Sony MDR XB50BS vs. Jabra Elite 7 Active

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of Sony MDR XB50BS and Jabra Elite 7 Active. 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. Jabra Elite 7 Active Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Sony MDR XB50BS Jabra Elite 7 Active
Product Type Earphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless
Series Sports -
Weight 22 g -
Dimensions & Weight Details - Earbud: 1.95 cm x 1.8 cm x 1.63 cm / 5.5 g
Charging case: 4.03 cm x 6.96 cm x 2.53 cm / 44 g
Colour Black | Blue | Red Black | Navy | Mint
Protection Splashproof Waterproof, sweat-resistant, IP57
Recommended Use Portable electronics Portable electronics, computer
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) 10 m 10 m The maximum operating distance of both headphones is the same.
SOUND QUALITY Sony MDR XB50BS Jabra Elite 7 Active
Headphones Form Factor In-ear In-ear
Headphones Technology Dynamic -
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless
Wireless Technology Bluetooth Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 4.1 Bluetooth 5.2 Jabra Elite 7 Active 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), Headset Profile (HSP), Serial Port Profile (SPP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP)
Bluetooth Audio Codec - SBC, AAC
Active Noise Cancelling - Yes Jabra Elite 7 Active are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Noise Isolating - Yes Jabra Elite 7 Active are equipped with a noise isolating function.
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Sound Effects Extra Bass HD Voice
Frequency Response 4 - 24000 Hz 20 - 20000 Hz Sony MDR XB50BS offer a larger frequency range than Jabra Elite 7 Active.
Diaphragm 12 mm 6 mm Sony MDR XB50BS have a thicker diaphragm than Jabra Elite 7 Active.
Simultaneously Connectable Devices Qty (Multipoint) - 2 Jabra Elite 7 Active have the ability to connect to multiple devices simultaneously.
Magnet Material Neodymium -
Features - PeakStop technology, Auto Pause, Jabra ShakeGrip
MICROPHONE Sony MDR XB50BS Jabra Elite 7 Active
Form Factor Built-in Built-in
Microphone Technology Electret condenser -
Frequency Response 50 - 8000 Hz 80 - 8000 Hz Sony MDR XB50BS offer a larger microphone frequency range than Jabra Elite 7 Active.
Audio Input Details Omni-directional -
Microphones Included - 6
REMOTE CONTROL Sony MDR XB50BS Jabra Elite 7 Active
Controls Volume control Mute, volume, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track, reject call, HearThrough, voice assistant, ANC mode
CABLE Sony MDR XB50BS Jabra Elite 7 Active
Cable Type Micro-USB cable - 50 cm USB-C to USB-A cable - 30 cm
FEATURES Sony MDR XB50BS Jabra Elite 7 Active
Features - Auto power on/off
Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible - Yes
Intelligent Assistant - Siri, Google Assistant, Alexa
Sensors - In-ear detection sensor
Additional Functions - DSP
BATTERY AND CHARGING Sony MDR XB50BS Jabra Elite 7 Active
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion Rechargeable - Lithium Ion - - wireless charging
Battery Life 8.5 hour(s) 8 hour(s) Sony MDR XB50BS lasts longer on a single charge than the Jabra Elite 7 Active.
Battery Life Details - Continuous talk: up to 6 hours
Continuous playback: up to 8 hours
Continuous playback (with included charging case): up to 30 hours
Standby Time 200 hours 292 days Jabra Elite 7 Active have longer standby time than Sony MDR XB50BS.
Wireless Charging Standards - Qi
Charging Time 2.5 hour(s) 2.5 hour(s) The charging of both headphones last the same time.
Auto On/Off - Yes
WIRELESS LINK Sony MDR XB50BS Jabra Elite 7 Active
Transmission Range 10 m -
Modulation Type FHSS -
Radio Frequency Range 2.4 - 2.4835GHz -
CONNECTIONS Sony MDR XB50BS Jabra Elite 7 Active
Connector Type Bluetooth
USB
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OTHERS Sony MDR XB50BS Jabra Elite 7 Active
Included Accessories Long hybrid silicone rubber earbuds (SS, S, M, L x2 sizes), arc supporters (S, M, L x2 sizes) 3 pairs of EarGels, wireless charging case, USB-C to USB-A charging cable
Software Included - Jabra Sound+
Compatibility - iPhone, Android phone
Compliant Standards - FCC, RoHS, REACH, MFI, Qi, ISED
Service & Support - Limited warranty - 2 years with product registration
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