Sony MDR XB80BS vs. Beats Powerbeats3

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Sony MDR XB80BS and Beats Powerbeats3. 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 XB80BS vs. Beats Powerbeats3 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Sony MDR XB80BS Beats Powerbeats3
Product Type Earphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC Earphones - Bluetooth - wireless
Series Sports -
Weight 27 g -
Colour Black | Blue | Red White | Black | Siren red | Flash blue | Shock yellow | Black, gold | Pop indigo | Pop blue | Pop violet | Pop magenta | Red, defiant black
Protection Splashproof Waterproof, sweat-resistant
Recommended Use Portable electronics Portable electronics
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) 10 m -
SOUND QUALITY Sony MDR XB80BS Beats Powerbeats3
Headphones Form Factor In-ear - over-the-ear mount 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 XB80BS 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), Leadership Development and Advisory Council (LDAC), Low Complexity Subband Coding (SBC) -
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 XB80BS Beats Powerbeats3
Form Factor Built-in -
Type - On-cable
Microphone Operation Mode - Mono
Frequency Response 50 - 8000 Hz -
REMOTE CONTROL Sony MDR XB80BS Beats Powerbeats3
Controls Volume control Volume, answer/end
CABLE Sony MDR XB80BS Beats Powerbeats3
Cable Type - USB charge cable
BATTERY AND CHARGING Sony MDR XB80BS Beats Powerbeats3
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion Headphone battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion
Battery Life 7 hour(s) 12 hour(s) Beats Powerbeats3 lasts longer on a single charge than the Sony MDR XB80BS.
Standby Time 200 hours -
Charging Time 2 hour(s) -
WIRELESS LINK Sony MDR XB80BS Beats Powerbeats3
Transmission Range 10 m -
Modulation Type FHSS -
Radio Frequency Range 2.4 - 2.4835GHz -
CONNECTIONS Sony MDR XB80BS Beats Powerbeats3
Connector Type Bluetooth
USB
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OTHERS Sony MDR XB80BS Beats Powerbeats3
Included Accessories Carrying pouch, cord adjuster, 4 pairs of ear tips (supersmall, small, medium, large) Carrying case, 4 ear tips
Compatibility - iPhone, iPad, iPod
Service & Support - Limited warranty - 1 year
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