portable speaker supports Spotify Connect. 89.3% of portable speakers offer this feature.
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Sony SRS-X77 vs the average portable speaker

246810TotalAudioConnectivityBatteryDurabilityControlsDesignSmart features
  • Supports Wi-Fi connectivity
    This portable speaker supports Wi-Fi connectivity, while the average portable speaker does not support Wi-Fi connectivity.
  • 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.
  • 2,000 Hz higher maximum frequency
    This portable speaker has a higher maximum frequency than the average portable speaker (22,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz).
    22,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz
  • Has Chromecast built-in
    This portable speaker has Chromecast built-in, while the average portable speaker does not have Chromecast built-in.
  • 3 more adjustable EQ bands
    This portable speaker has more adjustable EQ bands than the average portable speaker (3 vs 0).
    3 vs 0
  • Supports AirPlay
    This portable speaker supports AirPlay, while the average portable speaker does not support AirPlay.
  • 20 W higher charging input power
    This portable speaker has higher charging input power than the average portable speaker (30 W vs 10 W).
    30 W vs 10 W
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 2,000 Hz higher maximum frequency
    This portable speaker has a higher maximum frequency than the average portable speaker (22,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz).
    22,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz
  • 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
  • 1 more speaker drivers
    This portable speaker has more speaker drivers than the average portable speaker (3 vs 2).
    3 vs 2
  • 10 Hz deeper bass extension
    This portable speaker has deeper bass extension than the average portable speaker (50 Hz vs 60 Hz).
    50 Hz vs 60 Hz
  • Supports Wi-Fi connectivity
    This portable speaker supports Wi-Fi connectivity, while the average portable speaker does not support Wi-Fi connectivity.
  • Has Chromecast built-in
    This portable speaker has Chromecast built-in, while the average portable speaker does not have Chromecast built-in.
  • Supports AirPlay
    This portable speaker supports AirPlay, while the average portable speaker does not support AirPlay.
  • Supports aptX
    This portable speaker supports aptX, while the average portable speaker does not support aptX.
  • 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.
  • 1 more paired devices remembered
    This portable speaker remembers more paired devices than the average portable speaker (9 vs 8).
    9 vs 8
  • Supports DLNA media sharing
    This portable speaker supports DLNA media sharing, while the average portable speaker does not support DLNA media sharing.
  • Has Ethernet support
    This portable speaker has Ethernet support, while the average portable speaker does not have Ethernet support.
  • Supports AAC Bluetooth audio
    This portable speaker supports AAC Bluetooth audio, while the average portable speaker does not support AAC Bluetooth audio.
  • 20 W higher charging input power
    This portable speaker has higher charging input power than the average portable speaker (30 W vs 10 W).
    30 W vs 10 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.
  • 3 more adjustable EQ bands
    This portable speaker has more adjustable EQ bands than the average portable speaker (3 vs 0).
    3 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.
  • Supports fast pairing
    This portable speaker supports fast pairing, while the average portable speaker does not support fast pairing.
  • Supports party mode
    This portable speaker supports party mode, while the average portable speaker does not support party mode.
    Supports synchronized multi-speaker party/group playback.
  • Includes a remote control
    This portable speaker includes a remote control, while the average portable speaker does not include a remote control.
  • 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.
  • Supports multi-room audio
    This portable speaker supports multi-room audio, while the average portable speaker does not support multi-room audio.
    Supports synchronized multi-room playback.
  • Supports Spotify Connect
    This portable speaker supports Spotify Connect, while the average portable speaker does not support Spotify Connect.
  • 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 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.
  • 5 hours longer charging time
    This portable speaker has a longer charging time than the average portable speaker (8 hours vs 3 hours).
    8 hours vs 3 hours
  • 2 Bluetooth levels older
    This portable speaker has an older Bluetooth version than the average portable speaker (3 vs 5).
    3 vs 5
  • 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
  • 2 hours shorter battery life
    This portable speaker has a shorter battery life than the average portable speaker (10 hours vs 12 hours).
    10 hours vs 12 hours
  • 3.33x more expensive
    Sony SRS-X77 is more expensive than the average portable speaker (ÂŁ300 vs ÂŁ90).
    ÂŁ300 vs ÂŁ90
  • 4.21x less popular
    Sony SRS-X77 is less popular than the average portable speaker (1 vs 4.21).
    1 vs 4.21
  • 4.8% worse value for money
    Sony SRS-X77 offers worse value for money than the average portable speaker (7.2 vs 7.5).
    7.2 vs 7.55
  • 39 mm smaller built-in subwoofer
    This portable speaker has a smaller built-in subwoofer than the average portable speaker (62 mm vs 101 mm).
    62 mm vs 101 mm
  • 4 mm smaller main driver
    This portable speaker has a smaller main driver than the average portable speaker (46 mm vs 50 mm).
    46 mm vs 50 mm
  • 2 Bluetooth levels older
    This portable speaker has an older Bluetooth version than the average portable speaker (3 vs 5).
    3 vs 5
  • 5 hours longer charging time
    This portable speaker has a longer charging time than the average portable speaker (8 hours vs 3 hours).
    8 hours vs 3 hours
  • 2 hours shorter battery life
    This portable speaker has a shorter battery life than the average portable speaker (10 hours vs 12 hours).
    10 hours vs 12 hours
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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
  • 11.9 cm wider
    This portable speaker is wider than the average portable speaker (30 cm vs 18.1 cm).
    30 cm vs 18.1 cm
  • 4 older
    This portable speaker was released earlier than the average portable speaker (2015 vs 2019).
    2015 vs 2019

