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Series

Charge5Press released21buns5ku92am.cloudfront.net/68766/documents/43902-1609931501-Charge%205-81b618.pdfRead 10 October 2026Release calls the speaker the latest addition to the JBL Charge Series.

EXTRA BASS3Maker product pagesony.com.tw/en/electronics/portable-speakers/srs-xb13/specificationsRead 23 October 2026Page title: XB13 EXTRA BASS portable wireless speaker. Sony sells it in the EXTRA BASS line.

Model numbersiMaker identifiers for this exact model and its listed variants. Excludes sibling models and other generations.

JBLCHARGE5GRYAM, JBLCHARGE5RED4Reviewsoundguys.com/jbl-charge-5-review-53379Read 10 October 2026Spec box lists JBLCHARGE5GRYAM. One colour SKU, not an exhaustive list. Trusted Reviews adds JBLCHARGE5RED.8Reviewtrustedreviews.com/reviews/jbl-charge-5Read 10 October 2026Full specs list JBLCHARGE5RED for the red model. One colour SKU.

SRS-XB13, SRSXB13/B, SRSXB13/L, SRSXB13/P8Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B08ZJ6DQNYRead 23 October 2026Amazon US listings show SRSXB13/B (black, ASIN B08ZJ6DQNY), SRSXB13/L (light blue, B08ZJ1QLCW) and SRSXB13/P (coral pink, B08ZHCNPMN). The Help Guide names the model SRS-XB13.

GTIN / EAN

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027242921207, 027242921214, 0272429212388Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B08ZJ6DQNYRead 23 October 2026UPCs from the same three listings: 027242921207 (black), 027242921214 (light blue), 027242921238 (coral pink).

AnnouncediThe maker's first announcement of this model. This is separate from first retail availability.

7 January 20215Press released21buns5ku92am.cloudfront.net/68766/documents/43902-1609931501-Charge%205-81b618.pdfRead 10 October 2026Maker release dated January 7, 2021.

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Status

Available1Maker product pagejbl.com/CHARGE5-.htmlRead 8 October 2026Maker offers this model for purchase on the accessed date.

Discontinued2Maker product pagesony.jp/active-speaker/products/SRS-XB13/spec.htmlRead 23 October 2026Sony Japan page says sales of this product at the Sony Store have ended. Sony US no longer has the product page and the Sony UK specification URL redirects to the speaker gallery. Amazon still sells it. RTINGS says it was replaced by the SRS-XB100.

PredecessoriThe model this one directly replaced, in the same line, tier and size, as the maker or a trusted review names it.

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SuccessoriThe model that directly replaced this one, in the same line, tier and size. A revision such as a Slim or OLED model does not count when a next generation exists.

JBL Charge 69Reviewsoundguys.com/jbl-charge-6-vs-jbl-charge-5-133988Read 23 October 2026SoundGuys calls the JBL Charge 6 a worthy successor to the Charge 5.

Sony SRS-XB1006Reviewrtings.com/speaker/reviews/sony/srs-xb13Read 23 October 2026RTINGS notice: this speaker was replaced by the Sony SRS-XB100. iFixit says the same. RTINGS tested the speaker in June and July 2021. Its result cells are members only, so no measured value is stored.9Reviewengadget.com/sonys-latest-portable-party-speaker-also-works-with-your-tv-160026094.htmlRead 23 October 2026Engadget's launch report says the SRS-XB100 replaces the SRS-XB13 in Sony's compact Bluetooth lineup.10Reviewtomsguide.com/reviews/sony-srs-xb100-bluetooth-speakerRead 23 October 2026Tom's Guide says the SRS-XB100 replaces the Sony SRS-XB13.

Launch price (US)iThe maker's US launch MSRP for the stated configuration, excluding tax. Current store prices and later discounts do not qualify.

$179.954Reviewsoundguys.com/jbl-charge-5-review-53379Read 10 October 2026Spec box and verdict list MSRP $179.95. Tom's Guide gives the same list price at launch. Excludes tax.7Reviewtomsguide.com/reviews/jbl-charge-5Read 10 October 2026Review states a list price of $179.95.

$59.994Press releasesony.mediaroom.com/2021-05-24-Sony-Electronics-Introduces-SRS-XB13-Portable-Wireless-Speaker-with-Punchy-EXTRA-BASS-TM-SoundRead 23 October 2026Sony Electronics Inc., 24 May 2021, San Diego: suggested retail price $59.99. US prices exclude sales tax. The release lists black, blue, taupe, coral pink and powder blue. Powder blue is sold only on Amazon.

