Skullcandy XTfree vs. Jaybird X4

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Skullcandy XTfree and Jaybird X4. 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 XTfree vs. Jaybird X4 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Skullcandy XTfree Jaybird X4
Product Type Earphones - Bluetooth - wireless Earphones - Bluetooth - wireless
Height - 24.2 cm
Width - 54.5 cm
Depth - 1.3 cm
Weight - 14.7 g
Dimensions & Weight Details - Earphone: 54.5 cm x 1.3 cm x 24.2 cm / 14.7 g
Control unit: 4.25 cm x 1.16 cm x 0.53 cm
Cradle: 9.8 cm x 1.81 cm x 0.96 cm / 5.5 g
Colour Grey, red, swirl | Black Jade, alfa metallic | Flash, black metallic | Glacier, storm metallic
Protection Sweat-resistant Waterproof, sweat-resistant, IPX7
Design - Sports
Recommended Use - Portable electronics
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) - 10 m
SOUND QUALITY Skullcandy XTfree Jaybird X4
Headphones Form Factor In-ear In-ear
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless
Wireless Technology Bluetooth Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version - Bluetooth 4.1
Bluetooth Profiles - Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Serial Port Profile (SPP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP)
Bluetooth Audio Codec - SBC, AAC
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Frequency Response - 20 - 20000 Hz
Max Input Power - 10 mW
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) - <5%
Sensitivity - 99 dB
Impedance - 16 Ohm
Diaphragm - 6 mm
In-Cord Volume Control Yes Yes
MICROPHONE Skullcandy XTfree Jaybird X4
Type On-cable -
Microphone Operation Mode - Omni-directional
Audio Input Details - Omni-directional
Sensitivity - -38 dB
Max Sound Pressure - 94 dB
REMOTE CONTROL Skullcandy XTfree Jaybird X4
Controls Volume control, answer/end, play/pause Volume control, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track
BATTERY AND CHARGING Skullcandy XTfree Jaybird X4
Battery Type Headphone battery Headphone battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion
Battery Life 6 hours 8 hour(s) Jaybird X4 lasts longer on a single charge than the Skullcandy XTfree.
Charging Time - 2 hour(s)
OTHERS Skullcandy XTfree Jaybird X4
Included Accessories - Carrying pouch, clothing clip, charging cradle, 3 sizes secure-fit ear fins, Comply ultra ear tips (M/L), oval silicone ear tips (S/L), speed cinch
Service & Support - Limited warranty - 1 year
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