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

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expertreviews.co.uk
11/12/2015
Summary of the review
Sony SRS-X77 review - Expert Reviews
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avforums.com
15/02/2016
Summary of the review
Sony SRS-X77 Wireless Speaker Review - AVForums
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medium.com
30/07/2015
Summary of the review
Sony SRS-X77 | by Tatsuhiko Miyagawa - Medium Medium·Tatsuhiko Miyagawa
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technikfaultier.com
16/12/2016
Summary of the review
Sony SRS-X77, X88, and X99 speaker review after one year
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likehifi.de
22/05/2016
Summary of the review
Sony SRS-X99: A great team
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on-mag.fr
21/03/2016
Summary of the review
Sony SRS-X77 Review: A great Bluetooth and Wi-Fi speaker, portable and ultra-connected
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on-mag.fr
21/03/2016
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Sony SRS-X77 Wireless Speaker Review - ON-mag.fr
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tweakers.net
19/11/2015
Summary of the review
Sony SRS-X77 Black - Gamebuster - Product reviews
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hifi.nl
09/10/2015
Summary of the review
Panelist Ruud Honings: HT-XT3 & SRS-X77
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Third-party reviews

What customers like about Sony SRS-X77

  • Impressive, wide soundstage that fills the room effectively
  • Clean, powerful sound and deep bass response for its small size
  • Extensive connectivity options including Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, AirPlay, Google Cast, and NFC
  • Sleek, minimalist, premium monolithic design with clean lines
  • Handles compressed and low-bitrate audio material very well using DSEE technology
  • Intuitive touch-sensitive controls on a high-contrast glass top panel
  • User-friendly multiroom setup and control via the companion app

What customers don't like about Sony SRS-X77

  • Disappointing battery life that drops significantly (down to ~2.5 hours) at high volumes
  • Bass drastically reduces or goes missing when pushed to maximum volume levels
  • Glossy glass top and piano black finish are highly prone to fingerprints and dust
  • Requires a dedicated AC power cord to charge rather than a standard micro-USB or USB-C cable
  • Touch-sensitive control buttons on the top panel lack backlighting
  • Default ClearAudio+ setting can make the audio sound harsh or boomy to some listeners
  • Lacks an official water-resistance or weatherproofing rating for outdoor use

Verdict

The Sony SRS-X77 is a sleek, 1.9 kg portable 2.1-channel wireless speaker that delivers a powerful 40W RMS output through two 46mm full-range drivers, a 62mm subwoofer, and dual passive radiators, covering a frequency range of 50 Hz to 22,000 Hz. Its standout pros include extensive connectivity options such as Bluetooth 3.0 with high-quality LDAC codec support, Wi-Fi, AirPlay, Google Cast, and Ethernet, alongside a built-in rechargeable battery that offers up to 10 hours of playback. However, its main cons include a glossy glass top surface that easily attracts fingerprints, touch-sensitive control buttons that lack backlighting, and a battery life that drops significantly down to roughly 3 hours when utilizing network/Wi-Fi streaming functions.

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