Sony MDR XB50BS vs. Microsoft Surface Earbuds

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

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.

Headphones Specifications Comparison

Sony MDR XB50BS vs. Microsoft Surface Earbuds Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Sony MDR XB50BS Microsoft Surface Earbuds
Product Type Earphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless
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
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
Headphones Form Factor In-ear Ear-bud
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
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 Microsoft Surface Earbuds
Controls Volume control Volume, answer/end, next/previous track
CABLE Sony MDR XB50BS Microsoft Surface Earbuds
Cable Type Micro-USB cable - 50 cm -
BATTERY AND CHARGING Sony MDR XB50BS Microsoft Surface Earbuds
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion Headphone battery rechargeable
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
Standby Time 200 hours -
Charging Time 2.5 hour(s) -
WIRELESS LINK Sony MDR XB50BS Microsoft Surface Earbuds
Transmission Range 10 m -
Modulation Type FHSS -
Radio Frequency Range 2.4 - 2.4835GHz -
CONNECTIONS Sony MDR XB50BS Microsoft Surface Earbuds
Connector Type Bluetooth
USB
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OTHERS Sony MDR XB50BS Microsoft Surface Earbuds
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
Compatibility - iPhone, iPad, iPod, Android phone, Windows
Service & Support - Limited warranty - 1 year
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