Sony MDR XB80BS vs. Apple AirPods Pro (1st generation)

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Sony MDR XB80BS and Apple AirPods Pro (1st generation). 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 XB80BS vs. Apple AirPods Pro (1st generation) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Sony MDR XB80BS Apple AirPods Pro (1st generation)
Product Type Earphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless
Series Sports -
Product Generation - 1st generation
Height - 3.09 cm
Width - 2.18 cm
Depth - 2.4 cm
Weight 27 g 5.4 g Apple AirPods Pro (1st generation) are lighter than Sony MDR XB80BS headphones.
Dimensions & Weight Details - Charging case: 6.06 cm x 2.17 cm x 4.52 cm / 45.6 g
Colour Black | Blue | Red -
Protection Splashproof IPX4
Recommended Use Portable electronics Portable electronics
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) 10 m -
SOUND QUALITY Sony MDR XB80BS Apple AirPods Pro (1st generation)
Headphones Form Factor In-ear - over-the-ear mount In-ear
Headphones Technology Dynamic -
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless
Wireless Technology Bluetooth Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 4.1 Bluetooth 5.0 Apple AirPods Pro (1st generation) have a more advanced version of Bluetooth than Sony MDR XB80BS.
Bluetooth Profiles Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP), Leadership Development and Advisory Council (LDAC), Low Complexity Subband Coding (SBC) -
Active Noise Cancelling - Yes Apple AirPods Pro (1st generation) are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Sound Effects Extra Bass Adaptive EQ
Frequency Response 4 - 24000 Hz -
Diaphragm 12 mm -
Magnet Material Neodymium -
Features - Apple H1 chip
MICROPHONE Sony MDR XB80BS Apple AirPods Pro (1st generation)
Form Factor Built-in Built-in
Frequency Response 50 - 8000 Hz -
REMOTE CONTROL Sony MDR XB80BS Apple AirPods Pro (1st generation)
Controls Volume control Answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track, audio transparency, ANC on/off
FEATURES Sony MDR XB80BS Apple AirPods Pro (1st generation)
Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible - Yes
Intelligent Assistant - Siri
Sensors - Dual optical sensors, motion-detecting accelerometer, speech-detecting accelerometer, force sensor
Additional Functions - Wireless audio sharing
BATTERY AND CHARGING Sony MDR XB80BS Apple AirPods Pro (1st generation)
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion Headphone battery rechargeable - wireless charging
Battery Life 7 hour(s) 5 hour(s) Sony MDR XB80BS lasts longer on a single charge than the Apple AirPods Pro (1st generation).
Battery Life Details - Continuous playback: up to 4.5 hours
Continuous talk: up to 3.5 hours
Continuous playback (active noise-cancelling off): up to 5 hours
Continuous playback (with included charging case): up to 24 hours
Continuous talk (with included charging case): up to 18 hours
Standby Time 200 hours -
Wireless Charging Standards - Qi
Charging Time 2 hour(s) -
Auto On/Off - Yes
WIRELESS LINK Sony MDR XB80BS Apple AirPods Pro (1st generation)
Transmission Range 10 m -
Modulation Type FHSS -
Radio Frequency Range 2.4 - 2.4835GHz -
CONNECTIONS Sony MDR XB80BS Apple AirPods Pro (1st generation)
Connector Type Bluetooth
USB
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OTHERS Sony MDR XB80BS Apple AirPods Pro (1st generation)
Included Accessories Carrying pouch, cord adjuster, 4 pairs of ear tips (supersmall, small, medium, large) 3 pairs of silicone ear tips, wireless charging case, Lightning to USB-C cable
Compatibility - iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac
Service & Support - Limited warranty - 1 year
Technical support - phone consulting - 90 days
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