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.
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | Sony WH-XB700 | Microsoft Surface Headphones 2+ |
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Product Type | Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC - 3.5 mm jack | Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless, wired - 3.5 mm jack, USB-C | |
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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+ |
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Headphones Form Factor | Full size | Full size | |
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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+ |
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Form Factor | Built-in | Built-in |
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REMOTE CONTROL | Sony WH-XB700 | Microsoft Surface Headphones 2+ |
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Controls | Volume | Volume, power on/off, mute button, noise-cancellation suspend button, Microsoft Teams button |
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CABLE | Sony WH-XB700 | Microsoft Surface Headphones 2+ |
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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 |
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Cable Length | 1.2 m | - | |
Detachable Cable | - | Yes | |
Plated Connector | Gold | - |
FEATURES | Sony WH-XB700 | Microsoft Surface Headphones 2+ |
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Features | - | Wear detection |
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BATTERY AND CHARGING | Sony WH-XB700 | Microsoft Surface Headphones 2+ |
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Battery Type | Headphone battery rechargeable | Headphone battery rechargeable | |
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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 |
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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+ |
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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) |
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OTHERS | Sony WH-XB700 | Microsoft Surface Headphones 2+ |
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Included Accessories | - | Carrying case, Surface USB Link | |
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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 |