Sony MDR XB70BT vs. Jaybird X4

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Sony MDR XB70BT and Jaybird X4. 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 X4 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Sony MDR XB70BT Jaybird X4
Product Type Earphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC Earphones - Bluetooth - wireless
Height - 24.2 cm
Width - 54.5 cm
Depth - 1.3 cm
Weight 43 g 14.7 g Jaybird X4 are lighter than Sony MDR XB70BT headphones.
Dimensions & Weight Details - Earphone: 54.5 cm x 1.3 cm x 24.2 cm / 14.7 g
Control unit: 4.25 cm x 1.16 cm x 0.53 cm
Cradle: 9.8 cm x 1.81 cm x 0.96 cm / 5.5 g
Colour Black Jade, alfa metallic | Flash, black metallic | Glacier, storm metallic
Protection - Waterproof, sweat-resistant, IPX7
Design - Sports
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 Jaybird X4
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) Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Serial Port Profile (SPP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP)
Bluetooth Audio Codec - SBC, AAC
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 X4.
Max Input Power - 10 mW
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) - <5%
Sensitivity - 99 dB
Impedance - 16 Ohm
Diaphragm 12 mm 6 mm Sony MDR XB70BT have a thicker diaphragm than Jaybird X4.
Magnet Material Neodymium -
In-Cord Volume Control - Yes
MICROPHONE Sony MDR XB70BT Jaybird X4
Form Factor Built-in -
Microphone Operation Mode - Omni-directional
Frequency Response 50 - 8000 Hz -
Audio Input Details Omni-directional Omni-directional
Sensitivity - -38 dB
Max Sound Pressure - 94 dB
REMOTE CONTROL Sony MDR XB70BT Jaybird X4
Controls Volume control, remote control Volume control, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track
CABLE Sony MDR XB70BT Jaybird X4
Cable Type Micro-USB cable - 50 cm -
BATTERY AND CHARGING Sony MDR XB70BT Jaybird X4
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion Headphone battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion
Battery Life 9 hour(s) 8 hour(s) Sony MDR XB70BT lasts longer on a single charge than the Jaybird X4.
Standby Time 200 hours -
Charging Time 2.5 hour(s) 2 hour(s) Jaybird X4 recharge faster than Sony MDR XB70BT.
WIRELESS LINK Sony MDR XB70BT Jaybird X4
Transmission Range 10 m -
Modulation Type FHSS -
Radio Frequency Range 2.4 - 2.4835GHz -
CONNECTIONS Sony MDR XB70BT Jaybird X4
Connector Type Bluetooth
USB
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OTHERS Sony MDR XB70BT Jaybird X4
Included Accessories Clip, long hybrid silicone rubber earbuds (SS, S, M, L x2 sizes) Carrying pouch, clothing clip, charging cradle, 3 sizes secure-fit ear fins, Comply ultra ear tips (M/L), oval silicone ear tips (S/L), speed cinch
Service & Support - Limited warranty - 1 year
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