Sony MDR XB70BT vs. Jaybird X3

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Sony MDR XB70BT and Jaybird X3. 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 X3 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Sony MDR XB70BT Jaybird X3
Product Type Earphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC Earphones - Bluetooth - wireless
Length - 49 cm
Weight 43 g 13.8 g Jaybird X3 are lighter than Sony MDR XB70BT headphones.
Dimensions & Weight Details - Control unit: 1.2 cm x 0.6 cm x 4.25 cm
Colour Black Alpha | Black | Road rash | Sparta
Protection - Dust-resistant, sweat-resistant
Design - Sports
Recommended Use Portable electronics Portable electronics
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) 10 m -
SOUND QUALITY Sony MDR XB70BT Jaybird X3
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), Low Complexity Subband Coding (SBC)
Noise Isolating - Yes Jaybird X3 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 X3.
Max Input Power - 12 mW
Sensitivity - 103 dB
Impedance - 16 Ohm
Diaphragm 12 mm 5.8 mm Sony MDR XB70BT have a thicker diaphragm than Jaybird X3.
Magnet Material Neodymium -
In-Cord Volume Control - Yes
MICROPHONE Sony MDR XB70BT Jaybird X3
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 X3
Controls Volume control, remote control Power on/off, volume control
CABLE Sony MDR XB70BT Jaybird X3
Cable Type Micro-USB cable - 50 cm USB charge cable
BATTERY AND CHARGING Sony MDR XB70BT Jaybird X3
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion Rechargeable
Battery Life 9 hour(s) 8 hour(s) Sony MDR XB70BT lasts longer on a single charge than the Jaybird X3.
Standby Time 200 hours 200 hours Both headphones have the same lenght of standby time.
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 X3
Transmission Range 10 m -
Modulation Type FHSS -
Radio Frequency Range 2.4 - 2.4835GHz 2.4GHz
CONNECTIONS Sony MDR XB70BT Jaybird X3
Connector Type Bluetooth
USB
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OTHERS Sony MDR XB70BT Jaybird X3
Included Accessories Clip, long hybrid silicone rubber earbuds (SS, S, M, L x2 sizes) Carrying pouch, 3 ear tips, clothing clip, 3 pairs of EarFins, charging clip, 3 sizes Comply isolation tips, cord management clips
Compatibility - iPhone, iPad, iPod, Android phone, BlackBerry, Windows phone
Service & Support - Limited warranty - 2 years
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