In depth comparison and review of Sony MDR XB50BS and Microsoft Surface Earbuds. Compare design, audio features, functions and other important specifications to easily choose the right headphones for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the headphones that will best fit your needs.
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | Sony MDR XB50BS | Microsoft Surface Earbuds |
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Product Type | Earphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC | True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless | |
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Series | Sports | - | |
Weight | 22 g | - | |
Dimensions & Weight Details | - | Charging case: 7.5 cm x 3.32 cm x 2.5 cm / 40 g Earbud: 2.5 cm x 2.5 cm x 1.99 cm / 7.2 g |
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Colour | Black | Blue | Red | Glacier | |
Protection | Splashproof | Waterproof, IPX4 | |
Recommended Use | Portable electronics | - | |
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) | 10 m | - |
SOUND QUALITY | Sony MDR XB50BS | Microsoft Surface Earbuds |
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Headphones Form Factor | In-ear | Ear-bud | |
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Headphones Technology | Dynamic | - | |
Connectivity Technology | Wireless | Wireless | |
Wireless Technology | Bluetooth | Bluetooth | |
Bluetooth Version | Bluetooth 4.1 | Bluetooth 4.1 | Both headphones have the same Bluetooth version. |
Bluetooth Profiles | Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP) | - | |
Bluetooth Audio Codec | - | SBC, aptX | |
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 Microsoft Surface Earbuds. |
Diaphragm | 12 mm | 13.6 mm | Microsoft Surface Earbuds have a thicker diaphragm than Sony MDR XB50BS. |
Magnet Material | Neodymium | - |
MICROPHONE | Sony MDR XB50BS | Microsoft Surface Earbuds |
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Form Factor | Built-in | Built-in | |
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Microphone Technology | Electret condenser | - | |
Frequency Response | 50 - 8000 Hz | - | |
Audio Input Details | Omni-directional | - | |
Microphones Included | - | 2 |
REMOTE CONTROL | Sony MDR XB50BS | Microsoft Surface Earbuds |
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Controls | Volume control | Volume, answer/end, next/previous track |
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CABLE | Sony MDR XB50BS | Microsoft Surface Earbuds |
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Cable Type | Micro-USB cable - 50 cm | - |
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BATTERY AND CHARGING | Sony MDR XB50BS | Microsoft Surface Earbuds |
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Battery Type | Headphone battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion | Headphone battery rechargeable | |
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Battery Life | 8.5 hour(s) | 7 hour(s) | Sony MDR XB50BS lasts longer on a single charge than the Microsoft Surface Earbuds. |
Battery Life Details | - | Continuous playback: up to 7 hours Continuous playback (with included charging case): up to 24 hours |
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Standby Time | 200 hours | - | |
Charging Time | 2.5 hour(s) | - |
WIRELESS LINK | Sony MDR XB50BS | Microsoft Surface Earbuds |
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Transmission Range | 10 m | - | |
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Modulation Type | FHSS | - | |
Radio Frequency Range | 2.4 - 2.4835GHz | - |
CONNECTIONS | Sony MDR XB50BS | Microsoft Surface Earbuds |
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Connector Type | Bluetooth USB |
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OTHERS | Sony MDR XB50BS | Microsoft Surface Earbuds |
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Included Accessories | Long hybrid silicone rubber earbuds (SS, S, M, L x2 sizes), arc supporters (S, M, L x2 sizes) | Charging case, 3 pairs of silicone ear tips (small, medium, large), USB-C to USB-A cable | |
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Compatibility | - | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Android phone, Windows | |
Service & Support | - | Limited warranty - 1 year |