Audio-Technica ATH SR50BT vs. Sony WH-XB900N

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Audio-Technica ATH SR50BT and Sony WH-XB900N. 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

Audio-Technica ATH SR50BT vs. Sony WH-XB900N Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Audio-Technica ATH SR50BT Sony WH-XB900N
Product Type Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - 3.5 mm jack Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC - 3.5 mm jack
Weight 180 g 254 g Audio-Technica ATH SR50BT are lighter than Audio-Technica ATH SR50BT headphones.
Colour Black | Brown-grey Black | Blue
Earpad Material Memory foam -
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 SR50BT Sony WH-XB900N
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
Headphones Technology Dynamic Dynamic
Ear Cups Type Closed Closed
Foldable Yes - Audio-Technica ATH SR50BT can be folded.
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless
Wireless Technology Bluetooth Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 5.0 Bluetooth 4.2 Audio-Technica ATH SR50BT 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) 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 SBC, AAC, aptX, aptX HD, LDAC
Active Noise Cancelling - Yes Sony WH-XB900N are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Noise Isolating Yes - Audio-Technica ATH SR50BT are equipped with a noise isolating function.
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Sound Effects - Digital Sound Enhancement Engine (DSEE)
Frequency Response 5 - 40000 Hz 20 - 40000 Hz Audio-Technica ATH SR50BT offer a larger frequency range than Sony WH-XB900N.
Max Input Power 1500 mW -
Sensitivity 98 dB/mW 101 dB/mW Sony WH-XB900N have higher sensitivity than Audio-Technica ATH SR50BT.
Impedance - 50 Ohm
Diaphragm 45 mm PET - 40 mm Audio-Technica ATH SR50BT have a thicker diaphragm than Sony WH-XB900N.
Magnet Material - Neodymium
In-Cord Volume Control Yes -
MICROPHONE Audio-Technica ATH SR50BT Sony WH-XB900N
Form Factor - Built-in
Type On-cable -
Microphone Technology Electret 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 SR50BT.
Sensitivity -40 dB -
REMOTE CONTROL Audio-Technica ATH SR50BT Sony WH-XB900N
Controls Volume Volume
CABLE Audio-Technica ATH SR50BT Sony WH-XB900N
Cable Type Headphones cable - detachable - L shaped - 1.2 m
USB charge cable - detachable
Headphones cable - detachable - 1.2 m
USB-C charge cable - detachable - 20 cm
Cable Length 1.2 m 1.2 m
Detachable Cable Yes -
Plated Connector - Gold
FEATURES Audio-Technica ATH SR50BT Sony WH-XB900N
Sensors - Touch sensor
BATTERY AND CHARGING Audio-Technica ATH SR50BT Sony WH-XB900N
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable - lithium polymer Headphone battery rechargeable
Battery Life 25 hour(s) 35 hour(s) Sony WH-XB900N lasts longer on a single charge than the Audio-Technica ATH SR50BT.
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 SR50BT have longer standby time than Sony WH-XB900N.
Charging Time 5 hour(s) 7 hour(s) Audio-Technica ATH SR50BT recharge faster than Audio-Technica ATH SR50BT.
CONNECTIONS Audio-Technica ATH SR50BT Sony WH-XB900N
Connector Type Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole) USB (USB Type-C)
Bluetooth
Headphones (mini-phone 3.5 mm 4-pole)
OTHERS Audio-Technica ATH SR50BT Sony WH-XB900N
Service & Support Limited warranty - 2 years Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year
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