Sony MDR XB950B1 vs. Philips SHL5000WT

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Sony MDR XB950B1 and Philips SHL5000WT. 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. Philips SHL5000WT Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Sony MDR XB950B1 Philips SHL5000WT
Product Type Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC Headphones - wired - 3.5 mm jack
Weight 280 g -
Colour Black -
Recommended Use Portable electronics Portable electronics
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) 10 m -
SOUND QUALITY Sony MDR XB950B1 Philips SHL5000WT
Headphones Form Factor Full size On-ear
Headphones Technology Dynamic Dynamic
Ear Cups Type Closed Closed
Foldable - Yes Philips SHL5000WT can be folded.
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 -
Noise Isolating - Yes Philips SHL5000WT are equipped with a noise isolating function.
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Sound Effects Extra Bass -
Frequency Response 3 - 28000 Hz 9 - 24000 Hz Sony MDR XB950B1 offer a larger frequency range than Philips SHL5000WT.
Max Input Power - 40 mW
Sensitivity 105 dB/mW 104 dB Sony MDR XB950B1 have higher sensitivity than Philips SHL5000WT.
Impedance 32 Ohm 24 Ohm
Diaphragm 40 mm Mylar - 32 mm Sony MDR XB950B1 have a thicker diaphragm than Philips SHL5000WT.
Magnet Material - Neodymium
MICROPHONE Sony MDR XB950B1 Philips SHL5000WT
Form Factor Built-in -
Microphone Technology Electret condenser -
Microphone Operation Mode Omni-directional -
Frequency Response 50 - 8000 Hz -
REMOTE CONTROL Sony MDR XB950B1 Philips SHL5000WT
Controls Volume control -
CABLE Sony MDR XB950B1 Philips SHL5000WT
Cable Type Headphones cable - detachable - L shaped - 1.2 m
Micro-USB cable - 50 cm
Headphones cable - OFC - 1.2 m
Cable Length 1.2 m 1.2 m
Detachable Cable Yes -
Plated Connector - Gold
BATTERY AND CHARGING Sony MDR XB950B1 Philips SHL5000WT
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable -
Battery Life 18 hour(s) -
Standby Time 200 hours -
Charging Time 4 hour(s) -
WIRELESS LINK Sony MDR XB950B1 Philips SHL5000WT
Radio Frequency Range 2.4 - 2.4835GHz -
CONNECTIONS Sony MDR XB950B1 Philips SHL5000WT
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)
OTHERS Sony MDR XB950B1 Philips SHL5000WT
Compatibility iPhone, iPod, Android phone -
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