Sony SRS-XG500 Review: Ranked #61 of 91

Last updated: October 5, 2026

The Sony SRS-XG500 ranks #61 out of 91 total Boombox Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers for sound quality. See all Portable Bluetooth rankings for every top pick.

Brand: Sony

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Sony SRS-XG500 - ranked #61 of 91 Boombox Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers · Editor's rating 3/5
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#61 Sony SRS-XG500: $399.99 Discontinued Amazon eBay

Newer model: the Sony ULT Field 7, ranked higher, rated 3.2/5.

Pros: 30 hour battery life; 10-min quick-charge gives 3 hours. Battery care function stops charging at 90% to extend longevity. IP66 water/dust resistant. Two USB-A ports (one charges devices), mic/guitar inputs, AUX. Party mode links 100+ speakers. Measured bass extension of 49Hz (-10dB).

Cons: Thuddy upper bass, not as deep bass as others. Speaker will not remain at max volume and will turn itself down automatically. Discontinued.

How it compares: Just above it: JBL Partybox On the Go - $100 cheaper, 24 fewer hours of battery life. Just below it: JBL Boombox - $1 cheaper, 6 fewer hours of battery life.

Amplifier Power2x 25W + 2x 10W
AppYes (Music Center, Fiestable)
Aux InputYes
Bass Extension (-10dB)49Hz
Battery Life30 hours (Manufacturer specified)
BluetoothYes
Bluetooth CodecsSBC, AAC, LDAC
Bluetooth Version5.0
Built-in MicrophoneYes
Digital Aux InputNo
Dimensions18.1” x 10.1” x 8.5” (460 x 256 x 215 mm)
Drivers2x 30mm tweeters + 2x 40mm mid-range + 1x 60mm woofer
EQYes (App + ClearAudio+)
IP RatingIP66
OmnidirectionalNo
Party ModeYes (Party Connect up to 100 speakers)
Power BankYes (USB-A, 5V/1.5A)
Power InputUSB-C
StereoYes
StrapNo
TWSYes
USB PlaybackYes
Weight12.3 lbs (5.6 kg)
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