Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC500BT vs. Sony WH-XB910N

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC500BT and Sony WH-XB910N. 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 QuietPoint ATH-ANC500BT vs. Sony WH-XB910N Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC500BT Sony WH-XB910N
Product Type Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless, wired - 3.5 mm jack
Weight 180 g 252 g Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC500BT are lighter than Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC500BT headphones.
Colour Black Blue | Black
Earpad Material - Synthetic 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 QuietPoint ATH-ANC500BT Sony WH-XB910N
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
Headphones Technology - Dynamic
Ear Cups Type - Closed
Adjustable Headband - Yes
Foldable Yes - Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC500BT can be folded.
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless, wired
Wireless Technology Bluetooth Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 4.1 Bluetooth 5.2 Sony WH-XB910N 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), Serial Copy Management System (SCMS-T)
Bluetooth Audio Codec SBC SBC, AAC, LDAC
Active Noise Cancelling Yes Yes Both headphones are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Active Noise Cancelling Technology - Dual Noise Cancellation
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Sound Effects - Extra Bass, Digital Sound Enhancement Engine (DSEE), Ambient Sound Mode, Adaptive Sound Control, 360 Reality Audio
Frequency Response 20 - 20000 Hz 5 - 40000 Hz Sony WH-XB910N offer a larger frequency range than Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC500BT.
Max Input Power 40 mW -
Sensitivity 96 dB/mW 96 dB/mW Both headphones offer the same sensitivity.
Impedance 32 Ohm -
Diaphragm 40 mm 40 mm Both headphones are designed with same thick diaphragm.
Magnet Material - Neodymium
Features - Google Fast Pair, Quick Attention function, Microsoft Swift Pair
In-Cord Volume Control Yes -
MICROPHONE Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC500BT Sony WH-XB910N
Form Factor Built-in Built-in
Microphone Technology Condenser Electret condenser
Microphone Operation Mode Omni-directional -
Frequency Response 50 - 4000 Hz 50 - 8000 Hz Sony WH-XB910N offer a larger microphone frequency range than Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC500BT.
Sensitivity -36 dB -
Microphones Included - 2
REMOTE CONTROL Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC500BT Sony WH-XB910N
Controls Volume, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track Noise-cancellation on/off
CABLE Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC500BT Sony WH-XB910N
Cable Type Headphones cable - detachable - 1.2 m
USB charge cable - detachable - 30 cm
Headphones cable - detachable - L shaped - 1.2 m
USB-C charge cable - detachable
Cable Length 1.2 m 1.2 m
Detachable Cable Yes -
Plated Connector - Gold
FEATURES Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC500BT Sony WH-XB910N
Features - Multipoint Pairing
Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible - Yes
Intelligent Assistant - Google Assistant, Alexa
Sensors - Touch sensor
BATTERY AND CHARGING Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC500BT Sony WH-XB910N
Battery Type Headphone battery lithium polymer Headphone battery rechargeable
Battery Life 20 hour(s) 30 hour(s) Sony WH-XB910N lasts longer on a single charge than the Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC500BT.
Battery Life Details - Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON): up to 30 hours
Continuous playback (noise cancelling OFF): up to 50 hours
Continuous talk (noise cancelling ON): up to 30 hours
Continuous talk (noise cancelling OFF): up to 40 hours
Charging Time 4 hour(s) 3.5 hour(s) Sony WH-XB910N recharge faster than Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC500BT.
CONNECTIONS Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC500BT Sony WH-XB910N
Connector Type - USB (power only) (USB Type-C)
Headphones (mini-phone 3.5mm)
Bluetooth
OTHERS Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC500BT Sony WH-XB910N
Included Accessories - Carrying case, USB-C cable, 3.5 mm audio cable
Service & Support - Limited warranty - 1 year
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