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Sony SRS-XB13 vs soundcore 2
Product A: Sony
47 of 96 known
Product B: soundcore
41 of 96 known
38 of 87 fields differ
- 18 different values
- 20 known for one only
- 10 the same
- 39 missing for both
Biggest differences
Each bar uses the scale of all 82 wireless speakers.
- Playback time (claimed)A: 16hB: 24hsoundcore is 8 h higher.
- Charging timeLower is betterA: 4.5hB: 3hsoundcore is 1.5 h lower.
Size, drawn to scale
Front and side.
- ASony: 76 × 95 mm
- Bsoundcore: 165 × 54 mm
Weight
0 to 25,000 g
All 96 fields
Every value links to where we found it.


General
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Series
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Model numbers
GTIN / EAN
Announced
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Status
Predecessor
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Successor
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.
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Launch price (EU)
Colours
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 type
Audio
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Audio channels
Audio drivers
ASony 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.
Bsoundcore 2
| Driver type | Count |
|---|---|
| Full-range driver | 2 |
Passive radiators
Rated audio power
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Rated audio power on mains
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Audio output power (unspecified rating)
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Peak audio power
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Frequency response lower limit (claimed)
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Frequency response upper limit (claimed)
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Signal-to-noise ratio (claimed)
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Adjustable equalizer
Equalizer bands
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Automatic sound adjustment
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Sound modes
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Wireless stereo pairing
Yes1Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000004369/en_US/000004369.pdfRead 21 October 2026Manual describes True Wireless Stereo pairing of two SoundCore 2 speakers with separate left and right channels. Support says an old and a new revision cannot be paired with each other.12Maker product pageservice.soundcore.com/article-description/The-Main-Differences-Between-Soundcore-2-and-Soundcore-3-SpeakerRead 21 October 2026Maker support article says Soundcore 2 supports TWS and can pair with 2 speakers. Old and new versions cannot be paired with each other.
Speaker link protocols
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Max linked speakers
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Connectivity
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Bluetooth audio playback
Bluetooth version
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.
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Bluetooth codecs
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.
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Bluetooth profiles
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.
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Bluetooth LE Audio
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Auracast
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Multipoint source devices
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Bluetooth range (claimed)
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi standards
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Network audio protocols
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USB audio input
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USB drive playback
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USB audio file formats
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Ports
ASony SRS-XB13
| Connector | Count | Role |
|---|---|---|
| USB-C | 1 | Charging input (DC IN 5V) |
Bsoundcore 2
| Connector | Count | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 3.5 mm audio | 1 | AUX audio input |
Source1Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000004369/en_US/000004369.pdfRead 21 October 2026AUX section says Connect via AUX and that the SoundLine AUX cable is sold separately. The manual does not name the connector size. TechRadar, SoundGuys and the maker's support article name an aux input, and TechRadar and SoundGuys call it 3.5 mm. The charging port is not stored. It is micro USB on the original units. Amazon US reviews from 2026 describe a newer unit with a USB-C port.7Spec databasesoundguys.com/product/anker-soundcore-anker-2Read 21 October 2026Specs list Connection Type Bluetooth and wired-aux-3.5mm, and Charging Method Micro-USB.8Reviewtechradar.com/reviews/anker-soundcore-2Read 21 October 2026Review says a water resistant flap on the side protects the microUSB charging port and the 3.5mm aux port.12Maker product pageservice.soundcore.com/article-description/The-Main-Differences-Between-Soundcore-2-and-Soundcore-3-SpeakerRead 21 October 2026Maker support article says Soundcore 2 has a Micro-USB port and an AUX-in port, and Soundcore 3 has USB-C. It also says Soundcore 2 has no app support. Amazon US reviews describe a newer unit with USB-C, so only the AUX input is stored.
