Sony MDR 1000X vs. Audio-Technica ATH-DSR7BT

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Sony MDR 1000X and Audio-Technica ATH-DSR7BT. 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

Sony MDR 1000X vs. Audio-Technica ATH-DSR7BT Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Sony MDR 1000X Audio-Technica ATH-DSR7BT
Product Type Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless
Weight 275 g 300 g Sony MDR 1000X are lighter than Sony MDR 1000X headphones.
Colour Black | Beige -
Recommended Use Portable electronics -
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) 10 m 10 m The maximum operating distance of both headphones is the same.
SOUND QUALITY Sony MDR 1000X Audio-Technica ATH-DSR7BT
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
Headphones Technology Dynamic -
Ear Cups Type Closed -
Adjustable Headband - Yes
Foldable Yes Yes Both headphones can be folded.
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless
Wireless Technology Bluetooth Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 4.1 Bluetooth 4.2 Audio-Technica ATH-DSR7BT have a more advanced version of Bluetooth than Sony MDR 1000X.
Bluetooth Profiles Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP), Low Complexity Subband Coding (SBC) Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP)
Active Noise Cancelling Yes - Sony MDR 1000X are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Built-in Decoders - Pure Digital Drive
Frequency Response 4 - 40000 Hz 5 - 40000 Hz Sony MDR 1000X offer a larger frequency range than Audio-Technica ATH-DSR7BT.
Sensitivity 103 dB/mW 100 dB/mW Sony MDR 1000X have higher sensitivity than Audio-Technica ATH-DSR7BT.
Impedance 46 Ohm 35 Ohm
Diaphragm Liquid crystal polymer - 40 mm 45 mm Audio-Technica ATH-DSR7BT have a thicker diaphragm than Sony MDR 1000X.
Magnet Material Neodymium -
Features - Bluetooth aptX technology
MICROPHONE Sony MDR 1000X Audio-Technica ATH-DSR7BT
Form Factor - Built-in
Microphone Technology - Condenser
Microphone Operation Mode - Omni-directional
Frequency Response - 50 - 4000 Hz
Audio Input Details - Omni-directional - 50 - 4000 Hz
Sensitivity - -44 dB
REMOTE CONTROL Sony MDR 1000X Audio-Technica ATH-DSR7BT
Controls Volume control Volume, answer/end
CABLE Sony MDR 1000X Audio-Technica ATH-DSR7BT
Cable Type Headphones cable - detachable - L shaped - 1.5 m USB charge cable - 2 m
Cable Length 1.5 m -
Detachable Cable Yes -
Plated Connector Gold -
BATTERY AND CHARGING Sony MDR 1000X Audio-Technica ATH-DSR7BT
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion Headphone battery rechargeable - lithium polymer
Battery Life 20 hours 15 hour(s) Sony MDR 1000X lasts longer on a single charge than the Audio-Technica ATH-DSR7BT.
Standby Time 34 hours 1000 hours Audio-Technica ATH-DSR7BT have longer standby time than Sony MDR 1000X.
Charging Time 4 hours 4 hour(s) The charging of both headphones last the same time.
WIRELESS LINK Sony MDR 1000X Audio-Technica ATH-DSR7BT
Transmission Range 10 m 10 m The transmission range of both headphones is the same.
Modulation Type FHSS -
Radio Frequency Range 2.4 - 2.4835GHz -
CONNECTIONS Sony MDR 1000X Audio-Technica ATH-DSR7BT
Connector Type Bluetooth
USB
Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm)
USB (power only) (5 pin Micro-USB Type B (power only))
OTHERS Sony MDR 1000X Audio-Technica ATH-DSR7BT
Included Accessories Carrying case, USB cable, in-flight plug adapter Carrying pouch
Service & Support - Limited warranty - 2 years
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