Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC50IS vs. Sony WH-XB700

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC50IS 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 QuietPoint ATH-ANC50IS vs. Sony WH-XB700 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC50IS Sony WH-XB700
Product Type Headphones - wired - 3.5 mm jack Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC - 3.5 mm jack
Weight 192 g 196 g Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC50IS are lighter than Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC50IS headphones.
Colour Black Black | Blue
Recommended Use Portable electronics Portable electronics
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) - 10 m
SOUND QUALITY Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC50IS Sony WH-XB700
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
Headphones Technology - Dynamic
Ear Cups Type - Closed
Connectivity Technology Wired Wireless
Wireless Technology - Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version - Bluetooth 4.2
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 - Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC50IS are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Sound Effects - Digital Sound Enhancement Engine (DSEE)
Frequency Response 20 - 20000 Hz 5 - 22000 Hz Sony WH-XB700 offer a larger frequency range than Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC50IS.
Max Input Power 500 mW -
Sensitivity 97 dB/mW 103 dB/mW Sony WH-XB700 have higher sensitivity than Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC50IS.
Impedance 150 Ohm 37 Ohm
Diaphragm 40 mm 40 mm Both headphones are designed with same thick diaphragm.
Magnet Material - Neodymium
MICROPHONE Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC50IS Sony WH-XB700
Form Factor - Built-in
Type On-cable -
Microphone Operation Mode Mono -
REMOTE CONTROL Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC50IS Sony WH-XB700
Controls On/off, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track Volume
CABLE Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC50IS Sony WH-XB700
Cable Type Headphones cable - detachable - 1.2 m Headphones cable - detachable - 1.2 m
USB charge cable - detachable
Cable Length - 1.2 m
Detachable Cable Yes -
Plated Connector - Gold
BATTERY AND CHARGING Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC50IS Sony WH-XB700
Battery Type 1 x battery - AAA type Headphone battery rechargeable
Battery Life 40 hour(s) 30 hour(s) Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC50IS lasts longer on a single charge than the Sony WH-XB700.
Standby Time - 300 hours
Charging Time - 4 hour(s)
Included Qty 1 -
CONNECTIONS Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC50IS 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 QuietPoint ATH-ANC50IS Sony WH-XB700
Included Accessories Airplane adapter, protective pouch -
Service & Support Limited warranty - 1 year Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year
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