Launch price (EU)iThe maker's euro launch price for the stated configuration, including VAT as published. Current store prices and later discounts do not qualify.

€1795Press released21buns5ku92am.cloudfront.net/68766/documents/43902-1609931501-Charge%205-81b618.pdfRead 10 October 2026EMEA release: available from March 2021 for EUR 179. Tax treatment not stated. Trusted Reviews lists a later EU RRP of 167.99 euros, the maker launch figure is stored.

€59.995Reviewglobal.techradar.com/de-de/reviews/im-test-sony-srs-xb13Read 23 October 2026German TechRadar test: the Sony recommended price is 59,99 Euro. The summary paragraph of the same test says 59,90 Euro. Includes VAT. Evidence is for Germany.

MarketsiISO country or region codes where this exact model or variant is sold. A source page's language does not establish availability.

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ColoursiThe maker's own colour names

Black, Blue, Gray, Red, Teal, Camo5Press released21buns5ku92am.cloudfront.net/68766/documents/43902-1609931501-Charge%205-81b618.pdfRead 10 October 2026Launch colours named in the release: Black, Blue, Gray, Red, Teal and Camo. Later colours are not listed here.

Black, Light Blue, Coral Pink, Taupe, Powder Blue, Lemon Yellow6Reviewrtings.com/speaker/reviews/sony/srs-xb13Read 23 October 2026RTINGS lists six colour variants: Black, Light Blue, Coral Pink, Taupe, Powder Blue and Lemon Yellow. iFixit lists the same six. Sony Taiwan lists pink, yellow, blue, cream, black and light blue.

Speaker typeiHome covers speakers made to stay in one place, including smart speakers. A speaker with Wi-Fi or a voice assistant can be of any type.

Portable1Maker product pagejbl.com/CHARGE5-.htmlRead 8 October 2026Maker explicitly identifies the speaker as portable or ultra-portable.

Portable6Reviewrtings.com/speaker/reviews/sony/srs-xb13Read 23 October 2026RTINGS calls it a small, budget-friendly portable speaker.

Audio

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Audio channelsiSound channels reproduced by one speaker. Pairing two speakers for stereo is separate.

Mono4Reviewsoundguys.com/jbl-charge-5-review-53379Read 10 October 2026Review explicitly calls one speaker mono. Wireless stereo requires a second matching speaker.

Mono6Reviewrtings.com/speaker/reviews/sony/srs-xb13Read 23 October 2026Public verdict: the speaker downmixes stereo content to mono and plays stereo only when paired to another unit. One full-range driver cannot reproduce two channels.

Audio driversiPowered audio transducers in one speaker. Passive radiators are counted separately. Circular diameter and rectangular width and height have separate columns. Per-driver power must state continuous or RMS basis and battery or mains operation in the source note.

AJBL Charge 5

Driver type	Count	Diameter (mm)	Rated power per driver (W)
Woofer	1	Not available	30
Tweeter	1	20	10

Source2Maker spec sheet (PDF)jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwd4961329/pdfs/JBL_Charge5_SpecSheet_English.pdfRead 10 October 2026Technical Specifications names one woofer and one circular tweeter, with separate RMS ratings. Racetrack woofer dimensions are an unlabeled tuple, so no width or height is assigned.

BSony SRS-XB13

Driver type	Count	Diameter (mm)
Full-range driver	1	46

Source2Maker product pagesony.jp/active-speaker/products/SRS-XB13/spec.htmlRead 23 October 2026Specification table: one full-range unit, about 46 mm diameter.3Maker product pagesony.com.tw/en/electronics/portable-speakers/srs-xb13/specificationsRead 23 October 2026Diameter of speaker unit (mono speaker): 46 mm.

Passive radiatorsiPassive, unpowered bass radiators. Excludes powered drivers.

21Maker product pagejbl.com/CHARGE5-.htmlRead 8 October 2026Maker description explicitly states dual bass radiators.

12Maker product pagesony.jp/active-speaker/products/SRS-XB13/spec.htmlRead 23 October 2026Specification table: passive radiator units 1.

Rated audio poweriMaker-published total rated continuous audio output. Battery power is used for portable speakers when mains and battery ratings differ. Peak marketing power is separate.

40W1Maker product pagejbl.com/CHARGE5-.htmlRead 8 October 2026General Specifications publishes the total output. Datasheet separately calls the driver component ratings RMS.

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Rated audio power on mainsiTotal rated continuous audio output with external power. Store a separate battery rating when the maker publishes both.

