Sony MDR XB50BS vs. Beats Studio Buds

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of Sony MDR XB50BS and Beats Studio Buds. Compare design, sound quality and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect headphones. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the headphones that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.

Headphones Specifications Comparison

Sony MDR XB50BS vs. Beats Studio Buds Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Sony MDR XB50BS Beats Studio Buds
Product Type Earphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless
Series Sports -
Height - 1.5 cm
Width - 1.85 cm
Depth - 2.05 cm
Weight 22 g 5 g Beats Studio Buds are lighter than Sony MDR XB50BS headphones.
Dimensions & Weight Details - Charging case: 5.1 cm x 7.2 cm x 2.55 cm / 48 g
Colour Black | Blue | Red Ocean blue | Sunset pink | Moon grey | Black | White | Beats Red
Protection Splashproof Sweat-resistant, IPX4, water-resistant
Recommended Use Portable electronics Portable electronics
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) 10 m -
SOUND QUALITY Sony MDR XB50BS Beats Studio Buds
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) -
Active Noise Cancelling - Yes Beats Studio Buds are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Noise Isolating - Yes Beats Studio Buds are equipped with a noise isolating function.
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Sound Effects Extra Bass -
Frequency Response 4 - 24000 Hz -
Diaphragm 12 mm -
Magnet Material Neodymium -
Features - Fast Fuel technology
MICROPHONE Sony MDR XB50BS Beats Studio Buds
Form Factor Built-in Built-in
Microphone Technology Electret condenser -
Frequency Response 50 - 8000 Hz -
Audio Input Details Omni-directional -
REMOTE CONTROL Sony MDR XB50BS Beats Studio Buds
Controls Volume control Answer/end, next/previous track, voice assistant, ANC/transparency
CABLE Sony MDR XB50BS Beats Studio Buds
Cable Type Micro-USB cable - 50 cm USB-C to USB-C cable
FEATURES Sony MDR XB50BS Beats Studio Buds
Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible - Yes
Intelligent Assistant - Siri
Additional Functions - Transparency mode
BATTERY AND CHARGING Sony MDR XB50BS Beats Studio Buds
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion Headphone battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion
Battery Life 8.5 hour(s) 8 hour(s) Sony MDR XB50BS lasts longer on a single charge than the Beats Studio Buds.
Battery Life Details - Continuous playback (with included charging case): up to 24 hours
Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON): up to 5 hours
Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON / with included charging case): up to 15 hours
Continuous playback (noise cancelling OFF): up to 8 hours
Standby Time 200 hours -
Charging Time 2.5 hour(s) -
WIRELESS LINK Sony MDR XB50BS Beats Studio Buds
Transmission Range 10 m -
Modulation Type FHSS -
Radio Frequency Range 2.4 - 2.4835GHz -
CONNECTIONS Sony MDR XB50BS Beats Studio Buds
Connector Type Bluetooth
USB
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OTHERS Sony MDR XB50BS Beats Studio Buds
Included Accessories Long hybrid silicone rubber earbuds (SS, S, M, L x2 sizes), arc supporters (S, M, L x2 sizes) Charging case, logo sticker, USB-C to USB-C charging cable, 3 pairs of silicone ear tips (S, M, L)
Compatibility - iPhone, iPad, iPod, Android phone, Mac, Android tablet
Compliant Standards - Bluetooth Class 1
Service & Support - Limited warranty - 1 year
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