Audio-Technica SonicPro ATH-MSR7NC vs. Sony WH-1000XM4

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Audio-Technica SonicPro ATH-MSR7NC and Sony WH-1000XM4. 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-1000XM4 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Audio-Technica SonicPro ATH-MSR7NC Sony WH-1000XM4
Product Type Headphones - wired - 3.5 mm jack Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless, wired - NFC - 3.5 mm jack
Height - 25.2 cm
Width - 7.7 cm
Length - 18.5 cm
Weight 305 g 520 g Audio-Technica SonicPro ATH-MSR7NC are lighter than Audio-Technica SonicPro ATH-MSR7NC headphones.
Colour Black White | Black | Silver | Midnight blue
Earpad Material Memory foam Urethane 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-1000XM4
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
Headphones Technology - Dynamic
Ear Cups Type - Closed
Foldable - Yes Sony WH-1000XM4 can be folded.
Connectivity Technology Wired Wireless, wired
Wireless Technology - Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version - Bluetooth 5.0
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, LDAC
Active Noise Cancelling Yes Yes Both headphones are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Active Noise Cancelling Technology - Ambient Sound Mode / Dual Noise Sensor
Sound Output Mode Stereo -
Sound Effects - Digital Sound Enhancement Engine Extreme (DSEE Extreme), Adaptive Sound Control, 360 Reality Audio
Frequency Response 5 - 40000 Hz -
Sensitivity 104 dB/mW -
Impedance 150 Ohm -
Diaphragm 45 mm Aluminium coated LCP - 40 mm Audio-Technica SonicPro ATH-MSR7NC have a thicker diaphragm than Sony WH-1000XM4.
Simultaneously Connectable Devices Qty (Multipoint) - 2 Sony WH-1000XM4 have the ability to connect to multiple devices simultaneously.
Magnet Material - Neodymium
Features - HD Noise Canceling Processor QN1, Speak-to-chat technology, Precise Voice Pickup Technology, Quick Attention function, CCAW coil, Smart Listening Technology, Personal Noise Cancelling Optimiser, Atmospheric Pressure Optimising
In-Cord Volume Control Yes -
MICROPHONE Audio-Technica SonicPro ATH-MSR7NC Sony WH-1000XM4
Form Factor - Built-in
Type On-cable -
Microphone Technology Condenser -
Frequency Response 50 - 4000 Hz -
Audio Input Details Omni-directional - 50 - 4000 Hz -
Microphones Included - 5
REMOTE CONTROL Audio-Technica SonicPro ATH-MSR7NC Sony WH-1000XM4
Controls - Volume control, ANC on/off
CABLE Audio-Technica SonicPro ATH-MSR7NC Sony WH-1000XM4
Cable Type Audio cable - detachable - L shaped - 1.2 m
Headphones cable - detachable - L shaped - 1.2 m
Charging cable
USB-C charge cable - detachable
Audio cable - OFC - L shaped / mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm - 1.2 m
Cable Length 1.2 m -
Detachable Cable Yes Yes
FEATURES Audio-Technica SonicPro ATH-MSR7NC Sony WH-1000XM4
Features - Touch control
Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible - Yes
Intelligent Assistant - Google Assistant, Alexa
Sensors - Proximity sensor, touch sensor
Additional Functions - Touch panel
BATTERY AND CHARGING Audio-Technica SonicPro ATH-MSR7NC Sony WH-1000XM4
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable - lithium polymer Headphone battery rechargeable
Battery Life 30 hour(s) 38 hour(s) Sony WH-1000XM4 lasts longer on a single charge than the Audio-Technica SonicPro ATH-MSR7NC.
Battery Life Details - Continuous playback (active noise-cancelling on): up to 30 hours
Continuous playback (active noise-cancelling off): up to 38 hours
Standby Time - 200 hours
Charging Time 4 hour(s) 3 hour(s) Sony WH-1000XM4 recharge faster than Audio-Technica SonicPro ATH-MSR7NC.
Included Qty - 1
CONNECTIONS Audio-Technica SonicPro ATH-MSR7NC Sony WH-1000XM4
Connector Type Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole) USB (power only)
Bluetooth
Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm)
OTHERS Audio-Technica SonicPro ATH-MSR7NC Sony WH-1000XM4
Included Accessories Carrying pouch, airplane adapter Carrying case, in-flight plug adapter, headphones cable (1.2 m), USB-C cable (0.2m)
Service & Support Limited warranty - 2 years Limited warranty - parts - 1 year
Limited warranty - labour - 90 days
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