Jaybird X2 vs. Jaybird RUN XT

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Jaybird X2 and Jaybird RUN XT. With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare design, sound quality, but also other key features of both headphones and easily decide which ones are the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the headphones that best fit your needs and expectations.

Headphones Specifications Comparison

Jaybird X2 vs. Jaybird RUN XT Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Jaybird X2 Jaybird RUN XT
Product Type Earphones - Bluetooth - wireless True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless
Width 2.3 cm -
Depth 1.3 cm -
Weight 13.8 g -
Dimensions & Weight Details Control unit: 2.2 cm x 1.3 cm x 2.9 cm Earbud: 1.43 cm x 1.9 cm x 1.95 cm / 6.83 g
Charging case: 7.7 cm x 4.3 cm x 4 cm / 56.6 g
Colour Alpha | Charge | Fire | Midnight | Storm | Ice Black, Flash | Grey, storm
Protection Dust-resistant, sweat-resistant Waterproof, sweat-resistant, IPX7
Design Sports Sports
Recommended Use Portable electronics Portable electronics
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) 10 m 10 m The maximum operating distance of both headphones is the same.
SOUND QUALITY Jaybird X2 Jaybird RUN XT
Headphones Form Factor In-ear In-ear
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless
Wireless Technology Bluetooth Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 2.1 EDR Bluetooth 4.1 Jaybird RUN XT have a more advanced version of Bluetooth than Jaybird X2.
Bluetooth Profiles Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP) Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Serial Port Profile (SPP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP)
Noise Isolating Yes Yes Both headphones are equipped with noise isolation.
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Sound Effects - Super Bass Control (SBC)
Frequency Response 20 - 20000 Hz 20 - 20000 Hz Both headphones offer the same frequency response.
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) <5% <5% Both headphones have the same total harmonic distortion.
Sensitivity 103 dB 103 dB Both headphones offer the same sensitivity.
Impedance 16 Ohm 16 Ohm
Diaphragm 6 mm 6 mm Both headphones are designed with same thick diaphragm.
Simultaneously Connectable Devices Qty (Multipoint) 8 - Jaybird X2 have the ability to connect to multiple devices simultaneously.
In-Cord Volume Control Yes -
MICROPHONE Jaybird X2 Jaybird RUN XT
Form Factor - Built-in
Type On-cable -
Microphone Operation Mode Omni-directional Omni-directional
Audio Input Details Omni-directional Omni-directional
Sensitivity -38 dB -38 dB
REMOTE CONTROL Jaybird X2 Jaybird RUN XT
Controls Power on/off, volume control Power on/off, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track, skip track, pair mode, voice assistant
CABLE Jaybird X2 Jaybird RUN XT
Cable Type USB charge cable USB charge cable - detachable - 30 cm
Cable Length 54 cm -
BATTERY AND CHARGING Jaybird X2 Jaybird RUN XT
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable - lithium polymer Headphone battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity 100 mAh 80 mAh Jaybird X2 have a higher battery capacity than Jaybird RUN XT.
Battery Life 8 hour(s) 4 hour(s) Jaybird X2 lasts longer on a single charge than the Jaybird RUN XT.
Standby Time 200 hours -
Charging Time 2.5 hour(s) 2 hour(s) Jaybird RUN XT recharge faster than Jaybird X2.
WIRELESS LINK Jaybird X2 Jaybird RUN XT
Transmission Range 10 m -
Radio Frequency Range 2.4GHz -
OTHERS Jaybird X2 Jaybird RUN XT
Included Accessories Carrying case, 3 pairs of silicone ear tips, USB charging cable, 3 pairs of Comply foam ear tips, cord management clips, 3 sizes secure-fit ear fins Charging case, 4 pairs of EarFins, 2 pairs of round ear tips (small, medium), 2 pairs of oval ear tips (small, medium)
Compatibility iPhone, iPad, iPod, Android phone, BlackBerry, Windows phone -
Service & Support Limited warranty - 2 years -
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