Sony MDR XB50BS vs. Skullcandy Method ANC

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Sony MDR XB50BS and Skullcandy Method ANC. 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. Skullcandy Method ANC Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Sony MDR XB50BS Skullcandy Method ANC
Product Type Earphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC Earphones - Bluetooth - wireless
Series Sports -
Weight 22 g 16.6 g Skullcandy Method ANC are lighter than Sony MDR XB50BS headphones.
Colour Black | Blue | Red Black
Protection Splashproof Sweat-resistant, IPX4, water-resistant
Recommended Use Portable electronics -
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) 10 m -
SOUND QUALITY Sony MDR XB50BS Skullcandy Method ANC
Headphones Form Factor In-ear In-ear
Headphones Technology Dynamic -
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless
Wireless Technology Bluetooth Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 4.1 Bluetooth 5.0 Skullcandy Method ANC 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) -
Active Noise Cancelling - Yes Skullcandy Method ANC are equipped with active noice cancellation.
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 Skullcandy Method ANC.
Impedance - 16 Ohm
Max Sound Pressure - 101 dB
Diaphragm 12 mm 9.2 mm Sony MDR XB50BS have a thicker diaphragm than Skullcandy Method ANC.
Magnet Material Neodymium -
In-Cord Volume Control - Yes
MICROPHONE Sony MDR XB50BS Skullcandy Method ANC
Form Factor Built-in -
Type - On-cable
Microphone Technology Electret condenser -
Frequency Response 50 - 8000 Hz -
Audio Input Details Omni-directional -
REMOTE CONTROL Sony MDR XB50BS Skullcandy Method ANC
Controls Volume control Volume, on/off, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track, voice assistant
CABLE Sony MDR XB50BS Skullcandy Method ANC
Cable Type Micro-USB cable - 50 cm -
BATTERY AND CHARGING Sony MDR XB50BS Skullcandy Method ANC
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion Headphone battery rechargeable
Battery Life 8.5 hour(s) 6 hour(s) Sony MDR XB50BS lasts longer on a single charge than the Skullcandy Method ANC.
Standby Time 200 hours -
Charging Time 2.5 hour(s) -
WIRELESS LINK Sony MDR XB50BS Skullcandy Method ANC
Transmission Range 10 m -
Modulation Type FHSS -
Radio Frequency Range 2.4 - 2.4835GHz -
CONNECTIONS Sony MDR XB50BS Skullcandy Method ANC
Connector Type Bluetooth
USB
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OTHERS Sony MDR XB50BS Skullcandy Method ANC
Included Accessories Long hybrid silicone rubber earbuds (SS, S, M, L x2 sizes), arc supporters (S, M, L x2 sizes) Carrying pouch, 3 pairs of ear tips (small, medium, large), micro-USB charging cable
Compliant Standards - FCC Part 15, IC, IPX4
Service & Support - Limited warranty - 2 years
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