Sony MDR XB50BS vs. JBL Quantum TWS

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Sony MDR XB50BS and JBL Quantum TWS. 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. JBL Quantum TWS Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Sony MDR XB50BS JBL Quantum TWS
Product Type Earphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless - USB-C via Bluetooth adapter
Series Sports -
Weight 22 g -
Dimensions & Weight Details - Charging case: 42.4 g
Earbud: 5.5 g
USB-C adapter: 2.5 g
Colour Black | Blue | Red Black
Protection Splashproof IPX4
Recommended Use Portable electronics Portable electronics
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) 10 m -
SOUND QUALITY Sony MDR XB50BS JBL Quantum TWS
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 JBL Quantum TWS 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 JBL Quantum TWS are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Active Noise Cancelling Technology - True Adaptive Noise Canceling
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Sound Effects Extra Bass QuantumSURROUND
Frequency Response 4 - 24000 Hz 20 - 20000 Hz Sony MDR XB50BS offer a larger frequency range than JBL Quantum TWS.
Diaphragm 12 mm -
Simultaneously Connectable Devices Qty (Multipoint) - 2 JBL Quantum TWS have the ability to connect to multiple devices simultaneously.
Magnet Material Neodymium -
Features - Ambient Aware, Low Latency Mode
MICROPHONE Sony MDR XB50BS JBL Quantum TWS
Form Factor Built-in Built-in
Microphone Technology Electret condenser -
Microphone Operation Mode - Beamforming
Frequency Response 50 - 8000 Hz -
Audio Input Details Omni-directional -
Microphones Included - 6
REMOTE CONTROL Sony MDR XB50BS JBL Quantum TWS
Controls Volume control -
CABLE Sony MDR XB50BS JBL Quantum TWS
Cable Type Micro-USB cable - 50 cm USB-C charge cable - detachable
BATTERY AND CHARGING Sony MDR XB50BS JBL Quantum TWS
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion 2 x headphone battery rechargeable - lithium polymer
Battery Capacity - 51 mAh
Battery Life 8.5 hour(s) -
Battery Life Details - Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON (Hybrid) / Bluetooth): up to 6 hours
Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON (Adaptive) / Bluetooth): up to 5 hours
Continuous playback (noise cancelling OFF): up to 8 hours
Continuous talk: up to 4 hours
Standby Time 200 hours -
Charging Time 2.5 hour(s) 2 hour(s) JBL Quantum TWS recharge faster than Sony MDR XB50BS.
Included Qty - 2
WIRELESS LINK Sony MDR XB50BS JBL Quantum TWS
Transmission Range 10 m -
Modulation Type FHSS -
Radio Frequency Range 2.4 - 2.4835GHz -
CONNECTIONS Sony MDR XB50BS JBL Quantum TWS
Connector Type Bluetooth
USB
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OTHERS Sony MDR XB50BS JBL Quantum TWS
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, Bluetooth USB-C adapter, USB-C charging cable, charging case (340 mAh)
Compliant Standards - IPX4
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