Sony MDR XB550AP vs. Bose QuietComfort 35 II

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of Sony MDR XB550AP and Bose QuietComfort 35 II. 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 XB550AP vs. Bose QuietComfort 35 II Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Sony MDR XB550AP Bose QuietComfort 35 II
Product Type Headphones - wired - 3.5 mm jack Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC
Height - 18 cm
Width - 17 cm
Depth - 8.13 cm
Weight 180 g 309 g Sony MDR XB550AP are lighter than Sony MDR XB550AP headphones.
Colour Black | Red | White | Green | Blue Triple midnight | Rose gold | Black | Silver
Body Material - Plastic, metal, leather, alcantara
Earpad Material - Leather
Recommended Use Portable electronics Portable electronics
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) - 9 m
SOUND QUALITY Sony MDR XB550AP Bose QuietComfort 35 II
Headphones Form Factor On-ear Full size
Headphones Technology Dynamic -
Ear Cups Type Closed -
Adjustable Headband Yes -
Foldable - Yes Bose QuietComfort 35 II can be folded.
Connectivity Technology Wired Wireless
Wireless Technology - Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version - Bluetooth 4.1
Bluetooth Profiles - Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP)
Active Noise Cancelling - Yes Bose QuietComfort 35 II are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Noise Isolating - Yes Bose QuietComfort 35 II are equipped with a noise isolating function.
Sound Output Mode - Stereo
Sound Effects Extra Bass -
Frequency Response 5 - 22000 Hz -
Sensitivity 102 dB/mW -
Impedance 24 Ohm -
Diaphragm PET - 30 mm -
Magnet Material Neodymium -
MICROPHONE Sony MDR XB550AP Bose QuietComfort 35 II
Form Factor - Built-in
Microphones Included - 2
REMOTE CONTROL Sony MDR XB550AP Bose QuietComfort 35 II
Controls Answer/end Volume, power on/off, play/pause, next/previous track, skip track, voice assistant
CABLE Sony MDR XB550AP Bose QuietComfort 35 II
Cable Type Headphones cable - Y-type - L shaped Headphones cable - detachable - 1.2 m
USB charge cable - detachable - 30 cm
Cable Length 1.2 m 1.2 m
Detachable Cable - Yes
Plated Connector Gold Gold
FEATURES Sony MDR XB550AP Bose QuietComfort 35 II
Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible - Yes
Intelligent Assistant - Google Assistant
BATTERY AND CHARGING Sony MDR XB550AP Bose QuietComfort 35 II
Battery Type - Headphone battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion
Battery Life - 20 hour(s)
Charging Time - 2.25 hour(s)
CONNECTIONS Sony MDR XB550AP Bose QuietComfort 35 II
Connector Type Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole) Headphones (mini-phone 3.5 mm 4-pole)
OTHERS Sony MDR XB550AP Bose QuietComfort 35 II
Included Accessories - Carrying case
Compatibility - iPhone, iPad, iPod, Android phone
Service & Support - Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year
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