Sony MDR XB950N1 vs. Soundcore Life Q35

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Sony MDR XB950N1 and Soundcore Life Q35. 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. Soundcore Life Q35 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Sony MDR XB950N1 Soundcore Life Q35
Product Type Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless, wired - NFC - 3.5 mm jack
Height - 18.8 cm
Width - 16.5 cm
Depth - 8.5 cm
Weight 290 g 270 g Soundcore Life Q35 are lighter than Sony MDR XB950N1 headphones.
Colour Black | Green Blue
Recommended Use Portable electronics Portable electronics
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) - 15 m
High-Resolution Audio - Yes
SOUND QUALITY Sony MDR XB950N1 Soundcore Life Q35
Headphones Form Factor On-ear Full size
Headphones Technology Dynamic Dynamic
Ear Cups Type Closed -
Foldable - Yes Soundcore Life Q35 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)
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) -
Sound Output Mode - Stereo
Sound Effects Extra Bass -
Frequency Response 20 - 22000 Hz 16 - 40000 Hz Soundcore Life Q35 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.
MICROPHONE Sony MDR XB950N1 Soundcore Life Q35
Form Factor - Built-in
Noise Cancelling - Yes Soundcore Life Q35 microphone can cancel out ambient noise.
Microphones Included - 2
REMOTE CONTROL Sony MDR XB950N1 Soundcore Life Q35
Controls Volume control Volume, power on/off, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track, voice assistant, ANC on/off
CABLE Sony MDR XB950N1 Soundcore Life Q35
Cable Type Headphones cable - detachable - single-sided - L shaped - 1.2 m
USB cable
Headphones cable - detachable - with remote control and mic
USB-C charge cable - detachable
FEATURES Sony MDR XB950N1 Soundcore Life Q35
Features - Fast charge, wear detection
Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible - Yes
Intelligent Assistant - Siri
BATTERY AND CHARGING Sony MDR XB950N1 Soundcore Life Q35
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable Headphone battery rechargeable
Battery Capacity - 720 mAh
Battery Life 22 hour(s) 60 hour(s) Soundcore Life Q35 lasts longer on a single charge than the Sony MDR XB950N1.
Battery Life Details - Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON): up to 60 hours
Continuous playback (noise cancelling OFF): up to 40 hours
Charging Time 7 hour(s) 2 hour(s) Soundcore Life Q35 recharge faster than Sony MDR XB950N1.
CONNECTIONS Sony MDR XB950N1 Soundcore Life Q35
Connector Type Bluetooth
Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm)
Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole)
OTHERS Sony MDR XB950N1 Soundcore Life Q35
Included Accessories Carrying pouch Airplane adapter, USB-C charging cable, travel case
Service & Support - Limited warranty - 18 months
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