Sony MDR XB70BT vs. Beats Powerbeats3

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Sony MDR XB70BT and Beats Powerbeats3. Compare design, audio features, functions and other important specifications to easily choose the right headphones for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the headphones that will best fit your needs.

Headphones Specifications Comparison

Sony MDR XB70BT vs. Beats Powerbeats3 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Sony MDR XB70BT Beats Powerbeats3
Product Type Earphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC Earphones - Bluetooth - wireless
Weight 43 g -
Colour Black White | Black | Siren red | Flash blue | Shock yellow | Black, gold | Pop indigo | Pop blue | Pop violet | Pop magenta | Red, defiant black
Protection - Waterproof, sweat-resistant
Recommended Use Portable electronics Portable electronics
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) 10 m -
SOUND QUALITY Sony MDR XB70BT Beats Powerbeats3
Headphones Form Factor In-ear In-ear - over-the-ear mount
Headphones Technology Dynamic -
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless
Wireless Technology Bluetooth Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 4.1 Bluetooth 4.0 Sony MDR XB70BT have a more advanced version of Bluetooth than Beats Powerbeats3.
Bluetooth Profiles Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP) -
Noise Isolating - Yes Beats Powerbeats3 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 -
In-Cord Volume Control - Yes
MICROPHONE Sony MDR XB70BT Beats Powerbeats3
Form Factor Built-in -
Type - On-cable
Microphone Operation Mode - Mono
Frequency Response 50 - 8000 Hz -
Audio Input Details Omni-directional -
REMOTE CONTROL Sony MDR XB70BT Beats Powerbeats3
Controls Volume control, remote control Volume, answer/end
CABLE Sony MDR XB70BT Beats Powerbeats3
Cable Type Micro-USB cable - 50 cm USB charge cable
BATTERY AND CHARGING Sony MDR XB70BT Beats Powerbeats3
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion Headphone battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion
Battery Life 9 hour(s) 12 hour(s) Beats Powerbeats3 lasts longer on a single charge than the Sony MDR XB70BT.
Standby Time 200 hours -
Charging Time 2.5 hour(s) -
WIRELESS LINK Sony MDR XB70BT Beats Powerbeats3
Transmission Range 10 m -
Modulation Type FHSS -
Radio Frequency Range 2.4 - 2.4835GHz -
CONNECTIONS Sony MDR XB70BT Beats Powerbeats3
Connector Type Bluetooth
USB
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OTHERS Sony MDR XB70BT Beats Powerbeats3
Included Accessories Clip, long hybrid silicone rubber earbuds (SS, S, M, L x2 sizes) Carrying case, 4 ear tips
Compatibility - iPhone, iPad, iPod
Service & Support - Limited warranty - 1 year
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