Sony MDR XB50BS vs. Anker SoundBuds Slim+

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Sony MDR XB50BS and Anker SoundBuds Slim+. 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

Sony MDR XB50BS vs. Anker SoundBuds Slim+ Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Sony MDR XB50BS Anker SoundBuds Slim+
Product Type Earphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC Earphones - Bluetooth - wireless
Series Sports -
Weight 22 g 16 g Anker SoundBuds Slim+ are lighter than Sony MDR XB50BS headphones.
Colour Black | Blue | Red Black
Protection Splashproof IPX5, water-resistant
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 Sony MDR XB50BS Anker SoundBuds Slim+
Headphones Form Factor In-ear In-ear
Headphones Technology 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) -
Bluetooth Audio Codec - aptX
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Sound Effects Extra Bass -
Frequency Response 4 - 24000 Hz 20 - 20000 Hz Sony MDR XB50BS offer a larger frequency range than Anker SoundBuds Slim+.
Impedance - 16 Ohm
Diaphragm 12 mm 6 mm Sony MDR XB50BS have a thicker diaphragm than Anker SoundBuds Slim+.
Magnet Material Neodymium -
Features - Bluetooth aptX technology
In-Cord Volume Control - Yes
MICROPHONE Sony MDR XB50BS Anker SoundBuds Slim+
Form Factor Built-in -
Type - On-cable
Microphone Technology Electret condenser -
Frequency Response 50 - 8000 Hz -
Audio Input Details Omni-directional -
REMOTE CONTROL Sony MDR XB50BS Anker SoundBuds Slim+
Controls Volume control Power on/off, volume control, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track, 3-button remote
CABLE Sony MDR XB50BS Anker SoundBuds Slim+
Cable Type Micro-USB cable - 50 cm USB charge cable - detachable
FEATURES Sony MDR XB50BS Anker SoundBuds Slim+
Intelligent Assistant - Siri
BATTERY AND CHARGING Sony MDR XB50BS Anker SoundBuds Slim+
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion Headphone battery rechargeable
Battery Life 8.5 hour(s) 7 hours Sony MDR XB50BS lasts longer on a single charge than the Anker SoundBuds Slim+.
Standby Time 200 hours -
Charging Time 2.5 hour(s) 1.5 hours Anker SoundBuds Slim+ recharge faster than Sony MDR XB50BS.
WIRELESS LINK Sony MDR XB50BS Anker SoundBuds Slim+
Transmission Range 10 m -
Modulation Type FHSS -
Radio Frequency Range 2.4 - 2.4835GHz -
CONNECTIONS Sony MDR XB50BS Anker SoundBuds Slim+
Connector Type Bluetooth
USB
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OTHERS Sony MDR XB50BS Anker SoundBuds Slim+
Included Accessories Long hybrid silicone rubber earbuds (SS, S, M, L x2 sizes), arc supporters (S, M, L x2 sizes) 4 pairs of ear tips, 2 pairs of earhooks
Service & Support - Limited warranty - 18 months
Technical support - lifetime
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