Sony MDR XB50BS vs. Philips TAT3217WT

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Sony MDR XB50BS and Philips TAT3217WT. 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. Philips TAT3217WT Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Sony MDR XB50BS Philips TAT3217WT
Product Type Earphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless
Series Sports -
Weight 22 g 51 g Sony MDR XB50BS are lighter than Sony MDR XB50BS headphones.
Dimensions & Weight Details - Earbud: 3.41 cm x 2 cm x 2.18 cm
Charging case: 6.25 cm x 2.4 cm x 4.56 cm
Colour Black | Blue | Red White
Protection Splashproof Splashproof
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 Philips TAT3217WT
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 Philips TAT3217WT 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)
Bluetooth Audio Codec - SBC
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 Philips TAT3217WT.
Max Input Power - 5 mW
Sensitivity - 101.5 dB
Impedance - 16 Ohm
Diaphragm 12 mm 10 mm Sony MDR XB50BS have a thicker diaphragm than Philips TAT3217WT.
Magnet Material Neodymium -
MICROPHONE Sony MDR XB50BS Philips TAT3217WT
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 Philips TAT3217WT
Controls Volume control Voice assistant
CABLE Sony MDR XB50BS Philips TAT3217WT
Cable Type Micro-USB cable - 50 cm USB-C cable - detachable - 50 cm
FEATURES Sony MDR XB50BS Philips TAT3217WT
Features - Touch control
Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible - Yes
Communications Technology - Bluetooth
Voice Control - Indirect
Intelligent Assistant - Google Assistant ready, Siri ready
BATTERY AND CHARGING Sony MDR XB50BS Philips TAT3217WT
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion Headphone battery rechargeable - lithium polymer
Battery Capacity - 40 mAh
Battery Life 8.5 hour(s) 6 hour(s) Sony MDR XB50BS lasts longer on a single charge than the Philips TAT3217WT.
Battery Life Details - Continuous playback: up to 6 hours
Continuous playback (with included charging case): up to 26 hours
Standby Time 200 hours -
Charging Time 2.5 hour(s) 2 hour(s) Philips TAT3217WT recharge faster than Sony MDR XB50BS.
WIRELESS LINK Sony MDR XB50BS Philips TAT3217WT
Transmission Range 10 m -
Modulation Type FHSS -
Radio Frequency Range 2.4 - 2.4835GHz -
CONNECTIONS Sony MDR XB50BS Philips TAT3217WT
Connector Type Bluetooth
USB
USB (power only) (USB Type-C)
OTHERS Sony MDR XB50BS Philips TAT3217WT
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 (small, medium, large), charging case (460 mAh)
Compliant Standards - IPX5
Service & Support - Limited warranty - 2 years
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