Sony MDR XB950N1 vs. Philips TAH8506

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of Sony MDR XB950N1 and Philips TAH8506. 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. Philips TAH8506 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Sony MDR XB950N1 Philips TAH8506
Product Type Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless, wired - 2.5 mm jack
Height - 20.5 cm
Width - 18.5 cm
Depth - 4.5 cm
Weight 290 g 279 g Philips TAH8506 are lighter than Sony MDR XB950N1 headphones.
Colour Black | Green Black | White
Recommended Use Portable electronics -
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) - 10 m
High-Resolution Audio - Yes
SOUND QUALITY Sony MDR XB950N1 Philips TAH8506
Headphones Form Factor On-ear Full size
Headphones Technology Dynamic Dynamic
Ear Cups Type Closed Open
Adjustable Headband - Yes
Foldable - Yes Philips TAH8506 can be folded.
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless, wired
Wireless Technology Bluetooth Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version - Bluetooth 5.0
Bluetooth Profiles - Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP)
Bluetooth Audio Codec - SBC, AAC
Active Noise Cancelling Yes Yes Both headphones are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Active Noise Cancelling Technology Digital Noise Cancelling technology (DNC) Hybrid Active Noise Cancelling Pro
Sound Effects Extra Bass -
Frequency Response 20 - 22000 Hz 7 - 40000 Hz Philips TAH8506 offer a larger frequency range than Sony MDR XB950N1.
Max Input Power - 30 mW
Sensitivity - 105 dB
Impedance - 32 Ohm
Diaphragm 40 mm 40 mm Both headphones are designed with same thick diaphragm.
MICROPHONE Sony MDR XB950N1 Philips TAH8506
Form Factor - Built-in
REMOTE CONTROL Sony MDR XB950N1 Philips TAH8506
Controls Volume control Volume
CABLE Sony MDR XB950N1 Philips TAH8506
Cable Type Headphones cable - detachable - single-sided - L shaped - 1.2 m
USB cable
USB-C charge cable - detachable - 50 cm
Headphones cable - 1.2 m
Airplane connection adapter
Detachable Cable - Yes
FEATURES Sony MDR XB950N1 Philips TAH8506
Features - Touch control, Multipoint Pairing
Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible - Yes
Voice Control - Indirect
Intelligent Assistant - Google Assistant ready, Siri ready
BATTERY AND CHARGING Sony MDR XB950N1 Philips TAH8506
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable Headphone battery rechargeable - lithium polymer
Battery Capacity - 800 mAh
Battery Life 22 hour(s) 60 hour(s) Philips TAH8506 lasts longer on a single charge than the Sony MDR XB950N1.
Battery Life Details - Continuous playback (noise cancelling OFF): up to 60 hours
Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON): up to 45 hours
Continuous talk: up to 45 hours
Charging Time 7 hour(s) 2 hour(s) Philips TAH8506 recharge faster than Sony MDR XB950N1.
CONNECTIONS Sony MDR XB950N1 Philips TAH8506
Connector Type Bluetooth
Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm)
USB (power only) (USB Type-C)
OTHERS Sony MDR XB950N1 Philips TAH8506
Included Accessories Carrying pouch Hard case
Service & Support - Limited warranty - 2 year / 3 incidents
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