JBL PartyBox 710 vs JBL Authentics 500
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| Feature |  JBL PartyBox 710 |  JBL Authentics 500 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | KSh 85,000.00 | KSh 70,000.00 |
| Battery | N/A - AC-powered | N/A - mains-powered |
| Weight | 27.8 kg | 7.8 kg |
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General
| Specification | JBL PartyBox 710 | JBL Authentics 500 |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | JBL | JBL |
| Model | PartyBox 710 | Authentics 500 |
| Type | Party Speaker | Smart Speaker |
| Color | Black | Black |
Design
| Specification | JBL PartyBox 710 | JBL Authentics 500 |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | 399 x 905 x 436 mm (W x H x D) | 447 x 240 x 255.7 mm (W x H x D) |
| Weight | 27.8 kg | 7.8 kg |
Battery & Charging
| Specification | JBL PartyBox 710 | JBL Authentics 500 |
|---|---|---|
| Battery | N/A - AC-powered | N/A - mains-powered |
Connectivity
| Specification | JBL PartyBox 710 | JBL Authentics 500 |
|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.1 | Bluetooth 5.3 |
| Bluetooth Profiles / Codecs | A2DP v1.3; AVRCP v1.6 | A2DP 1.3.2; AVRCP 1.5 |
| Wired Inputs | 2 x microphone inputs; 1 x guitar input | 1 audio-in; Ethernet; USB Type-C |
| USB | USB port; 5 V/2.1 A charge out (max); FAT16/FAT32 media support | USB Type-C; 5 V, 1 A; USB playback available in US version, service only in other versions |
| Microphone / Guitar Inputs | 2 x microphone inputs; 1 x guitar input | — |
| Multi-Speaker / Stereo Pairing | True Wireless Stereo (TWS); pair two PartyBox 710 speakers wirelessly or by cable | 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 |
| Wi-Fi | — | IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax (2.4 GHz/5 GHz) |
Features
| Specification | JBL PartyBox 710 | JBL Authentics 500 |
|---|---|---|
| Lightshow | Yes; dynamic, colorful, customizable lightshow | — |
| Party Features | True Wireless Stereo; Bass Boost; JBL PartyBox app; customizable lightshow; karaoke with microphone and guitar inputs | 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 | JBL Original Pro Sound; built-in lightshow; Bass Boost; True Wireless Stereo; splashproof design | Dolby Atmos Music; simultaneous Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa; automatic self-tuning; multi-room playback; recycled materials |
| Voice Assistant | — | Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa simultaneously; availability varies by country and language |
Audio
| Specification | JBL PartyBox 710 | JBL Authentics 500 |
|---|---|---|
| Speaker Configuration | 2-way party speaker | 3.1-channel smart speaker with virtual Dolby Atmos Music |
| Drivers | 2 x 8-inch woofers; 2 x 2.75-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 | 35 Hz-20 kHz (-6 dB) | 40 Hz-20 kHz (-6 dB) |
| Total Power Output | 800 W RMS (IEC 60268) | 270 W max @ THD 1% |
| Sound Modes / EQ | Bass Boost; karaoke EQ tuning; JBL PartyBox app sound controls | JBL One app EQ; on-speaker volume, bass, and treble controls; automatic self-tuning |
| Audio Features | JBL Original Pro Sound; tuned bass reflex port; Bass Boost; built-in lightshow | Dolby Atmos Music; patented SlipStream bass port; AirPlay; Chromecast built-in; Spotify Connect; Alexa Multi-Room Music |
| Audio Channels | — | 3.1 |
Power & Battery
| Specification | JBL PartyBox 710 | JBL Authentics 500 |
|---|---|---|
| Power Source | AC mains, 100-240 VAC, 50-60 Hz | AC mains, 100-240 V, 50-60 Hz |
| Battery Life | N/A - AC-powered | N/A - mains-powered |
| Charging Time | N/A - AC-powered | N/A - mains-powered |
| Fast Charging | N/A - AC-powered | N/A - mains-powered |
| Charging Port | N/A - AC-powered | N/A - mains-powered |
| Power Consumption | — | Networked standby power: less than 2.0 W |
Design & Controls
| Specification | JBL PartyBox 710 | JBL Authentics 500 |
|---|---|---|
| Controls | Top-panel controls; JBL PartyBox app; handle and wheels | On-speaker volume, bass, treble, and input controls; JBL One app |
| Water & Dust Resistance | IPX4 splashproof | — |
| Placement / Mounting | Portable floor speaker; easy-grip 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 710 | JBL Authentics 500 |
|---|---|---|
| Speaker / Soundbar | 1 x JBL Party Speaker 710 | 1 x JBL Authentics 500 |
| Subwoofer | N/A | N/A - no separate subwoofer supplied |
| Remote Control | N/A | N/A - no remote control supplied |
| Power Cable | 1 x right-angle AC power cord (AC plug varies by region) | Power cable |
| Audio / HDMI Cable | N/A | N/A |
| Mounting Accessories | N/A | N/A |
| Other Accessories | N/A | N/A |
| Documentation | Quick-Start Guide; Warranty Card; Safety Sheet | Quick start guide; Safety sheet; Warranty card |
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