Detailed comparison and review of Sony MDR XB50BS and Google Pixel Buds. 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.
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | Sony MDR XB50BS | Google Pixel Buds |
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Product Type | Earphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC | True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless | |
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Series | Sports | - | |
Height | - | 1.82 cm | |
Width | - | 2.05 cm | |
Depth | - | 1.95 cm | |
Weight | 22 g | 5.3 g | Google Pixel Buds are lighter than Sony MDR XB50BS headphones. |
Dimensions & Weight Details | - | Earbud: 2.05 cm x 1.95 cm x 1.82 cm / 5.3 g Charging case: 6.3 cm x 4.7 cm x 2.5 cm / 56.1 g Charging case with earphones: 6.3 cm x 4.7 cm x 2.5 cm / 66.7 g |
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Colour | Black | Blue | Red | Clearly white | Almost black | Just black | |
Protection | Splashproof | Sweat-resistant, IPX4, water-resistant | |
Recommended Use | Portable electronics | Portable electronics | |
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) | 10 m | - |
SOUND QUALITY | Sony MDR XB50BS | Google Pixel Buds |
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Headphones Form Factor | In-ear | In-ear | |
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Headphones Technology | Dynamic | Dynamic | |
Connectivity Technology | Wireless | Wireless | |
Wireless Technology | Bluetooth | Bluetooth | |
Bluetooth Version | Bluetooth 4.1 | Bluetooth 5.0 | Google Pixel Buds 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) | - | |
Sound Output Mode | Stereo | Stereo | |
Sound Effects | Extra Bass | - | |
Frequency Response | 4 - 24000 Hz | - | |
Diaphragm | 12 mm | 12 mm | Both headphones are designed with same thick diaphragm. |
Magnet Material | Neodymium | - |
MICROPHONE | Sony MDR XB50BS | Google Pixel Buds |
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Form Factor | Built-in | Built-in | |
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Microphone Technology | Electret condenser | - | |
Frequency Response | 50 - 8000 Hz | - | |
Audio Input Details | Omni-directional | - |
REMOTE CONTROL | Sony MDR XB50BS | Google Pixel Buds |
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Controls | Volume control | Voice assistant |
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CABLE | Sony MDR XB50BS | Google Pixel Buds |
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Cable Type | Micro-USB cable - 50 cm | USB-C to USB-A cable |
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BATTERY AND CHARGING | Sony MDR XB50BS | Google Pixel Buds |
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Battery Type | Headphone battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion | Headphone battery rechargeable | |
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Battery Capacity | - | 120 mAh | |
Battery Life | 8.5 hour(s) | 5 hour(s) | Sony MDR XB50BS lasts longer on a single charge than the Google Pixel Buds. |
Battery Life Details | - | Continuous talk: up to 2.5 hours | |
Standby Time | 200 hours | - | |
Charging Time | 2.5 hour(s) | 1 hour(s) | Google Pixel Buds recharge faster than Sony MDR XB50BS. |
WIRELESS LINK | Sony MDR XB50BS | Google Pixel Buds |
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Transmission Range | 10 m | - | |
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Modulation Type | FHSS | - | |
Radio Frequency Range | 2.4 - 2.4835GHz | - |
CONNECTIONS | Sony MDR XB50BS | Google Pixel Buds |
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Connector Type | Bluetooth USB |
USB (power only) (USB Type-C) |
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OTHERS | Sony MDR XB50BS | Google Pixel Buds |
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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 (small, medium, large), wireless charging case | |
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Compatibility | - | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Android phone |