Sony MDR XB50BS vs. Beats X

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of Sony MDR XB50BS and Beats X. Compare design, sound quality and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect headphones. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the headphones that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.

Headphones Specifications Comparison

Sony MDR XB50BS vs. Beats X Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Sony MDR XB50BS Beats X
Product Type Earphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC Earphones - Bluetooth - wireless
Series Sports -
Weight 22 g -
Colour Black | Blue | Red White | Black | Satin silver | Blue | Grey | Matt silver | Matte gold | Red, defiant black
Protection Splashproof -
Recommended Use Portable electronics Portable electronics
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) 10 m -
SOUND QUALITY Sony MDR XB50BS Beats X
Headphones Form Factor In-ear In-ear
Headphones Technology Dynamic -
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless
Wireless Technology Bluetooth Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 4.1 Bluetooth 4.0 Sony MDR XB50BS have a more advanced version of Bluetooth than Beats X.
Bluetooth Profiles Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP) -
Noise Isolating - Yes Beats X are equipped with a noise isolating function.
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Sound Effects Extra Bass -
Frequency Response 4 - 24000 Hz -
Diaphragm 12 mm -
Magnet Material Neodymium -
Features - Apple W1 chip, Fast Fuel technology
In-Cord Volume Control - Yes
MICROPHONE Sony MDR XB50BS Beats X
Form Factor Built-in -
Type - On-cable
Microphone Technology Electret condenser -
Microphone Operation Mode - Mono
Frequency Response 50 - 8000 Hz -
Audio Input Details Omni-directional -
REMOTE CONTROL Sony MDR XB50BS Beats X
Controls Volume control Volume, answer/end
CABLE Sony MDR XB50BS Beats X
Cable Type Micro-USB cable - 50 cm USB charge cable
BATTERY AND CHARGING Sony MDR XB50BS Beats X
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion Headphone battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion
Battery Life 8.5 hour(s) 8 hour(s) Sony MDR XB50BS lasts longer on a single charge than the Beats X.
Standby Time 200 hours -
Charging Time 2.5 hour(s) -
WIRELESS LINK Sony MDR XB50BS Beats X
Transmission Range 10 m -
Modulation Type FHSS -
Radio Frequency Range 2.4 - 2.4835GHz -
CONNECTIONS Sony MDR XB50BS Beats X
Connector Type Bluetooth
USB
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OTHERS Sony MDR XB50BS Beats X
Included Accessories Long hybrid silicone rubber earbuds (SS, S, M, L x2 sizes), arc supporters (S, M, L x2 sizes) Carrying case, 4 ear tips, removable secure fit wingtips
Compatibility - iPhone, iPad, iPod
Service & Support - Limited warranty - 1 year
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