Philips UpBeat Metalix Pro SHB5950BK vs. Sony MDR XB80BS

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Philips UpBeat Metalix Pro SHB5950BK 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

Philips UpBeat Metalix Pro SHB5950BK vs. Sony MDR XB80BS Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Philips UpBeat Metalix Pro SHB5950BK Sony MDR XB80BS
Product Type Earphones - Bluetooth - wireless Earphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC
Series - Sports
Height 15 cm -
Width 13.5 cm -
Depth 1.6 cm -
Weight 30 g 27 g Sony MDR XB80BS are lighter than Philips UpBeat Metalix Pro SHB5950BK headphones.
Colour - Black | Blue | Red
Protection - Splashproof
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 Philips UpBeat Metalix Pro SHB5950BK Sony MDR XB80BS
Headphones Form Factor In-ear In-ear - over-the-ear mount
Headphones Technology Dynamic Dynamic
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), 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)
Noise Isolating Yes - Philips UpBeat Metalix Pro SHB5950BK are equipped with a noise isolating function.
Sound Output Mode - Stereo
Sound Effects - Extra Bass
Frequency Response 10 - 21000 Hz 4 - 24000 Hz Sony MDR XB80BS offer a larger frequency range than Philips UpBeat Metalix Pro SHB5950BK.
Max Input Power 20 mW -
Sensitivity 107 dB -
Impedance 16 Ohm -
Diaphragm PET - 8 mm 12 mm Sony MDR XB80BS have a thicker diaphragm than Philips UpBeat Metalix Pro SHB5950BK.
Magnet Material - Neodymium
MICROPHONE Philips UpBeat Metalix Pro SHB5950BK Sony MDR XB80BS
Form Factor Built-in Built-in
Frequency Response - 50 - 8000 Hz
REMOTE CONTROL Philips UpBeat Metalix Pro SHB5950BK Sony MDR XB80BS
Controls Volume control, echo control, answer/end, hold, phone/music mode, reject call Volume control
BATTERY AND CHARGING Philips UpBeat Metalix Pro SHB5950BK Sony MDR XB80BS
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable - lithium polymer Headphone battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion
Battery Life 7 hours 7 hour(s) Both headphones last the same amount of time on a single charge.
Standby Time 160 hours 200 hours Sony MDR XB80BS have longer standby time than Philips UpBeat Metalix Pro SHB5950BK.
Charging Time - 2 hour(s)
WIRELESS LINK Philips UpBeat Metalix Pro SHB5950BK 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 Philips UpBeat Metalix Pro SHB5950BK Sony MDR XB80BS
Connector Type Bluetooth Bluetooth
USB
OTHERS Philips UpBeat Metalix Pro SHB5950BK Sony MDR XB80BS
Included Accessories USB cable Carrying pouch, cord adjuster, 4 pairs of ear tips (supersmall, small, medium, large)
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