Audio-Technica ATH-DSR9BT vs. Sony WH-1000XM2

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Audio-Technica ATH-DSR9BT and Sony WH-1000XM2. 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

Audio-Technica ATH-DSR9BT vs. Sony WH-1000XM2 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Audio-Technica ATH-DSR9BT Sony WH-1000XM2
Product Type Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC
Weight 310 g 275 g Sony WH-1000XM2 are lighter than Audio-Technica ATH-DSR9BT headphones.
Colour - Gold | Black
Earpad Material Foam -
Headband Material Leather -
Recommended Use - Portable electronics
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) 10 m 10 m The maximum operating distance of both headphones is the same.
High-Resolution Audio - Yes
SOUND QUALITY Audio-Technica ATH-DSR9BT Sony WH-1000XM2
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
Headphones Technology Dynamic Dynamic
Ear Cups Type - Closed
Adjustable Headband Yes -
Foldable Yes Yes Both headphones can be folded.
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless
Wireless Technology Bluetooth Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 4.2 Bluetooth 4.1 Audio-Technica ATH-DSR9BT have a more advanced version of Bluetooth than Sony WH-1000XM2.
Bluetooth Profiles Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP) Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP)
Bluetooth Audio Codec - SBC, AAC, aptX, aptX HD, LDAC
Active Noise Cancelling - Yes Sony WH-1000XM2 are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Built-in Decoders Pure Digital Drive -
Sound Effects - Digital Sound Enhancement Engine HX (DSEE HX), S-Master HX
Frequency Response 5 - 45000 Hz 4 - 40000 Hz Audio-Technica ATH-DSR9BT offer a larger frequency range than Sony WH-1000XM2.
Sensitivity 97 dB/mW 103 dB/mW Sony WH-1000XM2 have higher sensitivity than Audio-Technica ATH-DSR9BT.
Impedance 38 Ohm 46 Ohm
Diaphragm 45 mm Aluminium coated LCP - 40 mm Audio-Technica ATH-DSR9BT have a thicker diaphragm than Sony WH-1000XM2.
Magnet Material - Neodymium
Features Bluetooth aptX technology -
MICROPHONE Audio-Technica ATH-DSR9BT Sony WH-1000XM2
Form Factor Built-in Built-in
Microphone Technology Condenser Electret condenser
Microphone Operation Mode Omni-directional Omni-directional
Frequency Response 50 - 4000 Hz 50 - 8000 Hz Sony WH-1000XM2 offer a larger microphone frequency range than Audio-Technica ATH-DSR9BT.
Audio Input Details - - 50 - 8000 Hz
Sensitivity -44 dB -
REMOTE CONTROL Audio-Technica ATH-DSR9BT Sony WH-1000XM2
Controls Volume, microphone on/off Volume, noise-cancellation suspend button
CABLE Audio-Technica ATH-DSR9BT Sony WH-1000XM2
Cable Type USB charge cable - 2 m Headphones cable - detachable - OFC - L shaped - 1.5 m
Micro-USB cable - 50 cm
Cable Length - 1.5 m
Detachable Cable - Yes
Plated Connector - Gold
FEATURES Audio-Technica ATH-DSR9BT Sony WH-1000XM2
Intelligent Assistant - Google Assistant
BATTERY AND CHARGING Audio-Technica ATH-DSR9BT Sony WH-1000XM2
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable - lithium polymer Headphone battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion
Battery Life 15 hour(s) 38 hour(s) Sony WH-1000XM2 lasts longer on a single charge than the Audio-Technica ATH-DSR9BT.
Battery Life Details - Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON): up to 30 hours
Continuous playback (noise cancelling OFF): up to 38 hours
Standby (noise cancelling ON): up to 40 hours
Standby (noise cancelling OFF): up to 200 hours
Standby Time 1000 hours 200 hours Audio-Technica ATH-DSR9BT have longer standby time than Sony WH-1000XM2.
Charging Time 5 hour(s) 4 hour(s) Sony WH-1000XM2 recharge faster than Audio-Technica ATH-DSR9BT.
WIRELESS LINK Audio-Technica ATH-DSR9BT Sony WH-1000XM2
Transmission Range 10 m 10 m The transmission range of both headphones is the same.
Radio Frequency Range - 2.4 - 2.4835GHz
CONNECTIONS Audio-Technica ATH-DSR9BT Sony WH-1000XM2
Connector Type - Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole)
USB (power only) (5 pin Micro-USB Type B (power only))
OTHERS Audio-Technica ATH-DSR9BT Sony WH-1000XM2
Included Accessories Hard case Carrying pouch, airplane adapter
Compatibility - iPhone, iPod, Android phone
Service & Support Limited warranty - 2 years -
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