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Audio output power (unspecified rating)iMaker- or reviewer-published audio output power whose continuous or peak rating basis is not stated. This is separate from rated continuous output and explicitly published peak output.

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Peak audio poweriExplicitly published peak audio output. Never substitute for rated continuous output.

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Frequency response lower limit (claimed)iPublished acoustic frequency response limit. Tolerance and operating mode belong in the source note. The Bluetooth transmission range that some spec tables and retailers label Frequency Response, such as A2DP 20 to 20,000 Hz, is not stored.

60Hz2Maker spec sheet (PDF)jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwd4961329/pdfs/JBL_Charge5_SpecSheet_English.pdfRead 10 October 2026Technical Specifications claimed lower limit. Tolerance not published. Not measured bass extension.

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Frequency response upper limit (claimed)iPublished acoustic frequency response limit. Tolerance and operating mode belong in the source note. The Bluetooth transmission range that some spec tables and retailers label Frequency Response, such as A2DP 20 to 20,000 Hz, is not stored.

20kHz2Maker spec sheet (PDF)jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwd4961329/pdfs/JBL_Charge5_SpecSheet_English.pdfRead 10 October 2026Technical Specifications upper limit 20 kHz. Tolerance not published.

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Signal-to-noise ratio (claimed)

80dB2Maker spec sheet (PDF)jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwd4961329/pdfs/JBL_Charge5_SpecSheet_English.pdfRead 10 October 2026Technical Specifications publishes "> 80 dB". Stored as 80, the qualifier is here. Claimed value, not a measurement.

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Adjustable equalizeriUser-adjustable frequency bands. Selecting fixed sound presets alone does not qualify.

Yes4Reviewsoundguys.com/jbl-charge-5-review-53379Read 10 October 2026JBL Portable app section explicitly provides 3-band customizable EQ.

No6Reviewrtings.com/speaker/reviews/sony/srs-xb13Read 23 October 2026Public text: no graphic EQ or presets and no companion app.

Equalizer bandsiNumber of user-adjustable frequency bands. Do not count sound presets.

34Reviewsoundguys.com/jbl-charge-5-review-53379Read 10 October 2026Review describes 3-band customizable EQ in JBL Portable. EQ options depend on speaker firmware and app version. Group playback can reset custom EQ.

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Automatic sound adjustmentiAdjusts audio to placement or playback conditions. Keep the named feature and conditions in the source note.

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Sound modesiNamed playback modes. Battery extension modes are also qualified in battery source notes.

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Wireless stereo pairingiTwo compatible speakers can play separate left and right channels.

Yes1Maker product pagejbl.com/CHARGE5-.htmlRead 8 October 2026Two speakers of the same model form a stereo pair. Cross-model grouping plays the same programme and does not establish stereo pairing.

Yes1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/speaker/srs-xb13/v1/en/print.pdfRead 23 October 2026Stereo Pair needs 2 SRS-XB13 speakers connected over BLUETOOTH. One plays the left channel and the other the right.

Speaker link protocolsiNamed systems for linking compatible speakers, such as PartyBoost, Auracast or Party Connect. Linking support does not establish compatibility across all models.

PartyBoost1Maker product pagejbl.com/CHARGE5-.htmlRead 8 October 2026Maker names PartyBoost. No backward compatibility with the other JBL linking generation is inferred.

Stereo Pair1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/speaker/srs-xb13/v1/en/print.pdfRead 23 October 2026Sony names the Stereo Pair function. No Party Connect is listed for this model.

Max linked speakersiPublished maximum in a speaker group. A stereo pair is recorded separately. A figure such as 100+ is stored as 100.

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21Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/speaker/srs-xb13/v1/en/print.pdfRead 23 October 2026Stereo Pair uses exactly 2 SRS-XB13 speakers.

Max Bluetooth group speakersiPublished maximum speakers in one Bluetooth playback group, including the first speaker. Source notes name the compatible models or families, linking system and firmware requirements. Wi-Fi groups and concurrent Bluetooth source devices are excluded. A stereo pair alone does not establish the maximum when other Bluetooth linking systems are supported. A figure such as 100+ is stored as 100.

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21Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/speaker/srs-xb13/v1/en/print.pdfRead 23 October 2026Stereo Pair uses a BLUETOOTH connection between exactly 2 SRS-XB13 speakers. It is the only linking function in the guide.

Connectivity

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Bluetooth audio playbackiPlays audio streamed over Bluetooth from a phone or other source. Bluetooth used only for setup or app control does not count.

