AKG N700NC vs. Sony WH-XB700

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of AKG N700NC and Sony WH-XB700. 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

AKG N700NC vs. Sony WH-XB700 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS AKG N700NC Sony WH-XB700
Product Type Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - 3.5 mm jack Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC - 3.5 mm jack
Weight - 196 g
Colour - Black | Blue
Recommended Use - Portable electronics
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) - 10 m
SOUND QUALITY AKG N700NC Sony WH-XB700
Headphones Form Factor On-ear Full size
Headphones Technology - Dynamic
Ear Cups Type - Closed
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless
Wireless Technology Bluetooth Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 4.2 Bluetooth 4.2 Both headphones have the same Bluetooth version.
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
Active Noise Cancelling Yes - AKG N700NC are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Noise Isolating Yes - AKG N700NC are equipped with a noise isolating function.
Sound Output Mode - Stereo
Sound Effects - Digital Sound Enhancement Engine (DSEE)
Frequency Response - 5 - 22000 Hz
Sensitivity - 103 dB/mW
Impedance - 37 Ohm
Diaphragm - 40 mm
Magnet Material - Neodymium
MICROPHONE AKG N700NC Sony WH-XB700
Form Factor Built-in Built-in
REMOTE CONTROL AKG N700NC Sony WH-XB700
Controls Answer/end, 1-button remote Volume
CABLE AKG N700NC Sony WH-XB700
Cable Type Charging cable
Headphones cable
Headphones cable - detachable - 1.2 m
USB charge cable - detachable
Cable Length - 1.2 m
Detachable Cable Yes -
Plated Connector - Gold
BATTERY AND CHARGING AKG N700NC Sony WH-XB700
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable Headphone battery rechargeable
Battery Life 36 hour(s) 30 hour(s) AKG N700NC lasts longer on a single charge than the Sony WH-XB700.
Battery Life Details Continuous playback (via jack cable) (noise cancelling ON / cable connection): up to 36 hours
Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON / Bluetooth): up to 20 hours
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Standby Time - 300 hours
Charging Time - 4 hour(s)
CONNECTIONS AKG N700NC Sony WH-XB700
Connector Type Bluetooth
USB (power only)
USB
Bluetooth
Headphones (mini-phone 3.5 mm 4-pole)
OTHERS AKG N700NC Sony WH-XB700
Included Accessories Carrying case, in-flight plug adapter -
Service & Support Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year
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