AKG K371 vs. Sony WH-1000XM4

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of AKG K371 and Sony WH-1000XM4. 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

AKG K371 vs. Sony WH-1000XM4 Comparison Chart

DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS	AKG K371	Sony WH-1000XM4

Product Type	Headphones - wired - 3.5 mm jack	Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless, wired - NFC - 3.5 mm jack
Height	-	25.2 cm
Width	-	7.7 cm
Length	-	18.5 cm
Weight	255 g	520 g	AKG K371 are lighter than AKG K371 headphones.
Colour	Gun metal black	White \| Black \| Silver \| Midnight blue
Earpad Material	-	Urethane foam
Recommended Use	Professional audio, portable electronics	Portable electronics
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance)	-	10 m
High-Resolution Audio	-	Yes

SOUND QUALITY	AKG K371	Sony WH-1000XM4

Headphones Form Factor	Full size	Full size
Headphones Technology	-	Dynamic
Ear Cups Type	Closed	Closed
Foldable	Yes	Yes	Both headphones can be folded.
Connectivity Technology	Wired	Wireless, wired
Wireless Technology	-	Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version	-	Bluetooth 5.0
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)
Bluetooth Audio Codec	-	SBC, AAC, LDAC
Active Noise Cancelling	-	Yes	Sony WH-1000XM4 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 Extreme (DSEE Extreme), Adaptive Sound Control, 360 Reality Audio
Frequency Response	5 - 40000 Hz	-
Sensitivity	114 dB	-
Impedance	32 Ohm	-
Diaphragm	Titanium - 50 mm	Aluminium coated LCP - 40 mm	AKG K371 have a thicker diaphragm than Sony WH-1000XM4.
Simultaneously Connectable Devices Qty (Multipoint)	-	2	Sony WH-1000XM4 have the ability to connect to multiple devices simultaneously.
Magnet Material	-	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	AKG K371	Sony WH-1000XM4

Form Factor	-	Built-in
Microphones Included	-	5

REMOTE CONTROL	AKG K371	Sony WH-1000XM4

Controls	-	Volume control, ANC on/off

CABLE	AKG K371	Sony WH-1000XM4

Cable Type	Headphones cable - detachable - 3 m Headphones cable - detachable - 1.2 m	USB-C charge cable - detachable Audio cable - OFC - L shaped / mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm - 1.2 m
Detachable Cable	Yes	Yes

FEATURES	AKG K371	Sony WH-1000XM4

Features	-	Touch control
Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible	-	Yes
Intelligent Assistant	-	Google Assistant, Alexa
Sensors	-	Proximity sensor, touch sensor
Additional Functions	-	Touch panel

BATTERY AND CHARGING	AKG K371	Sony WH-1000XM4

Battery Type	-	Headphone battery rechargeable
Battery Life	-	38 hour(s)
Battery Life Details	-	Continuous playback (active noise-cancelling on): up to 30 hours Continuous playback (active noise-cancelling off): up to 38 hours
Standby Time	-	200 hours
Charging Time	-	3 hour(s)
Included Qty	-	1

CONNECTIONS	AKG K371	Sony WH-1000XM4

Connector Type	-	USB (power only) Bluetooth Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm)

OTHERS	AKG K371	Sony WH-1000XM4

Included Accessories	3.5 mm to 6.3 mm adapter	Carrying case, in-flight plug adapter, headphones cable (1.2 m), USB-C cable (0.2m)
Service & Support	-	Limited warranty - parts - 1 year Limited warranty - labour - 90 days