Creative Pebble X, with Bluetooth connectivity compatible with Android [Review]

Sound forms an important part of the user experience, which is why in our analyzes we always take into account the multimedia experience with an important detail to value. It is important to have a good list of peripherals for our Android devices, whether smartphones or tablets, and speakers are the starting point.

We test the new speakers Creative Pebble X, a device with wireless connectivity to enjoy the content of your Android device. Discover with us if they are really worth it and what are all the features that make these speakers so interesting.

Materials and design:

Creative is a brand that those of us who have gray hair know in depth, and having a Creative on the desk in times of Counter Strike or Diablo II was a sign of guarantee, of power, of technology lovers. That is why Creative has known how to adapt by offering new alternatives, and To reach the Android market it is necessary to create wireless devices.

• Size: 123 x 123 x 118 millimeters per speaker
• Weight: 365 grams (left) and 415 grams (right)
• Cable length: 1,8 meters between speakers and 1,5m to the power connection

Time passes, but things done well do not. The first thing that surprises you about these Pebble

We have two speakers the law being in charge of managing everything from the technical section, By this I mean that in it we will find both the volume selection wheel and the lighting buttons, Bluetooth and 3,5mm Jack connections.

As for the color, you are already seeing this dark green, the only color in which the model is offered. Finally, the design has not been left to chance, by this I mean that the speakers are arranged with a 45º inclination, which is according to Creative the perfect direction to offer users a sound experience without external interference.

Connectivity

These speakers allow you to take advantage of wireless sound through Bluetooth 5.3, a 3,5mm AUX input (practically extinct today on most Android mobile devices), a four-pole headphone port or a three-pole microphone port, all in addition to the aforementioned USB audio source -C.

• Standard USB connection (USB-C to USB-A): It will allow us to enjoy a maximum power peak of 20W, although it is the fastest option because it offers us the option of connecting them directly to the PC or Mac through this port, it will not allow us to enjoy all the technical characteristics of the Pebble Pro.
• USB-C PD 30W connection: Things change if we connect them to a 30W USB-C Power Delivery port, since the sound will increase to 30W with peaks of 60W in total.

Notably the rear of the right speaker has two USB-C ports, therefore, we can at the same time enjoy high-quality sound through this port, and connect the 30W PD power supply to the other port. That is, we will be able to charge our Android device while listening to music.

Technical section

Let's focus now on what matters, the sound. This device mounts two 2,25-inch full-range drivers. In turn, each speaker has a passive radiator in the rear that will allow us to improve the bass. The signal-to-noise ratio is 75 dB, and as for the maximum power, We already know that it will depend on the power supply, so it ranges between 20W and 60W.

Each of the speakers has 5W RMS if you opt for a 20W power supply, or 15W RMS if you opt for a 30W PD power supply. This is why I highly recommend going for a good PD adapter, only then you will get the most out of them.

We have an operating frequency of 2402-2480 MHz, and while codec range is not important when connected traditionally, Yes, it is worth mentioning that we will have the SBC wireless codec.

In all appearances: Luminous

Additionally, the Creative app It is also compatible with Android, . It will allow us to make speaker adjustments such as the included Voicedetect and Noiseclean systems. This comes hand in hand with Creative's Clear Dialog audio processing, which will allow us to improve the dialogue of the content we are playing, so that it is not overshadowed by the music or the strident background sounds. Although this Android app will only allow us to adjust the RGB lighting.

In the same way, and as we have already discussed, features Creative's BassFlex technology, which is its commercial option to passively offer a low-frequency response and pronounced bass, something that, although it will not match the installation of an independent subwoofer, is quite noticeable, giving the sound personality.

As for the RGB LED lights included in each of the speakers, We can select different alternatives, mainly taking advantage of the integrated RGB control button, which is none other than the central button that acts as a volume wheel:

• 1 touch: Switch to RGB mode with different presets.
• Hold down: Enter brightness control mode
• Turn control wheel: Adjust brightness

In this way we will be able to select the option that best suits our setup design.

Editor's opinion

Taking all of the above into account, we find a very good choice, a sound worthy of the price it offers us, which will properly accompany all our Android devices thanks to its Bluetooth 5.3 connectivity. customization alternatives and above all the guarantee of having a product from a trusted brand from 99,99 euros. At this point, and if you still like these options, they are an alternative to take into account, everything will depend on your needs when consuming multimedia content.

Pros and cons