Skullcandy HESH 3 vs. Sony WH-XB700

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Skullcandy HESH 3 and Sony WH-XB700. Compare design, audio features, functions and other important specifications to easily choose the right headphones for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the headphones that will best fit your needs.

Headphones Specifications Comparison

Skullcandy HESH 3 vs. Sony WH-XB700 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Skullcandy HESH 3 Sony WH-XB700
Product Type Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC - 3.5 mm jack
Weight 200 g 196 g Sony WH-XB700 are lighter than Skullcandy HESH 3 headphones.
Colour Red | Blue | Black | Grey | White/crimson | Psycho tropical Black | Blue
Earpad Material Memory foam -
Recommended Use - Portable electronics
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) - 10 m
SOUND QUALITY Skullcandy HESH 3 Sony WH-XB700
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
Headphones Technology - Dynamic
Ear Cups Type - Closed
Foldable Yes - Skullcandy HESH 3 can be folded.
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless
Wireless Technology Bluetooth Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version - Bluetooth 4.2
Bluetooth Profiles - Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP)
Bluetooth Audio Codec - SBC, AAC, aptX
Noise Isolating Yes - Skullcandy HESH 3 are equipped with a noise isolating function.
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Sound Effects - Digital Sound Enhancement Engine (DSEE)
Frequency Response 20 - 20000 Hz 5 - 22000 Hz Sony WH-XB700 offer a larger frequency range than Skullcandy HESH 3.
Sensitivity - 103 dB/mW
Impedance 32 Ohm 37 Ohm
Diaphragm 40 mm 40 mm Both headphones are designed with same thick diaphragm.
Magnet Material - Neodymium
MICROPHONE Skullcandy HESH 3 Sony WH-XB700
Form Factor Built-in Built-in
REMOTE CONTROL Skullcandy HESH 3 Sony WH-XB700
Controls Volume control, answer/end, next/previous track Volume
CABLE Skullcandy HESH 3 Sony WH-XB700
Cable Type Headphones cable - detachable
Micro-USB to USB power cable - detachable
Headphones cable - detachable - 1.2 m
USB charge cable - detachable
Cable Length - 1.2 m
Plated Connector - Gold
BATTERY AND CHARGING Skullcandy HESH 3 Sony WH-XB700
Battery Type Headphone battery Lithium Ion Headphone battery rechargeable
Battery Life 22 hours 30 hour(s) Sony WH-XB700 lasts longer on a single charge than the Skullcandy HESH 3.
Standby Time - 300 hours
Charging Time - 4 hour(s)
CONNECTIONS Skullcandy HESH 3 Sony WH-XB700
Connector Type Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole) USB
Bluetooth
Headphones (mini-phone 3.5 mm 4-pole)
OTHERS Skullcandy HESH 3 Sony WH-XB700
Service & Support Limited warranty - 2 years Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year
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