Sony MDR XB80BS vs. Skullcandy Indy

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Sony MDR XB80BS and Skullcandy Indy. 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. Skullcandy Indy Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Sony MDR XB80BS Skullcandy Indy
Product Type Earphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless
Series Sports -
Height - 18.5 cm
Width - 4.19 cm
Depth - 8.79 cm
Weight 27 g 10.5 g Skullcandy Indy are lighter than Sony MDR XB80BS headphones.
Dimensions & Weight Details - Case: 59.5 g
Colour Black | Blue | Red Empowered pink | Indigo blue | Green, sage, pastels | Black
Protection Splashproof Dust-resistant, sweat-resistant, water-resistant, IP55
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 XB80BS Skullcandy Indy
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 Skullcandy Indy 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) -
Noise Isolating - Yes Skullcandy Indy 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 XB80BS offer a larger frequency range than Skullcandy Indy.
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) - <3%
Impedance - 16 Ohm
Max Sound Pressure - 95 dB
Diaphragm 12 mm 6 mm Sony MDR XB80BS have a thicker diaphragm than Skullcandy Indy.
Magnet Material Neodymium -
MICROPHONE Sony MDR XB80BS Skullcandy Indy
Form Factor Built-in Built-in
Noise Cancelling - Yes Skullcandy Indy microphone can cancel out ambient noise.
Frequency Response 50 - 8000 Hz -
Microphones Included - 2
REMOTE CONTROL Sony MDR XB80BS Skullcandy Indy
Controls Volume control Volume control, answer/end, next/previous track
CABLE Sony MDR XB80BS Skullcandy Indy
Cable Type - Micro-USB charge cable
BATTERY AND CHARGING Sony MDR XB80BS Skullcandy Indy
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion Headphone battery rechargeable
Battery Life 7 hour(s) 4 hour(s) Sony MDR XB80BS lasts longer on a single charge than the Skullcandy Indy.
Battery Life Details - Continuous playback (with included charging case): up to 16 hours
Standby Time 200 hours -
Charging Time 2 hour(s) -
WIRELESS LINK Sony MDR XB80BS Skullcandy Indy
Transmission Range 10 m -
Modulation Type FHSS -
Radio Frequency Range 2.4 - 2.4835GHz -
CONNECTIONS Sony MDR XB80BS Skullcandy Indy
Connector Type Bluetooth
USB
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OTHERS Sony MDR XB80BS Skullcandy Indy
Included Accessories Carrying pouch, cord adjuster, 4 pairs of ear tips (supersmall, small, medium, large) Charging case, 3 pairs of EarGels, micro-USB charging cable, stability gels (large)
Compliant Standards - IP55
Service & Support - Limited warranty - 2 years
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