JBL Charge 5
The JBL Charge 5 is a rugged portable Bluetooth speaker delivering powerful JBL Pro Sound with deep bass and crisp audio. With up to 20 hours of battery life and an IP67 waterproof design, it’s perfect for outdoor adventures. It also features a built-in power bank to keep your devices charged on the go.
JBL Charge 5 Highlights
- 40W rated output
- 7,500 mAh battery
- IP67 dust and water resistance
- 90 mm drivers
- Bluetooth 5.1 wireless connection
- 27 Wh battery capacity
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| Specification | JBL Charge 5 | JBL Flip Essential 2 | Soundcore Glow 30W | Soundcore Boom 2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brand | JBL | JBL | Soundcore | Soundcore |
| Model | Charge 5 | Flip Essential 2 | Glow 30W | A3138012 |
| Type | Portable Bluetooth Speaker | Portable Bluetooth Speaker | Portable Bluetooth Speaker | Portable Bluetooth Speaker |
| Announced | Not specified | Not specified | Not specified | 2024 |
| Color | Not specified | Not specified | Not specified | Black |
Audio
| Specification | JBL Charge 5 | JBL Flip Essential 2 | Soundcore Glow 30W | Soundcore Boom 2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Speaker Configuration | Woofer, tweeter and dual passive radiators | Single racetrack driver | Single full-range driver | 2.1-channel driver arrangement; one woofer and two tweeters |
| Drivers | 52 × 90 mm woofer; 20 mm tweeter | 44 × 80 mm driver | 2.5-inch full-range driver | Built-in woofer and two tweeters |
| Frequency Response | 60 Hz–20 kHz | 65 Hz–20 kHz | Not specified | Not specified |
| Total Power Output | 40 W RMS (30 W woofer; 10 W tweeter) | 20 W RMS | 30 W | 60W standard; up to 80W in BassUp 2.0 mode |
| Signal-to-Noise Ratio | >80 dB | >80 dB | Not specified | Not specified |
| Sound Modes / EQ | Not specified | Not specified | Signature, Voice, Balance and custom EQ | BassUp 2.0; custom equaliser in soundcore app |
| Audio Channels | Not specified | Not specified | Not specified | 2.1-channel driver arrangement; TWS left/right stereo with two identical new-version speakers |
| Audio Features | Not specified | Not specified | Not specified | BassUp 2.0; built-in microphone |
Connectivity
| Specification | JBL Charge 5 | JBL Flip Essential 2 | Soundcore Glow 30W | Soundcore Boom 2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | 5.1 | 5.1 | 5.3 | Not specified |
| Bluetooth Profiles / Codecs | A2DP 1.3; AVRCP 1.6 | A2DP 1.3; AVRCP 1.6 | Not specified | Earlier revision SBC; upgraded official support lists SBC and MPEG-2 AAC LC |
| Wi-Fi | Bluetooth-only portable speaker | Bluetooth-only portable speaker | Bluetooth-only portable speaker | No Wi-Fi audio feature specified |
| HDMI | Portable speaker design | Portable speaker design | Portable speaker design | Not specified |
| USB | USB-C charging; 5 V / 2 A power-bank output | USB-C charging | USB-C charging | USB-C charging; up to 5W connected-device charging |
| Microphone / Guitar Inputs | No microphone or guitar input | No microphone or guitar input | No microphone or guitar input | Built-in microphone |
| Multi-Speaker / Stereo Pairing | JBL PartyBoost stereo or multi-speaker pairing | Not specified | TWS; PartyCast with up to 100 speakers | TWS with two identical compatible units; earlier PartyCast 2.0 and upgraded Auracast hardware cannot link across systems |
| Bluetooth Range | Not specified | Not specified | 100 m | Not specified |
| Wired Inputs | Not specified | Not specified | 3.5 mm AUX | No AUX input |
| App Support | Not specified | Not specified | Soundcore app | soundcore app; custom EQ, lighting and firmware |
Power & Battery
| Specification | JBL Charge 5 | JBL Flip Essential 2 | Soundcore Glow 30W | Soundcore Boom 2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Power Source | Rechargeable battery / USB charging | Rechargeable battery / USB charging | Rechargeable battery / USB charging | Built-in rechargeable battery; USB-C charging |
| Battery Life | Up to 20 hours | Up to 10 hours | Up to 18 hours | Up to 24h at 50% volume with BassUp and lighting off |
| Charging Time | 4 hours at 5 V / 3 A | 3 hours at 5 V / 2 A | 4 hours | Approximately 5.5 hours with certified 5V 3A adapter |
| Charging Port | USB-C, 5 V / 3 A | USB-C, 5 V / 2 A | USB-C, 5 V / 3 A | USB-C |
Design & Controls
