The Sony GTK, XP and XV line on Speaker Ranking spans 3 generations and 3 models, from the Sony GTK-XB60 to the Sony SRS-XV500. Ratings run from 2.1/5 to 4.0/5. Only one of them is still sold.
Each column below is one generation, oldest on the left. Each row follows one model into the model that replaced it; a long arrow means a model skipped a generation. Ratings are out of 5, and an estimated rating comes from measured models in the same family.
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Generation by generation
GTK-XB60 to SRS-XP500
The Sony SRS-XP500 replaced the Sony GTK-XB60. It rates higher, 4.0/5 against 2.1/5.
| Spec | GTK-XB60 | SRS-XP500 |
|---|---|---|
| Battery Life | 14 hours | 20 hours |
| Weight | 17.6 lbs (8 kg) | 24.7 lbs (11.2 kg) |
Full GTK-XB60 vs SRS-XP500 comparison
SRS-XP500 to SRS-XV500
The Sony SRS-XV500 replaced the Sony SRS-XP500. Both rate 4.0/5.
| Spec | SRS-XP500 | SRS-XV500 |
|---|---|---|
| Battery Life | 20 hours | 25 hours |
| IP Rating | None | IPX4 |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.0 | 5.2 |
Full SRS-XP500 vs SRS-XV500 comparison
Frequently Asked Questions
How many generations of the Sony GTK, XP and XV are there?
Speaker Ranking covers 3 generations of the Sony GTK, XP and XV, from the Sony GTK-XB60 to the Sony SRS-XV500.
What replaced the Sony GTK-XB60?
The Sony SRS-XP500 replaced the Sony GTK-XB60. It is rated 4.0/5, against 2.1/5 for the Sony GTK-XB60.
What replaced the Sony SRS-XP500?
The Sony SRS-XV500 replaced the Sony SRS-XP500. Both are rated 4.0/5.