Sony

Sony NWE393/B 4GB Walkman MP3 Player Black

4.2 (307 reviews)

A pocket-sized 4GB Walkman with up to 35 hours of battery life and built-in FM radio.

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Overview

The Sony NWE393/B Walkman is designed for people who want a dedicated music player without the distractions and battery drain of a smartphone. With 4GB of onboard storage, it holds a solid library of music for daily listening, and the built-in FM radio gives you access to live broadcasts without using any storage at all. The alarm and timer functions add a small but useful layer of utility, and playlist compatibility means you can organize your music the way you prefer.

Where this Walkman truly shines is battery life — up to 35 hours on a single charge is outstanding for a device this small. That makes it ideal for long flights, multi-day trips, or simply going a week or more between charges. File transfer is as simple as connecting the included USB cable and dragging music files over from your computer. The included earbud-style headphones get you started right away, though most users will want to pair it with their own preferred headphones for better sound quality. It's a focused device that does one job well: play your music, reliably, for a very long time.

Key Features

Digital music & photo player with FM radio, Drag & drop from iTunes (PC) or Windows Media Player, Rechargeable 50 hours of battery life

Alarm and timer function, Playlists compatible, Earbud style Headphones and USB cable included

Specifications

Storage
4GB
Battery Life
Up to 35 hours (rechargeable)
Features
Digital music and photo player, FM radio, alarm and timer
File Transfer
Drag and drop via iTunes (PC) or Windows Media Player
Playlist Support
Yes
Included Accessories
Earbud-style headphones, USB cable
Color
Black

Pros & Cons

👍 Pros

  • Exceptional 35-hour battery life outlasts most portable audio devices
  • Compact, lightweight design fits easily in a pocket or clips to workout gear
  • Built-in FM radio adds listening options without using storage space
  • Simple drag-and-drop file transfer requires no special software beyond what most PCs already have

👎 Cons

  • 4GB storage holds roughly 800-1,000 songs depending on file quality, which is limited for large libraries
  • No Bluetooth or wireless connectivity — wired headphones only
  • No streaming capability; all music must be loaded manually from a computer
  • Small screen limits the photo viewing experience

Frequently Asked Questions

You can drag and drop music files from iTunes on PC or use Windows Media Player. Simply connect the player via the included USB cable and transfer files directly.
The rechargeable battery provides up to 35 hours of playback on a single charge.
No, the NWE393/B is a wired player. It uses the included earbud-style headphones or any standard headphone jack connection for audio output.
Yes, the NWE393/B supports photo viewing on its built-in screen in addition to music playback.
No, audio is output through the headphone jack only. You'll need headphones or an external speaker connected via the jack.