Sony MDR XB950N1 vs. Bowers & Wilkins PX5

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Sony MDR XB950N1 and Bowers & Wilkins PX5. 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. Bowers & Wilkins PX5 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Sony MDR XB950N1 Bowers & Wilkins PX5
Product Type Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless
Height - 22 cm
Width - 16 cm
Depth - 7.01 cm
Weight 290 g 254 g Bowers & Wilkins PX5 are lighter than Sony MDR XB950N1 headphones.
Colour Black | Green Blue | Space grey
Recommended Use Portable electronics Portable electronics
SOUND QUALITY Sony MDR XB950N1 Bowers & Wilkins PX5
Headphones Form Factor On-ear On-ear
Headphones Technology Dynamic -
Ear Cups Type Closed -
Adjustable Headband - Yes
Foldable - Yes Bowers & Wilkins PX5 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), Generic Access Profile (GAP), Service Discovery Application Profile (SDAP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP), Device ID Profile (DIP)
Bluetooth Audio Codec - aptX
Active Noise Cancelling Yes Yes Both headphones are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Active Noise Cancelling Technology Digital Noise Cancelling technology (DNC) Adaptive Noise Cancelling
Noise Isolating - Yes Bowers & Wilkins PX5 are equipped with a noise isolating function.
Sound Output Mode - Stereo
Sound Effects Extra Bass -
Frequency Response 20 - 22000 Hz 10 - 30000 Hz Bowers & Wilkins PX5 offer a larger frequency range than Sony MDR XB950N1.
Sensitivity - 111 dB
Impedance - 22 Ohm
Diaphragm 40 mm 35.6 mm Sony MDR XB950N1 have a thicker diaphragm than Bowers & Wilkins PX5.
MICROPHONE Sony MDR XB950N1 Bowers & Wilkins PX5
Form Factor - Built-in
Microphones Included - 6
REMOTE CONTROL Sony MDR XB950N1 Bowers & Wilkins PX5
Controls Volume control Volume control, on/off, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track
CABLE Sony MDR XB950N1 Bowers & Wilkins PX5
Cable Type Headphones cable - detachable - single-sided - L shaped - 1.2 m
USB cable
Audio cable - detachable
USB-C charge cable - detachable
FEATURES Sony MDR XB950N1 Bowers & Wilkins PX5
Sensors - Proximity sensor
BATTERY AND CHARGING Sony MDR XB950N1 Bowers & Wilkins PX5
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable Headphone battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion
Battery Life 22 hour(s) 24 hour(s) Bowers & Wilkins PX5 lasts longer on a single charge than the Sony MDR XB950N1.
Charging Time 7 hour(s) -
CONNECTIONS Sony MDR XB950N1 Bowers & Wilkins PX5
Connector Type Bluetooth
Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm)
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OTHERS Sony MDR XB950N1 Bowers & Wilkins PX5
Included Accessories Carrying pouch Headphones pouch
Service & Support - Limited warranty - 2 years
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