| Name | Sony SRS-XG500 | Sony ULT Field 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Image |  |
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| Type | Large | Large |
| MSRP | $499.99 | $329.99 |
| Released | 2021 | 2025 |
| Availability | Available | Available |
| Current price | Amazon | Amazon |
| Speaker configuration | ||
| Audio channels | 2.0 (stereo) | 2.0 (stereo) |
| Woofers (or full range): | 2× 110 mm | 1× 107×79 mm |
| Tweeters: | 2× 25 mm | 2× 46 mm |
| Subwoofers: | - | - |
| Audio specs & features | ||
| Watts RMS | Not specified | Not specified |
| Frequency range | Not specified | Not specified |
| Wireless stereo pairing? | ✔ via app | ✔ TWS |
| Party mode? (mono) | ✔ (Party Connect) | ✔ (Party Connect) |
| Other (special) audio features? | Karaoke: mix music w/ mic input | Placement Correction |
| Connectivity | ||
| Bluetooth version? | 5.0 | 5.3 |
| 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 | 25 hours |
| Charge time | 3 hrs | 3.5 hrs |
| Battery capacity | 79.29 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 | Bass boost |
| Sound effect buttons? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Other (special) buttons? | Guitar/mic vol. knob | Light effect button |
| App? | Sony Music Center | Sony Sound Connect |
| Voice assistant? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Lights | ||
| Colored LEDS? | 2× ring (sides) | 4× rings |
| Strobe LEDS? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Size & weight | ||
| Size (cm H×W×D): | 25.6×46.0×21.5 | 14.4×32.0×12.5 |
| Size (inch H×W×D): | 10.08×18.11×8.46 | 5.7×12.6×5.0 |
| Weight (kg): | 5.6 | 3.3 |
| Weight (lbs): | 12.35 | 7.28 |
| Physical features | ||
| IP Code | IP66 | IP67 |
| Transportation method? | 1 handle | Shoulder strap |
| Color options: | 1 color: Black | 2 colors: Black, white |
| Other features? | - | Detachable shoulder strap |
| In the box | ||
| Charger/cables? | DC power adapter | USB-C to USB-C |
| Accessories? | - | Shoulder strap |
| More info | ||
| Model number | SRS-XG500 | YY7859E, SRS-ULT50 |
| User guide / manual | Help Guide | Help Guide |
| Official site link: | Sony.com | Sony.com |
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