Yes2Maker spec sheet (PDF)jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwd4961329/pdfs/JBL_Charge5_SpecSheet_English.pdfRead 10 October 2026

Yes1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/speaker/srs-xb13/v1/en/print.pdfRead 23 October 2026Help Guide covers listening to music from a BLUETOOTH device over A2DP.

Bluetooth versioniVersion of the Bluetooth radio. Some Wi-Fi speakers use Bluetooth only for setup. See Bluetooth audio playback.

5.12Maker spec sheet (PDF)jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwd4961329/pdfs/JBL_Charge5_SpecSheet_English.pdfRead 10 October 2026Literal Bluetooth version from Technical Specifications. No codec inferred.

4.21Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/speaker/srs-xb13/v1/en/print.pdfRead 23 October 2026About the BLUETOOTH wireless technology: supported version 4.2.2Maker product pagesony.jp/active-speaker/products/SRS-XB13/spec.htmlRead 23 October 2026Specification table: BLUETOOTH standard version 4.2, Power Class 1.3Maker product pagesony.com.tw/en/electronics/portable-speakers/srs-xb13/specificationsRead 23 October 2026Communication system: version 4.2, range 10 m.

Bluetooth codecsiExplicitly supported receive codecs. Bluetooth version alone does not establish codecs.

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SBC, AAC1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/speaker/srs-xb13/v1/en/print.pdfRead 23 October 2026Codec page: SBC and AAC. Priority on stable connection forces SBC. The codec switches to SBC during Stereo Pair.2Maker product pagesony.jp/active-speaker/products/SRS-XB13/spec.htmlRead 23 October 2026Specification table lists SBC and AAC.

Bluetooth profiles

A2DP 1.3, AVRCP 1.62Maker spec sheet (PDF)jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwd4961329/pdfs/JBL_Charge5_SpecSheet_English.pdfRead 10 October 2026Literal profile versions from Technical Specifications.

A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/speaker/srs-xb13/v1/en/print.pdfRead 23 October 2026Supported profiles A2DP, AVRCP, HSP and HFP.2Maker product pagesony.jp/active-speaker/products/SRS-XB13/spec.htmlRead 23 October 2026Specification table lists A2DP, AVRCP, HFP and HSP. The A2DP transmission band of 20 Hz to 20,000 Hz at 44.1 kHz is a Bluetooth range and is not stored as frequency response.

Bluetooth LE AudioiExplicit LE Audio support. Bluetooth LE for app control alone does not qualify.

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AuracastiExplicit Auracast support. Sending, receiving and speaker-group roles belong in source notes.

No4Reviewsoundguys.com/jbl-charge-5-review-53379Read 10 October 2026Review says the Charge 6, Flip 7 and other recent JBL speakers use Auracast and that a Charge 5 cannot link with these. The Charge 5 links through PartyBoost or PartyTogether. Stored false on that basis, the maker does not mention Auracast.

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MultipointiConcurrent Bluetooth source connections. Pairing memory and speaker-to-speaker linking do not qualify.

Yes4Reviewsoundguys.com/jbl-charge-5-review-53379Read 10 October 2026Review explicitly documents concurrent Bluetooth source connections.

No1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/speaker/srs-xb13/v1/en/print.pdfRead 23 October 2026Pairing section: the speaker can be paired with multiple devices, up to 8, but can only play music from one paired device at a time. This is pairing memory, not concurrent connections.

Multipoint source devicesiMaximum concurrently connected Bluetooth source devices, not remembered pairings.

21Maker product pagejbl.com/CHARGE5-.htmlRead 8 October 2026Wireless Bluetooth Streaming explicitly up to two smartphones or tablets connected to speaker, taking turns playing music.

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Bluetooth range (claimed)iMaker-claimed Bluetooth range to the source device. Test conditions belong in the source note.

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10m1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/speaker/srs-xb13/v1/en/print.pdfRead 23 October 2026Maximum communication range of about 10 m (about 32.8 ft).2Maker product pagesony.jp/active-speaker/products/SRS-XB13/spec.htmlRead 23 October 2026Specification table: maximum communication range about 10 m.

Wi-FiiBuilt-in Wi-Fi, for audio streaming, setup or control.

No6Reviewwhathifi.com/reviews/jbl-charge-5Read 10 October 2026Review describes the Charge 5 Wi-Fi as a newer, Wi-Fi enabled version of the Charge 5 that costs extra. The reviewed Charge 5 is the Bluetooth model. The maker spec sheet lists only Bluetooth and the SRD link under Wireless specification.

No6Reviewrtings.com/speaker/reviews/sony/srs-xb13Read 23 October 2026Public header lists Wi-Fi: No.

