Sennheiser HD 4.30G vs. Sony MDR XB950B1

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Sennheiser HD 4.30G 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

Sennheiser HD 4.30G vs. Sony MDR XB950B1 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Sennheiser HD 4.30G Sony MDR XB950B1
Product Type Headphones - wired - 3.5 mm jack Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC
Weight - 280 g
Colour Black | White Black
Recommended Use - Portable electronics
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) - 10 m
SOUND QUALITY Sennheiser HD 4.30G Sony MDR XB950B1
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
Headphones Technology - Dynamic
Ear Cups Type Closed Closed
Connectivity Technology Wired Wireless
Wireless Technology - Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version - Bluetooth 4.1
Bluetooth Profiles - Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP)
Bluetooth Audio Codec - SBC, AAC, aptX
Noise Isolating Yes - Sennheiser HD 4.30G are equipped with a noise isolating function.
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Sound Effects - Extra Bass
Frequency Response 18 - 20000 Hz 3 - 28000 Hz Sony MDR XB950B1 offer a larger frequency range than Sennheiser HD 4.30G.
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) 0.5% -
Sensitivity - 105 dB/mW
Impedance 18 Ohm 32 Ohm
Diaphragm 32 mm 40 mm Sony MDR XB950B1 have a thicker diaphragm than Sennheiser HD 4.30G.
In-Cord Volume Control Yes -
MICROPHONE Sennheiser HD 4.30G Sony MDR XB950B1
Form Factor - Built-in
Type On-cable -
Microphone Technology - Electret condenser
Microphone Operation Mode Omni-directional Omni-directional
Frequency Response - 50 - 8000 Hz
Sensitivity -44 dBV/Pascal -
REMOTE CONTROL Sennheiser HD 4.30G Sony MDR XB950B1
Controls 3-button remote Volume control
CABLE Sennheiser HD 4.30G Sony MDR XB950B1
Cable Type - Headphones cable - detachable - L shaped - 1.2 m
Micro-USB cable - 50 cm
Cable Length 1.4 m 1.2 m
Detachable Cable Yes Yes
Plated Connector Gold -
BATTERY AND CHARGING Sennheiser HD 4.30G Sony MDR XB950B1
Battery Type - Headphone battery rechargeable
Battery Life - 18 hour(s)
Standby Time - 200 hours
Charging Time - 4 hour(s)
WIRELESS LINK Sennheiser HD 4.30G Sony MDR XB950B1
Radio Frequency Range - 2.4 - 2.4835GHz
CONNECTIONS Sennheiser HD 4.30G Sony MDR XB950B1
Connector Type Headphones (mini-phone 3.5 mm 4-pole) USB (power only) (5 pin Micro-USB Type B (power only))
Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole)
OTHERS Sennheiser HD 4.30G Sony MDR XB950B1
Included Accessories Soft bag -
Compatibility - iPhone, iPod, Android phone
Service & Support Limited warranty - parts and labour - 2 years -
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