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Philips TAA1105 vs Sony MDR-XB55AP

What TAA1105 does better (1) and where MDR-XB55AP wins (2) — every spec side by side.

Philips TAA1105
Philips · 2020TAA1105
1 advantage≈ $13
vs
Sony MDR-XB55AP
Sony · 2021MDR-XB55AP
2 advantages

Why is TAA1105 better than MDR-XB55AP?

  1. Driver size15 mm vs 12 mm+25%

Why is MDR-XB55AP better than TAA1105?

  1. Lowest frequency20 Hz vs 4 Hz5×
  2. Highest frequency20,000 Hz vs 24,000 Hz+20%
Specifications

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Sound
FitIn-earIn-ear
Ear cup designOpen-backClosed-back
Driver typeDynamicDynamic
Driver size15 mm12 mm
Number of drivers1—
Lowest frequency20 Hz4 Hz
Highest frequency20,000 Hz24,000 Hz
Impedance—40 Ω
Sensitivity96 dB106 dB
Battery & charging
Charging time—4 h
Connectivity
WirelessNoNo
3.5 mm jack / AUXYesYes
Design & build
Protection ratingIPX2—
Water resistance (IPx)IPx2—
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