Philips TAX4910 VS Xiaomi Portable Bluetooth Speaker

The Philips TAX4910 has a significantly larger volume of 46466.16 cm³ compared to the Xiaomi Portable Bluetooth Speaker's 219.0496 cm³, making it much bulkier. Both speakers have 2 drivers, but the Philips model is notably heavier at 6400 g, while the Xiaomi speaker is much lighter at 249 g. The height, width, and thickness also differ substantially: the Philips TAX4910 measures 624 mm in height, 265 mm in width, and 281 mm in thickness, while the Xiaomi Portable Bluetooth Speaker is much smaller at 56 mm in height, 154 mm in width, and 25.4 mm in thickness.

When it comes to additional features, the Philips TAX4910 includes RGB lighting, while the Xiaomi speaker lacks this feature. The Philips model also includes a remote control, unlike the Xiaomi speaker, which does not. Neither product includes a travel bag. Both devices have control panels placed on the device itself. Additionally, the Xiaomi speaker is water-resistant, which the Philips model lacks.

Neither speaker uses a neodymium magnet, and both have the same number of drivers. The Philips TAX4910 is not a neckband speaker, and neither is the Xiaomi model. Finally, while the Philips TAX4910 has a height of 624 mm, the Xiaomi speaker is much more compact, standing at just 56 mm high.

Both the Philips TAX4910 and the Xiaomi Portable Bluetooth Speaker lack stereo speakers and subwoofers, so sound reproduction from both will be more basic, without the depth or separation that those features typically provide. The Xiaomi speaker stands out, however, by including a passive radiator, which is not present in the Philips model. This could help enhance bass performance in the Xiaomi speaker, although it’s not guaranteed to match the sound quality of a subwoofer.

When it comes to microphones, the Xiaomi Portable Bluetooth Speaker has one microphone, whereas the Philips TAX4910 has no microphones at all. Neither product features a noise-canceling microphone, meaning neither speaker is specifically designed to reduce background noise during calls or recordings.

Finally, neither product includes magnetic shielding, so both are likely to be susceptible to potential interference from nearby electronic devices.

The Philips TAX4910 is equipped with a larger 6000 mAh battery compared to the Xiaomi Portable Bluetooth Speaker's 1980 mAh battery. Despite this difference in capacity, both speakers offer the same 10 hours of battery life. This suggests that the Philips model may have a higher power consumption, but the longer battery life compensates for that. Both speakers feature a battery level indicator and a rechargeable battery, ensuring users can monitor and easily recharge the devices when necessary.

The key difference between the two products in terms of power is that the Philips TAX4910 has a removable battery, while the Xiaomi Portable Bluetooth Speaker does not. This may provide more flexibility for users of the Philips model, as they can swap out the battery when needed. Neither speaker supports wireless charging.

Overall, both devices offer similar battery life, but the Philips model's larger battery and removable design could be beneficial in certain situations.

The Philips TAX4910 uses Bluetooth version 5.3, while the Xiaomi Portable Bluetooth Speaker features the slightly newer Bluetooth version 5.4. Both devices offer a maximum Bluetooth range of 10 meters, so their connectivity range is identical. The Xiaomi speaker supports Bluetooth pairing via NFC, which the Philips model does not have. Neither product provides a socket for a 3.5 mm audio jack, but the Philips model includes an AUX input, while the Xiaomi speaker does not.

Both speakers have USB ports, with the Philips TAX4910 lacking USB Type-C and the Xiaomi speaker supporting it. The Philips device also has an external memory slot, which is absent in the Xiaomi model. The Philips model is the only one to include a microphone input, while the Xiaomi speaker does not offer this feature. Neither speaker supports Wi-Fi, Ethernet, or has AirPlay, Chromecast, Auracast, Bluetooth LE Audio, or LDAC.

In terms of audio codec support, neither product includes aptX Lossless, aptX Adaptive, aptX HD, aptX, or aptX Low Latency, and both lack AAC support. Neither speaker is DLNA-certified either.

Both the Philips TAX4910 and the Xiaomi Portable Bluetooth Speaker can be used wirelessly and support remote smartphone control. Neither speaker features fast pairing, voice commands, or a mute function. Additionally, neither has a radio or works as a power bank. Both devices include voice prompts to assist users with operation.

In summary, the two models are quite similar in terms of features, with both offering wireless use, smartphone control, and voice prompts. However, there are no standout differences between them in this category.

Both the Philips TAX4910 and the Xiaomi Portable Bluetooth Speaker support pairing for stereo sound, allowing users to connect multiple devices for enhanced audio experience.

There are no differences between the two products in this category as both offer the same capability for stereo pairing.

In summary, both speakers provide the same stereo pairing feature, ensuring they can be used in a multi-speaker setup if needed.