Wi-Fi standardsiOne 802.11 name per item, such as 802.11ax. A Wi-Fi generation is written as its standard, so Wi-Fi 5 is 802.11ac and Wi-Fi 6 is 802.11ax. Older standards are listed only when a source names them.

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Network audio protocolsiNamed systems that stream audio to the speaker over the home network. AirPlay is written as AirPlay 2. Chromecast built-in is written as Google Cast. Other names follow the maker, such as Spotify Connect.

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USB audio inputiPlayback from a connected computer or phone through USB. Charging, service ports and USB flash-drive playback do not qualify.

No4Reviewsoundguys.com/jbl-charge-5-review-53379Read 10 October 2026FAQ explicitly USB-C only charges speaker. USB-A can charge phone but cannot send music to speaker.

No1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/speaker/srs-xb13/v1/en/print.pdfRead 23 October 2026Parts and controls: the DC IN 5V port (USB Type-C) is not compatible with music playback.

USB drive playbackiPlayback of audio files on a connected USB storage device.

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No1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/speaker/srs-xb13/v1/en/print.pdfRead 23 October 2026The USB Type-C port is a charging port only. No USB storage playback is described.

USB audio file formats

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PortsiPhysical speaker connectors. Record charging, audio input, power output and service roles separately. A shared microphone and guitar jack is one port. A combo jack that takes XLR and 6.35 mm plugs is 6.35 mm audio, and the role names XLR. Optical is a TOSLINK digital audio socket.

AJBL Charge 5

Connector	Count	Role
USB-C	1	Charging input
USB-A	1	Power-bank output

Source3Owner's manualjbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw680ff60e/pdfs/PA_JBL_Charge%205_QSG_Global.pdfRead 10 October 2026QSG charging diagram confirms one USB-C charging connector. QSG POWERBANK diagram confirms separate USB-A output. SoundGuys confirms USB-C is charging-only.

BSony SRS-XB13

Connector	Count	Role
USB-C	1	Charging input (DC IN 5V)

Source1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/speaker/srs-xb13/v1/en/print.pdfRead 23 October 2026Parts and controls lists a DC IN 5V port (USB Type-C) under a cap. No audio input is listed.

Controls and software

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SpeakerphoneiBuilt-in microphone and call support, through a connected phone or a voice assistant's calling. A microphone used only for voice commands does not count. Microphone inputs for karaoke are separate.

No4Reviewsoundguys.com/jbl-charge-5-review-53379Read 10 October 2026Review explicitly states no microphone for phone calls.

Yes1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/speaker/srs-xb13/v1/en/print.pdfRead 23 October 2026Parts list a microphone. The guide describes receiving and making hands-free calls over a BLUETOOTH phone.

Voice assistantsiVoice assistants explicitly usable through the speaker, such as Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, Siri or Sonos Voice Control. State whether a connected phone is required.

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Google Assistant, Siri1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/speaker/srs-xb13/v1/en/print.pdfRead 23 October 2026The guide has voice assist topics for the Google app on Android and for Siri. The assistant runs on the connected phone and is used through the speaker microphone.

Controls

Power, Bluetooth pairing, PartyBoost, Play/pause, Next track (double press), Volume up/down3Owner's manualjbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw680ff60e/pdfs/PA_JBL_Charge%205_QSG_Global.pdfRead 10 October 2026QSG Bluetooth pairing, Play and PartyBoost diagrams show the top panel: PartyBoost, volume down, power, Bluetooth, volume up and play. One press plays or pauses and two presses skip to the next track. Tom's Guide and Trusted Reviews describe the same buttons.4Reviewsoundguys.com/jbl-charge-5-review-53379Read 10 October 2026Review describes backlit power and Bluetooth buttons and raised playback controls.7Reviewtomsguide.com/reviews/jbl-charge-5Read 10 October 2026Top buttons: power, Bluetooth, volume up/down, play (double press for next song) and PartyBoost.

Power, Bluetooth pairing, Stereo Pair, Play/pause and call, Volume up/down1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/speaker/srs-xb13/v1/en/print.pdfRead 23 October 2026Parts and controls: power button, BLUETOOTH button that is also the ST PAIR button, play and call button, and volume minus and plus buttons.

Companion app

JBL Portable1Maker product pagejbl.com/CHARGE5-.htmlRead 8 October 2026Maker explicitly names JBL Portable.

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App platforms

iOS, Android4Reviewsoundguys.com/jbl-charge-5-review-53379Read 10 October 2026FAQ explicitly Android and iOS.

