Detailed comparison and review of Sony h.ear on MDR-100ABN 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.
| DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | Sony h.ear on MDR-100ABN | Sony WH-1000XM4 |
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| Product Type | Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless, wired - NFC | Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless, wired - NFC - 3.5 mm jack | |
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| Height | - | 25.2 cm | |
| Width | - | 7.7 cm | |
| Length | - | 18.5 cm | |
| Weight | 290 g | 520 g | Sony h.ear on MDR-100ABN are lighter than Sony h.ear on MDR-100ABN headphones. |
| Colour | Charcoal black | Bordeaux pink | Cinnabar red | Lime yellow | Viridian blue | White | Black | Silver | Midnight blue | |
| Earpad Material | - | Urethane foam | |
| Recommended Use | Portable electronics | Portable electronics | |
| Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) | - | 10 m | |
| High-Resolution Audio | - | Yes |
| SOUND QUALITY | Sony h.ear on MDR-100ABN | Sony WH-1000XM4 |
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| Headphones Form Factor | Full size | Full size | |
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| Headphones Technology | - | Dynamic | |
| Ear Cups Type | Closed | Closed | |
| Foldable | - | Yes | Sony WH-1000XM4 can be folded. |
| Connectivity Technology | Wireless, wired | Wireless, wired | |
| Wireless Technology | Bluetooth | Bluetooth | |
| Bluetooth Version | - | Bluetooth 5.0 | |
| Bluetooth Profiles | Leadership Development and Advisory Council (LDAC) | 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, 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 | 5 - 40000 Hz | - | |
| Sensitivity | 103 dB/mW | - | |
| Impedance | 32 Ohm | - | |
| Diaphragm | 40 mm | Aluminium coated LCP - 40 mm | Both headphones are designed with same thick diaphragm. |
| Simultaneously Connectable Devices Qty (Multipoint) | - | 2 | Sony WH-1000XM4 have the ability to connect to multiple devices simultaneously. |
| Magnet Material | Neodymium | 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 | Sony h.ear on MDR-100ABN | Sony WH-1000XM4 |
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| Form Factor | Built-in | Built-in | |
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| Microphone Technology | Electret condenser | - | |
| Audio Input Details | Omni-directional | - | |
| Microphones Included | - | 5 |
| REMOTE CONTROL | Sony h.ear on MDR-100ABN | Sony WH-1000XM4 |
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| Controls | Volume control | Volume control, ANC on/off |
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| CABLE | Sony h.ear on MDR-100ABN | Sony WH-1000XM4 |
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| Cable Type | Headphones cable - detachable - 1.2 m | USB-C charge cable - detachable Audio cable - OFC - L shaped / mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm - 1.2 m |
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| Cable Length | 1.2 m | - | |
| Detachable Cable | Yes | Yes | |
| Plated Connector | Gold | - |
| FEATURES | Sony h.ear on MDR-100ABN | Sony WH-1000XM4 |
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| Features | - | Touch control | |
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| Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible | - | Yes | |
| Intelligent Assistant | - | Google Assistant, Alexa | |
| Sensors | - | Proximity sensor, touch sensor | |
| Additional Functions | - | Touch panel |
| BATTERY AND CHARGING | Sony h.ear on MDR-100ABN | Sony WH-1000XM4 |
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| Battery Type | - | Headphone battery rechargeable | |
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| Battery Life | - | 38 hour(s) | |
| Battery Life Details | - | Continuous playback (active noise-cancelling on): up to 30 hours Continuous playback (active noise-cancelling off): up to 38 hours |
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| Standby Time | - | 200 hours | |
| Charging Time | - | 3 hour(s) | |
| Included Qty | - | 1 |
| CONNECTIONS | Sony h.ear on MDR-100ABN | Sony WH-1000XM4 |
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| Connector Type | Headphones | USB (power only) Bluetooth Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm) |
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| OTHERS | Sony h.ear on MDR-100ABN | Sony WH-1000XM4 |
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| Included Accessories | Carrying case | Carrying case, in-flight plug adapter, headphones cable (1.2 m), USB-C cable (0.2m) | |
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| Service & Support | - | Limited warranty - parts - 1 year Limited warranty - labour - 90 days |
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