Sony MDR XB950N1 vs. Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC900BT

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Sony MDR XB950N1 and Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC900BT. 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. Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC900BT Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Sony MDR XB950N1 Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC900BT
Product Type Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless
Weight 290 g 263 g Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC900BT are lighter than Sony MDR XB950N1 headphones.
Colour Black | Green -
Earpad Material - Memory foam
Recommended Use Portable electronics Portable electronics
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) - 10 m
SOUND QUALITY Sony MDR XB950N1 Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC900BT
Headphones Form Factor On-ear Full size
Headphones Technology Dynamic Dynamic
Ear Cups Type Closed -
Foldable - Yes Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC900BT can be folded.
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless
Wireless Technology Bluetooth Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version - Bluetooth 5.0
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
Active Noise Cancelling Yes Yes Both headphones are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Active Noise Cancelling Technology Digital Noise Cancelling technology (DNC) Hybrid ANC
Sound Output Mode - Stereo
Sound Effects Extra Bass -
Frequency Response 20 - 22000 Hz 5 - 40000 Hz Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC900BT offer a larger frequency range than Sony MDR XB950N1.
Max Input Power - 1000 mW
Sensitivity - 100 dB/mW
Impedance - 35 Ohm
Diaphragm 40 mm 40 mm Both headphones are designed with same thick diaphragm.
MICROPHONE Sony MDR XB950N1 Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC900BT
Form Factor - Built-in
Microphone Technology - Electret condenser
Microphone Operation Mode - Omni-directional
Frequency Response - 50 - 4000 Hz
Sensitivity - -44 dB
REMOTE CONTROL Sony MDR XB950N1 Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC900BT
Controls Volume control Volume control, answer/end
CABLE Sony MDR XB950N1 Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC900BT
Cable Type Headphones cable - detachable - single-sided - L shaped - 1.2 m
USB cable
Headphones cable - detachable - L shaped - 1.2 m
Cable Length - 1.2 m
Detachable Cable - Yes
BATTERY AND CHARGING Sony MDR XB950N1 Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC900BT
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable Headphone battery rechargeable - lithium polymer
Battery Life 22 hour(s) 60 hour(s) Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC900BT lasts longer on a single charge than the Sony MDR XB950N1.
Battery Life Details - Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON / Bluetooth): up to 35 hours
Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON / cable connection): up to 60 hours
Charging Time 7 hour(s) 5.5 hour(s) Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC900BT recharge faster than Sony MDR XB950N1.
CONNECTIONS Sony MDR XB950N1 Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC900BT
Connector Type Bluetooth
Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm)
Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole)
OTHERS Sony MDR XB950N1 Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC900BT
Included Accessories Carrying pouch Carrying case, airplane adapter, micro-USB cable (0.3m)
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