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User firmware updates

Yes3Owner's manualjbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw680ff60e/pdfs/PA_JBL_Charge%205_QSG_Global.pdfRead 10 October 2026APP instruction says use JBL Portable for speaker configuration and software upgrade.

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Built-in lightingiDecorative or ambient lighting. Status, battery, connection and microphone indicator LEDs alone do not qualify.

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Lighting modes

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Smart home

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Matter controlleriCan add and control Matter devices. Being a Matter device alone does not count.

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Thread border routeriConnects Thread smart home devices to the home network.

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Zigbee hubiA built-in Zigbee radio that controls Zigbee smart home devices.

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Battery and charging

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Built-in battery

Yes2Maker spec sheet (PDF)jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwd4961329/pdfs/JBL_Charge5_SpecSheet_English.pdfRead 10 October 2026Technical Specifications explicitly documents the built-in lithium-ion polymer battery.

Yes1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/speaker/srs-xb13/v1/en/print.pdfRead 23 October 2026Charging the speaker topic describes the built-in battery.

Playback time (claimed)iMaximum maker-claimed music playback on one charge in normal playback mode. Battery extension or reduced-bass boost modes belong in battery_life_boost_h. Record volume and lighting conditions in the source note.

20h2Maker spec sheet (PDF)jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwd4961329/pdfs/JBL_Charge5_SpecSheet_English.pdfRead 10 October 2026Technical Specifications up to 20 h, dependent on volume level and audio content. No test volume published.

16h1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/speaker/srs-xb13/v1/en/print.pdfRead 23 October 2026About 16 hours at volume level 26 and about 5 hours at maximum volume level 31, over BLUETOOTH. Measured with a Sony specified music source. Stored the 16 hour figure.2Maker product pagesony.jp/active-speaker/products/SRS-XB13/spec.htmlRead 23 October 2026Specification table: about 16 hours over BLUETOOTH.

Playback with battery extension (claimed)iTotal claimed runtime with the named battery extension mode enabled. Store the total, not only the extra hours. Keep sound and lighting restrictions in the source note.

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Battery energyiPublished battery pack energy. Do not calculate from an assumed voltage.

27Wh2Maker spec sheet (PDF)jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwd4961329/pdfs/JBL_Charge5_SpecSheet_English.pdfRead 10 October 2026Literal published pack energy. No cell voltage assumed.

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Battery capacityiPublished pack capacity at the voltage in battery_voltage_v. Do not substitute power-bank output capacity. A figure written per cell, such as 5000mAh*2, is not a pack capacity unless the maker states the pack figure.

7,500mAh2Maker spec sheet (PDF)jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwd4961329/pdfs/JBL_Charge5_SpecSheet_English.pdfRead 10 October 2026Literal published capacity at the stated nominal pack voltage. Not power-bank output capacity.

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Nominal battery voltage

3.6V2Maker spec sheet (PDF)jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwd4961329/pdfs/JBL_Charge5_SpecSheet_English.pdfRead 10 October 2026Literal nominal pack voltage published alongside Wh and mAh.

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Battery chemistry

Lithium-ion polymer2Maker spec sheet (PDF)jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwd4961329/pdfs/JBL_Charge5_SpecSheet_English.pdfRead 10 October 2026Technical Specifications identifies lithium-ion polymer.

Lithium-ion2Maker product pagesony.jp/active-speaker/products/SRS-XB13/spec.htmlRead 23 October 2026Specification table: lithium-ion battery.

User-replaceable batteryiBattery that the maker documents as replaceable by the user. Service replacement does not qualify.

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Full charge timeiTime from discharged to full under the maker conditions. Adapter rating and simultaneous use belong in source notes.

4h2Maker spec sheet (PDF)jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwd4961329/pdfs/JBL_Charge5_SpecSheet_English.pdfRead 10 October 2026Technical Specifications full charge time. 5 V / 3 A condition.

4.5h1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/speaker/srs-xb13/v1/en/print.pdfRead 23 October 2026About 4 hours 30 minutes from empty to full with a USB AC adaptor that delivers 500 mA or more.2Maker product pagesony.jp/active-speaker/products/SRS-XB13/spec.htmlRead 23 October 2026Specification table: about 4.5 hours, matching the Help Guide.

Quick charge duration

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Playback after quick chargeiClaimed music playback after quick_charge_min of charging. Source conditions apply.

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Charging input ratingiPublished speaker input voltage and current. An adapter rating alone does not establish device input.

