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Sony SRS-X5

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3.8
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User ratings:
40
4.3 out of 5
40 user ratings
5 stars
42 %
4 stars
42 %
3 stars
12 %
2 stars
2 %
1 stars
0 %
Editorial reviews:
7
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3.4 out of 5
5 user ratings
5 stars
0 %
4 stars
60 %
3 stars
40 %
2 stars
0 %
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Pros

  • The depth and sound quality were very good for some genres
  • responsive and simple to navigate
  • more depth

Cons

  • the volume drops a little when it s running on battery
  • dynamic range seems to suffer a little when on battery
  • Apple could be working on an almost indestructible screen

Key specs

  • yes
  • 30 ft
  • no
  • yes
  • 6 Ω
  • 8 h

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Sony SRS-X5 - Pros & Cons

Sony SRS-X5

Pros

  • The depth and sound quality were very good for some genres
  • responsive and simple to navigate
  • more depth
  • detail
  • vocal and midrange clarity
  • bass and big sound
  • price-quality rapport is perfectly balanced
  • The speaker is extremely well-made

Cons

  • the volume drops a little when it s running on battery
  • dynamic range seems to suffer a little when on battery
  • Apple could be working on an almost indestructible screen
  • glossy finish will attract some fingerprints
  • find a USB charging port and an audio input
  • stereo separation is clearly lacking
  • it never really sounds natural and lacks a tighter higher-end bass
  • no micro-USB connection for charging using combination any USB cable and power adapter
  • the cymbals and guitar can sound a bit bright
  • SRS-X5 comes in three different colors
  • not quite a class leader

Sony SRS-X5 - Technical Overview

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IconBluetooth wireless range
30 ft
Best:
Ion Cornerstone
Bluetooth wireless range: 984.25 ft
IconPeak power
20 W
Best:
Devialet Phantom
Peak power: 4500 W
IconImpedance
6 Ω
Best:
Sony MS-410
Impedance: 30000 Ω
IconWeight
1200 g
Best:
Philips BT2650
Weight: 0.21 g

Sony - Video Reviews (9)

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Sony SRS-X5 - Full Specifications

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Sound
Channels2.1
Low frequency60.0 Hz
High frequency20.0 kHz
Peak power20.0 W
Impedance6.0 Ω
Supported formats
  • .m4a
  • .m4b
  • m4p
  • .m4v
  • .m4r
  • .3gp
  • .mp4
  • .aac
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Dimensions
Height4.65 in
Width8.7 in
Depth2.01 in
Weight42.33 oz
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Features
Docking station for mobile/Tabletno
Radio receiverno
Smart speaker (virtual assistant)no
Speakerphoneyes
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Design
Colour of product
  • Black
  • Red
  • White
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Connectivity
USByes
USB version2.0
AUX inyes
Source of connection
  • iOS App
  • Android App
  • Windows Phone App
  • Mac App
  • PC App
  • Integrated in Speaker
Aptx Supportyes
Bluetoothyes
Bluetooth codec
  • AAC
  • aptX
  • SBC
Bluetooth profile
  • A2DP
  • AVRCP
  • HFP
  • HSP
Wired inputs
3.5mm
Bluetooth version2.1 + EDR
Bluetooth wireless range30.0 ft
Analogue 3.5mm input (Aux)1
Wireless network (Wi-Fi)no
NFCyes
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Power
Battery operatedyes
USB poweredno
Electric (not USB)yes
Battery typeLi-Ion
Playback time8.0 h
Battery life (max)8.0 h

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Sony SRS-X5 Sony - Editorial Reviews (7)

3.4
Based on 7 reviews
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Sony SRS-X5 TOP TECH: Sony's awesome speakers, Google Glass reads your mind & iPhone 6 latest rumours
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Dailystar.co.uk
Published: 13.07.2014
TOP TECH: Sony's awesome speakers, Google Glass reads your mind & iPhone 6 latest rumours

THIS week's top tech round-up including Sony's awesome Bluetooth speaker, Apple's next iPhone could be indestructible and the best app for the World Cup final

Sony SRS-X5 Sony SRS-X5 review: A top portable Bluetooth speaker in its size and price class
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CNET
Published: 17.06.2014
Sony SRS-X5 review: A top portable Bluetooth speaker in its size and price class
4.0

With strong sound and a built-in speakerphone, you can make the case that the $200 Sony SRS-X5 is a better buy than the Bose Mini.

Sony SRS-X5 Sony SRS-X55 Wireless Portable Speaker Review
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Gadgetmac
Published: 29.09.2015
Sony SRS-X55 Wireless Portable Speaker Review

The first ever portable speaker we reviewed from Sony, the SRS-X3 , had some of the best sounding bass we've ever heard, but it also left us wanting a little more. The new SRS-X55  is the slightly larger cousin of the SRS-X3/X33 that is surprisingly inexpensive consideri

Sony SRS-X5 Sony SRS-X55 Review: Big, Balanced Sound
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Tom's Guide
Published: 16.06.2015
Sony SRS-X55 Review: Big, Balanced Sound
3.5

Sony's latest Bluetooth speaker impresses with excellent sound quality for the price, but its large size and weak battery life limit its portability.

Sony SRS-X5 Sony SRS-X5 Review
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PCMAG
Published: 25.04.2014
Sony SRS-X5 Review
3.5

The Sony SRS-X5 is a solid Bluetooth speaker, but you can find more bass and portability at this price range.

Sony SRS-X5 Sony SRS-X5 bluetooth speaker review
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PC World
Sony SRS-X5 bluetooth speaker review
3.0

Buying out of the Sony ecosystem might be a better idea

Sony SRS-X5 Sony SRS-X5 bluetooth speaker review
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Good Gear Guide
Sony SRS-X5 bluetooth speaker review
3.0

Buying out of the Sony ecosystem might be a better idea