Sony MDR XB550AP vs. Soundcore Life Q20

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Sony MDR XB550AP and Soundcore Life Q20. 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 XB550AP vs. Soundcore Life Q20 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Sony MDR XB550AP Soundcore Life Q20
Product Type Headphones - wired - 3.5 mm jack Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless
Weight 180 g 268 g Sony MDR XB550AP are lighter than Sony MDR XB550AP headphones.
Colour Black | Red | White | Green | Blue -
Recommended Use Portable electronics -
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) - 15 m
SOUND QUALITY Sony MDR XB550AP Soundcore Life Q20
Headphones Form Factor On-ear Full size
Headphones Technology Dynamic Dynamic
Ear Cups Type Closed -
Adjustable Headband Yes -
Connectivity Technology Wired Wireless
Wireless Technology - Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version - Bluetooth 5.0
Bluetooth Audio Codec - SBC, AAC
Active Noise Cancelling - Yes Soundcore Life Q20 are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Active Noise Cancelling Technology - Hybrid Active Noise Cancelling
Sound Output Mode - Stereo
Sound Effects Extra Bass BassUp
Frequency Response 5 - 22000 Hz 16 - 40000 Hz Soundcore Life Q20 offer a larger frequency range than Sony MDR XB550AP.
Sensitivity 102 dB/mW -
Impedance 24 Ohm 16 Ohm
Diaphragm PET - 30 mm 40 mm Soundcore Life Q20 have a thicker diaphragm than Sony MDR XB550AP.
Magnet Material Neodymium -
MICROPHONE Sony MDR XB550AP Soundcore Life Q20
Form Factor - Built-in
Noise Cancelling - Yes Soundcore Life Q20 microphone can cancel out ambient noise.
Microphones Included - 4
REMOTE CONTROL Sony MDR XB550AP Soundcore Life Q20
Controls Answer/end -
CABLE Sony MDR XB550AP Soundcore Life Q20
Cable Type Headphones cable - Y-type - L shaped -
Cable Length 1.2 m -
Plated Connector Gold -
BATTERY AND CHARGING Sony MDR XB550AP Soundcore Life Q20
Battery Type - Headphone battery rechargeable
Battery Life - 60 hour(s)
Battery Life Details - Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON): up to 60 hours
Continuous playback (noise cancelling OFF): up to 40 hours
Charging Time - 3 hour(s)
CONNECTIONS Sony MDR XB550AP Soundcore Life Q20
Connector Type Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole) -
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