Sennheiser HD 2.30i vs. Sony WH-XB900N

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Sennheiser HD 2.30i 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

Sennheiser HD 2.30i vs. Sony WH-XB900N Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Sennheiser HD 2.30i Sony WH-XB900N
Product Type Headphones - wired - 3.5 mm jack Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC - 3.5 mm jack
Series HD 2 -
Weight 262 g 254 g Sony WH-XB900N are lighter than Sennheiser HD 2.30i headphones.
Colour Black | White Black | Blue
Earpad Material Leatherette -
Recommended Use Portable electronics Portable electronics
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) - 10 m
SOUND QUALITY Sennheiser HD 2.30i Sony WH-XB900N
Headphones Form Factor On-ear Full size
Headphones Technology - Dynamic
Ear Cups Type Closed Closed
Foldable Yes - Sennheiser HD 2.30i 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 18 - 22000 Hz 20 - 40000 Hz Sony WH-XB900N offer a larger frequency range than Sennheiser HD 2.30i.
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) 0.5% -
Sensitivity 115 dB/Vrms 101 dB/mW Sennheiser HD 2.30i have higher sensitivity than Sony WH-XB900N.
Impedance 22 Ohm 50 Ohm
Max Sound Pressure 115 dB -
Diaphragm - PET - 40 mm
Magnet Material - Neodymium
In-Cord Volume Control Yes -
MICROPHONE Sennheiser HD 2.30i Sony WH-XB900N
Form Factor - Built-in
Type On-cable -
Microphone Technology - Electret condenser
Microphone Operation Mode Mono, omni-directional Uni-directional
Frequency Response - 50 - 8000 Hz
REMOTE CONTROL Sennheiser HD 2.30i Sony WH-XB900N
Controls Volume, answer/end, play/pause Volume
CABLE Sennheiser HD 2.30i Sony WH-XB900N
Cable Type Headphones cable - 1.4 m Headphones cable - detachable - 1.2 m
USB-C charge cable - detachable - 20 cm
Cable Length 1.4 m 1.2 m
Detachable Cable Yes -
Plated Connector - Gold
FEATURES Sennheiser HD 2.30i Sony WH-XB900N
Sensors - Touch sensor
BATTERY AND CHARGING Sennheiser HD 2.30i 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 Sennheiser HD 2.30i Sony WH-XB900N
Connector Type Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole) USB (USB Type-C)
Bluetooth
Headphones (mini-phone 3.5 mm 4-pole)
OTHERS Sennheiser HD 2.30i Sony WH-XB900N
Compatibility iPhone -
Service & Support Limited warranty - 2 years Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year
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