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Why is Mode USB-C better than CX 80 U?
Mode USB-C has no measurable advantages in this pair.
Why is CX 80 U better than Mode USB-C?
- Weight18 g vs 14 g+26%
- Lowest frequency20 Hz vs 17 Hz+18%
Specifications
Side by side
| Sound | ||
| Fit | In-ear | In-ear |
| Ear cup design | Closed-back | Closed-back |
| Driver type | Dynamic | Dynamic |
| Driver size | 9 mm | — |
| Lowest frequency | 20 Hz | 17 Hz |
| Highest frequency | 20,000 Hz | 20,000 Hz |
| Impedance | 16 Ω | 28 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 100 dB | 119 dB |
| Noise control | ||
| Active noise cancelling | No | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | No | No |
| USB-C | Yes | Yes |
| Design & build | ||
| Weight | 18 g | 14 g |
| Water resistance (IPx) | IPx0 | — |
| Colours | Black | — |








