Sony MDR XB70BT vs. Jaybird Freedom

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Sony MDR XB70BT and Jaybird Freedom. 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. Jaybird Freedom Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Sony MDR XB70BT Jaybird Freedom
Product Type Earphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC Earphones - Bluetooth - wireless
Length - 36 cm
Weight 43 g 13.8 g Jaybird Freedom are lighter than Sony MDR XB70BT headphones.
Dimensions & Weight Details - Control unit: 1.12 cm x 0.87 cm x 4.48 cm
Charge clip: 1.4 cm x 1.2 cm x 4 cm / 6 g
Earbud: 2.34 cm x 0.62 cm x 2.24 cm
Colour Black Space | Blush | Carbon | Blaze | Ocean | Gold
Body Material - Metal
Protection - Sweat-resistant
Recommended Use Portable electronics Portable electronics
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) 10 m -
SOUND QUALITY Sony MDR XB70BT Jaybird Freedom
Headphones Form Factor In-ear In-ear
Headphones Technology Dynamic -
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless
Wireless Technology Bluetooth Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 4.1 Bluetooth 4.1 Both headphones have the same Bluetooth version.
Bluetooth Profiles Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP) Serial Port Profile (SPP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP)
Noise Isolating - Yes Jaybird Freedom 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 Jaybird Freedom.
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) - <3%
Sensitivity - 96 dB
Impedance - 16 Ohm
Diaphragm 12 mm 6 mm Sony MDR XB70BT have a thicker diaphragm than Jaybird Freedom.
Simultaneously Connectable Devices Qty (Multipoint) - 8 Jaybird Freedom have the ability to connect to multiple devices simultaneously.
Magnet Material Neodymium -
In-Cord Volume Control - Yes
MICROPHONE Sony MDR XB70BT Jaybird Freedom
Form Factor Built-in -
Type - On-cable
Microphone Operation Mode - Omni-directional
Frequency Response 50 - 8000 Hz -
Audio Input Details Omni-directional Omni-directional
Sensitivity - -38 dB
REMOTE CONTROL Sony MDR XB70BT Jaybird Freedom
Controls Volume control, remote control Power on/off, volume control, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track, reject call
CABLE Sony MDR XB70BT Jaybird Freedom
Cable Type Micro-USB cable - 50 cm USB charge cable
Cable Length - 36 cm
BATTERY AND CHARGING Sony MDR XB70BT Jaybird Freedom
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion Headphone battery rechargeable - lithium polymer
Battery Capacity - 60 mAh
Battery Life 9 hour(s) 8 hour(s) Sony MDR XB70BT lasts longer on a single charge than the Jaybird Freedom.
Standby Time 200 hours 110 hours Sony MDR XB70BT have longer standby time than Jaybird Freedom.
Charging Time 2.5 hour(s) 2.5 hour(s) The charging of both headphones last the same time.
WIRELESS LINK Sony MDR XB70BT Jaybird Freedom
Transmission Range 10 m -
Modulation Type FHSS -
Radio Frequency Range 2.4 - 2.4835GHz -
CONNECTIONS Sony MDR XB70BT Jaybird Freedom
Connector Type Bluetooth
USB
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OTHERS Sony MDR XB70BT Jaybird Freedom
Included Accessories Clip, long hybrid silicone rubber earbuds (SS, S, M, L x2 sizes) 3 ear tips, 3 pairs of EarFins, charging clip, 3 sizes Comply isolation tips, cord management clips
Service & Support - Limited warranty - 2 years
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