The Motion X500 Black is the Black Deluxe edition of Anker’s soundcore Motion X500, the default colour of the three Anker offers alongside Pink Punch and Glitzy Blue. It is a deep, low-key black that sits beside a TV, a bookshelf or dark wooden furniture without drawing the eye, so the sound gets the attention rather than the box. Behind the metal grille are three drivers with 40W of total output, one of them firing upward to add height, plus Wireless Hi-Res certification and LDAC for Android phones.
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Why Black Deluxe, and Who It Suits
The Motion X500 Black is the safe choice for a shared living room, a majlis corner or an office where several people use the same speaker and nobody wants a loud colour. Black also goes with almost any phone, laptop or desk setup, and it makes a neutral gift when you are not sure of the person’s taste. In daily use a dark finish hides fingerprints and light dust better than the pink or blue versions, though fine pale dust and sand can still show on the grille; a soft dry cloth clears it. Keep the rear cover closed when you wipe it near water.
Motion X500 Black in the Living Room
Anker built this speaker around three drivers with 40W of total output, including an up-firing driver that adds overhead sound. Press the Spatial Audio button and the top driver joins the two front drivers to widen the stage both across and upward; Anker says it works with any music format. Placed on a TV unit or a low shelf in a medium-sized living room, that height helps music and podcasts feel less boxed-in than a single front-facing speaker. It is tuned for rooms and small gatherings rather than large outdoor parties.
Hi-Res Wireless and LDAC
The Motion X500 Black is Wireless Hi-Res certified and supports LDAC, AAC and SBC over Bluetooth 5.3. LDAC needs Android 8.0 or later and does not work with iPhone, which connects over AAC. To turn it on, open the soundcore app and go to Settings, Sound Mode, Preferred Audio Quality; Anker notes the switch takes about 10 seconds and may need a firmware update. LDAC uses more power, so expect shorter playtime when it is on, and it performs best away from heavy wireless interference such as crowded Wi-Fi.
EQ Modes and the Sky Light
A light on top, which Anker calls the Sky Light, glows while the up-firing channel plays. Its default colour tells you which EQ mode is active: press the EQ button to move between Spatial Signature, Spatial Dynamic and Bass Boost. The colour can be changed in the soundcore app, and on a black body the glow stands out clearly in a dim room in the evening. The app also gives a customisable equaliser, so you can set a lighter balance for talk radio and a fuller one for music.
Battery, Charging, Water and Stereo Pairing
Anker rates the battery at up to 12 hours at 50% volume with BassUp off; louder playback, BassUp and LDAC shorten it. A full charge takes about 5 hours with a certified 15W (5V/3A) wall charger that is not in the box, which holds the speaker, a 60cm USB-C to USB-C cable, a safety card and a quick start guide. The Motion X500 Black is rated IPX7 when the rear waterproof cover is fastened. Two Motion X500 units of any colour can pair in TWS for left and right stereo, but not with a Motion X600 or Motion+.
Who This Is Not For
The Motion X500 Black is not for large outdoor parties or desert trips that need more than a day of battery; 40W is aimed at rooms and small groups. iPhone users get no benefit from LDAC. It pairs in TWS only with another Motion X500. Charging takes about 5 hours with a wall charger you buy separately, and Anker does not publish its weight or dimensions, so check that it suits how you plan to carry it.
Ordering from Totot
Totot sells the Motion X500 Black brand-new and genuine in its sealed box, backed by a 1-year warranty from Totot. It reaches any emirate within 3 business days at most, with free delivery on orders from AED 300, with cash on delivery or instalments via Tabby and Tamara. Items that arrive defective or not as ordered can be returned within 14 days, and any shipping damage should be reported within 48 hours of delivery. Browse more in our Portable Speaker range, or see the official soundcore Motion X500 product page (Black Deluxe).
Motion X500 Black Specifications
- Model: Anker soundcore Motion X500
- Colour: Black (Black Deluxe)
- Output: 40W total
- Drivers: 3, including 1 up-firing driver
- Audio: Wireless Hi-Res certified, spatial audio
- Bluetooth: 5.3
- Codecs: LDAC (Android 8.0 or later), AAC, SBC
- Playtime: up to 12 hours at 50% volume, BassUp off
- Recharging: about 5 hours with a 15W (5V/3A) charger (not included)
- Water resistance: IPX7 with the rear cover fastened
- Pairing: TWS with another Motion X500 only
- Microphone: yes
- Light: Sky Light on top, colour customisable in the app
- Weight and dimensions: not published by Anker
- In the box: speaker, 60cm USB-C to USB-C cable, safety card, quick start guide
- Warranty: 1-year warranty from Totot
Motion X500 Black FAQ
Is the Motion X500 Black the same speaker as the pink and blue versions?
Yes. All three colours share the same specs; only the finish changes.
Does the black finish show dust or fingerprints?
No, not much. Black hides fingerprints better than the lighter colours, though pale dust and sand can show on the grille and wipe off with a dry cloth.
Can I pair the Motion X500 Black with a pink or blue Motion X500?
Yes. TWS stereo works with any Motion X500 regardless of colour, but not with a Motion X600 or Motion+.
Does LDAC work with an iPhone?
No. LDAC needs Android 8.0 or later; an iPhone connects over AAC.
How long does the Motion X500 Black battery last?
12 hours at most, at 50% volume with BassUp off.
Is a charger included?
No. The box has a 60cm USB-C cable; Anker recommends a certified 15W (5V/3A) wall charger, which charges it in about 5 hours.
Is it genuine?
Yes. We sell the genuine Anker soundcore Motion X500 in Black Deluxe, brand-new in its sealed box.
How long does delivery take?
3 business days at most across the UAE. Orders from AED 300 ship free, and the checkout page shows any current fee for your order.
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