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5 V DC2Maker product pagesony.jp/active-speaker/products/SRS-XB13/spec.htmlRead 23 October 2026Specification table: power type DC, 5 V, charged over USB Type-C. Sony states about 3 W operating consumption on AC power, which is not a charging input rating. The Help Guide asks for an adaptor of 500 mA or more.

Max charging inputiPublished maximum charging input. USB audio power requirements and adapter output are separate.

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USB Power Delivery charging

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Charges other devices

Yes1Maker product pagejbl.com/CHARGE5-.htmlRead 8 October 2026Built-in powerbank explicitly charges mobile devices. USB-A output is separate from the USB-C charging input.

No1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/speaker/srs-xb13/v1/en/print.pdfRead 23 October 2026The only USB port is named DC IN 5V. No power output to other devices is described.

Max power-bank outputiPublished power delivered by the speaker to another device. Output voltage and current belong in the source note.

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Wireless chargingiThe speaker battery can be charged wirelessly. Wireless power output to another device is separate.

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Durability

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Dust and water ratingiExact published IP rating. Keep separate ratings, such as IP68 and IP69, as separate entries.

IP671Maker product pagejbl.com/CHARGE5-.htmlRead 8 October 2026Exact published IP rating. QSG specifies 1 m immersion for 30 minutes.

IP671Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/speaker/srs-xb13/v1/en/print.pdfRead 23 October 2026Waterproof specification IPX7 and dustproof specification IP6X with the cap closed. Sony's tables write IP67.2Maker product pagesony.jp/active-speaker/products/SRS-XB13/spec.htmlRead 23 October 2026Specification table: IP67.

Floats

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Drop resistanceiExplicit maker claim or defined drop test. Do not infer from rugged wording.

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Drop test heightiMaker-published tested height. Surface and conditions belong in source notes.

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Carry featuresiPublished handles, straps, carabiners or wheels.

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Strap1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/speaker/srs-xb13/v1/en/print.pdfRead 23 October 2026Using the strap topic: the supplied strap hangs the speaker from a bag or backpack.

Measured

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Playback time (measured)iReviewer-measured playback per charge. Volume, lighting, sound mode, firmware and connection belong in the source note.

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Max sound pressure (measured)iReviewer-measured maximum SPL. Distance, test method and power source belong in source notes.

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Low-frequency extension (measured)iReviewer-measured low-frequency limit. Threshold and test method belong in source notes.

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High-frequency extension (measured)iReviewer-measured high-frequency limit. Threshold and test method belong in source notes.

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Audio latency (measured)iReviewer-measured source-to-speaker latency. Source device, app, codec, firmware and connection belong in source notes. App compensation may affect results.

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Full charge time (measured)iReviewer-measured time from empty to full. Power adapter and method belong in the source note.

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Dimensions and weight

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DimensionsiSpeaker body width, height and depth on explicitly identified axes. Unlabeled tuples do not establish axis meanings. Handle, strap and orientation conditions belong in the source note.

Width223Height96.5Depth94mm(8.8 × 3.8 × 3.7 in)2Maker spec sheet (PDF)jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwd4961329/pdfs/JBL_Charge5_SpecSheet_English.pdfRead 10 October 2026Technical Specifications explicitly labels W x H x D. Literal mm body dimensions. Packaging dimensions excluded.

Width76Height95Depth76mm(3 × 3.7 × 3 in)2Maker product pagesony.jp/active-speaker/products/SRS-XB13/spec.htmlRead 23 October 2026Specification table: about 76 mm diameter by 95 mm height including projecting parts. Stored as width and depth 76 mm.3Maker product pagesony.com.tw/en/electronics/portable-speakers/srs-xb13/specificationsRead 23 October 2026Approx. 76 mm dia. by 95 mm.

WeightiSpeaker mass including its battery. Excludes packaging, charger and removable carry accessories unless the source states otherwise.

960g(2.1 lb)2Maker spec sheet (PDF)jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwd4961329/pdfs/JBL_Charge5_SpecSheet_English.pdfRead 10 October 2026Technical Specifications weight 0.96 kg / 2.11 lbs. The Quick Start Guide spec block states 0.98 kg, see the manual note. The spec sheet value is stored because SoundGuys, What Hi-Fi and Trusted Reviews also list 0.96 kg or 960 g.4Reviewsoundguys.com/jbl-charge-5-review-53379Read 10 October 2026Spec box lists 960 g.6Reviewwhathifi.com/reviews/jbl-charge-5Read 10 October 2026Tech specs box lists 960g.8Reviewtrustedreviews.com/reviews/jbl-charge-5Read 10 October 2026Full specs list 0.96 KG.