Controls and software
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Speakerphone
Voice assistants
Siri, Google Assistant1Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000004369/en_US/000004369.pdfRead 21 October 2026Controls table says press and hold for 1 second activates Siri or other voice control software. This runs through the connected phone. Google Assistant is named by What Hi-Fi.5Reviewwhathifi.com/reviews/anker-soundcore-2Read 13 October 2026Review of 10 May 2019 says the built-in microphone talks to Siri, Google Assistant or makes hands-free calls.
Controls
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.
Power, Bluetooth pairing, Play/pause, Next track, Volume up/down, Answer/end call, Voice assistant1Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000004369/en_US/000004369.pdfRead 21 October 2026Controls table: press for play/pause, double press for skip forward, press for volume up/down, call handling and voice assistant. Power and Bluetooth pairing buttons are in the pairing and power sections.
Companion app
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App platforms
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User firmware updates
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Built-in lighting
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Lighting modes
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Smart home
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Matter controller
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Thread border router
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Zigbee hub
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Battery and charging
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Built-in battery
Playback time (claimed)
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)
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Battery energy
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Nominal battery voltage
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Battery chemistry
User-replaceable battery
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Full charge time
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 charge
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Charging input rating
USB Power Delivery charging
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Charges other devices
Max power-bank output
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Wireless charging
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Durability
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Dust and water rating
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 resistance
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Drop test height
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Measured
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Max sound pressure (measured)
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Low-frequency extension (measured)
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High-frequency extension (measured)
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Audio latency (measured)
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Full charge time (measured)
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Dimensions and weight
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Dimensions
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.
Width165Height54Depth45mm(6.5 × 2.1 × 1.8 in)4Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B01MTB55WHRead 21 October 2026Measurements say Item Dimensions D x W x H 1.77 in x 6.5 in x 2.13 in. This matches SoundGuys at 45 x 165 x 54 mm. The manual lists 168 x 47 x 56 mm without axis labels, so it is not used for the axes.7Spec databasesoundguys.com/product/anker-soundcore-anker-2Read 21 October 2026Specs list Dimensions Width 165 mm, Height 54 mm, Depth 45 mm. The same page lists Weight 400 g, which differs from the maker's 414 g and is not used.8Reviewtechradar.com/reviews/anker-soundcore-2Read 21 October 2026Review of the 2017 launch unit says it measures 165mm x 54mm x 45mm.
Weight
Body materials
Plastic, Rubber coating, Metal grille4Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B01MTB55WHRead 21 October 2026Additional details say Enclosure Material Plastic.8Reviewtechradar.com/reviews/anker-soundcore-2Read 21 October 2026Review says the body is coated in grippy matte black rubber and the front has a black metal grille that hides two 6-watt drivers.
Certifications
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FCC IDs
2AOKB-A3105, 2AOKB-A3105C10Regulatory filingfccid.io/2AOKBA3105Read 21 October 2026FCC ID 2AOKB-A3105, SoundCore 2, Anker Innovations Limited, grantee code 2AOKB and product code A3105. Mirror of the FCC database. Latest application 2023-08-24 for 2402 to 2480 MHz.11Regulatory filingfccid.io/2AOKBA3105CRead 21 October 2026FCC ID 2AOKB-A3105C, SoundCore 2, Anker Innovations Limited, original equipment grant 2025-09-29. It is the filing for the newer revision, which the Quick Start Guide V2 marks with a C as the 7th digit of the serial number.
Other certifications
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EU Declaration of Conformity (Radio Equipment Directive 2014/53/EU), EU RoHS Directive 2011/65/EU1Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000004369/en_US/000004369.pdfRead 21 October 2026EU declaration on the manual says Anker Innovations Limited declares that radio equipment type A3105 is in compliance with Directive 2014/53/EU.2Owner's manuallp.ankerjapan.com/hubfs/aoos/manual/A3105QSG.pdfRead 21 October 2026Quick Start Guide V2 says Anker Innovations Limited declares that this product is in compliance with Directives 2014/53/EU and 2011/65/EU and amendment (EU) 2015/863.
In the box
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In the box
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
Spec sheet
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.
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Manual
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 number
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Warranty
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Manufacturer warranty (source market)
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