| Name | Sony SRS-XG500 | JBL Charge 6 |
|---|---|---|
| Image |  |
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| Type | Large | Medium |
| MSRP | $499.99 | $199.95 |
| Released | 2021 | 2025 |
| Availability | Available | Available |
| Current price | Amazon | Amazon |
| Speaker configuration | ||
| Audio channels | 2.0 (stereo) | 1.0 (mono) |
| Woofers (or full range): | 2× 110 mm | 1× 53×93 mm |
| Tweeters: | 2× 25 mm | 1× 20 mm |
| Subwoofers: | - | - |
| Audio specs & features | ||
| Watts RMS | Not specified | 45 W |
| Frequency range | Not specified | 56.0 Hz - 20 kHz |
| Wireless stereo pairing? | ✔ via app | ✔ via app |
| Party mode? (mono) | ✔ (Party Connect) | ✔ Auracast |
| Other (special) audio features? | Karaoke: mix music w/ mic input | AI Sound Boost, PlayTime boost (+4h) |
| Connectivity | ||
| Bluetooth version? | 5.0 | 5.4 |
| Wi-Fi? | ❌ | ❌ |
| NFC? (for pairing) | ❌ | ❌ |
| Radio? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Audio inputs & outputs | ||
| Buit-in mic? (and function) | ❌ | ❌ |
| 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 | 30 hours | 24 hours |
| Charge time | 3 hrs | 3 hrs |
| Battery capacity | 79.29 Wh | 34 Wh |
| Swappable battery? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Charging port(s): | DC | USB-C |
| Powerbank function? | Yes; 2× USB-A 7.5W | Yes; 1× USB-C |
| Buttons & controls | ||
| Sound mode button(s)? | Mega Bass | ❌ |
| Sound effect buttons? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Other (special) buttons? | Guitar/mic vol. knob | ❌ |
| App? | Sony Music Center | JBL Portable app |
| Voice assistant? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Lights | ||
| Colored LEDS? | 2× ring (sides) | ❌ |
| Strobe LEDS? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Size & weight | ||
| Size (cm H×W×D): | 46.0×25.6×21.5 | 9.85×22.88×9.4 |
| Size (inch H×W×D): | 18.11×10.08×8.46 | 3.9×9.0×3.7 |
| Weight (kg): | 5.6 | 0.96 |
| Weight (lbs): | 12.35 | 2.11 |
| Physical features | ||
| IP Code | IP66 | IP68 |
| Transportation method? | 1 handle | 1 handle |
| Color options: | 1 color: Black | 6 colors |
| Other features? | - | Removable handle strap |
| In the box | ||
| Charger/cables? | DC power adapter | Not included |
| Accessories? | - | Handle strap |
| More info | ||
| Model number | SRS-XG500 | JBLCHARGE6 |
| User guide / manual | Help Guide | Quick start guide |
| Official site link: | Sony.com | JBL.com |
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