Detailed comparison and review of Sony MDR XB950N1 and Sennheiser PXC 550-II. 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.
| DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | Sony MDR XB950N1 | Sennheiser PXC 550-II |
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| Product Type | Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless | Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless | |
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| Height | - | 17.4 cm | |
| Width | - | 13.6 cm | |
| Depth | - | 6.3 cm | |
| Weight | 290 g | 227 g | Sennheiser PXC 550-II are lighter than Sony MDR XB950N1 headphones. |
| Colour | Black | Green | - | |
| Recommended Use | Portable electronics | Portable electronics |
| SOUND QUALITY | Sony MDR XB950N1 | Sennheiser PXC 550-II |
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| Headphones Form Factor | On-ear | Full size | |
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| Headphones Technology | Dynamic | Dynamic | |
| Ear Cups Type | Closed | - | |
| Adjustable Headband | - | Yes | |
| Foldable | - | Yes | Sennheiser PXC 550-II 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), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP) | |
| Bluetooth Audio Codec | - | SBC, AAC, aptX, 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 | - | |
| Frequency Response | 20 - 22000 Hz | 17 - 23000 Hz | Sennheiser PXC 550-II offer a larger frequency range than Sony MDR XB950N1. |
| Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) | - | <0.5% | |
| Sensitivity | - | 110 dB | |
| Impedance | - | 490 Ohm | |
| Diaphragm | 40 mm | 32 mm | Sony MDR XB950N1 have a thicker diaphragm than Sennheiser PXC 550-II. |
| MICROPHONE | Sony MDR XB950N1 | Sennheiser PXC 550-II |
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| Form Factor | - | Built-in | |
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| Frequency Response | - | 50 - 10000 Hz | |
| Sensitivity | - | -34 dBV/Pascal | |
| Microphones Included | - | 3 |
| REMOTE CONTROL | Sony MDR XB950N1 | Sennheiser PXC 550-II |
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| Controls | Volume control | Mute, volume, answer/end, hold, play/pause, next/previous track |
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| CABLE | Sony MDR XB950N1 | Sennheiser PXC 550-II |
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| Cable Type | Headphones cable - detachable - single-sided - L shaped - 1.2 m USB cable |
USB charge cable Audio cable |
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| Detachable Cable | - | Yes |
| FEATURES | Sony MDR XB950N1 | Sennheiser PXC 550-II |
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| Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible | - | Yes | |
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| Intelligent Assistant | - | Siri, Google Assistant, Alexa | |
| Additional Functions | - | Touch panel |
| BATTERY AND CHARGING | Sony MDR XB950N1 | Sennheiser PXC 550-II |
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| Battery Type | Headphone battery rechargeable | Headphone battery rechargeable - lithium | |
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| Battery Life | 22 hour(s) | 30 hour(s) | Sennheiser PXC 550-II lasts longer on a single charge than the Sony MDR XB950N1. |
| Battery Life Details | - | Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON / cable connection): up to 30 hours Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON / Bluetooth): up to 20 hours |
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| Charging Time | 7 hour(s) | 3 hour(s) | Sennheiser PXC 550-II recharge faster than Sony MDR XB950N1. |
| CONNECTIONS | Sony MDR XB950N1 | Sennheiser PXC 550-II |
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| Connector Type | Bluetooth Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm) |
Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm) USB (micro-USB) |
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| OTHERS | Sony MDR XB950N1 | Sennheiser PXC 550-II |
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| Included Accessories | Carrying pouch | Carrying case, airplane adapter | |
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| Compliant Standards | - | MFI | |
| Service & Support | - | Limited warranty - 2 years |
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