Audio-Technica SonicFuel ATH-AR3BT vs. Sony WH-XB900N

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Audio-Technica SonicFuel ATH-AR3BT 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 SonicFuel ATH-AR3BT vs. Sony WH-XB900N Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Audio-Technica SonicFuel ATH-AR3BT Sony WH-XB900N
Product Type Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC - 3.5 mm jack
Weight 190 g 254 g Audio-Technica SonicFuel ATH-AR3BT are lighter than Audio-Technica SonicFuel ATH-AR3BT headphones.
Colour White | Black Black | Blue
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 SonicFuel ATH-AR3BT Sony WH-XB900N
Headphones Form Factor On-ear Full size
Headphones Technology Dynamic Dynamic
Ear Cups Type Closed Closed
Adjustable Headband Yes -
Foldable Yes - Audio-Technica SonicFuel ATH-AR3BT can be folded.
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless
Wireless Technology Bluetooth Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 4.1 Bluetooth 4.2 Sony WH-XB900N have a more advanced version of Bluetooth than Audio-Technica SonicFuel ATH-AR3BT.
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, aptX, aptX HD, LDAC
Active Noise Cancelling - Yes Sony WH-XB900N are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Sound Effects - Digital Sound Enhancement Engine (DSEE)
Frequency Response 5 - 35000 Hz 20 - 40000 Hz Sony WH-XB900N offer a larger frequency range than Audio-Technica SonicFuel ATH-AR3BT.
Sensitivity 97 dB/mW 101 dB/mW Sony WH-XB900N have higher sensitivity than Audio-Technica SonicFuel ATH-AR3BT.
Impedance 41 Ohm 50 Ohm
Diaphragm 40 mm PET - 40 mm Both headphones are designed with same thick diaphragm.
Magnet Material - Neodymium
In-Cord Volume Control Yes -
MICROPHONE Audio-Technica SonicFuel ATH-AR3BT Sony WH-XB900N
Form Factor - Built-in
Microphone Technology Condenser Electret condenser
Microphone Operation Mode - Uni-directional
Frequency Response 50 - 4000 Hz 50 - 8000 Hz Sony WH-XB900N offer a larger microphone frequency range than Audio-Technica SonicFuel ATH-AR3BT.
Audio Input Details Omni-directional - 50 - 4000 Hz -
Sensitivity -44 dB -
REMOTE CONTROL Audio-Technica SonicFuel ATH-AR3BT Sony WH-XB900N
Controls Volume, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track Volume
CABLE Audio-Technica SonicFuel ATH-AR3BT Sony WH-XB900N
Cable Type Headphones cable - detachable - L shaped - 1.2 m
USB charge cable - 1 m
Headphones cable - detachable - 1.2 m
USB-C charge cable - detachable - 20 cm
Cable Length 1.2 m 1.2 m
Detachable Cable Yes -
Plated Connector - Gold
FEATURES Audio-Technica SonicFuel ATH-AR3BT Sony WH-XB900N
Sensors - Touch sensor
BATTERY AND CHARGING Audio-Technica SonicFuel ATH-AR3BT Sony WH-XB900N
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable - lithium polymer Headphone battery rechargeable
Battery Life 30 hour(s) 35 hour(s) Sony WH-XB900N lasts longer on a single charge than the Audio-Technica SonicFuel ATH-AR3BT.
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 1000 hours 300 hours Audio-Technica SonicFuel ATH-AR3BT have longer standby time than Sony WH-XB900N.
Charging Time 5 hour(s) 7 hour(s) Audio-Technica SonicFuel ATH-AR3BT recharge faster than Audio-Technica SonicFuel ATH-AR3BT.
WIRELESS LINK Audio-Technica SonicFuel ATH-AR3BT Sony WH-XB900N
Transmission Range 10 m -
CONNECTIONS Audio-Technica SonicFuel ATH-AR3BT Sony WH-XB900N
Connector Type Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole) USB (USB Type-C)
Bluetooth
Headphones (mini-phone 3.5 mm 4-pole)
OTHERS Audio-Technica SonicFuel ATH-AR3BT Sony WH-XB900N
Service & Support Limited warranty - 2 years Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year
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