Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC500BT vs. Sony WH-XB700

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC500BT and Sony WH-XB700. 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 QuietPoint ATH-ANC500BT vs. Sony WH-XB700 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC500BT Sony WH-XB700
Product Type Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC - 3.5 mm jack
Weight 180 g 196 g Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC500BT are lighter than Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC500BT headphones.
Colour Black Black | Blue
Recommended Use Portable electronics Portable electronics
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) 10 m 10 m The maximum operating distance of both headphones is the same.
SOUND QUALITY Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC500BT Sony WH-XB700
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
Headphones Technology - Dynamic
Ear Cups Type - Closed
Foldable Yes - Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC500BT can be folded.
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless
Wireless Technology Bluetooth Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 4.1 Bluetooth 4.2 Sony WH-XB700 have a more advanced version of Bluetooth than Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC500BT.
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)
Bluetooth Audio Codec SBC SBC, AAC, aptX
Active Noise Cancelling Yes - Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC500BT are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Sound Effects - Digital Sound Enhancement Engine (DSEE)
Frequency Response 20 - 20000 Hz 5 - 22000 Hz Sony WH-XB700 offer a larger frequency range than Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC500BT.
Max Input Power 40 mW -
Sensitivity 96 dB/mW 103 dB/mW Sony WH-XB700 have higher sensitivity than Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC500BT.
Impedance 32 Ohm 37 Ohm
Diaphragm 40 mm 40 mm Both headphones are designed with same thick diaphragm.
Magnet Material - Neodymium
In-Cord Volume Control Yes -
MICROPHONE Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC500BT Sony WH-XB700
Form Factor Built-in Built-in
Microphone Technology Condenser -
Microphone Operation Mode Omni-directional -
Frequency Response 50 - 4000 Hz -
Sensitivity -36 dB -
REMOTE CONTROL Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC500BT Sony WH-XB700
Controls Volume, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track Volume
CABLE Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC500BT Sony WH-XB700
Cable Type Headphones cable - detachable - 1.2 m
USB charge cable - detachable - 30 cm
Headphones cable - detachable - 1.2 m
USB charge cable - detachable
Cable Length 1.2 m 1.2 m
Detachable Cable Yes -
Plated Connector - Gold
BATTERY AND CHARGING Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC500BT Sony WH-XB700
Battery Type Headphone battery lithium polymer Headphone battery rechargeable
Battery Life 20 hour(s) 30 hour(s) Sony WH-XB700 lasts longer on a single charge than the Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC500BT.
Standby Time - 300 hours
Charging Time 4 hour(s) 4 hour(s) The charging of both headphones last the same time.
CONNECTIONS Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC500BT Sony WH-XB700
Connector Type - USB
Bluetooth
Headphones (mini-phone 3.5 mm 4-pole)
OTHERS Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC500BT Sony WH-XB700
Service & Support - Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year
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