Philips SHB4405BK vs. Sony MDR XB950B1

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Philips SHB4405BK and Sony MDR XB950B1. 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

Philips SHB4405BK vs. Sony MDR XB950B1 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Philips SHB4405BK Sony MDR XB950B1
Product Type Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - 3.5 mm jack Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC
Height 14 cm -
Width 17 cm -
Depth 3 cm -
Weight 90 g 280 g Philips SHB4405BK are lighter than Philips SHB4405BK headphones.
Colour - Black
Recommended Use Portable electronics Portable electronics
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) 10 m 10 m The maximum operating distance of both headphones is the same.
SOUND QUALITY Philips SHB4405BK Sony MDR XB950B1
Headphones Form Factor On-ear Full size
Headphones Technology - Dynamic
Ear Cups Type Closed Closed
Foldable Yes - Philips SHB4405BK can be folded.
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless
Wireless Technology Bluetooth Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 4.1 Bluetooth 4.1 Both headphones have the same Bluetooth version.
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)
Bluetooth Audio Codec - SBC, AAC, aptX
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Sound Effects - Extra Bass
Frequency Response 9 - 22000 Hz 3 - 28000 Hz Sony MDR XB950B1 offer a larger frequency range than Philips SHB4405BK.
Max Input Power 40 mW -
Sensitivity 103 dB 105 dB/mW Sony MDR XB950B1 have higher sensitivity than Philips SHB4405BK.
Impedance 24 Ohm 32 Ohm
Diaphragm PET - 32 mm 40 mm Sony MDR XB950B1 have a thicker diaphragm than Philips SHB4405BK.
Magnet Material Neodymium -
MICROPHONE Philips SHB4405BK Sony MDR XB950B1
Form Factor - Built-in
Microphone Technology - Electret condenser
Microphone Operation Mode - Omni-directional
Frequency Response - 50 - 8000 Hz
REMOTE CONTROL Philips SHB4405BK Sony MDR XB950B1
Controls Mute, volume, answer/end, phone/music mode, reject call, redial Volume control
CABLE Philips SHB4405BK Sony MDR XB950B1
Cable Type USB charge cable Headphones cable - detachable - L shaped - 1.2 m
Micro-USB cable - 50 cm
Cable Length - 1.2 m
Detachable Cable - Yes
BATTERY AND CHARGING Philips SHB4405BK Sony MDR XB950B1
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable - lithium polymer Headphone battery rechargeable
Battery Life 9 hour(s) 18 hour(s) Sony MDR XB950B1 lasts longer on a single charge than the Philips SHB4405BK.
Standby Time 300 hours 200 hours Philips SHB4405BK have longer standby time than Sony MDR XB950B1.
Charging Time - 4 hour(s)
WIRELESS LINK Philips SHB4405BK Sony MDR XB950B1
Transmission Range 10 m -
Radio Frequency Range - 2.4 - 2.4835GHz
CONNECTIONS Philips SHB4405BK Sony MDR XB950B1
Connector Type USB USB (power only) (5 pin Micro-USB Type B (power only))
Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole)
OTHERS Philips SHB4405BK Sony MDR XB950B1
Compatibility - iPhone, iPod, Android phone
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