Sony SRS-XB33 review: specs and price
Sony SRS-XB33
Why is Sony SRS-XB33 better than the average?
- Volume?
2529.37 cm³vs4596.43 cm³ - Lowest frequency?
20 Hzvs72.86 Hz - Battery life?
24 hoursvs13.03 hours - Bluetooth version?
5vs4.22 - USB ports?
2vs1 - Operating power consumption?
7.5W vs22.85W - Number of microphones?
1vs0.77 - Power consumption in standby mode?
0.3W vs0.75W
Price comparison
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User reviews
Overall rating
Features
Build quality
8.5/10
4 votes
Sound quality
9.3/10
4 votes
Design
8.3/10
4 votes
Value for money
8.5/10
4 votes
Portability
8.5/10
4 votes
Design
The first number of the IP rating refers to protection against dust, while the second number refers to protection against liquid. E.g. a first number of 6 denotes that it is completely dustproof, and a second number of 7 denotes that the device can withstand full immersion in water.
volume
2529.37 cm³
Volume is the quantity of three-dimensional space enclosed by the product's chassis or, in simpler terms, the space the product occupies.
A speaker driver is an individual transducer that converts electrical energy to sound waves. More drivers may result in better sound quality.
driver unit size
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The driver unit is the component that produces sound in the device. Bigger drivers are more powerful and can produce better bass.
has a neodymium magnet
✖Sony SRS-XB33
Devices with neodymium magnets are lighter and more powerful than those which use ferrite magnets. They also have more bass and clear high notes.
control panel placed on a device
✔Sony SRS-XB33
There is a control panel on the device body, so you can easily access the volume control or remote without having to interact with a cable or another device it's connected to.
travel bag is included
✖Sony SRS-XB33
The device comes with its own special case or pouch, which is useful for safe transportation.
has a touch screen
✖Sony SRS-XB33
You can operate the device easily, by pressing the screen with your fingers.
is weather-sealed (splashproof)
✔Sony SRS-XB33
The device is protected with extra seals to prevent failures caused by dust, raindrops, and water splashes.
Sound quality
has stereo speakers
✔Sony SRS-XB33
Devices with stereo speakers deliver sound from independent channels on both left and right sides, creating a richer sound and a better experience.
has a subwoofer
✖Sony SRS-XB33
Devices with a subwoofer have a higher quality, deeper bass.
highest frequency
20000 Hz
The highest frequency at which device produces audio. The higher the high-frequency response, the clearer and crispier the treble.
lowest frequency
20 Hz
The lowest frequency at which the device produces audio. The lower the low-frequency response, the stronger and juicier the bass.
audio output power
2 x 8W
Audio output power is based on the number of speakers and their power in watts. High audio output power results in loud, clear sounds.
Has a passive radiator
✔Sony SRS-XB33
A passive radiator is a type of driver (speaker) that doesn't have a voice coil and a magnet. The sound vibrations produced by a passive radiator depend on its mass and the size of its enclosure. It is usually used in combination with a woofer to produce deep bass tones.
More microphones result in better sound quality and enable the device to filter out background noise.
has a noise-canceling microphone
✖Sony SRS-XB33
These microphones are designed to filter out background noise from the desired sound. Especially useful in noisy environments.
Signal-to-noise ratio (SNR)
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Signal-to-noise ratio is a measure that compares the level of a desired signal (meaningful information) to the level of background noise (unwanted signal), the bigger the less perceived noise.
Power
battery power
2700 mAh
Battery power, or battery capacity, represents the amount of electrical energy that a battery can store. More battery power can be an indication of longer battery life.
Battery life
24 hours
The device's battery life (when in use) as given by the manufacturer. With a longer battery life you have to charge the device less often.
charge time
5 hours
The time it takes to fully charge the battery.
has a battery level indicator
✔Sony SRS-XB33
An indicator shows you when the device has low battery.
has a rechargeable battery
✔Sony SRS-XB33
The battery can be recharged and used over again.
has a removable battery
✖Sony SRS-XB33
The battery is removable and can be replaced by the user if broken.
has wireless charging
✖Sony SRS-XB33
It supports a wireless charging standard such as Qi. To charge the device, you simply put it down on a compatible charging pad.
How much power the device consumes when it's switched on.
annual power consumption
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The more power per year a device consumes, the less energy efficient it is, making it more costly over time.
Connectivity
multipoint count
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Multipoint allows you to link to more Bluetooth devices and switch between them. For example you can easily switch calls from one device to another without having to manually disconnect and reconnect.
Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that allows data transfers between devices placed in close proximity, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves. Newer versions provide faster data transfers.
supports Bluetooth pairing using NFC
✔Sony SRS-XB33
Device supports fast Bluetooth pairing using NFC so it can communicate with other devices over Bluetooth. You can fastly pair devices without entering a code by simply holding one device next to the device with which it is to be paired.
has a socket for a 3.5 mm audio jack
✖Sony SRS-XB33
With a standard mini jack socket, you can use the device with most headphones.
has an AUX input
✖Sony SRS-XB33
An auxiliary input allows you to play other audio sources by connecting them through a simple audio connection like a 3.5mm jack, i.e for MP3 or portable DVD/CD player.
has aptX Lossless
✖Sony SRS-XB33
aptX Lossless is an audio codec for Bluetooth devices that is developed by Qualcomm. It supports high quality 16-bit/44.1kHz audio (at a maximum bit rate of 1200kbps). This codec provides CD-quality audio without any loss of data.
has LDAC
✔Sony SRS-XB33
LDAC is a codec developed by Sony for Bluetooth audio. It is capable of a very high bitrate of 990kbps, which provides high resolution audio. It can also automatically adjust to a lower bitrate of 330kbps or 660kbps to increase stability.
has aptX Adaptive
✖Sony SRS-XB33
aptx Adaptive is an audio codec for Bluetooth devices that is developed by Qualcomm. It has a variable bit rate (between 279kbps and 420kbps), which means it can adjust the bit rate for different scenarios, such as listening to HD audio or reducing interference from other devices.
has aptX HD
✖Sony SRS-XB33
aptX HD is an audio codec for Bluetooth devices that is developed by Qualcomm. It supports high quality 24-bit audio (at a bit rate of 576kbps).
Features
Can be used wirelessly
✔Sony SRS-XB33
Wireless devices allow users more freedom of movement.
supports a remote smartphone
✔Sony SRS-XB33
This technology allows the users to use their smartphone as a remote control for the device.
has voice commands
✔Sony SRS-XB33
You can use your voice to control key functions of the device and you can easily access your device without pushing any button.
Has a radio
✖Sony SRS-XB33
A built-in FM radio tuner allows you to listen to most of the live-broadcasted FM radio stations without using the internet.
Has voice prompts
✔Sony SRS-XB33
With voice prompts, you will automatically receive information via audio messages – for instance, you may find out that the battery is running low, and it's time to recharge the device.
has a mute function
✖Sony SRS-XB33
The device has an option to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the device.
works as a power bank
✖Sony SRS-XB33
The power bank feature allows you to use the battery to charge other devices, such as your smartphone.
has a sleep timer
✖Sony SRS-XB33
A sleep timer is a function that shuts off the power after a preset amount of time.
internal storage
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The internal storage refers to the built-in storage space available in a device for system data, apps, and user-generated data. With a large amount of internal storage, you can save more files and apps on your device.
Miscellaneous
supports Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
✖Sony SRS-XB33
Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) is a wireless standard released in 2009. It has faster transfer rates and improved security compared to its predecessors – a, b, and g.
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Comments
Dewan
1 year ago
10 / 10
Sony SRS-XB33 Overall a Great Speaker
Dewan
1 year ago
10 / 10
I am quite the JBL fan, and this, in my avid bass hunting sound quality speaker hunter opinion, makes this a bang on competitor. Amazing sound quality and battery performance, materials is high quality to the touch, heavy durable feel, low base sound that fills a room adequately. Dust and waterproof (IP67 rating), tried and tested to the IP67 limits. No scratchy plastics or rattling bits. Vocals are crisp and clear, Bass Mid and Treble frequencies are adjustable via the Sony Music Centre app. Bass is very Low and Punchy, deepest bass I've experienced on a Bluetooth Speaker this size. Aesthetically pleasing look, nothing too bold and very contemporary looking in black, even tho it can be a conversation starter with its lighting feature that can be switched on or off. My biggest and probably only issue is the fact there is no travel hook or loop in the speaker design, so for hiking or walking, it is either hand held or in a backpack.
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致泉
2 years ago
10 / 10
音響本身就有立體音
致泉
2 years ago
10 / 10
我從桌上摔到地板上都沒事 丟到水裡也都沒事
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Sebas
2 years ago
6 / 10
An okay speaker
Sebas
2 years ago
6 / 10
After trying the XB33, I gotta admit that I was quite surprised. I was used to see mediocre speakers coming from Sony but this one felt different. To begin with, sound was pretty enjoyable but it has its flaws. Highs were quite bad and didn't have so much detail, mids were quite muddy and there was so much bass. The thing is that after using the EQ, I managed to improve the sound of the speaker but it's not the best speaker I heard anyhow. It was enjoyable but not as I would like. Something I liked a lot was that the sound is stereo and that it uses a better audio codec which provided a cleaner sound overall. In terms of the design, I didn't liked it. I found it too simple and its lights didn't help at all. I prefer a design like the XB23 or the Flip 6 (which has a pretty beautiful design tbh). Battery life was great, achieving good numbers after my testing. Price in the other hand was not that great because I found a contender which basically delivers everything I was looking for and it's the Flip 6. It's not only much cheaper but it is also much more comparable to this speaker than the Charge 5. I found the Flip's sound to be richer, with more detail and punch than the Sony's. Because of the Flip 6 existence, I ended up switching to JBL's instead. Not a bad speaker but I found a better choice out there. (Also Anker Motion+ is a good option too).
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