| Name | Beats Pill | JBL Xtreme 4 |
|---|---|---|
| Image |  |
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| Type | Medium | Large |
| MSRP | $149.99 | $379.95 |
| Released | 2024 | 2024 |
| Availability | Available | Available |
| Check price: | Amazon | Amazon |
| Speaker configuration | ||
| Audio channels | 1.0 (mono) | 2.0 (stereo) |
| Woofers (or full range): | 1× | 2× 2.75″ |
| Tweeters: | 1× | 2× 0.75″ |
| Subwoofers: | - | - |
| Audio specs & features | ||
| Watts RMS | Not specified | 100 W (plugged in)., 70 W (battery) |
| Frequency range | Not specified | 44.0 Hz - 20 kHz |
| Wireless stereo pairing? | ✔ TWS | ✔ via app |
| Party mode? (mono) | ✔ Amplify Mode | ✔ Auracast |
| Other (special) audio features? | Speakerphone | AI Sound Boost, PlayTime boost (+6h) |
| Connectivity | ||
| Bluetooth version? | 5.3 | 5.3 |
| Wi-Fi? | ❌ | ❌ |
| NFC? (for pairing) | ❌ | ❌ |
| Radio? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Audio inputs & outputs | ||
| Buit-in mic? (and function) | ✔ (calls) | ❌ |
| Guitar/mic input? | ❌ | ❌ |
| USB-A playback? | ❌ | ❌ |
| 3.5 mm AUX in? | ❌ | ❌ |
| 3.5 mm AUX out? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Other in/outputs? | USB-C audio | ❌ |
| Battery, power & charging | ||
| Battery? | ✔ | ✔ |
| Battery life | 24 hours | 24 hours |
| Charge time | Not specified | 3.5 hrs |
| Battery capacity | 23.76 Wh | 68 Wh |
| Swappable battery? | ❌ | ✔ (extra battery sold separately) |
| Charging port(s): | USB-C | USB-C |
| Powerbank function? | Yes; 1× USB-C | Yes; 1× USB-C 22W |
| Buttons & controls | ||
| Sound mode button(s)? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Sound effect buttons? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Other (special) buttons? | ❌ | ❌ |
| App? | Beats app | JBL Portable app |
| Voice assistant? | Indirect control | ❌ |
| Lights | ||
| Colored LEDS? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Strobe LEDS? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Size & weight | ||
| Size (cm H×W×D): | 7.1×21.9×7.0 | 14.9×29.7×14.1 |
| Size (inch H×W×D): | 8.6×2.8×2.8 | 5.87×11.69×5.55 |
| Weight (kg): | 0.68 | 2.1 |
| Weight (lbs): | 1.50 | 4.63 |
| Physical features | ||
| IP Code | IP67 | IP67 |
| Transportation method? | In hand or lanyard | Shoulder strap |
| Color options: | 3 colors: Black, red, gold | 3 colors: Black, blue, camo |
| Other features? | - | - |
| In the box | ||
| Charger/cables? | USB-C to USB-C | USB-C power adapter |
| Accessories? | Carry lanyard | Shoulder strap |
| More info | ||
| Model number | A3211 | JBLXTREME4 |
| User guide / manual | Online manual | Quick start guide |
| Official site link: | Beatsbydre.com | JBL.com |
| Check price & reviews | ||
| See price and reviews: | Amazon | Amazon |
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