Sony MDR XB950N1 vs. Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H9 3rd Generation

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Sony MDR XB950N1 and Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H9 3rd Generation. 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. Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H9 3rd Generation Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Sony MDR XB950N1 Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H9 3rd Generation
Product Type Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless, wired - 3.5 mm jack
Height - 20 cm
Width - 19.7 cm
Depth - 5.2 cm
Weight 290 g 285 g Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H9 3rd Generation are lighter than Sony MDR XB950N1 headphones.
Colour Black | Green Chestnut
Body Material - Stainless steel, aluminium
Earpad Material - Leather
Recommended Use Portable electronics Portable electronics
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) - 10 m
SOUND QUALITY Sony MDR XB950N1 Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H9 3rd Generation
Headphones Form Factor On-ear Full size
Headphones Technology Dynamic Dynamic
Ear Cups Type Closed -
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless, wired
Wireless Technology Bluetooth Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version - Bluetooth 4.2
Bluetooth Audio Codec - SBC, AAC, apt-X LL
Active Noise Cancelling Yes Yes Both headphones are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Active Noise Cancelling Technology Digital Noise Cancelling technology (DNC) -
Sound Output Mode - Stereo
Sound Effects Extra Bass Signature Sound
Frequency Response 20 - 22000 Hz 20 - 22000 Hz Both headphones offer the same frequency response.
Sensitivity - 93 dB
Impedance - 24 Ohm
Diaphragm 40 mm 40 mm Both headphones are designed with same thick diaphragm.
MICROPHONE Sony MDR XB950N1 Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H9 3rd Generation
Form Factor - Built-in
REMOTE CONTROL Sony MDR XB950N1 Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H9 3rd Generation
Controls Volume control Volume, on/off, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track, pair mode, voice assistant, noise-cancellation suspend button, ANC on/off
CABLE Sony MDR XB950N1 Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H9 3rd Generation
Cable Type Headphones cable - detachable - single-sided - L shaped - 1.2 m
USB cable
Headphones cable - detachable - 1.2 m
USB-C charge cable - detachable - 1.25 m
Cable Length - 1.2 m
Detachable Cable - Yes
FEATURES Sony MDR XB950N1 Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H9 3rd Generation
Features - Touch control
Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible - Yes
Intelligent Assistant - Google Assistant
BATTERY AND CHARGING Sony MDR XB950N1 Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H9 3rd Generation
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable Headphone battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity - 1110 mAh
Battery Life 22 hour(s) 33 hour(s) Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H9 3rd Generation lasts longer on a single charge than the Sony MDR XB950N1.
Battery Life Details - Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON / Bluetooth): up to 25 hours
Continuous playback (noise cancelling OFF / Bluetooth): up to 32 hours
Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON / cable connection): up to 33 hours
Charging Time 7 hour(s) 3 hour(s) Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H9 3rd Generation recharge faster than Sony MDR XB950N1.
CONNECTIONS Sony MDR XB950N1 Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H9 3rd Generation
Connector Type Bluetooth
Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm)
Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm)
OTHERS Sony MDR XB950N1 Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H9 3rd Generation
Included Accessories Carrying pouch Carrying pouch, airplane adapter
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