253g(8.9 oz)2Maker product pagesony.jp/active-speaker/products/SRS-XB13/spec.htmlRead 23 October 2026Specification table: about 253 g including the battery.3Maker product pagesony.com.tw/en/electronics/portable-speakers/srs-xb13/specificationsRead 23 October 2026Approx. 253 g.

Body materials

Fabric, Silicone, Rubber4Reviewsoundguys.com/jbl-charge-5-review-53379Read 10 October 2026Enclosure is wrapped in tough fabric with silicone bumpers on the sides. Rubber strips on the bottom.7Reviewtomsguide.com/reviews/jbl-charge-5Read 10 October 2026Speaker is wrapped in mesh and has rubber end caps.

Steel mesh grille2Maker product pagesony.jp/active-speaker/products/SRS-XB13/spec.htmlRead 23 October 2026Specification table lists the net (grille) material as steel metal.

Certifications

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FCC IDs

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AK8SRSXB137Regulatory filingfccid.io/AK8SRSXB13Read 23 October 2026FCC grant of 12 November 2020 to Sony Group Corporation for model SRSXB13, Wireless Speaker, 2402 to 2480 MHz. Exhibit names include SRS-XB13 label, photo and test report files. Read in Chrome because fccid.io blocks agents. Not checked on fcc.gov.

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In the box

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In the box

JBL Charge 5, USB Type-C cable, Quick start guide, Warranty card and safety sheet2Maker spec sheet (PDF)jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwd4961329/pdfs/JBL_Charge5_SpecSheet_English.pdfRead 10 October 2026Maker box list. USB Type-C cable included. No power adapter in maker box inventory.

Speaker, USB Type-C cable, Strap1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/speaker/srs-xb13/v1/en/print.pdfRead 23 October 2026Parts list the strap and the supplied USB Type-C cable.2Maker product pagesony.jp/active-speaker/products/SRS-XB13/spec.htmlRead 23 October 2026Accessories: USB Type-C cable, strap, warranty card and manual. Warranty card and manual are not stored.

Links

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Product page

www.jbl.com/CHARGE5-.html1Maker product pagejbl.com/CHARGE5-.htmlRead 8 October 2026Exact model product page. Hardware details refer to this generation, not a Wi-Fi sibling or earlier model.

www.sony.jp/active-speaker/products/SRS-XB132Maker product pagesony.jp/active-speaker/products/SRS-XB13/spec.htmlRead 23 October 2026Sony Japan product page for the SRS-XB13. Sony US and UK pages for this model are gone.

Spec sheet

www.jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwd4961329/pdfs/JBL_Charge5_SpecSheet_English.pdf2Maker spec sheet (PDF)jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwd4961329/pdfs/JBL_Charge5_SpecSheet_English.pdfRead 10 October 2026Maker English spec sheet, both pages opened. Technical Specifications and Features and Benefits checked.

www.sony.com.tw/en/electronics/portable-speakers/srs-xb13/specifications3Maker product pagesony.com.tw/en/electronics/portable-speakers/srs-xb13/specificationsRead 23 October 2026Sony Taiwan English full specification page. It lists speaker unit, size, weight, Bluetooth, battery life and colours. Read in Chrome because sony.com sites block agents.

Manual

www.jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw680ff60e/pdfs/PA_JBL_Charge%205_QSG_Global.pdf3Owner's manualjbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw680ff60e/pdfs/PA_JBL_Charge%205_QSG_Global.pdfRead 10 October 2026Exact generation maker Quick Start Guide. English instructions and technical-specification block opened. The QSG spec block lists 0.98 kg and the maker spec sheet lists 0.96 kg. See the weight_g note on the spec sheet.

helpguide.sony.net/speaker/srs-xb13/v1/en/print.pdf1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/speaker/srs-xb13/v1/en/print.pdfRead 23 October 2026Sony English Help Guide for SRS-XB13, print PDF of 65 pages, copyright 2021. It has no Specifications topic, so the specification values come from Sony's spec tables.

EPREL registration numberiId in the EU energy label database. Each size or model of a series has its own id, so it is per variant.

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Warranty

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Manufacturer warranty (source market)iThe maker's warranty period for the exact SKU or configuration and market named in the source note. It applies only to that stated market, not every regional variant. Statutory consumer rights are excluded. The base term is stored. An extension that needs registration goes in the source note.

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1year8Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B08ZJ6DQNYRead 23 October 2026Warranty description on the Amazon US listings: 1 year. US region. The listings' other technical rows, such as 13 watts and 2 channels, conflict with Sony's tables and are not used.

Both are also in the API. Back to all wireless speakers.