Audio-Technica ATH-SR5BTWH vs. Sony MDR XB950B1

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Audio-Technica ATH-SR5BTWH and Sony MDR XB950B1. 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-SR5BTWH vs. Sony MDR XB950B1 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Audio-Technica ATH-SR5BTWH Sony MDR XB950B1
Product Type Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC
Weight 185 g 280 g Audio-Technica ATH-SR5BTWH are lighter than Audio-Technica ATH-SR5BTWH headphones.
Colour White Black
Earpad Material Memory foam -
Recommended Use Portable electronics, phone 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-SR5BTWH Sony MDR XB950B1
Headphones Form Factor On-ear Full size
Headphones Technology - Dynamic
Ear Cups Type Closed Closed
Adjustable Headband Yes -
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless
Wireless Technology Bluetooth Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 4.1 Bluetooth 4.1 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), Low Complexity Subband Coding (SBC) Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP)
Bluetooth Audio Codec - SBC, AAC, aptX
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Sound Effects - Extra Bass
Frequency Response 5 - 40000 Hz 3 - 28000 Hz Audio-Technica ATH-SR5BTWH offer a larger frequency range than Sony MDR XB950B1.
Max Input Power 1500 mW -
Sensitivity 100 dB/mW 105 dB/mW Sony MDR XB950B1 have higher sensitivity than Audio-Technica ATH-SR5BTWH.
Impedance 35 Ohm 32 Ohm
Diaphragm 45 mm 40 mm Audio-Technica ATH-SR5BTWH have a thicker diaphragm than Sony MDR XB950B1.
Simultaneously Connectable Devices Qty (Multipoint) 8 - Audio-Technica ATH-SR5BTWH have the ability to connect to multiple devices simultaneously.
In-Cord Volume Control Yes -
MICROPHONE Audio-Technica ATH-SR5BTWH Sony MDR XB950B1
Form Factor Built-in Built-in
Microphone Technology Condenser Electret condenser
Microphone Operation Mode - Omni-directional
Frequency Response 50 - 4000 Hz 50 - 8000 Hz Sony MDR XB950B1 offer a larger microphone frequency range than Audio-Technica ATH-SR5BTWH.
Audio Input Details Omni-directional - 50 - 4000 Hz -
Sensitivity -44 dB -
REMOTE CONTROL Audio-Technica ATH-SR5BTWH Sony MDR XB950B1
Controls Volume, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track Volume control
CABLE Audio-Technica ATH-SR5BTWH Sony MDR XB950B1
Cable Type Headphones cable - detachable - L shaped - 1.2 m
USB charge cable - 1 m
Headphones cable - detachable - L shaped - 1.2 m
Micro-USB cable - 50 cm
Cable Length 1.2 m 1.2 m
Detachable Cable Yes Yes
BATTERY AND CHARGING Audio-Technica ATH-SR5BTWH Sony MDR XB950B1
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable - lithium polymer Headphone battery rechargeable
Battery Life 38 hour(s) 18 hour(s) Audio-Technica ATH-SR5BTWH lasts longer on a single charge than the Sony MDR XB950B1.
Standby Time 1000 hours 200 hours Audio-Technica ATH-SR5BTWH have longer standby time than Sony MDR XB950B1.
Charging Time 4 hour(s) 4 hour(s) The charging of both headphones last the same time.
WIRELESS LINK Audio-Technica ATH-SR5BTWH Sony MDR XB950B1
Transmission Range 10 m -
Radio Frequency Range - 2.4 - 2.4835GHz
CONNECTIONS Audio-Technica ATH-SR5BTWH Sony MDR XB950B1
Connector Type Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole) USB (power only) (5 pin Micro-USB Type B (power only))
Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole)
OTHERS Audio-Technica ATH-SR5BTWH Sony MDR XB950B1
Included Accessories Carrying pouch -
Compatibility - iPhone, iPod, Android phone
Service & Support Limited warranty - 2 years -
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