Sony MDR XB950N1 vs. Soundcore Life Q20+

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Sony MDR XB950N1 and Soundcore Life Q20+. 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.

Headphones Specifications Comparison

Sony MDR XB950N1 vs. Soundcore Life Q20+ Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Sony MDR XB950N1 Soundcore Life Q20+
Product Type Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless, wired - 3.5 mm jack
Height - 16.8 cm
Width - 22.3 cm
Depth - 8 cm
Weight 290 g 281 g Soundcore Life Q20+ are lighter than Sony MDR XB950N1 headphones.
Colour Black | Green Black | Blue
Earpad Material - Memory foam
Recommended Use Portable electronics Portable electronics
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) - 15 m
High-Resolution Audio - Yes
SOUND QUALITY Sony MDR XB950N1 Soundcore Life Q20+
Headphones Form Factor On-ear Full size
Headphones Technology Dynamic Dynamic
Ear Cups Type Closed -
Foldable - Yes Soundcore Life Q20+ can be folded.
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless, wired
Wireless Technology Bluetooth Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version - Bluetooth 5.0
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
Sound Output Mode - Stereo
Sound Effects Extra Bass -
Frequency Response 20 - 22000 Hz 16 - 40000 Hz Soundcore Life Q20+ offer a larger frequency range than Sony MDR XB950N1.
Impedance - 16 Ohm
Diaphragm 40 mm 40 mm Both headphones are designed with same thick diaphragm.
Simultaneously Connectable Devices Qty (Multipoint) - 2 Soundcore Life Q20+ have the ability to connect to multiple devices simultaneously.
Features - MultiPoint Technology
MICROPHONE Sony MDR XB950N1 Soundcore Life Q20+
Form Factor - Built-in
Noise Cancelling - Yes Soundcore Life Q20+ microphone can cancel out ambient noise.
Microphones Included - 4
REMOTE CONTROL Sony MDR XB950N1 Soundcore Life Q20+
Controls Volume control Volume, power on/off, answer/end, hold, play/pause, next/previous track, reject call, pair mode, voice assistant, ANC on/off, ANC/transparency
CABLE Sony MDR XB950N1 Soundcore Life Q20+
Cable Type Headphones cable - detachable - single-sided - L shaped - 1.2 m
USB cable
USB-C charge cable - detachable
Headphones cable - detachable
Detachable Cable - Yes
FEATURES Sony MDR XB950N1 Soundcore Life Q20+
Features - Fast charge
Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible - Yes
Intelligent Assistant - Siri
BATTERY AND CHARGING Sony MDR XB950N1 Soundcore Life Q20+
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable Headphone battery rechargeable
Battery Life 22 hour(s) 60 hour(s) Soundcore Life Q20+ 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 40 hours
Charging Time 7 hour(s) 3 hour(s) Soundcore Life Q20+ recharge faster than Sony MDR XB950N1.
CONNECTIONS Sony MDR XB950N1 Soundcore Life Q20+
Connector Type Bluetooth
Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm)
Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm)
OTHERS Sony MDR XB950N1 Soundcore Life Q20+
Included Accessories Carrying pouch Travel pouch, USB-C charging cable
Service & Support - Limited warranty - 18 months
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