Samsung MX-ST40B/XU vs JBL Boombox 2 – Which Speaker is Better? (2026)

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Brand	Samsung	JBL
Model No	MX-ST40B/XU	Boombox 2
Wired / Wireless	Bluetooth Speaker Specification	Bluetooth Speaker Specification
Driver Type	Dynamic	Dynamic

Driver Diameter	Tweeter : 25.4 mm, Woofer : 256 mm	NA
Impedance	NA	NA
Sensitivity	NA	NA
Frequency Response	30 Hz - 20 KHz	50 Hz - 20000 Hz
Maximum Power Input	5 V- 0.5 A	24 V / 4.2A
Maximum Power Output	AC Mode 160 W ( RMS ) Battery Mode 80 W ( RMS ) Surround Sound Channel Configuration : 2.0	2 X 40 W RMS-woofer + 2 X 40 W RMS- Tweeter ( AC Mode ) 2 X 30 W RMS-Woofer + 2 X 30 W RMS-tweeter ( Battery Mode )
Signal to Noise Ratio	8E+1 dB	>80dB

Wireless Technology	Bluetooth	Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version	Yes	5.1
Compatible Profiles	All Bluetooth Devices	All Bluetooth Devices
Supported Codecs	AAC, MP3, WAV. OGG, FLAC	A2DP, AVRCP
Battery Type	Lithium-Ion Batteries	Lithium-Ion Polymer Batteries
Bluetooth Range	1E+1 Metres	10 Meters
Battery Life	12 Hours	24 Hours
Charging Time	12 Hours	6.5 Hours

Noise Cancelling	Active	Active
Aux Connectivity	Yes	No
Weight	8.0 Kg	5.9 Kg
Dimensions	281.0 mm X 562.0 mm X 256.0 mm	485 mm X 201 mm X 257 mm
Available Colors	Black	Black, Green
Accessories	Samsung MX-ST40B/XU Bluetooth Speaker Remote Controller Batteries	JBL Charge 5 Bluetooth Speaker USB Type-C Charging Cable JBL Branded Power Adaptor Quick-Start Guide Safety Sheet Warranty Card
Other Features	Feel The Power Of Sound : Sub Woofers deliver a powerful bass experience right to your living room, so you can feel the sound from this powerful Samsung Sound Tower. The Ultimate Connection : Bluetooth multi connect allows you to connect up to two phones to your Sound Tower simultaneously. So, you can switch through your favourite playlists together with ease. Big Sound For Big Parties : With DJ effects and LED party lights, you can dance the night away with your favourite tunes and impress your friends with incredible audio on your Samsung Bluetooth Speaker. Bring The Party To Life With Bass Boost : Bass Boost Mode can turn any scene into a blockbuster or add depth to your favourite playlist. Simply click to activate Bass Booster Mode and experience powerful audio. Take The Party With You With A Samsung Sound Tower : A Samsung Sound Tower is there to create the party. Portable, water resistant and sporting a rechargeable battery, The Sound Tower is there whatever the occasion.	Sleek. Bold. Powerful. Monstrous bass you can feel. The loudest JBL boombox ever. Crank up the fun with PartyBoost. Make a splash with IPX7 waterproof design. Keep the party going with 24 hours of playtime.
	Compare Samsung MX-ST40B/XU with: JBL Partybox 310 Ultimate Ears Hyperboom Sony SRS-XP700 Bose Smart Speaker 500 Positive Grid Spark Edge	Compare JBL Boombox 2 with: Ultimate Ears Hyperboom Sony SRS-XP700 Bose Smart Speaker 500 Positive Grid Spark Edge Bose Portable Smart Speaker

Both models offer multiple connectivity options for seamless integration with TVs and other devices. Both models are designed for movies, music, and gaming, delivering a cinematic experience at home. If you're comparing JBL Boombox 2 and Samsung MX-ST40B/XU, both systems are built to enhance your home entertainment experience with strong audio output and advanced features. Advanced sound technologies play a major role in delivering a more immersive audio experience. Differences in power output, channel configuration, and audio technologies can impact overall sound performance.

Verdict: Both systems are competitive, and the right option depends on your room size, usage, and feature requirements.

Top Differences

Sound Output: 2W vs 160W
Channels: 2 vs 160
Bluetooth: na vs yes
Bluetooth Version: 5.1 vs Yes
Frequency Response: 50 Hz - 20000 Hz vs 30 Hz - 20 KHz

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