Side by side comparison and review of Sony WH-XB900N and Sony WH-1000XM4. Compare design, sound quality and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect headphones. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the headphones that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | Sony WH-XB900N | Sony WH-1000XM4 |
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Product Type | Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC - 3.5 mm jack | Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless, wired - NFC - 3.5 mm jack | |
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Height | - | 25.2 cm | |
Width | - | 7.7 cm | |
Length | - | 18.5 cm | |
Weight | 254 g | 520 g | Sony WH-XB900N are lighter than Sony WH-XB900N headphones. |
Colour | Black | Blue | White | Black | Silver | Midnight blue | |
Earpad Material | - | Urethane foam | |
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 | Sony WH-1000XM4 |
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Headphones Form Factor | Full size | Full size | |
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Headphones Technology | Dynamic | Dynamic | |
Ear Cups Type | Closed | Closed | |
Foldable | - | Yes | Sony WH-1000XM4 can be folded. |
Connectivity Technology | Wireless | Wireless, wired | |
Wireless Technology | Bluetooth | Bluetooth | |
Bluetooth Version | Bluetooth 4.2 | Bluetooth 5.0 | Sony WH-1000XM4 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), Serial Copy Management System (SCMS-T) | |
Bluetooth Audio Codec | SBC, AAC, aptX, aptX HD, LDAC | SBC, AAC, LDAC | |
Active Noise Cancelling | Yes | Yes | Both headphones are equipped with active noice cancellation. |
Active Noise Cancelling Technology | - | Ambient Sound Mode / Dual Noise Sensor | |
Sound Output Mode | Stereo | - | |
Sound Effects | Digital Sound Enhancement Engine (DSEE) | Digital Sound Enhancement Engine Extreme (DSEE Extreme), Adaptive Sound Control, 360 Reality Audio | |
Frequency Response | 20 - 40000 Hz | - | |
Sensitivity | 101 dB/mW | - | |
Impedance | 50 Ohm | - | |
Diaphragm | PET - 40 mm | Aluminium coated LCP - 40 mm | Both headphones are designed with same thick diaphragm. |
Simultaneously Connectable Devices Qty (Multipoint) | - | 2 | Sony WH-1000XM4 have the ability to connect to multiple devices simultaneously. |
Magnet Material | Neodymium | Neodymium | |
Features | - | HD Noise Canceling Processor QN1, Speak-to-chat technology, Precise Voice Pickup Technology, Quick Attention function, CCAW coil, Smart Listening Technology, Personal Noise Cancelling Optimiser, Atmospheric Pressure Optimising |
MICROPHONE | Sony WH-XB900N | Sony WH-1000XM4 |
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Form Factor | Built-in | Built-in | |
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Microphone Technology | Electret condenser | - | |
Microphone Operation Mode | Uni-directional | - | |
Frequency Response | 50 - 8000 Hz | - | |
Microphones Included | - | 5 |
REMOTE CONTROL | Sony WH-XB900N | Sony WH-1000XM4 |
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Controls | Volume | Volume control, ANC on/off |
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CABLE | Sony WH-XB900N | Sony WH-1000XM4 |
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Cable Type | Headphones cable - detachable - 1.2 m USB-C charge cable - detachable - 20 cm |
USB-C charge cable - detachable Audio cable - OFC - L shaped / mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm - 1.2 m |
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Cable Length | 1.2 m | - | |
Detachable Cable | - | Yes | |
Plated Connector | Gold | - |
FEATURES | Sony WH-XB900N | Sony WH-1000XM4 |
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Features | - | Touch control | |
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Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible | - | Yes | |
Intelligent Assistant | - | Google Assistant, Alexa | |
Sensors | Touch sensor | Proximity sensor, touch sensor | |
Additional Functions | - | Touch panel |
BATTERY AND CHARGING | Sony WH-XB900N | Sony WH-1000XM4 |
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Battery Type | Headphone battery rechargeable | Headphone battery rechargeable | |
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Battery Life | 35 hour(s) | 38 hour(s) | Sony WH-1000XM4 lasts longer on a single charge than the Sony WH-XB900N. |
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 (active noise-cancelling on): up to 30 hours Continuous playback (active noise-cancelling off): up to 38 hours |
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Standby Time | 300 hours | 200 hours | Sony WH-XB900N have longer standby time than Sony WH-1000XM4. |
Charging Time | 7 hour(s) | 3 hour(s) | Sony WH-1000XM4 recharge faster than Sony WH-XB900N. |
Included Qty | - | 1 |
CONNECTIONS | Sony WH-XB900N | Sony WH-1000XM4 |
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Connector Type | USB (USB Type-C) Bluetooth Headphones (mini-phone 3.5 mm 4-pole) |
USB (power only) Bluetooth Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm) |
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OTHERS | Sony WH-XB900N | Sony WH-1000XM4 |
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Included Accessories | - | Carrying case, in-flight plug adapter, headphones cable (1.2 m), USB-C cable (0.2m) | |
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Service & Support | Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year | Limited warranty - parts - 1 year Limited warranty - labour - 90 days |