Sony MDR XB950B1 vs. Jabra Elite 45h

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Sony MDR XB950B1 and Jabra Elite 45h. 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 XB950B1 vs. Jabra Elite 45h Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Sony MDR XB950B1 Jabra Elite 45h
Product Type Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless
Height - 18.6 cm
Width - 15.7 cm
Depth - 6.05 cm
Weight 280 g 160 g Jabra Elite 45h are lighter than Sony MDR XB950B1 headphones.
Colour Black Titanium black | Gold beige | Copper black | Navy | Black
Earpad Material - Leatherette, memory foam
Protection - Dust-resistant, wind protection, rainproof
Recommended Use Portable electronics Portable electronics
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) 10 m 10 m The maximum operating distance of both headphones is the same.
SOUND QUALITY Sony MDR XB950B1 Jabra Elite 45h
Headphones Form Factor Full size On-ear
Headphones Technology Dynamic -
Ear Cups Type Closed -
Foldable - Yes Jabra Elite 45h can be folded.
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless
Wireless Technology Bluetooth Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 4.1 Bluetooth 5.0 Jabra Elite 45h have a more advanced version of Bluetooth than Sony MDR XB950B1.
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), Serial Port Profile (SPP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP)
Bluetooth Audio Codec SBC, AAC, aptX -
Noise Isolating - Yes Jabra Elite 45h are equipped with a noise isolating function.
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Sound Effects Extra Bass -
Frequency Response 3 - 28000 Hz 20 - 20000 Hz Sony MDR XB950B1 offer a larger frequency range than Jabra Elite 45h.
Sensitivity 105 dB/mW -
Impedance 32 Ohm -
Diaphragm 40 mm 40 mm Both headphones are designed with same thick diaphragm.
Simultaneously Connectable Devices Qty (Multipoint) - 2 Jabra Elite 45h have the ability to connect to multiple devices simultaneously.
MICROPHONE Sony MDR XB950B1 Jabra Elite 45h
Form Factor Built-in Built-in
Microphone Technology Electret condenser -
Microphone Operation Mode Omni-directional -
Frequency Response 50 - 8000 Hz 100 - 10000 Hz Jabra Elite 45h offer a larger microphone frequency range than Sony MDR XB950B1.
Microphones Included - 2
REMOTE CONTROL Sony MDR XB950B1 Jabra Elite 45h
Controls Volume control Mute, volume, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track
CABLE Sony MDR XB950B1 Jabra Elite 45h
Cable Type Headphones cable - detachable - L shaped - 1.2 m
Micro-USB cable - 50 cm
USB-C cable - detachable - 30 cm
Cable Length 1.2 m -
Detachable Cable Yes -
FEATURES Sony MDR XB950B1 Jabra Elite 45h
Features - Fast charge
Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible - Yes
Intelligent Assistant - Siri, Google Assistant, Alexa
BATTERY AND CHARGING Sony MDR XB950B1 Jabra Elite 45h
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable Headphone battery rechargeable
Battery Life 18 hour(s) 50 hour(s) Jabra Elite 45h lasts longer on a single charge than the Sony MDR XB950B1.
Battery Life Details - Continuous playback: up to 50 hours
Continuous talk: up to 40 hours
Standby (auto power off after 24 hours): up to 1 year
Standby Time 200 hours -
Charging Time 4 hour(s) 1.5 hour(s) Jabra Elite 45h recharge faster than Sony MDR XB950B1.
WIRELESS LINK Sony MDR XB950B1 Jabra Elite 45h
Radio Frequency Range 2.4 - 2.4835GHz -
CONNECTIONS Sony MDR XB950B1 Jabra Elite 45h
Connector Type USB (power only) (5 pin Micro-USB Type B (power only))
Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole)
USB (power only) (USB Type-C)
OTHERS Sony MDR XB950B1 Jabra Elite 45h
Included Accessories - Carrying bag, USB-C charging cable
Compatibility iPhone, iPod, Android phone -
Compliant Standards - FCC, RoHS, REACH, EAC, RCM, ISED
Service & Support - Limited warranty - 1 year
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