JBL PartyBox 310 vs JBL Authentics 500
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| Feature |  JBL PartyBox 310 |  JBL Authentics 500 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | KSh 65,000.00 | KSh 70,000.00 |
| Battery | 72Wh lithium-ion battery | N/A - mains-powered |
| Weight | 17.42kg | 7.8 kg |
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General
| Specification | JBL PartyBox 310 | JBL Authentics 500 |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | JBL | JBL |
| Model | PartyBox 310 | Authentics 500 |
| Announced | September 2, 2020 | — |
| Type | Portable Party Speaker | Smart Speaker |
| Color | Black | Black |
Design
| Specification | JBL PartyBox 310 | JBL Authentics 500 |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | 325.6 × 687.7 × 367.8mm | 447 x 240 x 255.7 mm (W x H x D) |
| Weight | 17.42kg | 7.8 kg |
Battery & Charging
| Specification | JBL PartyBox 310 | JBL Authentics 500 |
|---|---|---|
| Battery | 72Wh lithium-ion battery | N/A - mains-powered |
Connectivity
| Specification | JBL PartyBox 310 | JBL Authentics 500 |
|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.1 | Bluetooth 5.3 |
| Bluetooth Range | Approximately 10m | — |
| Wi-Fi | N/A — Bluetooth-only party speaker | IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax (2.4 GHz/5 GHz) |
| Wired Inputs | 3.5mm AUX input and AUX output | 1 audio-in; Ethernet; USB Type-C |
| HDMI | N/A — party speaker design | — |
| USB | USB-A playback and 5V / 2.1A charging output; FAT16/FAT32; MP3, WMA and WAV | USB Type-C; 5 V, 1 A; USB playback available in US version, service only in other versions |
| Microphone / Guitar Inputs | 1 × microphone input + 1 × microphone/guitar input with gain controls | — |
| Multi-Speaker / Stereo Pairing | True Wireless Stereo / Party mode with compatible JBL PartyBox models | Multi-room playback via Google Home or Amazon Alexa apps; stereo pairing supported |
| App Support | JBL PartyBox app | JBL One app; Google Home app; Amazon Alexa app |
| Bluetooth Profiles / Codecs | — | A2DP 1.3.2; AVRCP 1.5 |
Features
| Specification | JBL PartyBox 310 | JBL Authentics 500 |
|---|---|---|
| Voice Assistant | N/A — no built-in voice assistant | Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa simultaneously; availability varies by country and language |
| Lightshow | Yes — dynamic customizable lightshow | — |
| Party Features | Microphone and guitar inputs, karaoke controls, DJ sound effects, TWS/Party linking | N/A - not a party-speaker product |
| Home Cinema Features | N/A — not a home-cinema product | N/A - no HDMI or home-cinema function specified |
| Special Features | Telescopic handle, wheels and device charging output | Dolby Atmos Music; simultaneous Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa; automatic self-tuning; multi-room playback; recycled materials |
Audio
| Specification | JBL PartyBox 310 | JBL Authentics 500 |
|---|---|---|
| Speaker Configuration | Two-way stereo portable party speaker with bass reflex enclosure | 3.1-channel smart speaker with virtual Dolby Atmos Music |
| Drivers | 2 × 6.5-inch woofers + 2 × 2.5-inch tweeters | 3 x 25 mm aluminum dome tweeters; 3 x 2.75-inch midrange woofers; 1 x 6.5-inch down-firing subwoofer |
| Frequency Response | 45Hz–20kHz (-6dB) | 40 Hz-20 kHz (-6 dB) |
| Total Power Output | 240W RMS on AC; 140W on battery/DC | 270 W max @ THD 1% |
| Signal-to-Noise Ratio | >80dBA | — |
| Audio Channels | Stereo | 3.1 |
| Sound Modes / EQ | Bass Boost and EQ control in JBL PartyBox app | JBL One app EQ; on-speaker volume, bass, and treble controls; automatic self-tuning |
| Audio Features | JBL Pro Sound; karaoke processing; bass reflex ports | Dolby Atmos Music; patented SlipStream bass port; AirPlay; Chromecast built-in; Spotify Connect; Alexa Multi-Room Music |
Power & Battery
| Specification | JBL PartyBox 310 | JBL Authentics 500 |
|---|---|---|
| Power Source | Rechargeable battery / 100–240V AC mains / 12V DC | AC mains, 100-240 V, 50-60 Hz |
| Battery Life | Up to 18 hours; varies with volume, lighting and content | N/A - mains-powered |
| Charging Time | Less than 3.5 hours | N/A - mains-powered |
| Charging Port | AC mains inlet; 12V DC input | N/A - mains-powered |
| Power Consumption | Standby: | Networked standby power: less than 2.0 W |
| Fast Charging | — | N/A - mains-powered |
Design & Controls
| Specification | JBL PartyBox 310 | JBL Authentics 500 |
|---|---|---|
| Controls | Top-panel playback, volume, Bass Boost, lighting and karaoke controls | On-speaker volume, bass, treble, and input controls; JBL One app |
| Water & Dust Resistance | IPX4 | — |
| Placement / Mounting | Free-standing floor placement; telescopic handle and wheels | Free-standing home speaker; automatic self-tuning |
| Materials | — | Premium aluminum frame; leather-like enclosure; Quadrex grille; 100% recycled fabric; 85% recycled plastics; 50% aluminum |
What's in the Box
| Specification | JBL PartyBox 310 | JBL Authentics 500 |
|---|---|---|
| Speaker / Soundbar | JBL PartyBox 310 | 1 x JBL Authentics 500 |
| Subwoofer | N/A — no separate subwoofer supplied | N/A - no separate subwoofer supplied |
| Remote Control | N/A — no remote control supplied | N/A - no remote control supplied |
| Power Cable | AC power cord (plug varies by region) | Power cable |
| Audio / HDMI Cable | N/A | N/A |
| Mounting Accessories | N/A — portable design | N/A |
| Other Accessories | N/A | N/A |
| Documentation | Quick Start Guide, warranty card and safety sheet | Quick start guide; Safety sheet; Warranty card |
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