JBL Authentics 500 vs JBL PartyBox 130
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| Feature |  JBL Authentics 500 |  JBL PartyBox 130 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | KSh 70,000.00 | KSh 66,000.00 |
| Battery | N/A - mains-powered | Up to 15 Hours Playtime |
| Weight | 7.8 kg | 11.3kg |
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General
| Specification | JBL Authentics 500 | JBL PartyBox 130 |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | JBL | JBL |
| Model | Authentics 500 | PartyBox 130 |
| Type | Smart Speaker | Portable Party Speaker |
| Color | Black | Black | White |
Design
| Specification | JBL Authentics 500 | JBL PartyBox 130 |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | 447 x 240 x 255.7 mm (W x H x D) | 29.84 × 57.5 × 30.3cm |
| Weight | 7.8 kg | 11.3kg |
Battery & Charging
| Specification | JBL Authentics 500 | JBL PartyBox 130 |
|---|---|---|
| Battery | N/A - mains-powered | Up to 15 Hours Playtime |
Connectivity
| Specification | JBL Authentics 500 | JBL PartyBox 130 |
|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.3 | Bluetooth 6.0 | A2DP 1.4 | AVRCP 1.6 |
| Bluetooth Profiles / Codecs | A2DP 1.3.2; AVRCP 1.5 | — |
| Wi-Fi | IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax (2.4 GHz/5 GHz) | N/A — Bluetooth-only portable speaker |
| Wired Inputs | 1 audio-in; Ethernet; USB Type-C | USB-C | Optical | 3.5mm AUX | Mic-In | Guitar-In |
| USB | USB Type-C; 5 V, 1 A; USB playback available in US version, service only in other versions | — |
| Multi-Speaker / Stereo Pairing | Multi-room playback via Google Home or Amazon Alexa apps; stereo pairing supported | — |
| App Support | JBL One app; Google Home app; Amazon Alexa app | JBL One App | Sound & Lightshow Control |
| HDMI | — | N/A — portable speaker design |
Features
| Specification | JBL Authentics 500 | JBL PartyBox 130 |
|---|---|---|
| Voice Assistant | Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa simultaneously; availability varies by country and language | N/A — no built-in voice assistant |
| Party Features | N/A - not a party-speaker product | — |
| Home Cinema Features | N/A - no HDMI or home-cinema function specified | N/A — not a home-cinema speaker |
| Special Features | Dolby Atmos Music; simultaneous Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa; automatic self-tuning; multi-room playback; recycled materials | — |
| Lightshow | — | Dynamic Lightshow | Strobe Effects | Beat-Synced Lighting |
Audio
| Specification | JBL Authentics 500 | JBL PartyBox 130 |
|---|---|---|
| Speaker Configuration | 3.1-channel smart speaker with virtual Dolby Atmos Music | — |
| Drivers | 3 x 25 mm aluminum dome tweeters; 3 x 2.75-inch midrange woofers; 1 x 6.5-inch down-firing subwoofer | 2 × 5.25" Woofers | 2 × 1" Silk Dome Tweeters |
| Frequency Response | 40 Hz-20 kHz (-6 dB) | 40Hz–20kHz (-6dB) |
| Total Power Output | 270 W max @ THD 1% | 200W RMS | >80dB Signal-to-Noise Ratio |
| Audio Channels | 3.1 | — |
| Sound Modes / EQ | JBL One app EQ; on-speaker volume, bass, and treble controls; automatic self-tuning | — |
| Audio Features | Dolby Atmos Music; patented SlipStream bass port; AirPlay; Chromecast built-in; Spotify Connect; Alexa Multi-Room Music | — |
Power & Battery
| Specification | JBL Authentics 500 | JBL PartyBox 130 |
|---|---|---|
| Power Source | AC mains, 100-240 V, 50-60 Hz | 100–240V | 50/60Hz |
| Battery Life | N/A - mains-powered | — |
| Charging Time | N/A - mains-powered | — |
| Fast Charging | N/A - mains-powered | — |
| Charging Port | N/A - mains-powered | Approx. 3 Hours | JBL BATTERY200 Li-ion Battery |
| Power Consumption | Networked standby power: less than 2.0 W | — |
Design & Controls
| Specification | JBL Authentics 500 | JBL PartyBox 130 |
|---|---|---|
| Controls | On-speaker volume, bass, treble, and input controls; JBL One app | — |
| Materials | Premium aluminum frame; leather-like enclosure; Quadrex grille; 100% recycled fabric; 85% recycled plastics; 50% aluminum | — |
| Placement / Mounting | Free-standing home speaker; automatic self-tuning | Free-standing portable placement |
| Water & Dust Resistance | — | IPX4 Splashproof | Spill & Splash Resistant |
What's in the Box
| Specification | JBL Authentics 500 | JBL PartyBox 130 |
|---|---|---|
| Speaker / Soundbar | 1 x JBL Authentics 500 | PartyBox 130 |
| Subwoofer | N/A - no separate subwoofer supplied | N/A — no subwoofer supplied |
| Remote Control | N/A - no remote control supplied | N/A — no remote control supplied |
| Power Cable | Power cable | USB charging cable |
| Audio / HDMI Cable | N/A | N/A |
| Mounting Accessories | N/A | N/A — portable design |
| Other Accessories | N/A | N/A |
| Documentation | Quick start guide; Safety sheet; Warranty card | Quick Start Guide and safety documentation |
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