Sony WH-XB700 vs. Microsoft Surface Headphones 2+

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Sony WH-XB700 and Microsoft Surface Headphones 2+. 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. Microsoft Surface Headphones 2+ Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Sony WH-XB700 Microsoft Surface Headphones 2+
Product Type Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC - 3.5 mm jack Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless, wired - 3.5 mm jack, USB-C
Height - 20.4 cm
Width - 19.5 cm
Depth - 4.8 cm
Weight 196 g 290.3 g Sony WH-XB700 are lighter than Sony WH-XB700 headphones.
Colour Black | Blue Matte black
Recommended Use Portable electronics -
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) 10 m -
SOUND QUALITY Sony WH-XB700 Microsoft Surface Headphones 2+
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
Headphones Technology Dynamic -
Ear Cups Type Closed -
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless, wired
Wireless Technology Bluetooth Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 4.2 -
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 SBC, aptX
Active Noise Cancelling - Yes Microsoft Surface Headphones 2+ are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Sound Output Mode Stereo 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 Microsoft Surface Headphones 2+.
Sensitivity 103 dB/mW -
Impedance 37 Ohm -
Max Sound Pressure - 115 dB
Diaphragm 40 mm 40 mm Both headphones are designed with same thick diaphragm.
Magnet Material Neodymium -
MICROPHONE Sony WH-XB700 Microsoft Surface Headphones 2+
Form Factor Built-in Built-in
REMOTE CONTROL Sony WH-XB700 Microsoft Surface Headphones 2+
Controls Volume Volume, power on/off, mute button, noise-cancellation suspend button, Microsoft Teams button
CABLE Sony WH-XB700 Microsoft Surface Headphones 2+
Cable Type Headphones cable - detachable - 1.2 m
USB charge cable - detachable
Audio cable - detachable - 1.2 m
USB-C cable - detachable - 1.5 m
Cable Length 1.2 m -
Detachable Cable - Yes
Plated Connector Gold -
FEATURES Sony WH-XB700 Microsoft Surface Headphones 2+
Features - Wear detection
BATTERY AND CHARGING Sony WH-XB700 Microsoft Surface Headphones 2+
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable Headphone battery rechargeable
Battery Life 30 hour(s) 18.5 hour(s) Sony WH-XB700 lasts longer on a single charge than the Microsoft Surface Headphones 2+.
Battery Life Details - Continuous playback: up to 18.5 hours
Continuous talk: up to 15 hours
Standby Time 300 hours -
Charging Time 4 hour(s) 2 hour(s) Microsoft Surface Headphones 2+ recharge faster than Sony WH-XB700.
CONNECTIONS Sony WH-XB700 Microsoft Surface Headphones 2+
Connector Type USB
Bluetooth
Headphones (mini-phone 3.5 mm 4-pole)
Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole)
USB (USB Type-C)
OTHERS Sony WH-XB700 Microsoft Surface Headphones 2+
Included Accessories - Carrying case, Surface USB Link
Compatibility - iPhone, iPad, Android phone, Mac, Windows
Software Certification - Certified for Microsoft Teams
Service & Support Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year Limited warranty - 1 year
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