Poly - Plantronics Backbeat 505 vs. Skullcandy Riff

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Poly - Plantronics Backbeat 505 and Skullcandy Riff. 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

Poly - Plantronics Backbeat 505 vs. Skullcandy Riff Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Poly - Plantronics Backbeat 505 Skullcandy Riff
Product Type Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - 3.5 mm jack Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless
Series 500 Series -
Height - 18.05 cm
Width - 15.55 cm
Depth - 7.18 cm
Weight 155 g 160 g Poly - Plantronics Backbeat 505 are lighter than Poly - Plantronics Backbeat 505 headphones.
Colour Dark grey Crimson | White, crimson | Grey | Blue, sunset, speckle | Black
Earpad Material Memory foam -
Recommended Use - Portable electronics
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) 10 m -
SOUND QUALITY Poly - Plantronics Backbeat 505 Skullcandy Riff
Headphones Form Factor On-ear On-ear
Adjustable Headband - Yes
Foldable - Yes Skullcandy Riff can be folded.
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless
Wireless Technology Bluetooth Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 4.1 Bluetooth 4.1 Both headphones have the same Bluetooth version.
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Frequency Response - 20 - 20000 Hz
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) - <1%
Sensitivity - 98 dB
Impedance - 32 Ohm
Diaphragm 40 mm 40 mm Both headphones are designed with same thick diaphragm.
MICROPHONE Poly - Plantronics Backbeat 505 Skullcandy Riff
Form Factor Built-in Built-in
REMOTE CONTROL Poly - Plantronics Backbeat 505 Skullcandy Riff
Controls Volume, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track Volume control, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track, voice assistant
CABLE Poly - Plantronics Backbeat 505 Skullcandy Riff
Cable Type - Headphones cable - straight - 1.2 m
Cable Length - 1.2 m
BATTERY AND CHARGING Poly - Plantronics Backbeat 505 Skullcandy Riff
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable Headphone battery rechargeable
Battery Capacity - 280 mAh
Battery Life 18 hour(s) 12 hour(s) Poly - Plantronics Backbeat 505 lasts longer on a single charge than the Skullcandy Riff.
WIRELESS LINK Poly - Plantronics Backbeat 505 Skullcandy Riff
Transmission Range 10 m -
CONNECTIONS Poly - Plantronics Backbeat 505 Skullcandy Riff
Connector Type Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole) Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole)
OTHERS Poly - Plantronics Backbeat 505 Skullcandy Riff
Included Accessories - USB charging cable (120cm)
Service & Support - Limited warranty - 2 years
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