In depth comparison and review of beyerdynamic Lagoon ANC Explorer 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.
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | beyerdynamic Lagoon ANC Explorer | Sony WH-1000XM4 |
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Product Type | Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC - 3.5 mm jack | Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless, wired - NFC - 3.5 mm jack | |
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Height | - | 25.2 cm | |
Width | - | 7.7 cm | |
Length | - | 18.5 cm | |
Weight | 283 g | 520 g | beyerdynamic Lagoon ANC Explorer are lighter than beyerdynamic Lagoon ANC Explorer headphones. |
Colour | Grey, brown | White | Black | Silver | Midnight blue | |
Earpad Material | Synthetic leather, memory foam | Urethane foam | |
Headband Material | Steel | - | |
Recommended Use | - | Portable electronics | |
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) | 10 m | 10 m | The maximum operating distance of both headphones is the same. |
High-Resolution Audio | - | Yes |
SOUND QUALITY | beyerdynamic Lagoon ANC Explorer | Sony WH-1000XM4 |
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Headphones Form Factor | Full size | Full size | |
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Headphones Technology | Dynamic | Dynamic | |
Ear Cups Type | Closed | Closed | |
Foldable | Yes | Yes | Both headphones can be folded. |
Connectivity Technology | Wireless | Wireless, wired | |
Wireless Technology | Bluetooth | Bluetooth | |
Bluetooth Version | Bluetooth 4.2 | Bluetooth 5.0 | Sony WH-1000XM4 have a more advanced version of Bluetooth than beyerdynamic Lagoon ANC Explorer. |
Bluetooth Profiles | Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Serial Port Profile (SPP), Generic Access Profile (GAP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP), Service Discovery Protocol (SDP) | 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, apt-X LL, mSBC | SBC, AAC, LDAC | |
Active Noise Cancelling | Yes | Yes | Both headphones are equipped with active noice cancellation. |
Active Noise Cancelling Technology | Hybrid ANC | 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 | 10 - 30000 Hz | - | |
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) | 0.02% | - | |
Impedance | 20 Ohm | - | |
Max Sound Pressure | 107 dB | - | |
Diaphragm | 40 mm | Aluminium coated LCP - 40 mm | Both headphones are designed with same thick diaphragm. |
Simultaneously Connectable Devices Qty (Multipoint) | - | 2 | Sony WH-1000XM4 have the ability to connect to multiple devices simultaneously. |
Magnet Material | - | Neodymium | |
Features | Voice guidance, Bluetooth aptX technology | 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 |
MICROPHONE | beyerdynamic Lagoon ANC Explorer | Sony WH-1000XM4 |
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Form Factor | Built-in | Built-in | |
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Microphones Included | - | 5 |
REMOTE CONTROL | beyerdynamic Lagoon ANC Explorer | Sony WH-1000XM4 |
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Controls | - | Volume control, ANC on/off |
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CABLE | beyerdynamic Lagoon ANC Explorer | Sony WH-1000XM4 |
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Cable Type | Audio cable - detachable - 1.2 m USB-C charge cable - detachable |
USB-C charge cable - detachable Audio cable - OFC - L shaped / mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm - 1.2 m |
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Detachable Cable | - | Yes |
FEATURES | beyerdynamic Lagoon ANC Explorer | Sony WH-1000XM4 |
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Features | - | Touch control | |
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Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible | - | Yes | |
Communications Technology | NFC | - | |
Intelligent Assistant | - | Google Assistant, Alexa | |
Sensors | - | Proximity sensor, touch sensor | |
Additional Functions | - | Touch panel |
BATTERY AND CHARGING | beyerdynamic Lagoon ANC Explorer | Sony WH-1000XM4 |
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Battery Type | Headphone battery rechargeable - lithium polymer | Headphone battery rechargeable | |
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Battery Capacity | 1100 mAh | - | |
Battery Life | 47 hour(s) | 38 hour(s) | beyerdynamic Lagoon ANC Explorer lasts longer on a single charge than the Sony WH-1000XM4. |
Battery Life Details | Continuous playback (noise cancelling OFF / Bluetooth): up to 45 hours Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON / Bluetooth): up to 24.5 hours Continuous talk (noise cancelling OFF / Bluetooth): up to 47 hours Continuous talk (noise cancelling ON / cable connection): up to 31.5 hours |
Continuous playback (active noise-cancelling on): up to 30 hours Continuous playback (active noise-cancelling off): up to 38 hours |
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Standby Time | - | 200 hours | |
Charging Time | 3 hour(s) | 3 hour(s) | The charging of both headphones last the same time. |
Included Qty | - | 1 |
CONNECTIONS | beyerdynamic Lagoon ANC Explorer | Sony WH-1000XM4 |
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Connector Type | Audio input (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm) | USB (power only) Bluetooth Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm) |
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OTHERS | beyerdynamic Lagoon ANC Explorer | Sony WH-1000XM4 |
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Included Accessories | Hard case | Carrying case, in-flight plug adapter, headphones cable (1.2 m), USB-C cable (0.2m) | |
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Compliant Standards | Bluetooth Class 1 | - | |
Service & Support | - | Limited warranty - parts - 1 year Limited warranty - labour - 90 days |