Audio-Technica ATH-DSR9BT vs. Sony WH-XB900N

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Audio-Technica ATH-DSR9BT and Sony WH-XB900N. 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

Audio-Technica ATH-DSR9BT vs. Sony WH-XB900N Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Audio-Technica ATH-DSR9BT Sony WH-XB900N
Product Type Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC - 3.5 mm jack
Weight 310 g 254 g Sony WH-XB900N are lighter than Audio-Technica ATH-DSR9BT headphones.
Colour - Black | Blue
Earpad Material Foam -
Headband Material Leather -
Recommended Use - Portable electronics
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) 10 m 10 m The maximum operating distance of both headphones is the same.
SOUND QUALITY Audio-Technica ATH-DSR9BT Sony WH-XB900N
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
Headphones Technology Dynamic Dynamic
Ear Cups Type - Closed
Adjustable Headband Yes -
Foldable Yes - Audio-Technica ATH-DSR9BT can be folded.
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless
Wireless Technology Bluetooth Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 4.2 Bluetooth 4.2 Both headphones have the same Bluetooth version.
Bluetooth Profiles Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP) 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
Active Noise Cancelling - Yes Sony WH-XB900N are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Built-in Decoders Pure Digital Drive -
Sound Effects - Digital Sound Enhancement Engine (DSEE)
Frequency Response 5 - 45000 Hz 20 - 40000 Hz Audio-Technica ATH-DSR9BT offer a larger frequency range than Sony WH-XB900N.
Sensitivity 97 dB/mW 101 dB/mW Sony WH-XB900N have higher sensitivity than Audio-Technica ATH-DSR9BT.
Impedance 38 Ohm 50 Ohm
Diaphragm 45 mm PET - 40 mm Audio-Technica ATH-DSR9BT have a thicker diaphragm than Sony WH-XB900N.
Magnet Material - Neodymium
Features Bluetooth aptX technology -
MICROPHONE Audio-Technica ATH-DSR9BT Sony WH-XB900N
Form Factor Built-in Built-in
Microphone Technology Condenser Electret condenser
Microphone Operation Mode Omni-directional Uni-directional
Frequency Response 50 - 4000 Hz 50 - 8000 Hz Sony WH-XB900N offer a larger microphone frequency range than Audio-Technica ATH-DSR9BT.
Sensitivity -44 dB -
REMOTE CONTROL Audio-Technica ATH-DSR9BT Sony WH-XB900N
Controls Volume, microphone on/off Volume
CABLE Audio-Technica ATH-DSR9BT Sony WH-XB900N
Cable Type USB charge cable - 2 m Headphones cable - detachable - 1.2 m
USB-C charge cable - detachable - 20 cm
Cable Length - 1.2 m
Plated Connector - Gold
FEATURES Audio-Technica ATH-DSR9BT Sony WH-XB900N
Sensors - Touch sensor
BATTERY AND CHARGING Audio-Technica ATH-DSR9BT Sony WH-XB900N
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable - lithium polymer Headphone battery rechargeable
Battery Life 15 hour(s) 35 hour(s) Sony WH-XB900N lasts longer on a single charge than the Audio-Technica ATH-DSR9BT.
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
Standby Time 1000 hours 300 hours Audio-Technica ATH-DSR9BT have longer standby time than Sony WH-XB900N.
Charging Time 5 hour(s) 7 hour(s) Audio-Technica ATH-DSR9BT recharge faster than Audio-Technica ATH-DSR9BT.
WIRELESS LINK Audio-Technica ATH-DSR9BT Sony WH-XB900N
Transmission Range 10 m -
CONNECTIONS Audio-Technica ATH-DSR9BT Sony WH-XB900N
Connector Type - USB (USB Type-C)
Bluetooth
Headphones (mini-phone 3.5 mm 4-pole)
OTHERS Audio-Technica ATH-DSR9BT Sony WH-XB900N
Included Accessories Hard case -
Service & Support Limited warranty - 2 years Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year
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