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.
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | Sony WH-XB700 | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 |
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Product Type | Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC - 3.5 mm jack | Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless | |
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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 |
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Headphones Form Factor | Full size | On-ear | |
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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 |
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Form Factor | Built-in | Built-in | |
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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 |
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Controls | Volume | - |
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CABLE | Sony WH-XB700 | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 |
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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 |
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Cable Length | 1.2 m | - | |
Plated Connector | Gold | - |
BATTERY AND CHARGING | Sony WH-XB700 | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 |
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Battery Type | Headphone battery rechargeable | Headphone battery rechargeable | |
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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 |
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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 |
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Connector Type | USB Bluetooth Headphones (mini-phone 3.5 mm 4-pole) |
Headphones (24 pin USB-C) |
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OTHERS | Sony WH-XB700 | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 |
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Included Accessories | - | Carrying case | |
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Service & Support | Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year | Limited warranty - 1 year |