Sony MDR XB950N1 vs. AKG N700NCM2

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Sony MDR XB950N1 and AKG N700NCM2. 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.

Headphones Specifications Comparison

Sony MDR XB950N1 vs. AKG N700NCM2 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Sony MDR XB950N1 AKG N700NCM2
Product Type Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - 3.5 mm jack
Weight 290 g 277 g AKG N700NCM2 are lighter than Sony MDR XB950N1 headphones.
Colour Black | Green -
Recommended Use Portable electronics -
SOUND QUALITY Sony MDR XB950N1 AKG N700NCM2
Headphones Form Factor On-ear On-ear
Headphones Technology Dynamic -
Ear Cups Type Closed -
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless
Wireless Technology Bluetooth Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version - Bluetooth 4.2
Bluetooth Profiles - Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP)
Bluetooth Audio Codec - SBC, AAC
Active Noise Cancelling Yes Yes Both headphones are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Active Noise Cancelling Technology Digital Noise Cancelling technology (DNC) -
Noise Isolating - Yes AKG N700NCM2 are equipped with a noise isolating function.
Sound Effects Extra Bass -
Frequency Response 20 - 22000 Hz 10 - 20000 Hz Sony MDR XB950N1 offer a larger frequency range than AKG N700NCM2.
Max Input Power - 30 mW
Impedance - 16 Ohm
Diaphragm 40 mm 40 mm Both headphones are designed with same thick diaphragm.
MICROPHONE Sony MDR XB950N1 AKG N700NCM2
Form Factor - Built-in
REMOTE CONTROL Sony MDR XB950N1 AKG N700NCM2
Controls Volume control Answer/end, 1-button remote
CABLE Sony MDR XB950N1 AKG N700NCM2
Cable Type Headphones cable - detachable - single-sided - L shaped - 1.2 m
USB cable
Charging cable - detachable
Headphones cable - detachable
Detachable Cable - Yes
BATTERY AND CHARGING Sony MDR XB950N1 AKG N700NCM2
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable Headphone battery rechargeable - lithium polymer
Battery Capacity - 800 mAh
Battery Life 22 hour(s) 23 hour(s) AKG N700NCM2 lasts longer on a single charge than the Sony MDR XB950N1.
Battery Life Details - Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON / Bluetooth): up to 23 hours
Continuous talk: up to 23 hours
Charging Time 7 hour(s) 3 hour(s) AKG N700NCM2 recharge faster than Sony MDR XB950N1.
CONNECTIONS Sony MDR XB950N1 AKG N700NCM2
Connector Type Bluetooth
Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm)
Bluetooth
USB (power only)
OTHERS Sony MDR XB950N1 AKG N700NCM2
Included Accessories Carrying pouch Carrying case, in-flight plug adapter
Compatibility - iPhone, iPad, iPod, Android phone
Service & Support - Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year
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