Sony MDR XB950N1 vs. Marshall MONITOR II A.N.C.

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of Sony MDR XB950N1 and Marshall MONITOR II A.N.C.. 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. Marshall MONITOR II A.N.C. Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Sony MDR XB950N1 Marshall MONITOR II A.N.C.
Product Type Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless
Weight 290 g 320 g Sony MDR XB950N1 are lighter than Sony MDR XB950N1 headphones.
Colour Black | Green Black
Recommended Use Portable electronics Portable electronics
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) - 10 m
SOUND QUALITY Sony MDR XB950N1 Marshall MONITOR II A.N.C.
Headphones Form Factor On-ear Full size
Headphones Technology Dynamic Dynamic
Ear Cups Type Closed -
Foldable - Yes Marshall MONITOR II A.N.C. can be folded.
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless
Wireless Technology Bluetooth Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version - Bluetooth 5.0
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 -
Frequency Response 20 - 22000 Hz 20 - 20000 Hz Sony MDR XB950N1 offer a larger frequency range than Marshall MONITOR II A.N.C..
Sensitivity - 96 dB
Impedance - 32 Ohm
Diaphragm 40 mm 40 mm Both headphones are designed with same thick diaphragm.
MICROPHONE Sony MDR XB950N1 Marshall MONITOR II A.N.C.
Form Factor - Built-in
REMOTE CONTROL Sony MDR XB950N1 Marshall MONITOR II A.N.C.
Controls Volume control Volume, power on/off, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track, skip track, voice assistant, equaliser preset, ANC on/off
CABLE Sony MDR XB950N1 Marshall MONITOR II A.N.C.
Cable Type Headphones cable - detachable - single-sided - L shaped - 1.2 m
USB cable
Headphones cable - detachable
Detachable Cable - Yes
FEATURES Sony MDR XB950N1 Marshall MONITOR II A.N.C.
Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible - Yes
Intelligent Assistant - Google Assistant
BATTERY AND CHARGING Sony MDR XB950N1 Marshall MONITOR II A.N.C.
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable Headphone battery rechargeable
Battery Life 22 hour(s) 30 hour(s) Marshall MONITOR II A.N.C. lasts longer on a single charge than the Sony MDR XB950N1.
Battery Life Details - Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON / Bluetooth): up to 30 hours
Continuous playback (noise cancelling OFF / Bluetooth): up to 45 hours
Charging Time 7 hour(s) 2 hour(s) Marshall MONITOR II A.N.C. recharge faster than Sony MDR XB950N1.
CONNECTIONS Sony MDR XB950N1 Marshall MONITOR II A.N.C.
Connector Type Bluetooth
Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm)
Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm)
OTHERS Sony MDR XB950N1 Marshall MONITOR II A.N.C.
Included Accessories Carrying pouch Carrying bag, USB-C charging cable
Service & Support - Limited warranty - 1 year
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