In depth comparison and review of Sony MDR XB950B1 and Audio-Technica ATH MSR7b. 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.
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | Sony MDR XB950B1 | Audio-Technica ATH MSR7b |
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Product Type | Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC | Headphones - wired - 3.5 mm jack | |
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Weight | 280 g | - | |
Colour | Black | Black | |
Recommended Use | Portable electronics | - | |
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) | 10 m | - | |
High-Resolution Audio | - | Yes |
SOUND QUALITY | Sony MDR XB950B1 | Audio-Technica ATH MSR7b |
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Headphones Form Factor | Full size | Full size | |
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Headphones Technology | Dynamic | Dynamic | |
Ear Cups Type | Closed | - | |
Connectivity Technology | Wireless | Wired | |
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 | - | |
Sound Output Mode | Stereo | Stereo | |
Sound Effects | Extra Bass | - | |
Frequency Response | 3 - 28000 Hz | 5 - 50000 Hz | Audio-Technica ATH MSR7b offer a larger frequency range than Sony MDR XB950B1. |
Sensitivity | 105 dB/mW | 101 dB/mW | Sony MDR XB950B1 have higher sensitivity than Audio-Technica ATH MSR7b. |
Impedance | 32 Ohm | 36 Ohm | |
Diaphragm | 40 mm | 45 mm | Audio-Technica ATH MSR7b have a thicker diaphragm than Sony MDR XB950B1. |
MICROPHONE | Sony MDR XB950B1 | Audio-Technica ATH MSR7b |
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Form Factor | Built-in | - | |
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Microphone Technology | Electret condenser | - | |
Microphone Operation Mode | Omni-directional | - | |
Frequency Response | 50 - 8000 Hz | - |
REMOTE CONTROL | Sony MDR XB950B1 | Audio-Technica ATH MSR7b |
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Controls | Volume control | - |
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CABLE | Sony MDR XB950B1 | Audio-Technica ATH MSR7b |
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Cable Type | Headphones cable - detachable - L shaped - 1.2 m Micro-USB cable - 50 cm |
2 x headphones cable - detachable - 1.2 m | |
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Cable Length | 1.2 m | - | |
Detachable Cable | Yes | - |
BATTERY AND CHARGING | Sony MDR XB950B1 | Audio-Technica ATH MSR7b |
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Battery Type | Headphone battery rechargeable | - | |
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Battery Life | 18 hour(s) | - | |
Standby Time | 200 hours | - | |
Charging Time | 4 hour(s) | - |
WIRELESS LINK | Sony MDR XB950B1 | Audio-Technica ATH MSR7b |
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Radio Frequency Range | 2.4 - 2.4835GHz | - |
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CONNECTIONS | Sony MDR XB950B1 | Audio-Technica ATH MSR7b |
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Connector Type | USB (power only) (5 pin Micro-USB Type B (power only)) Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole) |
Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm) |
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OTHERS | Sony MDR XB950B1 | Audio-Technica ATH MSR7b |
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Included Accessories | - | Carrying pouch | |
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Compatibility | iPhone, iPod, Android phone | - | |
Service & Support | - | Limited warranty - parts and labour - 2 years |