Sony MDR XB50BS vs. Fairphone

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Sony MDR XB50BS and Fairphone. With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare design, sound quality, but also other key features of both headphones and easily decide which ones are the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the headphones that best fit your needs and expectations.

Headphones Specifications Comparison

Sony MDR XB50BS vs. Fairphone Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Sony MDR XB50BS Fairphone
Product Type Earphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless
Series Sports -
Weight 22 g -
Dimensions & Weight Details - Charging case with earphones: 6.04 cm x 2.47 cm x 5.4 cm / 46 g
Colour Black | Blue | Red Black
Protection Splashproof Splashproof, IPX4
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 Fairphone
Headphones Form Factor In-ear In-ear
Headphones Technology Dynamic -
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless
Wireless Technology Bluetooth Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 4.1 Bluetooth 5.3 Fairphone have a more advanced version of Bluetooth than Sony MDR XB50BS.
Bluetooth Profiles Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP) Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP)
Active Noise Cancelling - Yes Fairphone are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Sound Effects Extra Bass -
Frequency Response 4 - 24000 Hz -
Sensitivity - 101 dB +/- 3dB
Impedance - 32 Ohm
Diaphragm 12 mm 10 mm Sony MDR XB50BS have a thicker diaphragm than Fairphone.
Magnet Material Neodymium -
MICROPHONE Sony MDR XB50BS Fairphone
Form Factor Built-in Built-in
Microphone Technology Electret condenser -
Noise Cancelling - Yes Fairphone microphone can cancel out ambient noise.
Frequency Response 50 - 8000 Hz -
Audio Input Details Omni-directional -
Microphones Included - 4
REMOTE CONTROL Sony MDR XB50BS Fairphone
Controls Volume control -
CABLE Sony MDR XB50BS Fairphone
Cable Type Micro-USB cable - 50 cm -
FEATURES Sony MDR XB50BS Fairphone
Features - Touch control, wear detection
BATTERY AND CHARGING Sony MDR XB50BS Fairphone
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion Headphone battery rechargeable
Battery Capacity - 45 mAh
Battery Life 8.5 hour(s) 5 hours Sony MDR XB50BS lasts longer on a single charge than the Fairphone.
Standby Time 200 hours 180 days Fairphone have longer standby time than Sony MDR XB50BS.
Charging Time 2.5 hour(s) 1.5 hours Fairphone recharge faster than Sony MDR XB50BS.
Included Qty - 2
WIRELESS LINK Sony MDR XB50BS Fairphone
Transmission Range 10 m -
Modulation Type FHSS -
Radio Frequency Range 2.4 - 2.4835GHz -
CONNECTIONS Sony MDR XB50BS Fairphone
Connector Type Bluetooth
USB
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OTHERS Sony MDR XB50BS Fairphone
Included Accessories Long hybrid silicone rubber earbuds (SS, S, M, L x2 sizes), arc supporters (S, M, L x2 sizes) 3 pairs of ear tips, charging case (500 mAh)
Service & Support - Limited warranty - 2 years
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