Sony MDR XB50BS vs. Philips TAT5506BK

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Sony MDR XB50BS and Philips TAT5506BK. 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 TAT5506BK Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Sony MDR XB50BS Philips TAT5506BK
Product Type Earphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless
Series Sports -
Height - 3 cm
Width - 7 cm
Depth - 4.2 cm
Weight 22 g 64 g Sony MDR XB50BS are lighter than Sony MDR XB50BS headphones.
Colour Black | Blue | Red Black
Protection Splashproof Sweat-resistant, 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 Philips TAT5506BK
Headphones Form Factor In-ear In-ear
Headphones Technology Dynamic -
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless
Wireless Technology Bluetooth Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 4.1 Bluetooth 5.2 Philips TAT5506BK 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, AAC
Active Noise Cancelling - Yes Philips TAT5506BK are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Active Noise Cancelling Technology - Hybrid Active Noise Cancelling Pro
Sound Output Mode Stereo -
Sound Effects Extra Bass -
Frequency Response 4 - 24000 Hz 20 - 20000 Hz Sony MDR XB50BS offer a larger frequency range than Philips TAT5506BK.
Max Input Power - 5 mW
Sensitivity - 105 dB
Impedance - 16 Ohm
Diaphragm 12 mm 10 mm Sony MDR XB50BS have a thicker diaphragm than Philips TAT5506BK.
Magnet Material Neodymium Neodymium
Features - Awareness Mode, Voice Enhanced Mode
MICROPHONE Sony MDR XB50BS Philips TAT5506BK
Form Factor Built-in Built-in
Microphone Technology Electret condenser -
Noise Cancelling - Yes Philips TAT5506BK microphone can cancel out ambient noise.
Noise Cancelling Technology - Environmental Noise Cancellation (ENC)
Frequency Response 50 - 8000 Hz -
Audio Input Details Omni-directional -
Microphones Included - 2
REMOTE CONTROL Sony MDR XB50BS Philips TAT5506BK
Controls Volume control -
CABLE Sony MDR XB50BS Philips TAT5506BK
Cable Type Micro-USB cable - 50 cm USB-C charge cable
BATTERY AND CHARGING Sony MDR XB50BS Philips TAT5506BK
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion Headphone battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion - - wireless charging
Battery Capacity - 55 mAh
Battery Life 8.5 hour(s) 7 hour(s) Sony MDR XB50BS lasts longer on a single charge than the Philips TAT5506BK.
Battery Life Details - Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON): up to 7 hours
Continuous playback (noise cancelling OFF): up to 8 hours
Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON / with included charging case): up to 28 hours
Continuous playback (noise cancelling OFF / with included charging case): up to 32 hours
Standby Time 200 hours -
Wireless Charging Standards - Qi
Charging Time 2.5 hour(s) 2 hour(s) Philips TAT5506BK recharge faster than Sony MDR XB50BS.
WIRELESS LINK Sony MDR XB50BS Philips TAT5506BK
Transmission Range 10 m -
Modulation Type FHSS -
Radio Frequency Range 2.4 - 2.4835GHz -
CONNECTIONS Sony MDR XB50BS Philips TAT5506BK
Connector Type Bluetooth
USB
Bluetooth
USB (power only) (USB Type-C)
OTHERS Sony MDR XB50BS Philips TAT5506BK
Included Accessories Long hybrid silicone rubber earbuds (SS, S, M, L x2 sizes), arc supporters (S, M, L x2 sizes) 3 pairs of silicone ear tips, USB-C cable, charging case (550 mAh)
Compliant Standards - IPX5
Service & Support - Limited warranty - 2 years
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