Audio-Technica SonicPro ATH-MSR7NC vs. Sony WH-1000XM2

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Audio-Technica SonicPro ATH-MSR7NC and Sony WH-1000XM2. 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 SonicPro ATH-MSR7NC vs. Sony WH-1000XM2 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Audio-Technica SonicPro ATH-MSR7NC Sony WH-1000XM2
Product Type Headphones - wired - 3.5 mm jack Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC
Weight 305 g 275 g Sony WH-1000XM2 are lighter than Audio-Technica SonicPro ATH-MSR7NC headphones.
Colour Black Gold | Black
Earpad Material Memory foam -
Recommended Use Portable electronics, phone Portable electronics
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) - 10 m
High-Resolution Audio - Yes
SOUND QUALITY Audio-Technica SonicPro ATH-MSR7NC Sony WH-1000XM2
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
Headphones Technology - Dynamic
Ear Cups Type - Closed
Foldable - Yes Sony WH-1000XM2 can be folded.
Connectivity Technology Wired Wireless
Wireless Technology - Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version - Bluetooth 4.1
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, 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 HX (DSEE HX), S-Master HX
Frequency Response 5 - 40000 Hz 4 - 40000 Hz Sony WH-1000XM2 offer a larger frequency range than Audio-Technica SonicPro ATH-MSR7NC.
Sensitivity 104 dB/mW 103 dB/mW Audio-Technica SonicPro ATH-MSR7NC have higher sensitivity than Sony WH-1000XM2.
Impedance 150 Ohm 46 Ohm
Diaphragm 45 mm Aluminium coated LCP - 40 mm Audio-Technica SonicPro ATH-MSR7NC have a thicker diaphragm than Sony WH-1000XM2.
Magnet Material - Neodymium
In-Cord Volume Control Yes -
MICROPHONE Audio-Technica SonicPro ATH-MSR7NC Sony WH-1000XM2
Form Factor - Built-in
Type On-cable -
Microphone Technology Condenser Electret condenser
Microphone Operation Mode - Omni-directional
Frequency Response 50 - 4000 Hz 50 - 8000 Hz Sony WH-1000XM2 offer a larger microphone frequency range than Audio-Technica SonicPro ATH-MSR7NC.
Audio Input Details Omni-directional - 50 - 4000 Hz - 50 - 8000 Hz
REMOTE CONTROL Audio-Technica SonicPro ATH-MSR7NC Sony WH-1000XM2
Controls - Volume, noise-cancellation suspend button
CABLE Audio-Technica SonicPro ATH-MSR7NC Sony WH-1000XM2
Cable Type Audio cable - detachable - L shaped - 1.2 m
Headphones cable - detachable - L shaped - 1.2 m
Charging cable
Headphones cable - detachable - OFC - L shaped - 1.5 m
Micro-USB cable - 50 cm
Cable Length 1.2 m 1.5 m
Detachable Cable Yes Yes
Plated Connector - Gold
FEATURES Audio-Technica SonicPro ATH-MSR7NC Sony WH-1000XM2
Intelligent Assistant - Google Assistant
BATTERY AND CHARGING Audio-Technica SonicPro ATH-MSR7NC Sony WH-1000XM2
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable - lithium polymer Headphone battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion
Battery Life 30 hour(s) 38 hour(s) Sony WH-1000XM2 lasts longer on a single charge than the Audio-Technica SonicPro ATH-MSR7NC.
Battery Life Details - Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON): up to 30 hours
Continuous playback (noise cancelling OFF): up to 38 hours
Standby (noise cancelling ON): up to 40 hours
Standby (noise cancelling OFF): up to 200 hours
Standby Time - 200 hours
Charging Time 4 hour(s) 4 hour(s) The charging of both headphones last the same time.
WIRELESS LINK Audio-Technica SonicPro ATH-MSR7NC Sony WH-1000XM2
Transmission Range - 10 m
Radio Frequency Range - 2.4 - 2.4835GHz
CONNECTIONS Audio-Technica SonicPro ATH-MSR7NC Sony WH-1000XM2
Connector Type Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole) Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole)
USB (power only) (5 pin Micro-USB Type B (power only))
OTHERS Audio-Technica SonicPro ATH-MSR7NC Sony WH-1000XM2
Included Accessories Carrying pouch, airplane adapter Carrying pouch, airplane adapter
Compatibility - iPhone, iPod, Android phone
Service & Support Limited warranty - 2 years -
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