Sony MDR XB950N1 vs. Skullcandy HESH 3

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Sony MDR XB950N1 and Skullcandy HESH 3. 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 XB950N1 vs. Skullcandy HESH 3 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Sony MDR XB950N1 Skullcandy HESH 3
Product Type Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless
Weight 290 g 200 g Skullcandy HESH 3 are lighter than Sony MDR XB950N1 headphones.
Colour Black | Green Red | Blue | Black | Grey | White/crimson | Psycho tropical
Earpad Material - Memory foam
Recommended Use Portable electronics -
SOUND QUALITY Sony MDR XB950N1 Skullcandy HESH 3
Headphones Form Factor On-ear Full size
Headphones Technology Dynamic -
Ear Cups Type Closed -
Foldable - Yes Skullcandy HESH 3 can be folded.
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless
Wireless Technology Bluetooth Bluetooth
Active Noise Cancelling Yes - Sony MDR XB950N1 are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Active Noise Cancelling Technology Digital Noise Cancelling technology (DNC) -
Noise Isolating - Yes Skullcandy HESH 3 are equipped with a noise isolating function.
Sound Output Mode - Stereo
Sound Effects Extra Bass -
Frequency Response 20 - 22000 Hz 20 - 20000 Hz Sony MDR XB950N1 offer a larger frequency range than Skullcandy HESH 3.
Impedance - 32 Ohm
Diaphragm 40 mm 40 mm Both headphones are designed with same thick diaphragm.
MICROPHONE Sony MDR XB950N1 Skullcandy HESH 3
Form Factor - Built-in
REMOTE CONTROL Sony MDR XB950N1 Skullcandy HESH 3
Controls Volume control Volume control, answer/end, next/previous track
CABLE Sony MDR XB950N1 Skullcandy HESH 3
Cable Type Headphones cable - detachable - single-sided - L shaped - 1.2 m
USB cable
Headphones cable - detachable
Micro-USB to USB power cable - detachable
BATTERY AND CHARGING Sony MDR XB950N1 Skullcandy HESH 3
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable Headphone battery Lithium Ion
Battery Life 22 hour(s) 22 hours Both headphones last the same amount of time on a single charge.
Charging Time 7 hour(s) -
CONNECTIONS Sony MDR XB950N1 Skullcandy HESH 3
Connector Type Bluetooth
Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm)
Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole)
OTHERS Sony MDR XB950N1 Skullcandy HESH 3
Included Accessories Carrying pouch -
Service & Support - Limited warranty - 2 years
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