Sony MDR XB50BS vs. JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Sony MDR XB50BS and JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC. 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. JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Sony MDR XB50BS JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC
Product Type Earphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless
Series Sports -
Weight 22 g 10 g JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC are lighter than Sony MDR XB50BS headphones.
Dimensions & Weight Details - Charging case: 144 g
Colour Black | Blue | Red Black
Protection Splashproof Dirt-resistant, sweat-resistant, water-resistant
Design - Sports
Recommended Use 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 JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC
Headphones Form Factor In-ear In-ear - over-the-ear mount
Headphones Technology Dynamic Dynamic
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless
Wireless Technology Bluetooth Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 4.1 Bluetooth 5.0 JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC 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) -
Active Noise Cancelling - Yes JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Active Noise Cancelling Technology - JLab Smart ANC
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Sound Effects Extra Bass -
Frequency Response 4 - 24000 Hz 20 - 20000 Hz Sony MDR XB50BS offer a larger frequency range than JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC.
Impedance - 32 Ohm
Max Sound Pressure - 110 dB
Diaphragm 12 mm 8 mm Sony MDR XB50BS have a thicker diaphragm than JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC.
Magnet Material Neodymium Neodymium
MICROPHONE Sony MDR XB50BS JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC
Form Factor Built-in Built-in
Microphone Technology Electret condenser -
Frequency Response 50 - 8000 Hz -
Audio Input Details Omni-directional -
Sensitivity - -40 dB
Microphones Included - 3
REMOTE CONTROL Sony MDR XB50BS JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC
Controls Volume control Volume, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track, reject call, equaliser preset, ANC on/off
CABLE Sony MDR XB50BS JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC
Cable Type Micro-USB cable - 50 cm -
FEATURES Sony MDR XB50BS JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC
Intelligent Assistant - Google Assistant ready, Siri ready
Sensors - On-ear detection
BATTERY AND CHARGING Sony MDR XB50BS JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion Headphone battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity - 120 mAh
Battery Life 8.5 hour(s) 70 hour(s) JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC lasts longer on a single charge than the Sony MDR XB50BS.
Battery Life Details - Continuous playback (active noise-cancelling on) (with included charging case): up to 50 hours
Continuous playback (with included charging case): up to 70 hours
Continuous playback: up to 15 hours
Continuous playback (active noise-cancelling on): up to 11 hours
Standby Time 200 hours 100 hours Sony MDR XB50BS have longer standby time than JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC.
Charging Time 2.5 hour(s) 3 hour(s) Sony MDR XB50BS recharge faster than Sony MDR XB50BS.
WIRELESS LINK Sony MDR XB50BS JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC
Transmission Range 10 m -
Modulation Type FHSS -
Radio Frequency Range 2.4 - 2.4835GHz -
CONNECTIONS Sony MDR XB50BS JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC
Connector Type Bluetooth
USB
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OTHERS Sony MDR XB50BS JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC
Included Accessories Long hybrid silicone rubber earbuds (SS, S, M, L x2 sizes), arc supporters (S, M, L x2 sizes) 3 pairs of gel ear tips, charging case (1000 mAh), Cloud Foam eartips (M) set, 2 pairs of Extra Long tips (medium, large)
Compliant Standards - Bluetooth Class 1, IP66
Service & Support - Limited warranty - 2 years
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