Audio-Technica ATH-DSR9BT vs. Sony WH-1000XM4

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Audio-Technica ATH-DSR9BT and Sony WH-1000XM4. 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-1000XM4 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Audio-Technica ATH-DSR9BT Sony WH-1000XM4
Product Type Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless, wired - NFC - 3.5 mm jack
Height - 25.2 cm
Width - 7.7 cm
Length - 18.5 cm
Weight 310 g 520 g Audio-Technica ATH-DSR9BT are lighter than Audio-Technica ATH-DSR9BT headphones.
Colour - White | Black | Silver | Midnight blue
Earpad Material Foam Urethane 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-1000XM4
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, wired
Wireless Technology Bluetooth Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 4.2 Bluetooth 5.0 Sony WH-1000XM4 have a more advanced version of Bluetooth than Audio-Technica ATH-DSR9BT.
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), Serial Copy Management System (SCMS-T)
Bluetooth Audio Codec - SBC, AAC, LDAC
Active Noise Cancelling - Yes Sony WH-1000XM4 are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Active Noise Cancelling Technology - Ambient Sound Mode / Dual Noise Sensor
Sound Output Mode Stereo -
Built-in Decoders Pure Digital Drive -
Sound Effects - Digital Sound Enhancement Engine Extreme (DSEE Extreme), Adaptive Sound Control, 360 Reality Audio
Frequency Response 5 - 45000 Hz -
Sensitivity 97 dB/mW -
Impedance 38 Ohm -
Diaphragm 45 mm Aluminium coated LCP - 40 mm Audio-Technica ATH-DSR9BT have a thicker diaphragm than Sony WH-1000XM4.
Simultaneously Connectable Devices Qty (Multipoint) - 2 Sony WH-1000XM4 have the ability to connect to multiple devices simultaneously.
Magnet Material - Neodymium
Features Bluetooth aptX technology HD Noise Canceling Processor QN1, Speak-to-chat technology, Precise Voice Pickup Technology, Quick Attention function, CCAW coil, Smart Listening Technology, Personal Noise Cancelling Optimiser, Atmospheric Pressure Optimising
MICROPHONE Audio-Technica ATH-DSR9BT Sony WH-1000XM4
Form Factor Built-in Built-in
Microphone Technology Condenser -
Microphone Operation Mode Omni-directional -
Frequency Response 50 - 4000 Hz -
Sensitivity -44 dB -
Microphones Included - 5
REMOTE CONTROL Audio-Technica ATH-DSR9BT Sony WH-1000XM4
Controls Volume, microphone on/off Volume control, ANC on/off
CABLE Audio-Technica ATH-DSR9BT Sony WH-1000XM4
Cable Type USB charge cable - 2 m USB-C charge cable - detachable
Audio cable - OFC - L shaped / mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm - 1.2 m
Detachable Cable - Yes
FEATURES Audio-Technica ATH-DSR9BT Sony WH-1000XM4
Features - Touch control
Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible - Yes
Intelligent Assistant - Google Assistant, Alexa
Sensors - Proximity sensor, touch sensor
Additional Functions - Touch panel
BATTERY AND CHARGING Audio-Technica ATH-DSR9BT Sony WH-1000XM4
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable - lithium polymer Headphone battery rechargeable
Battery Life 15 hour(s) 38 hour(s) Sony WH-1000XM4 lasts longer on a single charge than the Audio-Technica ATH-DSR9BT.
Battery Life Details - Continuous playback (active noise-cancelling on): up to 30 hours
Continuous playback (active noise-cancelling off): up to 38 hours
Standby Time 1000 hours 200 hours Audio-Technica ATH-DSR9BT have longer standby time than Sony WH-1000XM4.
Charging Time 5 hour(s) 3 hour(s) Sony WH-1000XM4 recharge faster than Audio-Technica ATH-DSR9BT.
Included Qty - 1
WIRELESS LINK Audio-Technica ATH-DSR9BT Sony WH-1000XM4
Transmission Range 10 m -
CONNECTIONS Audio-Technica ATH-DSR9BT Sony WH-1000XM4
Connector Type - USB (power only)
Bluetooth
Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm)
OTHERS Audio-Technica ATH-DSR9BT Sony WH-1000XM4
Included Accessories Hard case Carrying case, in-flight plug adapter, headphones cable (1.2 m), USB-C cable (0.2m)
Service & Support Limited warranty - 2 years Limited warranty - parts - 1 year
Limited warranty - labour - 90 days
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