The  Sony SRS-XB33 and JBL Charge 5 are the new speakers that stand out from most of the speakers and also from their predecessors. The JBL Charge 5 is newer than the Sony SRS-XB33. However, they have quite a difference in their features so let’s check them out and see which one of them is better for you.

Sony SRS-XB33 Vs JBL Charge 5: Comparison Chart

Particular	Sony SRS-XB33	JBL Charge 5
Brand	Sony	JBL
Model name	SRS-XB33	Charge 5
Type	mobile/ tablet speaker	mobile/ tablet speaker
Wired/Wireless	Wireless	Wireless
RGB lights	yes	no
Bluetooth version	5	5.1
frequency response	20-20k Hz	65-20k Hz
NFC	yes	no
audio jack	3.5 mm	no
Battery	24 hours	20 hours
charging time	2.5 hours	4 hours
power bank	yes	yes
dimensions	24.6×9.7×10.6 cm	22×9.6×9.3 cm
configuration	stereo	stereo
IPX rating	IP67	IP67
warranty	1 year	1 year

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Sony SRS-XB33 Vs JBL Charge 5: Detailed Analysis

Design:

The Sony SRS-XB33 is a portable, battery-powered speaker which looks robust and sturdy. The speaker has a trapezoidal shape that tapers down slightly in the back. Passive radiators are present on both sides of the speaker with two lights that are customizable with the help of a first able app. This speaker has an excellent build quality, wrapped in thick netting. The ends of the speaker are protected with a rubber cover. There are two sets of controls that are present in this speaker. The first set is located at the top of the speaker and the second set of controls is located at the rear side of the speaker. Mini display lights are also present which shows the status of the speaker. It comes in various colors to suit your personality and is equipped with RGB lights.

The JBL Charge 5 looks almost similar to that of the JBL Charge 4. It is a small cylindrical speaker with an impressive build quality. It is made up of hard plastic and has a bigger logo on its front. This speaker is small, lightweight, and battery-powered so it is incredibly portable and can be taken outdoors without connecting it to any outlet. The controls are present on the top of the speaker which includes a play and pause button, + and – volume button, power button, and a party boost button. At the bottom of the speaker, several dots light up to indicate the speaker’s battery level. Its power and Bluetooth indicator light get on when the speaker turns on. It also comes in many color variants.

Sound:

The Sony SRS-XB33 gives powerful sound with deep punch bass and decent clarity sound with its EXTRA BASS mode. It has dual passive radiators that work together with the speakers to provide enhanced low-end tones, giving bass a boost. It has several sound modes which include Clear audio+, DSEE, Live Sound, EXTRA BASS, and Stamina mode. With the Live sound mode, you will get a three-dimensional experience as the speakers are equipped with DSP technology that sends music to a wider area.

The JBL Charge 5 has a powerful sound and delivers deep bass with clear mids and warm trebles. However, the sound is distorted at very high volumes so it is recommended to listen at 50-60% to avoid distortion. The sound is directional despite its cylindrical shape, as the woofers and tweeters are positioned at the front of the speaker. The JBL Charge 5 has an optimized excursion driver, a tweeter, and dual bass radiators that deliver rich and clear audio. 

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Battery:

The Sony SRS-XB33 has a long battery life which provides up to 24 hours of battery life and even with the lighting on in the EXTRA BASS mode, it provides a battery life of up to 14 hours.

The JBL Charge 5 has a Li-ion polymer 27 Wh rechargeable battery that offers up to 20 hours battery life from a single charge of 4 hours. The JBL Charge 5 is equipped with a built-in power bank that lets you charge your speaker without taking a break.

Connectivity:

The Sony SRS-XB33 has quite impressive Bluetooth performance. It has Bluetooth version 5.0 and has a multi-pairing feature which means you can connect up to two devices at a time and it also supports NFC(Near Field Communication). The speaker is compatible with A2DP, AVRCP, HSP, and HFP profiles. This speaker has low latency with Android and iOS which makes it suitable for watching videos. This speaker has Hands free calling function thus offering you a convenient way to talk.

The JBL Charge 5 has a Bluetooth version 5.1 with a Bluetooth frequency of 2400 MHz to 2483.5 MHz. The supported profiles are A2DP 1.3 and AVRCP 1.6. Its Bluetooth transmission power is less than equal to 20 dBm. You can connect two smartphones or tablets at a time to the speaker and can take turns while enjoying its sound. It comes with a Party boost feature that allows you to pair two JBL party boost compatible speakers for stereo sound to pump up your party.

Ingress Protection Rating:

The Sony SRS-XB33 has an IP67 rating which means this speaker can resist dust and water making it long-lasting. You don’t have to worry about your speaker taking it to the beach, forest, desert, or wherever you want it will keep on playing no matter how dusty the surface is. You can even wash the speaker.

The JBL Charge 5 also has an IP67 rating that can resist dust as well as water so you can carry it anywhere, to the pool or the park.

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Sony SRS-XB33 Vs JBL Charge 5: Quick Comparison

Particular	Sony SRS-XB33	JBL Charge 5	Which is better?
Design	Trapezoidal-shaped speaker with the good build quality and rubber cover protection at the ends. It comes with RGB lights which makes it look beautiful.	Cylindrical-shaped speaker, made of hard plastic and is smaller and lighter than the Sony SRS-XB33. It comes in various colors but not with RGB lights.	Sony SRS-XB33
Sound Quality	It has dual passive radiators that work together with the speakers to provide enhanced low-end tones, giving bass a boost. It has several sound modes which include Clear audio+, DSEE, Live Sound, EXTRA BASS, and Stamina mode.	It has a powerful sound and delivers deep bass with clear mids and warm trebles. The sound is directional despite its cylindrical shape. The JBL Charge 5 has an optimized excursion driver, a tweeter, and dual bass radiators that deliver rich and clear audio.	Sony SRS-XB33
Battery	It provides up to 24 hours of battery life and with the lighting on in the EXTRA BASS mode, it provides a battery life of up to 14 hours.	It offers up to 20 hours of battery life from a single charge of 4 hours.	Sony SRS-XB33
Connectivity	Bluetooth version 5 with supported multi-device pairing NFC	Bluetooth version 5.1 and supported multi-device pairing but NFC is not supported.	JBL Charge 5
Rating	4.7/5	4.7/5	Both

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Sony SRS-XB33 Vs JBL Charge 5: Final Verdict

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As you can see both the speakers have impressive features that no one can resist. 

The price of both the speakers is the same so you just have to see their features to select a good speaker for yourself.

According to my, The Sony SRS-XB33 is the winner as it offers much more features compared to the JBL charge 5. The JBL Charge 5 has less battery life and is lighter than the Sony SRS-XB33. Coming to the sound quality, both the speakers deliver the almost same quality of sound however the Sony SRS-XB33 has various sound modes which sets it apart from the JBL Charge 5. These are some key features that you should take into consideration while purchasing a new speaker.

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