Sony MDR XB950B1 vs. Skullcandy Stim

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Sony MDR XB950B1 and Skullcandy Stim. 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 XB950B1 vs. Skullcandy Stim Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Sony MDR XB950B1 Skullcandy Stim
Product Type Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC Headphones - wired
Weight 280 g 120 g Skullcandy Stim are lighter than Sony MDR XB950B1 headphones.
Colour Black Blue | Black | Grey | Red
Recommended Use Portable electronics Portable electronics
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) 10 m -
SOUND QUALITY Sony MDR XB950B1 Skullcandy Stim
Headphones Form Factor Full size On-ear
Headphones Technology Dynamic -
Ear Cups Type Closed -
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wired
Wireless Technology Bluetooth -
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 4.1 -
Bluetooth Profiles Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP) -
Bluetooth Audio Codec SBC, AAC, aptX -
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Sound Effects Extra Bass -
Frequency Response 3 - 28000 Hz 20 - 20000 Hz Sony MDR XB950B1 offer a larger frequency range than Skullcandy Stim.
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) - <1%
Sensitivity 105 dB/mW -
Impedance 32 Ohm 32 Ohm
Max Sound Pressure - 112 dB
Diaphragm 40 mm -
MICROPHONE Sony MDR XB950B1 Skullcandy Stim
Form Factor Built-in -
Type - On-cable
Microphone Technology Electret condenser -
Microphone Operation Mode Omni-directional -
Frequency Response 50 - 8000 Hz -
REMOTE CONTROL Sony MDR XB950B1 Skullcandy Stim
Controls Volume control Answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track
CABLE Sony MDR XB950B1 Skullcandy Stim
Cable Type Headphones cable - detachable - L shaped - 1.2 m
Micro-USB cable - 50 cm
Headphones cable
Cable Length 1.2 m 1.2 m
Detachable Cable Yes -
BATTERY AND CHARGING Sony MDR XB950B1 Skullcandy Stim
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable -
Battery Life 18 hour(s) -
Standby Time 200 hours -
Charging Time 4 hour(s) -
WIRELESS LINK Sony MDR XB950B1 Skullcandy Stim
Radio Frequency Range 2.4 - 2.4835GHz -
CONNECTIONS Sony MDR XB950B1 Skullcandy Stim
Connector Type USB (power only) (5 pin Micro-USB Type B (power only))
Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole)
Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole)
OTHERS Sony MDR XB950B1 Skullcandy Stim
Compatibility iPhone, iPod, Android phone -
Service & Support - Limited warranty - 2 years
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