Side by side comparison and review of Sony MDR XB950N1 and Sony WH-1000XM4. 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.
| DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | Sony MDR XB950N1 | Sony WH-1000XM4 |
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| Product Type | Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless | Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless, wired - NFC - 3.5 mm jack | |
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| Height | - | 25.2 cm | |
| Width | - | 7.7 cm | |
| Length | - | 18.5 cm | |
| Weight | 290 g | 520 g | Sony MDR XB950N1 are lighter than Sony MDR XB950N1 headphones. |
| Colour | Black | Green | White | Black | Silver | Midnight blue | |
| Earpad Material | - | Urethane foam | |
| Recommended Use | Portable electronics | Portable electronics | |
| Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) | - | 10 m | |
| High-Resolution Audio | - | Yes |
| SOUND QUALITY | Sony MDR XB950N1 | Sony WH-1000XM4 |
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| Headphones Form Factor | On-ear | Full size | |
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| Headphones Technology | Dynamic | Dynamic | |
| Ear Cups Type | Closed | Closed | |
| Foldable | - | Yes | Sony WH-1000XM4 can be folded. |
| Connectivity Technology | Wireless | Wireless, wired | |
| 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), Serial Copy Management System (SCMS-T) | |
| Bluetooth Audio Codec | - | SBC, AAC, LDAC | |
| Active Noise Cancelling | Yes | Yes | Both headphones are equipped with active noice cancellation. |
| Active Noise Cancelling Technology | Digital Noise Cancelling technology (DNC) | Ambient Sound Mode / Dual Noise Sensor | |
| Sound Effects | Extra Bass | Digital Sound Enhancement Engine Extreme (DSEE Extreme), Adaptive Sound Control, 360 Reality Audio | |
| Frequency Response | 20 - 22000 Hz | - | |
| Diaphragm | 40 mm | Aluminium coated LCP - 40 mm | Both headphones are designed with same thick diaphragm. |
| Simultaneously Connectable Devices Qty (Multipoint) | - | 2 | Sony WH-1000XM4 have the ability to connect to multiple devices simultaneously. |
| Magnet Material | - | Neodymium | |
| Features | - | HD Noise Canceling Processor QN1, Speak-to-chat technology, Precise Voice Pickup Technology, Quick Attention function, CCAW coil, Smart Listening Technology, Personal Noise Cancelling Optimiser, Atmospheric Pressure Optimising |
| MICROPHONE | Sony MDR XB950N1 | Sony WH-1000XM4 |
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| Form Factor | - | Built-in | |
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| Microphones Included | - | 5 |
| REMOTE CONTROL | Sony MDR XB950N1 | Sony WH-1000XM4 |
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| Controls | Volume control | Volume control, ANC on/off |
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| CABLE | Sony MDR XB950N1 | Sony WH-1000XM4 |
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| Cable Type | Headphones cable - detachable - single-sided - L shaped - 1.2 m USB cable |
USB-C charge cable - detachable Audio cable - OFC - L shaped / mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm - 1.2 m |
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| Detachable Cable | - | Yes |
| FEATURES | Sony MDR XB950N1 | Sony WH-1000XM4 |
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| Features | - | Touch control | |
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| Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible | - | Yes | |
| Intelligent Assistant | - | Google Assistant, Alexa | |
| Sensors | - | Proximity sensor, touch sensor | |
| Additional Functions | - | Touch panel |
| BATTERY AND CHARGING | Sony MDR XB950N1 | Sony WH-1000XM4 |
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| Battery Type | Headphone battery rechargeable | Headphone battery rechargeable | |
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| Battery Life | 22 hour(s) | 38 hour(s) | Sony WH-1000XM4 lasts longer on a single charge than the Sony MDR XB950N1. |
| Battery Life Details | - | Continuous playback (active noise-cancelling on): up to 30 hours Continuous playback (active noise-cancelling off): up to 38 hours |
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| Standby Time | - | 200 hours | |
| Charging Time | 7 hour(s) | 3 hour(s) | Sony WH-1000XM4 recharge faster than Sony MDR XB950N1. |
| Included Qty | - | 1 |
| CONNECTIONS | Sony MDR XB950N1 | Sony WH-1000XM4 |
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| Connector Type | Bluetooth Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm) |
USB (power only) Bluetooth Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm) |
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| OTHERS | Sony MDR XB950N1 | Sony WH-1000XM4 |
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| Included Accessories | Carrying pouch | Carrying case, in-flight plug adapter, headphones cable (1.2 m), USB-C cable (0.2m) | |
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| Service & Support | - | Limited warranty - parts - 1 year Limited warranty - labour - 90 days |
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