So the new Sony XV500 is a refined version of the Sony XP500 that has a more balanced sound and it also looks sleeker. And if you’re looking for a portable box speaker, then the XV500 is a good option. However, we also have the Sony XG500 which is more portable and more durable, but when it some to sound, these speakers are very different. None the less today we’re going to compare these two speakers and see which one is right for you.