| Name | Sony SRS-XE300 | Sony SRS-XG500 |
|---|---|---|
| Image |  |
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| Type | Medium | Large |
| MSRP | $199.99 | $499.99 |
| Released | 2022 | 2021 |
| Availability | Available | Available |
| Current price | Amazon | Amazon |
| Speaker configuration | ||
| Audio channels | 2.0 (stereo) | 2.0 (stereo) |
| Woofers | 2× 49×71 mm | 2× 110 mm |
| Tweeters | - | 2× 25 mm |
| Subwoofers | - | - |
| Audio specs & features | ||
| Watts RMS | Not specified | Not specified |
| Frequency range | Not specified | Not specified |
| Wireless stereo pairing? | ✔ via app | ✔ via app |
| Party mode? (mono) | ✔ (Party Connect) | ✔ (Party Connect) |
| Other (special) audio features? | Speakerphone | Karaoke: mix music w/ mic input |
| Connectivity | ||
| Bluetooth version? | 5.2 | 5.0 |
| Wi-Fi? | ❌ | ❌ |
| NFC? (for pairing) | ❌ | ❌ |
| Radio? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Audio inputs & outputs | ||
| Buit-in mic? (and function) | ✔ (calls, voice control) | ❌ |
| Guitar/mic input? | ❌ | 1× TRS (guitar/mic) |
| USB-A playback? | ❌ | ✔ |
| 3.5 mm AUX in? | ❌ | ✔ |
| 3.5 mm AUX out? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Other in/outputs? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Battery, power & charging | ||
| Battery? | ✔ | ✔ |
| Battery life | 24 hours | 30 hours |
| Charge time | 5 hrs | 3 hrs |
| Battery capacity | 19.98 | 79.29 Wh |
| Swappable battery? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Charging port(s): | USB-C | DC |
| Powerbank function? | ❌ | Yes; 2× USB-A 7.5W |
| Buttons & controls | ||
| Sound mode button(s)? | ❌ | Mega Bass |
| Sound effect buttons? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Other (special) buttons? | Battery stamina mode | Guitar/mic vol. knob |
| App? | Sony Music Center | Sony Music Center |
| Voice assistant? | ✔ | ❌ |
| Lights | ||
| Colored LEDS? | ❌ | 2× ring (sides) |
| Strobe LEDS? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Size & weight | ||
| Size (cm H×W×D): | 23.8×10.5×11.9 | 46.0×25.6×21.5 |
| Size (inch H×W×D): | 9.37×4.13×4.69 | 18.11×10.08×8.46 |
| Weight (kg): | 1.3 | 5.6 |
| Weight (lbs): | 2.87 | 12.35 |
| Physical features | ||
| IP Code | IP67 | IP66 |
| Transportation method? | In hand | 1 handle |
| Color options: | 3 colors: Black, white, blue | 1 color: Black |
| Other features? | - | - |
| In the box | ||
| Charger/cables? | USB-A to USB-C | DC power adapter |
| Accessories? | - | - |
| More info | ||
| Model number | SRS-XE300 | SRS-XG500 |
| User guide / manual | Help Guide | Help Guide |
| Official site link: | Sony.com | Sony.com |
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