Detailed comparison and review of Bose SoundSport and Sony MDR XB80BS. 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 | Bose SoundSport | Sony MDR XB80BS |
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Product Type | Earphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC | Earphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC | |
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Series | - | Sports | |
Weight | 23 g | 27 g | Bose SoundSport are lighter than Bose SoundSport headphones. |
Colour | Aqua | Black | Citron | Charcoal black | Neon blue | Frost | Power red | Blue | Orange | Green | Black | Blue | Red | |
Body Material | Plastic | - | |
Earpad Material | Silicone | - | |
Protection | Weatherproof, sweat-resistant | Splashproof | |
Design | Sports | - | |
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 | Bose SoundSport | Sony MDR XB80BS |
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Headphones Form Factor | In-ear | In-ear - over-the-ear mount | |
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Headphones Technology | - | Dynamic | |
Connectivity Technology | Wireless | Wireless | |
Wireless Technology | Bluetooth | Bluetooth | |
Bluetooth Version | Bluetooth 4.2 | Bluetooth 4.1 | Bose SoundSport have a more advanced version of Bluetooth than Sony MDR XB80BS. |
Bluetooth Profiles | Hands-Free Profile (HFP), 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), Leadership Development and Advisory Council (LDAC), Low Complexity Subband Coding (SBC) | |
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 | Bose SoundSport | Sony MDR XB80BS |
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Form Factor | - | Built-in | |
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Type | On-cable | - | |
Microphone Operation Mode | Mono | - | |
Frequency Response | - | 50 - 8000 Hz | |
Audio Input Details | Omni-directional | - |
REMOTE CONTROL | Bose SoundSport | Sony MDR XB80BS |
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Controls | Volume, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track | Volume control |
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CABLE | Bose SoundSport | Sony MDR XB80BS |
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Cable Type | Headphones cable - 55 cm | - |
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BATTERY AND CHARGING | Bose SoundSport | Sony MDR XB80BS |
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Battery Type | Headphone battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion | Headphone battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion | |
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Battery Life | 6 hours | 7 hour(s) | Sony MDR XB80BS lasts longer on a single charge than the Bose SoundSport. |
Standby Time | - | 200 hours | |
Charging Time | 2 hours | 2 hour(s) | The charging of both headphones last the same time. |
Included Qty | 1 | - |
WIRELESS LINK | Bose SoundSport | Sony MDR XB80BS |
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Transmission Range | 10 m | 10 m | The transmission range of both headphones is the same. |
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Modulation Type | - | FHSS | |
Radio Frequency Range | - | 2.4 - 2.4835GHz |
CONNECTIONS | Bose SoundSport | Sony MDR XB80BS |
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Connector Type | USB | Bluetooth USB |
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OTHERS | Bose SoundSport | Sony MDR XB80BS |
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Included Accessories | Carrying case, 3 pairs of ear tips, USB charging cable | Carrying pouch, cord adjuster, 4 pairs of ear tips (supersmall, small, medium, large) | |
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Compatibility | iPhone, iPod, Android phone | - | |
Service & Support | Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year | - |