Detailed comparison and review of Sony MDR XB50BS and Sony WI-C300. 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.
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | Sony MDR XB50BS | Sony WI-C300 |
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Product Type | Earphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC | Earphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC | |
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Series | Sports | - | |
Weight | 22 g | 15 g | Sony WI-C300 are lighter than Sony MDR XB50BS headphones. |
Colour | Black | Blue | Red | Black | White | |
Protection | Splashproof | - | |
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 | Sony WI-C300 |
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Headphones Form Factor | In-ear | In-ear | |
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Headphones Technology | Dynamic | Dynamic | |
Connectivity Technology | Wireless | Wireless | |
Wireless Technology | Bluetooth | Bluetooth | |
Bluetooth Version | Bluetooth 4.1 | Bluetooth 4.2 | Sony WI-C300 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), Headset Profile (HSP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP) | |
Bluetooth Audio Codec | - | SBC, AAC | |
Sound Output Mode | Stereo | Stereo | |
Sound Effects | Extra Bass | - | |
Frequency Response | 4 - 24000 Hz | 20 - 22000 Hz | Sony MDR XB50BS offer a larger frequency range than Sony WI-C300. |
Diaphragm | 12 mm | 9 mm | Sony MDR XB50BS have a thicker diaphragm than Sony WI-C300. |
Magnet Material | Neodymium | Neodymium | |
In-Cord Volume Control | - | Yes |
MICROPHONE | Sony MDR XB50BS | Sony WI-C300 |
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Form Factor | Built-in | - | |
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Type | - | On-cable | |
Microphone Technology | Electret condenser | Electret condenser | |
Microphone Operation Mode | - | Omni-directional | |
Frequency Response | 50 - 8000 Hz | 50 - 8000 Hz | The frequency response of the microphones in both headphones is the same. |
Audio Input Details | Omni-directional | - |
REMOTE CONTROL | Sony MDR XB50BS | Sony WI-C300 |
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Controls | Volume control | Volume, power on/off |
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CABLE | Sony MDR XB50BS | Sony WI-C300 |
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Cable Type | Micro-USB cable - 50 cm | Micro-USB cable - 50 cm |
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BATTERY AND CHARGING | Sony MDR XB50BS | Sony WI-C300 |
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Battery Type | Headphone battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion | Headphone battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion | |
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Battery Life | 8.5 hour(s) | 8 hour(s) | Sony MDR XB50BS lasts longer on a single charge than the Sony WI-C300. |
Standby Time | 200 hours | 200 hours | Both headphones have the same lenght of standby time. |
Voltage Provided | - | 3.7 / 5 V | |
Charging Time | 2.5 hour(s) | 2 hour(s) | Sony WI-C300 recharge faster than Sony MDR XB50BS. |
Power Consumption | - | 0.7 Watt |
WIRELESS LINK | Sony MDR XB50BS | Sony WI-C300 |
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Transmission Range | 10 m | - | |
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Modulation Type | FHSS | - | |
Radio Frequency Range | 2.4 - 2.4835GHz | 2.4GHz |
CONNECTIONS | Sony MDR XB50BS | Sony WI-C300 |
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Connector Type | Bluetooth USB |
USB (power only) (5 pin Micro-USB Type B) |
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OTHERS | Sony MDR XB50BS | Sony WI-C300 |
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Included Accessories | Long hybrid silicone rubber earbuds (SS, S, M, L x2 sizes), arc supporters (S, M, L x2 sizes) | 3 pairs of hybrid silicone rubber earbuds (S, M, L) | |
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Compatibility | - | Mac, Windows | |
Service & Support | - | Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year |