Sony MDR XB950N1 vs. Beats Studio Pro

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Sony MDR XB950N1 and Beats Studio Pro. 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. Beats Studio Pro Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Sony MDR XB950N1 Beats Studio Pro
Product Type Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless, wired - 3.5 mm jack, USB-C
Height - 18.1 cm
Width - 17.8 cm
Depth - 7.8 cm
Weight 290 g 260 g Beats Studio Pro are lighter than Sony MDR XB950N1 headphones.
Colour Black | Green Black | Navy | Sandstone | Deep brown
Earpad Material - Leather
Recommended Use Portable electronics Portable electronics, computer
Tracking Data - Location
SOUND QUALITY Sony MDR XB950N1 Beats Studio Pro
Headphones Form Factor On-ear Full size
Headphones Technology Dynamic -
Ear Cups Type Closed -
Adjustable Headband - Yes
Foldable - Yes Beats Studio Pro can be folded.
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless, wired
Wireless Technology Bluetooth Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version - Bluetooth 5.3
Active Noise Cancelling Yes Yes Both headphones are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Active Noise Cancelling Technology Digital Noise Cancelling technology (DNC) Adaptive Active Noise Cancellation
Sound Output Mode - Stereo
Sound Effects Extra Bass 360° Surround Sound
Frequency Response 20 - 22000 Hz -
Diaphragm 40 mm 40 mm Both headphones are designed with same thick diaphragm.
Magnet Material - Neodymium iron boron
Features - Fast Fuel technology, Google Fast Pair, 3 Sound Profiles
MICROPHONE Sony MDR XB950N1 Beats Studio Pro
Form Factor - Built-in
REMOTE CONTROL Sony MDR XB950N1 Beats Studio Pro
Controls Volume control Volume, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track, voice assistant, multiple function button
CABLE Sony MDR XB950N1 Beats Studio Pro
Cable Type Headphones cable - detachable - single-sided - L shaped - 1.2 m
USB cable
Headphones cable - detachable
USB-C to USB-C cable - detachable
Detachable Cable - Yes
FEATURES Sony MDR XB950N1 Beats Studio Pro
Features - Over the air updates, Dynamic Head Tracking, one-touch pairing
Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible - Yes
Communications Technology - Bluetooth
Voice Control - Indirect
Intelligent Assistant - Siri
Additional Functions - Transparency mode, lossless audio
BATTERY AND CHARGING Sony MDR XB950N1 Beats Studio Pro
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable Headphone battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion
Battery Life 22 hour(s) 40 hour(s) Beats Studio Pro lasts longer on a single charge than the Sony MDR XB950N1.
Battery Life Details - Continuous playback (active noise-cancelling off): up to 40 hours
Continuous playback (active noise-cancelling on): up to 24 hours
Continuous playback (transparency on): up to 24 hours
Charging Time 7 hour(s) -
CONNECTIONS Sony MDR XB950N1 Beats Studio Pro
Connector Type Bluetooth
Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm)
Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole)
Headphones (USB Type-C)
OTHERS Sony MDR XB950N1 Beats Studio Pro
Included Accessories Carrying pouch Carrying case
Compatibility - iPhone, iPad, iPod, Android phone, Mac, Android tablet
Compliant Standards - Bluetooth Class 1
Service & Support - Limited warranty - 1 year
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