Sennheiser MOMENTUM Wireless vs. Sony WH-1000XM4

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Sennheiser MOMENTUM Wireless and Sony WH-1000XM4. 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 MOMENTUM Wireless vs. Sony WH-1000XM4 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Sennheiser MOMENTUM Wireless Sony WH-1000XM4
Product Type Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless, wired - NFC - 3.5 mm jack
Height - 25.2 cm
Width - 7.7 cm
Length - 18.5 cm
Weight - 520 g
Colour Black White | Black | Silver | Midnight blue
Body Material Steel -
Earpad Material Sheep leather Urethane foam
Recommended Use - Portable electronics
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) - 10 m
High-Resolution Audio - Yes
SOUND QUALITY Sennheiser MOMENTUM Wireless Sony WH-1000XM4
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
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 5.0 Bluetooth 5.0 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), Serial Copy Management System (SCMS-T)
Bluetooth Audio Codec SBC, AAC, aptX, apt-X LL SBC, AAC, LDAC
Active Noise Cancelling Yes Yes Both headphones are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Active Noise Cancelling Technology - 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 6 - 23000 Hz -
Max Sound Pressure 99 dB -
Diaphragm - Aluminium coated LCP - 40 mm
Simultaneously Connectable Devices Qty (Multipoint) - 2 Sony WH-1000XM4 have the ability to connect to multiple devices simultaneously.
Magnet Material - Neodymium
Features - 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 Sennheiser MOMENTUM Wireless Sony WH-1000XM4
Form Factor Built-in Built-in
Frequency Response 50 - 10000 Hz -
Sensitivity -34 dBV/Pascal -
Microphones Included - 5
REMOTE CONTROL Sennheiser MOMENTUM Wireless Sony WH-1000XM4
Controls Volume, auto shut off on/off switch Volume control, ANC on/off
CABLE Sennheiser MOMENTUM Wireless Sony WH-1000XM4
Cable Type Headphones cable
USB charge cable
USB-A to USB-C adapter
USB-C charge cable - detachable
Audio cable - OFC - L shaped / mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm - 1.2 m
Detachable Cable Yes Yes
FEATURES Sennheiser MOMENTUM Wireless Sony WH-1000XM4
Features Transparent Hearing mode Touch control
Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible - Yes
Intelligent Assistant - Google Assistant, Alexa
Sensors - Proximity sensor, touch sensor
Additional Functions - Touch panel
BATTERY AND CHARGING Sennheiser MOMENTUM Wireless Sony WH-1000XM4
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable - lithium polymer Headphone battery rechargeable
Battery Life 17 hour(s) 38 hour(s) Sony WH-1000XM4 lasts longer on a single charge than the Sennheiser MOMENTUM Wireless.
Battery Life Details - Continuous playback (active noise-cancelling on): up to 30 hours
Continuous playback (active noise-cancelling off): up to 38 hours
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 Sennheiser MOMENTUM Wireless Sony WH-1000XM4
Connector Type Headphones (mini-phone 3.5 mm 4-pole) USB (power only)
Bluetooth
Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm)
OTHERS Sennheiser MOMENTUM Wireless Sony WH-1000XM4
Included Accessories Carrying case Carrying case, in-flight plug adapter, headphones cable (1.2 m), USB-C cable (0.2m)
Compliant Standards Bluetooth Class 5 -
Service & Support 2-year warranty Limited warranty - parts - 1 year
Limited warranty - labour - 90 days
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