Sony MDR XB950N1 vs. AKG Y500

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Sony MDR XB950N1 and AKG Y500. 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 XB950N1 vs. AKG Y500 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Sony MDR XB950N1 AKG Y500
Product Type Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless
Weight 290 g -
Colour Black | Green -
Recommended Use Portable electronics Portable electronics
SOUND QUALITY Sony MDR XB950N1 AKG Y500
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)
Active Noise Cancelling Yes - Sony MDR XB950N1 are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Active Noise Cancelling Technology Digital Noise Cancelling technology (DNC) -
Sound Effects Extra Bass -
Frequency Response 20 - 22000 Hz 16 - 22000 Hz AKG Y500 offer a larger frequency range than Sony MDR XB950N1.
Sensitivity - 117 dB
Diaphragm 40 mm -
Features - Ambient Aware
MICROPHONE Sony MDR XB950N1 AKG Y500
Form Factor - Built-in
REMOTE CONTROL Sony MDR XB950N1 AKG Y500
Controls Volume control Power on/off, volume control, play/pause
CABLE Sony MDR XB950N1 AKG Y500
Cable Type Headphones cable - detachable - single-sided - L shaped - 1.2 m
USB cable
Charging cable - detachable
Headphones cable - detachable
BATTERY AND CHARGING Sony MDR XB950N1 AKG Y500
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable Headphone battery rechargeable
Battery Life 22 hour(s) 33 hour(s) AKG Y500 lasts longer on a single charge than the Sony MDR XB950N1.
Charging Time 7 hour(s) -
Included Qty - 1
CONNECTIONS Sony MDR XB950N1 AKG Y500
Connector Type Bluetooth
Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm)
USB (power only)
Headphones
OTHERS Sony MDR XB950N1 AKG Y500
Included Accessories Carrying pouch -
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