Sony WH-XB900N vs. Philips Performance TAPH805BK

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Sony WH-XB900N and Philips Performance TAPH805BK. With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare design, sound quality, but also other key features of both headphones and easily decide which ones are the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the headphones that best fit your needs and expectations.

Headphones Specifications Comparison

Sony WH-XB900N vs. Philips Performance TAPH805BK Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Sony WH-XB900N Philips Performance TAPH805BK
Product Type Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC - 3.5 mm jack Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - 3.5 mm jack
Weight 254 g 278 g Sony WH-XB900N are lighter than Sony WH-XB900N headphones.
Colour Black | Blue 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.
High-Resolution Audio - Yes
SOUND QUALITY Sony WH-XB900N Philips Performance TAPH805BK
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
Headphones Technology Dynamic -
Ear Cups Type Closed Closed
Foldable - Yes Philips Performance TAPH805BK can be folded.
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless
Wireless Technology Bluetooth Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 4.2 Bluetooth 5.0 Philips Performance TAPH805BK have a more advanced version of Bluetooth than Sony WH-XB900N.
Bluetooth Profiles Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP), Serial Copy Management System (SCMS-T) Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP)
Bluetooth Audio Codec SBC, AAC, aptX, aptX HD, LDAC -
Active Noise Cancelling Yes Yes Both headphones are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Volume Limiting Function - Yes
Sound Output Mode Stereo -
Sound Effects Digital Sound Enhancement Engine (DSEE) -
Frequency Response 20 - 40000 Hz 7 - 40000 Hz Philips Performance TAPH805BK offer a larger frequency range than Sony WH-XB900N.
Max Input Power - 30 mW
Sensitivity 101 dB/mW 90 dB Sony WH-XB900N have higher sensitivity than Philips Performance TAPH805BK.
Impedance 50 Ohm 16 Ohm
Diaphragm PET - 40 mm PET - 40 mm Both headphones are designed with same thick diaphragm.
Magnet Material Neodymium Neodymium
MICROPHONE Sony WH-XB900N Philips Performance TAPH805BK
Form Factor Built-in Built-in
Microphone Technology Electret condenser -
Microphone Operation Mode Uni-directional -
Frequency Response 50 - 8000 Hz -
REMOTE CONTROL Sony WH-XB900N Philips Performance TAPH805BK
Controls Volume Volume control, reject call, forward call
CABLE Sony WH-XB900N Philips Performance TAPH805BK
Cable Type Headphones cable - detachable - 1.2 m
USB-C charge cable - detachable - 20 cm
Headphones cable - detachable
USB power cable - detachable
Cable Length 1.2 m -
Plated Connector Gold -
FEATURES Sony WH-XB900N Philips Performance TAPH805BK
Sensors Touch sensor -
BATTERY AND CHARGING Sony WH-XB900N Philips Performance TAPH805BK
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable Headphone battery rechargeable - lithium polymer
Battery Life 35 hour(s) 30 hour(s) Sony WH-XB900N lasts longer on a single charge than the Philips Performance TAPH805BK.
Battery Life Details Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON): up to 30 hours
Continuous playback (noise cancelling OFF): up to 35 hours
Continuous talk (noise cancelling OFF): up to 32 hours
Standby (noise cancelling OFF): up to 300 hours
Standby (noise cancelling ON): up to 50 hours
Continuous playback (noise cancelling OFF): up to 30 hours
Continuous talk: up to 30 hours
Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON): up to 25 hours
Standby Time 300 hours 200 hours Sony WH-XB900N have longer standby time than Philips Performance TAPH805BK.
Charging Time 7 hour(s) -
CONNECTIONS Sony WH-XB900N Philips Performance TAPH805BK
Connector Type USB (USB Type-C)
Bluetooth
Headphones (mini-phone 3.5 mm 4-pole)
Bluetooth
Headphones
USB (power only)
OTHERS Sony WH-XB900N Philips Performance TAPH805BK
Included Accessories - Airplane adapter, travel case
Service & Support Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year -
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