Sony MDR XB950B1 vs. Sennheiser HD 300

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Sony MDR XB950B1 and Sennheiser HD 300. 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. Sennheiser HD 300 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Sony MDR XB950B1 Sennheiser HD 300
Product Type Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC Headphones - wired - 3.5 mm jack
Weight 280 g 182 g Sennheiser HD 300 are lighter than Sony MDR XB950B1 headphones.
Colour Black -
Recommended Use Portable electronics Portable electronics
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) 10 m -
SOUND QUALITY Sony MDR XB950B1 Sennheiser HD 300
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
Headphones Technology Dynamic Dynamic
Ear Cups Type Closed Closed
Foldable - Yes Sennheiser HD 300 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 -
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Sound Effects Extra Bass -
Frequency Response 3 - 28000 Hz 18 - 20000 Hz Sony MDR XB950B1 offer a larger frequency range than Sennheiser HD 300.
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) - 0.5%
Sensitivity 105 dB/mW -
Impedance 32 Ohm 18 Ohm
Max Sound Pressure - 118 dB
Diaphragm 40 mm -
MICROPHONE Sony MDR XB950B1 Sennheiser HD 300
Form Factor Built-in -
Microphone Technology Electret condenser -
Microphone Operation Mode Omni-directional -
Frequency Response 50 - 8000 Hz -
REMOTE CONTROL Sony MDR XB950B1 Sennheiser HD 300
Controls Volume control -
CABLE Sony MDR XB950B1 Sennheiser HD 300
Cable Type Headphones cable - detachable - L shaped - 1.2 m
Micro-USB cable - 50 cm
Headphones cable - 1.4 m
Cable Length 1.2 m 1.4 m
Detachable Cable Yes -
BATTERY AND CHARGING Sony MDR XB950B1 Sennheiser HD 300
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable -
Battery Life 18 hour(s) -
Standby Time 200 hours -
Charging Time 4 hour(s) -
WIRELESS LINK Sony MDR XB950B1 Sennheiser HD 300
Radio Frequency Range 2.4 - 2.4835GHz -
CONNECTIONS Sony MDR XB950B1 Sennheiser HD 300
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 Sennheiser HD 300
Compatibility iPhone, iPod, Android phone -
Service & Support - Limited warranty - parts and labour - 2 years
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