Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT vs. Sony WH-XB700

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT 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

Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT vs. Sony WH-XB700 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT Sony WH-XB700
Product Type Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - 3.5 mm jack Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC - 3.5 mm jack
Weight 310 g 196 g Sony WH-XB700 are lighter than Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT headphones.
Colour - Black | Blue
Recommended Use - Portable electronics
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) 10 m 10 m The maximum operating distance of both headphones is the same.
SOUND QUALITY Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT Sony WH-XB700
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
Headphones Technology Dynamic Dynamic
Ear Cups Type Closed Closed
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless
Wireless Technology Bluetooth Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 5.0 Bluetooth 4.2 Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT have a more advanced version of Bluetooth than Sony WH-XB700.
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 SBC, AAC, aptX
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Sound Effects - Digital Sound Enhancement Engine (DSEE)
Frequency Response 15 - 28000 Hz 5 - 22000 Hz Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT offer a larger frequency range than Sony WH-XB700.
Sensitivity 99 dB/mW 103 dB/mW Sony WH-XB700 have higher sensitivity than Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT.
Impedance 38 Ohm 37 Ohm
Diaphragm 45 mm 40 mm Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT have a thicker diaphragm than Sony WH-XB700.
Magnet Material - Neodymium
MICROPHONE Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT Sony WH-XB700
Form Factor Built-in Built-in
REMOTE CONTROL Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT Sony WH-XB700
Controls Volume Volume
CABLE Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT Sony WH-XB700
Cable Type Headphones cable - detachable - L shaped - 1.2 m
USB charge cable - detachable - 30 cm
Headphones cable - detachable - 1.2 m
USB charge cable - detachable
Cable Length - 1.2 m
Plated Connector Gold Gold
BATTERY AND CHARGING Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT Sony WH-XB700
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable - lithium polymer Headphone battery rechargeable
Battery Life 40 hour(s) 30 hour(s) Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT lasts longer on a single charge than the Sony WH-XB700.
Standby Time - 300 hours
Charging Time 7 hour(s) 4 hour(s) Sony WH-XB700 recharge faster than Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT.
CONNECTIONS Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT Sony WH-XB700
Connector Type Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm) USB
Bluetooth
Headphones (mini-phone 3.5 mm 4-pole)
OTHERS Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT Sony WH-XB700
Included Accessories Protective pouch -
Service & Support Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year
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