Sony MDR XB50BS vs. Poly - Plantronics Backbeat Pro 5100

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Sony MDR XB50BS and Poly - Plantronics Backbeat Pro 5100. 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. Poly - Plantronics Backbeat Pro 5100 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Sony MDR XB50BS Poly - Plantronics Backbeat Pro 5100
Product Type Earphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless
Series Sports -
Weight 22 g 5.8 g Poly - Plantronics Backbeat Pro 5100 are lighter than Sony MDR XB50BS headphones.
Dimensions & Weight Details - Charging case with earphones: 38.6 g
Colour Black | Blue | Red Black
Protection Splashproof Sweat-resistant, water-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 Poly - Plantronics Backbeat Pro 5100
Headphones Form Factor In-ear In-ear
Headphones Technology Dynamic -
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless
Wireless Technology Bluetooth Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 4.1 Bluetooth 5.0 Poly - Plantronics Backbeat Pro 5100 have a more advanced version of Bluetooth than Sony MDR XB50BS.
Bluetooth Profiles Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP) Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP)
Active Noise Cancelling - Yes Poly - Plantronics Backbeat Pro 5100 are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Active Noise Cancelling Technology - WindSmart technology
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 Poly - Plantronics Backbeat Pro 5100.
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) - <3%
Sensitivity - 94 dB
Impedance - 16 Ohm
Diaphragm 12 mm 5.8 mm Sony MDR XB50BS have a thicker diaphragm than Poly - Plantronics Backbeat Pro 5100.
Magnet Material Neodymium -
MICROPHONE Sony MDR XB50BS Poly - Plantronics Backbeat Pro 5100
Form Factor Built-in Built-in
Microphone Technology Electret condenser -
Frequency Response 50 - 8000 Hz -
Audio Input Details Omni-directional -
REMOTE CONTROL Sony MDR XB50BS Poly - Plantronics Backbeat Pro 5100
Controls Volume control Mute, volume, answer/end, play/pause, skip track, voice assistant
CABLE Sony MDR XB50BS Poly - Plantronics Backbeat Pro 5100
Cable Type Micro-USB cable - 50 cm Micro-USB charge cable - detachable
FEATURES Sony MDR XB50BS Poly - Plantronics Backbeat Pro 5100
Features - Voice alerts
Additional Functions - DSP
BATTERY AND CHARGING Sony MDR XB50BS Poly - Plantronics Backbeat Pro 5100
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion Headphone battery rechargeable - lithium polymer
Battery Capacity - 60 mAh
Battery Life 8.5 hour(s) 6.5 hour(s) Sony MDR XB50BS lasts longer on a single charge than the Poly - Plantronics Backbeat Pro 5100.
Battery Life Details - Continuous playback: up to 6.5 hours
Continuous talk: up to 4 hours
Continuous playback (with included charging case): up to 19 hours
Standby Time 200 hours -
Charging Time 2.5 hour(s) 2 hour(s) Poly - Plantronics Backbeat Pro 5100 recharge faster than Sony MDR XB50BS.
WIRELESS LINK Sony MDR XB50BS Poly - Plantronics Backbeat Pro 5100
Transmission Range 10 m -
Modulation Type FHSS -
Radio Frequency Range 2.4 - 2.4835GHz -
CONNECTIONS Sony MDR XB50BS Poly - Plantronics Backbeat Pro 5100
Connector Type Bluetooth
USB
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OTHERS Sony MDR XB50BS Poly - Plantronics Backbeat Pro 5100
Included Accessories Long hybrid silicone rubber earbuds (SS, S, M, L x2 sizes), arc supporters (S, M, L x2 sizes) 2 pairs of ear tips (small, large), charging case (440 mAh)
Compliant Standards - IP54
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