Sony MDR XB950N1 vs. Shure AONIC 50

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Sony MDR XB950N1 and Shure AONIC 50. 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. Shure AONIC 50 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Sony MDR XB950N1 Shure AONIC 50
Product Type Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - 3.5 mm jack, USB-C
Weight 290 g 334 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 Shure AONIC 50
Headphones Form Factor On-ear Full size
Headphones Technology Dynamic Dynamic
Ear Cups Type Closed -
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless
Wireless Technology Bluetooth Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version - Bluetooth 5.0
Bluetooth Audio Codec - SBC, AAC, aptX, aptX HD, LDAC, 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) Adjustable noise cancellation
Sound Output Mode - Stereo
Sound Effects Extra Bass Loudness, Vocal Boost, De-ess, Flat, Low Boost
Frequency Response 20 - 22000 Hz 20 - 22000 Hz Both headphones offer the same frequency response.
Max Input Power - 100 mW
Sensitivity - 97 dB/mW
Impedance - 39 Ohm
Diaphragm 40 mm 50 mm Shure AONIC 50 have a thicker diaphragm than Sony MDR XB950N1.
Magnet Material - Neodymium
Features - Environment mode
MICROPHONE Sony MDR XB950N1 Shure AONIC 50
Form Factor - Built-in
REMOTE CONTROL Sony MDR XB950N1 Shure AONIC 50
Controls Volume control Volume, power on/off, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track, reject call, pair mode, voice assistant
CABLE Sony MDR XB950N1 Shure AONIC 50
Cable Type Headphones cable - detachable - single-sided - L shaped - 1.2 m
USB cable
Audio cable - detachable
Detachable Cable - Yes
Plated Connector - Nickel
FEATURES Sony MDR XB950N1 Shure AONIC 50
Additional Functions - Amplifier
BATTERY AND CHARGING Sony MDR XB950N1 Shure AONIC 50
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable Headphone battery rechargeable
Battery Life 22 hour(s) 20 hour(s) Sony MDR XB950N1 lasts longer on a single charge than the Shure AONIC 50.
Charging Time 7 hour(s) -
CONNECTIONS Sony MDR XB950N1 Shure AONIC 50
Connector Type Bluetooth
Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm)
Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm)
USB (24 pin USB-C)
OTHERS Sony MDR XB950N1 Shure AONIC 50
Included Accessories Carrying pouch Carrying case, USB-C charging cable
Compatibility - iPhone, iPad, Android phone
Service & Support - Limited warranty - 2 years
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