JBL Xtreme 4 vs JBL PartyBox Encore Essential
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| Feature |  JBL Xtreme 4 |  JBL PartyBox Encore Essential |
|---|---|---|
| Price | KSh 35,000.00 | KSh 36,000.00 |
| Battery | 68 Wh Li-ion polymer (replaceable), up to 24 hours + 6 hours Playtime Boost | 4800mAh |
| Weight | 2.1 kg | 5.9 kg |
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General
| Specification | JBL Xtreme 4 | JBL PartyBox Encore Essential |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | JBL | JBL |
| Model | Xtreme 4 | PartyBox Encore Essential |
| Announced | Released: 2024 | — |
| Type | Portable Bluetooth Speaker | Portable Party Speaker |
| Color | Black, Blue, Camo | — |
Design
| Specification | JBL Xtreme 4 | JBL PartyBox Encore Essential |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | 29.7 × 14.9 × 14.1 cm | 27.6 x 32.7 x 29.3 cm |
| Weight | 2.1 kg | 5.9 kg |
Battery & Charging
| Specification | JBL Xtreme 4 | JBL PartyBox Encore Essential |
|---|---|---|
| Battery | 68 Wh Li-ion polymer (replaceable), up to 24 hours + 6 hours Playtime Boost | 4800mAh |
Connectivity
| Specification | JBL Xtreme 4 | JBL PartyBox Encore Essential |
|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | 5.3 with Auracast and multipoint | Bluetooth 5.1 |
| Wi-Fi | N/A — Bluetooth-only portable speaker | N/A — Bluetooth-only portable speaker |
| HDMI | N/A — portable speaker design | N/A — portable speaker design |
| Microphone / Guitar Inputs | N/A — no microphone or guitar input | 1 x 6.3mm Wired Mic Input |
| Wired Inputs | — | USB Type-A, 3.5mm AUX |
| USB | — | Bluetooth 5.1, USB Type-A, 3.5mm AUX |
| Multi-Speaker / Stereo Pairing | — | Link two Encore Essential speakers together wirelessly using True Wireless Stereo (TWS) technology for a massive, true stereo soundstage. |
| App Support | — | JBL PartyBox App (Custom EQ & Lights) |
Features
| Specification | JBL Xtreme 4 | JBL PartyBox Encore Essential |
|---|---|---|
| Voice Assistant | N/A — no built-in voice assistant | N/A — no built-in voice assistant |
| Lightshow | N/A — no party lightshow | Built-in RGB ring lights and strobes flash perfectly in time with your music, setting the ultimate party vibe automatically. |
| Party Features | N/A — not a party-speaker product | — |
| Home Cinema Features | N/A — not a home-cinema speaker | N/A — not a home-cinema speaker |
| Special Features | Detachable shoulder strap, recycled plastic and fabric | — |
Audio
| Specification | JBL Xtreme 4 | JBL PartyBox Encore Essential |
|---|---|---|
| Drivers | 2 × 70mm woofers, 2 × 20mm tweeters, dual passive radiators | 1 x 5.25" Woofer, 2 x 1.75" Tweeters |
| Frequency Response | 44 Hz – 20 kHz | 50 Hz - 20 kHz |
| Total Power Output | 2 × 30W RMS woofers + 2 × 20W RMS tweeters (AC) | 100W RMS |
| Audio Features | AI Sound Boost, JBL Portable app with EQ | — |
Power & Battery
| Specification | JBL Xtreme 4 | JBL PartyBox Encore Essential |
|---|---|---|
| Power Source | Rechargeable battery / USB charging | Rechargeable battery / USB charging |
| Battery Life | Up to 24 hours (up to 30 hours with Playtime Boost) | Up to 6 Hours |
| Charging Time | Approximately 3.5 hours | 3.5 Hours |
| Charging Port | Approx. 3.5 hours; fast charge support; USB-C power bank | — |
Design & Controls
| Specification | JBL Xtreme 4 | JBL PartyBox Encore Essential |
|---|---|---|
| Water & Dust Resistance | IP67 | IPX4 (Splashproof) |
| Materials | Rugged fabric and rubber, recycled materials, IP67 waterproof and dustproof | — |
| Placement / Mounting | Free-standing portable placement | Free-standing portable placement |
What's in the Box
| Specification | JBL Xtreme 4 | JBL PartyBox Encore Essential |
|---|---|---|
| Speaker / Soundbar | Xtreme 4 | PartyBox Encore Essential |
| Subwoofer | N/A — no subwoofer supplied | N/A — no subwoofer supplied |
| Remote Control | N/A — no remote control supplied | N/A — no remote control supplied |
| Power Cable | USB charging cable | USB charging cable |
| Audio / HDMI Cable | N/A | N/A |
| Mounting Accessories | N/A — portable design | N/A — portable design |
| Other Accessories | Speaker, shoulder strap, quick start guide, warranty/safety sheet | N/A |
| Documentation | Quick Start Guide and safety documentation | Quick Start Guide and safety documentation |
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