Sony WH-XB700 vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Sony WH-XB700 and Lenovo ThinkPad X1. 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. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Sony WH-XB700 Lenovo ThinkPad X1
Product Type Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC - 3.5 mm jack Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless
Weight 196 g 195 g Lenovo ThinkPad X1 are lighter than Sony WH-XB700 headphones.
Colour Black | Blue -
Recommended Use Portable electronics -
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) 10 m -
SOUND QUALITY Sony WH-XB700 Lenovo ThinkPad X1
Headphones Form Factor Full size On-ear
Headphones Technology Dynamic -
Ear Cups Type Closed -
Adjustable Headband - Yes
Foldable - Yes Lenovo ThinkPad X1 can be folded.
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless
Wireless Technology Bluetooth Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 4.2 Bluetooth 5.0 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 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) Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP)
Bluetooth Audio Codec SBC, AAC, aptX SBC, AAC, aptX, apt-X LL, mSBC
Active Noise Cancelling - Yes Lenovo ThinkPad X1 are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Active Noise Cancelling Technology - Environmental Noise Cancellation (ENC) / Hybrid ANC
Sound Output Mode Stereo -
Sound Effects Digital Sound Enhancement Engine (DSEE) -
Frequency Response 5 - 22000 Hz 20 - 20000 Hz Sony WH-XB700 offer a larger frequency range than Lenovo ThinkPad X1.
Max Input Power - 30 mW
Sensitivity 103 dB/mW 111 dB Lenovo ThinkPad X1 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.
Dynamic Range - 110 dB
Simultaneously Connectable Devices Qty (Multipoint) - 2 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 have the ability to connect to multiple devices simultaneously.
Magnet Material Neodymium -
MICROPHONE Sony WH-XB700 Lenovo ThinkPad X1
Form Factor Built-in Built-in
Noise Cancelling - Yes Lenovo ThinkPad X1 microphone can cancel out ambient noise.
Frequency Response - 50 - 8000 Hz
Dynamic Range - 95 dB
Signal-To-Noise Ratio - 19 dB
REMOTE CONTROL Sony WH-XB700 Lenovo ThinkPad X1
Controls Volume -
CABLE Sony WH-XB700 Lenovo ThinkPad X1
Cable Type Headphones cable - detachable - 1.2 m
USB charge cable - detachable
USB-C to USB-A cable - 1.3 m
USB-C cable - 1.3 m
Cable Length 1.2 m -
Plated Connector Gold -
BATTERY AND CHARGING Sony WH-XB700 Lenovo ThinkPad X1
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable Headphone battery rechargeable
Battery Life 30 hour(s) 20 hours Sony WH-XB700 lasts longer on a single charge than the Lenovo ThinkPad X1.
Battery Life Details - (noise cancelling OFF): up to 20 hours
Continuous playback: up to 15 hours
Standby Time 300 hours -
Charging Time 4 hour(s) 2 hours Lenovo ThinkPad X1 recharge faster than Sony WH-XB700.
CONNECTIONS Sony WH-XB700 Lenovo ThinkPad X1
Connector Type USB
Bluetooth
Headphones (mini-phone 3.5 mm 4-pole)
Headphones (24 pin USB-C)
OTHERS Sony WH-XB700 Lenovo ThinkPad X1
Included Accessories - Carrying case
Service & Support Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year Limited warranty - 1 year
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