| Specification | JBL Charge 5 | JBL Flip Essential 2 | Soundcore Glow 30W | Soundcore Boom 2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Water & Dust Resistance | IP67 | IPX7 | IP67 | IPX7; floating design; seal waterproof cover tightly before exposure |
| Placement / Mounting | Free-standing portable placement | Free-standing portable placement | Free-standing portable placement | Portable placement; integrated carry handle |
| Controls | Not specified | Not specified | Power, Bluetooth, PartyCast, lights, volume and playback buttons | Power, Bluetooth, volume, playback, BassUp and lighting; PartyCast or Auracast depending hardware revision; app settings |
Features
| Specification | JBL Charge 5 | JBL Flip Essential 2 | Soundcore Glow 30W | Soundcore Boom 2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Voice Assistant | No built-in voice assistant | No built-in voice assistant | Paired phone’s voice assistant | No standalone voice-assistant system specified |
| Lightshow | No party lightshow | No party lightshow | Five music-sync light modes | Beat-synchronised light effects; app control |
| Party Features | Not a party-speaker product | Not a party-speaker product | Not a party-speaker product | PartyCast 2.0 on earlier hardware; Auracast on upgraded hardware; pairing system must match |
| Home Cinema Features | Not a home-cinema speaker | Not a home-cinema speaker | Not a home-cinema speaker | No dedicated HDMI home-cinema connection specified |
| Special Features | Not specified | Not specified | Not specified | BassUp 2.0; USB-A output up to 5W |
What's in the Box
| Specification | JBL Charge 5 | JBL Flip Essential 2 | Soundcore Glow 30W | Soundcore Boom 2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Speaker / Soundbar | Charge 5 | Flip Essential 2 | Glow 30W | One Soundcore Boom 2 |
| Subwoofer | No subwoofer supplied | No subwoofer supplied | No subwoofer supplied | No separate subwoofer supplied |
| Remote Control | No remote control supplied | No remote control supplied | No remote control supplied | No remote control supplied |
| Power Cable | USB-C cable | 1.2 m USB-C cable | USB charging cable | 60cm USB-C to USB-C cable; wall charger sold separately |
| Audio / HDMI Cable | Not applicable | Not applicable | Not supplied | No AUX or HDMI cable supplied |
| Mounting Accessories | Portable design | Portable design | Portable design | Not specified |
| Other Accessories | Not applicable | Not applicable | Not applicable | Not specified |
| Documentation | Quick-start guide; safety and warranty information | Quick-start guide; safety and warranty information | Quick Start Guide and safety documentation | Quick Start Guide |
Design
| Specification | JBL Charge 5 | JBL Flip Essential 2 | Soundcore Glow 30W | Soundcore Boom 2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | 223 × 96.5 × 94 mm (W × H × D) | 175 × 68 × 70 mm (W × H × D) | Not specified | 296 × 185 × 101 mm |
| Weight | 0.96 kg | 0.52 kg | Not specified | 1700 g |
Battery & Charging
| Specification | JBL Charge 5 | JBL Flip Essential 2 | Soundcore Glow 30W | Soundcore Boom 2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Battery | 27 Wh lithium-ion polymer (3.6 V / 7500 mAh) | 11.7 Wh lithium-ion polymer (3.6 V / 3250 mAh) | 7.2 V / 3350 mAh | Not specified |
Specs
JBL Charge 5 specifications
General
| Brand | JBL |
|---|---|
| Model | Charge 5 |
| Type | Portable Bluetooth Speaker |
Audio
| Speaker Configuration | Woofer, tweeter and dual passive radiators |
|---|---|
| Drivers | 52 × 90 mm woofer; 20 mm tweeter |
| Frequency Response | 60 Hz–20 kHz |
| Total Power Output | 40 W RMS (30 W woofer; 10 W tweeter) |
| Signal-to-Noise Ratio | >80 dB |
Connectivity
| Bluetooth | 5.1 |
|---|---|
| Bluetooth Profiles / Codecs | A2DP 1.3; AVRCP 1.6 |
| USB | USB-C charging; 5 V / 2 A power-bank output |
| Multi-Speaker / Stereo Pairing | JBL PartyBoost stereo or multi-speaker pairing |
Power & Battery
| Power Source | Rechargeable battery / USB charging |
|---|---|
| Battery | 27 Wh lithium-ion polymer (3.6 V / 7500 mAh) |
| Battery Life | Up to 20 hours |
| Charging Time | 4 hours at 5 V / 3 A |
| Charging Port | USB-C, 5 V / 3 A |
Design & Controls
| Water & Dust Resistance | IP67 |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 223 × 96.5 × 94 mm (W × H × D) |
| Weight | 0.96 kg |
| Placement / Mounting | Free-standing portable placement |
What's in the Box
| Speaker / Soundbar | Charge 5 |
|---|---|
| Power Cable | USB-C cable |
| Documentation | Quick-start guide; safety and warranty information |