Sony MDR XB70BT vs. Jabra Elite 4 Active

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Sony MDR XB70BT and Jabra Elite 4 Active. 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 XB70BT vs. Jabra Elite 4 Active Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Sony MDR XB70BT Jabra Elite 4 Active
Product Type Earphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless
Weight 43 g -
Dimensions & Weight Details - Earbud: 2.085 cm x 2.73 cm x 2.049 cm / 5 g
Charging case: 3.89 cm x 6.4 cm x 2.84 cm / 37.5 g
Colour Black Navy | Black | Mint
Protection - Waterproof, IP57
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 XB70BT Jabra Elite 4 Active
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 Jabra Elite 4 Active have a more advanced version of Bluetooth than Sony MDR XB70BT.
Bluetooth Profiles Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP) Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP)
Bluetooth Audio Codec - SBC, aptX
Active Noise Cancelling - Yes Jabra Elite 4 Active are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Noise Isolating - Yes Jabra Elite 4 Active are equipped with a noise isolating function.
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Sound Effects Extra Bass -
Frequency Response 4 - 24000 Hz 20 - 20000 Hz Sony MDR XB70BT offer a larger frequency range than Jabra Elite 4 Active.
Diaphragm 12 mm 6 mm Sony MDR XB70BT have a thicker diaphragm than Jabra Elite 4 Active.
Simultaneously Connectable Devices Qty (Multipoint) - 6 Jabra Elite 4 Active have the ability to connect to multiple devices simultaneously.
Magnet Material Neodymium -
Features - Google Fast Pair, HearThrough
MICROPHONE Sony MDR XB70BT Jabra Elite 4 Active
Form Factor Built-in Built-in
Frequency Response 50 - 8000 Hz 100 - 8000 Hz Sony MDR XB70BT offer a larger microphone frequency range than Jabra Elite 4 Active.
Audio Input Details Omni-directional -
Microphones Included - 4
REMOTE CONTROL Sony MDR XB70BT Jabra Elite 4 Active
Controls Volume control, remote control Mute, volume, answer/end
CABLE Sony MDR XB70BT Jabra Elite 4 Active
Cable Type Micro-USB cable - 50 cm USB-C to USB-A cable - detachable - 20 cm
FEATURES Sony MDR XB70BT Jabra Elite 4 Active
Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible - Yes
Intelligent Assistant - Siri, Google Assistant, Alexa
BATTERY AND CHARGING Sony MDR XB70BT Jabra Elite 4 Active
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion Rechargeable - Lithium Ion
Battery Life 9 hour(s) 7 hour(s) Sony MDR XB70BT lasts longer on a single charge than the Jabra Elite 4 Active.
Battery Life Details - Continuous playback: up to 7 hours
Continuous playback (with included charging case): up to 28 hours
Standby Time 200 hours 275 days Jabra Elite 4 Active have longer standby time than Sony MDR XB70BT.
Charging Time 2.5 hour(s) 3 hours Sony MDR XB70BT recharge faster than Sony MDR XB70BT.
Auto On/Off - Yes
WIRELESS LINK Sony MDR XB70BT Jabra Elite 4 Active
Transmission Range 10 m -
Modulation Type FHSS -
Radio Frequency Range 2.4 - 2.4835GHz -
CONNECTIONS Sony MDR XB70BT Jabra Elite 4 Active
Connector Type Bluetooth
USB
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OTHERS Sony MDR XB70BT Jabra Elite 4 Active
Included Accessories Clip, long hybrid silicone rubber earbuds (SS, S, M, L x2 sizes) Charging case, 3 pairs of EarGels, USB-C to USB-A charging cable
Compatibility - iPhone, Android phone
Compliant Standards - FCC, RoHS, REACH, ISED
Service & Support - Limited warranty - 2 years with product registration
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