Panasonic RP-HF100ME vs. Sony WH-XB900N

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Panasonic RP-HF100ME 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

Panasonic RP-HF100ME vs. Sony WH-XB900N Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Panasonic RP-HF100ME Sony WH-XB900N
Product Type Headphones - wired - 3.5 mm jack Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC - 3.5 mm jack
Weight 138 g 254 g Panasonic RP-HF100ME are lighter than Panasonic RP-HF100ME headphones.
Colour - Black | Blue
Recommended Use Portable electronics Portable electronics
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) - 10 m
SOUND QUALITY Panasonic RP-HF100ME Sony WH-XB900N
Headphones Form Factor On-ear Full size
Headphones Technology - Dynamic
Ear Cups Type - Closed
Foldable Yes - Panasonic RP-HF100ME can be folded.
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 Sony WH-XB900N are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Sound Effects - Digital Sound Enhancement Engine (DSEE)
Frequency Response 10 - 23000 Hz 20 - 40000 Hz Sony WH-XB900N offer a larger frequency range than Panasonic RP-HF100ME.
Max Input Power 1000 mW -
Sensitivity 103 dB/mW 101 dB/mW Panasonic RP-HF100ME have higher sensitivity than Sony WH-XB900N.
Impedance 26 Ohm 50 Ohm
Diaphragm 30 mm PET - 40 mm Sony WH-XB900N have a thicker diaphragm than Panasonic RP-HF100ME.
Magnet Material Neodymium Neodymium
MICROPHONE Panasonic RP-HF100ME Sony WH-XB900N
Form Factor - Built-in
Type On-cable -
Microphone Technology - Electret condenser
Microphone Operation Mode - Uni-directional
Frequency Response - 50 - 8000 Hz
REMOTE CONTROL Panasonic RP-HF100ME Sony WH-XB900N
Controls Answer/end Volume
CABLE Panasonic RP-HF100ME Sony WH-XB900N
Cable Type Headphones cable - L shaped - 1.2 m Headphones cable - detachable - 1.2 m
USB-C charge cable - detachable - 20 cm
Cable Length 1.2 m 1.2 m
Plated Connector Nickel Gold
FEATURES Panasonic RP-HF100ME Sony WH-XB900N
Sensors - Touch sensor
BATTERY AND CHARGING Panasonic RP-HF100ME Sony WH-XB900N
Battery Type - Headphone battery rechargeable
Battery Life - 35 hour(s)
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)
CONNECTIONS Panasonic RP-HF100ME 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 Panasonic RP-HF100ME Sony WH-XB900N
Compatibility iPhone, Android phone, BlackBerry -
Service & Support - Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year
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