Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC50IS vs. Sony WH-XB900N

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC50IS and Sony WH-XB900N. With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare design, sound quality, but also other key features of both headphones and easily decide which ones are the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the headphones that best fit your needs and expectations.

Headphones Specifications Comparison

Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC50IS vs. Sony WH-XB900N Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC50IS Sony WH-XB900N
Product Type Headphones - wired - 3.5 mm jack Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC - 3.5 mm jack
Weight 192 g 254 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-XB900N
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), Serial Copy Management System (SCMS-T)
Bluetooth Audio Codec - SBC, AAC, aptX, aptX HD, LDAC
Active Noise Cancelling Yes Yes Both headphones are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Sound Effects - Digital Sound Enhancement Engine (DSEE)
Frequency Response 20 - 20000 Hz 20 - 40000 Hz Sony WH-XB900N offer a larger frequency range than Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC50IS.
Max Input Power 500 mW -
Sensitivity 97 dB/mW 101 dB/mW Sony WH-XB900N have higher sensitivity than Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC50IS.
Impedance 150 Ohm 50 Ohm
Diaphragm 40 mm PET - 40 mm Both headphones are designed with same thick diaphragm.
Magnet Material - Neodymium
MICROPHONE Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC50IS Sony WH-XB900N
Form Factor - Built-in
Type On-cable -
Microphone Technology - Electret condenser
Microphone Operation Mode Mono Uni-directional
Frequency Response - 50 - 8000 Hz
REMOTE CONTROL Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC50IS Sony WH-XB900N
Controls On/off, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track Volume
CABLE Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC50IS Sony WH-XB900N
Cable Type Headphones cable - detachable - 1.2 m Headphones cable - detachable - 1.2 m
USB-C charge cable - detachable - 20 cm
Cable Length - 1.2 m
Detachable Cable Yes -
Plated Connector - Gold
FEATURES Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC50IS Sony WH-XB900N
Sensors - Touch sensor
BATTERY AND CHARGING Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC50IS Sony WH-XB900N
Battery Type 1 x battery - AAA type Headphone battery rechargeable
Battery Life 40 hour(s) 35 hour(s) Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC50IS lasts longer on a single charge than the Sony WH-XB900N.
Battery Life Details - Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON): up to 30 hours
Continuous playback (noise cancelling OFF): up to 35 hours
Continuous talk (noise cancelling OFF): up to 32 hours
Standby (noise cancelling OFF): up to 300 hours
Standby (noise cancelling ON): up to 50 hours
Standby Time - 300 hours
Charging Time - 7 hour(s)
Included Qty 1 -
CONNECTIONS Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC50IS Sony WH-XB900N
Connector Type Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm) USB (USB Type-C)
Bluetooth
Headphones (mini-phone 3.5 mm 4-pole)
OTHERS Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC50IS Sony WH-XB900N
Included Accessories Airplane adapter, protective pouch -
Service & Support Limited warranty - 1 year Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year
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