Sony MDR XB50BS vs. Marshall Minor III

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Sony MDR XB50BS and Marshall Minor III. 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. Marshall Minor III Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Sony MDR XB50BS Marshall Minor III
Product Type Earphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless
Series Sports -
Weight 22 g 4 g Marshall Minor III are lighter than Sony MDR XB50BS headphones.
Dimensions & Weight Details - Charging case: 40 g
Colour Black | Blue | Red Black
Protection Splashproof IPX4, water-resistant
Recommended Use Portable electronics 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 Marshall Minor III
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 5.2 Marshall Minor III 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 20 - 20000 Hz Sony MDR XB50BS offer a larger frequency range than Marshall Minor III.
Sensitivity - 93 dB
Impedance - 32 Ohm
Diaphragm 12 mm 12 mm Both headphones are designed with same thick diaphragm.
Magnet Material Neodymium -
MICROPHONE Sony MDR XB50BS Marshall Minor III
Form Factor Built-in Built-in
Microphone Technology Electret condenser -
Frequency Response 50 - 8000 Hz -
Audio Input Details Omni-directional -
Microphones Included - 2
REMOTE CONTROL Sony MDR XB50BS Marshall Minor III
Controls Volume control Answer/end, reject call
CABLE Sony MDR XB50BS Marshall Minor III
Cable Type Micro-USB cable - 50 cm USB-C cable - detachable
BATTERY AND CHARGING Sony MDR XB50BS Marshall Minor III
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion Headphone battery rechargeable
Battery Life 8.5 hour(s) 5 hour(s) Sony MDR XB50BS lasts longer on a single charge than the Marshall Minor III.
Battery Life Details - Continuous playback: up to 5 hours
Continuous playback (with included charging case): up to 25 hours
Standby Time 200 hours -
Charging Time 2.5 hour(s) 1.5 hour(s) Marshall Minor III recharge faster than Sony MDR XB50BS.
WIRELESS LINK Sony MDR XB50BS Marshall Minor III
Transmission Range 10 m -
Modulation Type FHSS -
Radio Frequency Range 2.4 - 2.4835GHz -
CONNECTIONS Sony MDR XB50BS Marshall Minor III
Connector Type Bluetooth
USB
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OTHERS Sony MDR XB50BS Marshall Minor III
Included Accessories Long hybrid silicone rubber earbuds (SS, S, M, L x2 sizes), arc supporters (S, M, L x2 sizes) Charging case
Compliant Standards - IPX4
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