Sony WH-XB700 vs. Audio-Technica ATH-S220BT

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Sony WH-XB700 and Audio-Technica ATH-S220BT. 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 WH-XB700 vs. Audio-Technica ATH-S220BT Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Sony WH-XB700 Audio-Technica ATH-S220BT
Product Type Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC - 3.5 mm jack Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless, wired - 3.5 mm jack
Weight 196 g 180 g Audio-Technica ATH-S220BT are lighter than Sony WH-XB700 headphones.
Colour Black | Blue White | Black
Recommended Use Portable electronics Portable electronics
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) 10 m 10 m The maximum operating distance of both headphones is the same.
SOUND QUALITY Sony WH-XB700 Audio-Technica ATH-S220BT
Headphones Form Factor Full size On-ear
Headphones Technology Dynamic Dynamic
Ear Cups Type Closed Closed
Adjustable Headband - Yes
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless, wired
Wireless Technology Bluetooth Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 4.2 Bluetooth 5.0 Audio-Technica ATH-S220BT have a more advanced version of Bluetooth than Sony WH-XB700.
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 -
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Sound Effects Digital Sound Enhancement Engine (DSEE) -
Frequency Response 5 - 22000 Hz 5 - 32000 Hz Audio-Technica ATH-S220BT offer a larger frequency range than Sony WH-XB700.
Sensitivity 103 dB/mW 105 dB/mW Audio-Technica ATH-S220BT have higher sensitivity than Sony WH-XB700.
Impedance 37 Ohm 32 Ohm
Diaphragm 40 mm 40 mm Both headphones are designed with same thick diaphragm.
Magnet Material Neodymium -
MICROPHONE Sony WH-XB700 Audio-Technica ATH-S220BT
Form Factor Built-in Built-in
Microphone Technology - Electret condenser
Microphone Operation Mode - Omni-directional
Frequency Response - 50 - 4000 Hz
Sensitivity - -42 dB
REMOTE CONTROL Sony WH-XB700 Audio-Technica ATH-S220BT
Controls Volume Volume, answer/end, play/pause
CABLE Sony WH-XB700 Audio-Technica ATH-S220BT
Cable Type Headphones cable - detachable - 1.2 m
USB charge cable - detachable
USB charge cable - 30 cm
Audio cable - detachable - with remote control and mic - 1.2 m
Cable Length 1.2 m 1.2 m
Plated Connector Gold -
FEATURES Sony WH-XB700 Audio-Technica ATH-S220BT
Features - Multipoint Pairing
Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible - Yes
Intelligent Assistant - Siri, Google Assistant
BATTERY AND CHARGING Sony WH-XB700 Audio-Technica ATH-S220BT
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable Headphone battery rechargeable - lithium polymer
Battery Life 30 hour(s) 60 hour(s) Audio-Technica ATH-S220BT lasts longer on a single charge than the Sony WH-XB700.
Standby Time 300 hours -
Charging Time 4 hour(s) 4 hour(s) The charging of both headphones last the same time.
CONNECTIONS Sony WH-XB700 Audio-Technica ATH-S220BT
Connector Type USB
Bluetooth
Headphones (mini-phone 3.5 mm 4-pole)
Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm)
OTHERS Sony WH-XB700 Audio-Technica ATH-S220BT
Service & Support Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year -
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