Sony MDR XB50BS vs. Google Pixel Buds

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

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.

Headphones Specifications Comparison

Sony MDR XB50BS vs. Google Pixel Buds Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Sony MDR XB50BS Google Pixel Buds
Product Type Earphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless
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
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
Headphones Form Factor In-ear In-ear
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
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 Google Pixel Buds
Controls Volume control Voice assistant
CABLE Sony MDR XB50BS Google Pixel Buds
Cable Type Micro-USB cable - 50 cm USB-C to USB-A cable
BATTERY AND CHARGING Sony MDR XB50BS Google Pixel Buds
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion Headphone battery rechargeable
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
Transmission Range 10 m -
Modulation Type FHSS -
Radio Frequency Range 2.4 - 2.4835GHz -
CONNECTIONS Sony MDR XB50BS Google Pixel Buds
Connector Type Bluetooth
USB
USB (power only) (USB Type-C)
OTHERS Sony MDR XB50BS Google Pixel Buds
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
Compatibility - iPhone, iPad, iPod, Android phone
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