Bose SoundSport vs. Sony MDR XB80BS

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

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.

Headphones Specifications Comparison

Bose SoundSport vs. Sony MDR XB80BS Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Bose SoundSport Sony MDR XB80BS
Product Type Earphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC Earphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC
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
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 4.2 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
Form Factor - Built-in
Type On-cable -
Microphone Operation Mode Mono -
Frequency Response - 50 - 8000 Hz
Audio Input Details Omni-directional -
REMOTE CONTROL Bose SoundSport Sony MDR XB80BS
Controls Volume, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track Volume control
CABLE Bose SoundSport Sony MDR XB80BS
Cable Type Headphones cable - 55 cm -
BATTERY AND CHARGING Bose SoundSport Sony MDR XB80BS
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion Headphone battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion
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
Transmission Range 10 m 10 m The transmission range of both headphones is the same.
Modulation Type - FHSS
Radio Frequency Range - 2.4 - 2.4835GHz
CONNECTIONS Bose SoundSport Sony MDR XB80BS
Connector Type USB Bluetooth
USB
OTHERS Bose SoundSport Sony MDR XB80BS
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)
Compatibility iPhone, iPod, Android phone -
Service & Support Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year -
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