Sony MDR XB950N1 vs. Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of Sony MDR XB950N1 and Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT. Compare design, sound quality and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect headphones. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the headphones that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.

Headphones Specifications Comparison

Sony MDR XB950N1 vs. Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Sony MDR XB950N1 Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT
Product Type Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - 3.5 mm jack
Weight 290 g 310 g Sony MDR XB950N1 are lighter than Sony MDR XB950N1 headphones.
Colour Black | Green -
Recommended Use Portable electronics -
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) - 10 m
SOUND QUALITY Sony MDR XB950N1 Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT
Headphones Form Factor On-ear Full size
Headphones Technology Dynamic Dynamic
Ear Cups Type Closed Closed
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless
Wireless Technology Bluetooth Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version - Bluetooth 5.0
Bluetooth Audio Codec - SBC, AAC, aptX
Active Noise Cancelling Yes - Sony MDR XB950N1 are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Active Noise Cancelling Technology Digital Noise Cancelling technology (DNC) -
Sound Output Mode - Stereo
Sound Effects Extra Bass -
Frequency Response 20 - 22000 Hz 15 - 28000 Hz Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT offer a larger frequency range than Sony MDR XB950N1.
Sensitivity - 99 dB/mW
Impedance - 38 Ohm
Diaphragm 40 mm 45 mm Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT have a thicker diaphragm than Sony MDR XB950N1.
MICROPHONE Sony MDR XB950N1 Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT
Form Factor - Built-in
REMOTE CONTROL Sony MDR XB950N1 Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT
Controls Volume control Volume
CABLE Sony MDR XB950N1 Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT
Cable Type Headphones cable - detachable - single-sided - L shaped - 1.2 m
USB cable
Headphones cable - detachable - L shaped - 1.2 m
USB charge cable - detachable - 30 cm
Plated Connector - Gold
BATTERY AND CHARGING Sony MDR XB950N1 Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable Headphone battery rechargeable - lithium polymer
Battery Life 22 hour(s) 40 hour(s) Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT lasts longer on a single charge than the Sony MDR XB950N1.
Charging Time 7 hour(s) 7 hour(s) The charging of both headphones last the same time.
CONNECTIONS Sony MDR XB950N1 Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT
Connector Type Bluetooth
Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm)
Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm)
OTHERS Sony MDR XB950N1 Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT
Included Accessories Carrying pouch Protective pouch
Service & Support - Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year
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