Sennheiser PXC 480 vs. Sony WH-XB700

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Sennheiser PXC 480 and Sony WH-XB700. Compare design, audio features, functions and other important specifications to easily choose the right headphones for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the headphones that will best fit your needs.

Headphones Specifications Comparison

Sennheiser PXC 480 vs. Sony WH-XB700 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Sennheiser PXC 480 Sony WH-XB700
Product Type Headphones - wired - 3.5 mm jack Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC - 3.5 mm jack
Weight - 196 g
Colour - Black | Blue
Recommended Use Portable electronics Portable electronics
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) - 10 m
SOUND QUALITY Sennheiser PXC 480 Sony WH-XB700
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
Headphones Technology - Dynamic
Ear Cups Type - Closed
Adjustable Headband Yes -
Foldable Yes - Sennheiser PXC 480 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)
Bluetooth Audio Codec - SBC, AAC, aptX
Active Noise Cancelling Yes - Sennheiser PXC 480 are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Active Noise Cancelling Technology NoiseGard active noise compensation -
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Sound Effects - Digital Sound Enhancement Engine (DSEE)
Frequency Response 18 - 20000 Hz 5 - 22000 Hz Sony WH-XB700 offer a larger frequency range than Sennheiser PXC 480.
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) 0.5% -
Sensitivity 118 dB 103 dB/mW Sennheiser PXC 480 have higher sensitivity than Sony WH-XB700.
Impedance 18 Ohm 37 Ohm
Diaphragm - 40 mm
Magnet Material - Neodymium
In-Cord Volume Control Yes -
MICROPHONE Sennheiser PXC 480 Sony WH-XB700
Form Factor - Built-in
REMOTE CONTROL Sennheiser PXC 480 Sony WH-XB700
Controls Answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track Volume
CABLE Sennheiser PXC 480 Sony WH-XB700
Cable Type Headphones cable - detachable Headphones cable - detachable - 1.2 m
USB charge cable - detachable
Cable Length - 1.2 m
Plated Connector - Gold
BATTERY AND CHARGING Sennheiser PXC 480 Sony WH-XB700
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable Headphone battery rechargeable
Battery Life 50 hour(s) 30 hour(s) Sennheiser PXC 480 lasts longer on a single charge than the Sony WH-XB700.
Standby Time - 300 hours
Charging Time - 4 hour(s)
CONNECTIONS Sennheiser PXC 480 Sony WH-XB700
Connector Type Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm) USB
Bluetooth
Headphones (mini-phone 3.5 mm 4-pole)
OTHERS Sennheiser PXC 480 Sony WH-XB700
Included Accessories Airplane adapter, 6.3 mm (1/4") stereo adapter, travel bag, USB charging cable -
Service & Support Limited warranty - 2 years Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year
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