Sony MDR XB50BS vs. Nokia BH-501

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Sony MDR XB50BS and Nokia BH-501. 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

Sony MDR XB50BS vs. Nokia BH-501 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Sony MDR XB50BS Nokia BH-501
Product Type Earphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC Earphones - Bluetooth - wireless
Series Sports -
Height - 2.7 cm
Width - 2.4 cm
Depth - 1.9 cm
Weight 22 g 16 g Nokia BH-501 are lighter than Sony MDR XB50BS headphones.
Colour Black | Blue | Red Black | Black, silver
Protection Splashproof Waterproof, dust-resistant
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 Sony MDR XB50BS Nokia BH-501
Headphones Form Factor In-ear In-ear
Headphones Technology Dynamic Dynamic
Foldable - Yes Nokia BH-501 can be folded.
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless
Wireless Technology Bluetooth Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 4.1 Bluetooth 4.1 Both headphones have the same Bluetooth version.
Bluetooth Profiles Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP) Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP)
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Sound Effects Extra Bass -
Frequency Response 4 - 24000 Hz 20 - 20000 Hz Sony MDR XB50BS offer a larger frequency range than Nokia BH-501.
Impedance - 16 Ohm
Diaphragm 12 mm 9 mm Sony MDR XB50BS have a thicker diaphragm than Nokia BH-501.
Magnet Material Neodymium -
MICROPHONE Sony MDR XB50BS Nokia BH-501
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 -
Sensitivity - -11 dB
REMOTE CONTROL Sony MDR XB50BS Nokia BH-501
Controls Volume control Power on/off, volume control, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track, reject call
CABLE Sony MDR XB50BS Nokia BH-501
Cable Type Micro-USB cable - 50 cm Micro-USB cable
BATTERY AND CHARGING Sony MDR XB50BS Nokia BH-501
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion 1 x headset battery rechargeable - lithium polymer
Battery Capacity - 260 mAh
Battery Life 8.5 hour(s) 8 hour(s) Sony MDR XB50BS lasts longer on a single charge than the Nokia BH-501.
Standby Time 200 hours 144 hours Sony MDR XB50BS have longer standby time than Nokia BH-501.
Power Device - Power adapter - external
Charging Time 2.5 hour(s) 2 hour(s) Nokia BH-501 recharge faster than Sony MDR XB50BS.
Included Qty - 1
WIRELESS LINK Sony MDR XB50BS Nokia BH-501
Transmission Range 10 m 10 m The transmission range of both headphones is the same.
Modulation Type FHSS -
Radio Frequency Range 2.4 - 2.4835GHz -
CONNECTIONS Sony MDR XB50BS Nokia BH-501
Connector Type Bluetooth
USB
USB (5 pin Micro-USB Type B)
OTHERS Sony MDR XB50BS Nokia BH-501
Included Accessories Long hybrid silicone rubber earbuds (SS, S, M, L x2 sizes), arc supporters (S, M, L x2 sizes) 3 pairs of ear tips (small, medium, large), 3 x fit earbuds
Compatibility - iPhone, iPad, iPod, Android phone
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