Skullcandy XTfree vs. Sony MDR XB50BS

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Skullcandy XTfree and Sony MDR XB50BS. 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. Sony MDR XB50BS Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Skullcandy XTfree Sony MDR XB50BS
Product Type Earphones - Bluetooth - wireless Earphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC
Series - Sports
Weight - 22 g
Colour Grey, red, swirl | Black Black | Blue | Red
Protection Sweat-resistant Splashproof
Recommended Use - Portable electronics
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) - 10 m
SOUND QUALITY Skullcandy XTfree Sony MDR XB50BS
Headphones Form Factor In-ear In-ear
Headphones Technology - Dynamic
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless
Wireless Technology Bluetooth Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version - Bluetooth 4.1
Bluetooth Profiles - Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP)
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Sound Effects - Extra Bass
Frequency Response - 4 - 24000 Hz
Diaphragm - 12 mm
Magnet Material - Neodymium
In-Cord Volume Control Yes -
MICROPHONE Skullcandy XTfree Sony MDR XB50BS
Form Factor - Built-in
Type On-cable -
Microphone Technology - Electret condenser
Frequency Response - 50 - 8000 Hz
Audio Input Details - Omni-directional
REMOTE CONTROL Skullcandy XTfree Sony MDR XB50BS
Controls Volume control, answer/end, play/pause Volume control
CABLE Skullcandy XTfree Sony MDR XB50BS
Cable Type - Micro-USB cable - 50 cm
BATTERY AND CHARGING Skullcandy XTfree Sony MDR XB50BS
Battery Type Headphone battery Headphone battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion
Battery Life 6 hours 8.5 hour(s) Sony MDR XB50BS lasts longer on a single charge than the Skullcandy XTfree.
Standby Time - 200 hours
Charging Time - 2.5 hour(s)
WIRELESS LINK Skullcandy XTfree Sony MDR XB50BS
Transmission Range - 10 m
Modulation Type - FHSS
Radio Frequency Range - 2.4 - 2.4835GHz
CONNECTIONS Skullcandy XTfree Sony MDR XB50BS
Connector Type - Bluetooth
USB
OTHERS Skullcandy XTfree Sony MDR XB50BS
Included Accessories - Long hybrid silicone rubber earbuds (SS, S, M, L x2 sizes), arc supporters (S, M, L x2 sizes)
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