Jaybird RUN XT vs. Boompods RetroBuds

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Jaybird RUN XT and Boompods RetroBuds. 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

Jaybird RUN XT vs. Boompods RetroBuds Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Jaybird RUN XT Boompods RetroBuds
Product Type True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless Earphones - Bluetooth - wireless
Dimensions & Weight Details Earbud: 1.43 cm x 1.9 cm x 1.95 cm / 6.83 g
Charging case: 7.7 cm x 4.3 cm x 4 cm / 56.6 g
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Colour Black, Flash | Grey, storm Army green | Black/grey | Ice blue | White/pink
Protection Waterproof, sweat-resistant, IPX7 Sweat-resistant, IPX4
Design Sports -
Recommended Use Portable electronics Portable electronics
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) 10 m -
SOUND QUALITY Jaybird RUN XT Boompods RetroBuds
Headphones Form Factor In-ear In-ear
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless
Wireless Technology Bluetooth Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 4.1 Bluetooth 4.1 Both headphones have the same Bluetooth version.
Bluetooth Profiles Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Serial Port Profile (SPP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP) -
Noise Isolating Yes - Jaybird RUN XT are equipped with a noise isolating function.
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Sound Effects Super Bass Control (SBC) Powerfull Bass
Frequency Response 20 - 20000 Hz -
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) <5% -
Sensitivity 103 dB -
Impedance 16 Ohm -
Diaphragm 6 mm 12 mm Boompods RetroBuds have a thicker diaphragm than Jaybird RUN XT.
Features - Magnetic clip
MICROPHONE Jaybird RUN XT Boompods RetroBuds
Form Factor Built-in -
Type - On-cable
Microphone Operation Mode Omni-directional -
Audio Input Details Omni-directional -
Sensitivity -38 dB -
REMOTE CONTROL Jaybird RUN XT Boompods RetroBuds
Controls Power on/off, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track, skip track, pair mode, voice assistant Volume, power on/off, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track, pair mode
CABLE Jaybird RUN XT Boompods RetroBuds
Cable Type USB charge cable - detachable - 30 cm USB charge cable
BATTERY AND CHARGING Jaybird RUN XT Boompods RetroBuds
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion Headphone battery rechargeable
Battery Capacity 80 mAh -
Battery Life 4 hour(s) 4 hour(s) Both headphones last the same amount of time on a single charge.
Charging Time 2 hour(s) 1.5 hour(s) Boompods RetroBuds recharge faster than Jaybird RUN XT.
OTHERS Jaybird RUN XT Boompods RetroBuds
Included Accessories Charging case, 4 pairs of EarFins, 2 pairs of round ear tips (small, medium), 2 pairs of oval ear tips (small, medium) 3 pairs of ear tips, USB charging cable
Compliant Standards - FCC, IPX4
Service & Support - Limited warranty - 1 year
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