Sony MDR XB950B1 vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Sony MDR XB950B1 and Lenovo ThinkPad X1. 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. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Sony MDR XB950B1 Lenovo ThinkPad X1
Product Type Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless
Weight 280 g 195 g Lenovo ThinkPad X1 are lighter than Sony MDR XB950B1 headphones.
Colour Black -
Recommended Use Portable electronics -
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) 10 m -
SOUND QUALITY Sony MDR XB950B1 Lenovo ThinkPad X1
Headphones Form Factor Full size On-ear
Headphones Technology Dynamic -
Ear Cups Type Closed -
Adjustable Headband - Yes
Foldable - Yes Lenovo ThinkPad X1 can be folded.
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless
Wireless Technology Bluetooth Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 4.1 Bluetooth 5.0 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 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), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP)
Bluetooth Audio Codec SBC, AAC, aptX SBC, AAC, aptX, apt-X LL, mSBC
Active Noise Cancelling - Yes Lenovo ThinkPad X1 are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Active Noise Cancelling Technology - Environmental Noise Cancellation (ENC) / Hybrid ANC
Sound Output Mode Stereo -
Sound Effects Extra Bass -
Frequency Response 3 - 28000 Hz 20 - 20000 Hz Sony MDR XB950B1 offer a larger frequency range than Lenovo ThinkPad X1.
Max Input Power - 30 mW
Sensitivity 105 dB/mW 111 dB Lenovo ThinkPad X1 have higher sensitivity than Sony MDR XB950B1.
Impedance 32 Ohm 32 Ohm
Diaphragm 40 mm 40 mm Both headphones are designed with same thick diaphragm.
Dynamic Range - 110 dB
Simultaneously Connectable Devices Qty (Multipoint) - 2 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 have the ability to connect to multiple devices simultaneously.
MICROPHONE Sony MDR XB950B1 Lenovo ThinkPad X1
Form Factor Built-in Built-in
Microphone Technology Electret condenser -
Microphone Operation Mode Omni-directional -
Noise Cancelling - Yes Lenovo ThinkPad X1 microphone can cancel out ambient noise.
Frequency Response 50 - 8000 Hz 50 - 8000 Hz The frequency response of the microphones in both headphones is the same.
Dynamic Range - 95 dB
Signal-To-Noise Ratio - 19 dB
REMOTE CONTROL Sony MDR XB950B1 Lenovo ThinkPad X1
Controls Volume control -
CABLE Sony MDR XB950B1 Lenovo ThinkPad X1
Cable Type Headphones cable - detachable - L shaped - 1.2 m
Micro-USB cable - 50 cm
USB-C to USB-A cable - 1.3 m
USB-C cable - 1.3 m
Cable Length 1.2 m -
Detachable Cable Yes -
BATTERY AND CHARGING Sony MDR XB950B1 Lenovo ThinkPad X1
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable Headphone battery rechargeable
Battery Life 18 hour(s) 20 hours Lenovo ThinkPad X1 lasts longer on a single charge than the Sony MDR XB950B1.
Battery Life Details - (noise cancelling OFF): up to 20 hours
Continuous playback: up to 15 hours
Standby Time 200 hours -
Charging Time 4 hour(s) 2 hours Lenovo ThinkPad X1 recharge faster than Sony MDR XB950B1.
WIRELESS LINK Sony MDR XB950B1 Lenovo ThinkPad X1
Radio Frequency Range 2.4 - 2.4835GHz -
CONNECTIONS Sony MDR XB950B1 Lenovo ThinkPad X1
Connector Type USB (power only) (5 pin Micro-USB Type B (power only))
Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole)
Headphones (24 pin USB-C)
OTHERS Sony MDR XB950B1 Lenovo ThinkPad X1
Included Accessories - Carrying case
Compatibility iPhone, iPod, Android phone -
Service & Support - Limited warranty - 1 year
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