Audio-Technica SonicPro ATH-MSR7NC vs. Sony WH-XB900N

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Audio-Technica SonicPro ATH-MSR7NC 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 SonicPro ATH-MSR7NC vs. Sony WH-XB900N Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Audio-Technica SonicPro ATH-MSR7NC Sony WH-XB900N
Product Type Headphones - wired - 3.5 mm jack Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC - 3.5 mm jack
Weight 305 g 254 g Sony WH-XB900N are lighter than Audio-Technica SonicPro ATH-MSR7NC headphones.
Colour Black Black | Blue
Earpad Material Memory foam -
Recommended Use Portable electronics, phone Portable electronics
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) - 10 m
SOUND QUALITY Audio-Technica SonicPro ATH-MSR7NC Sony WH-XB900N
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
Headphones Technology - Dynamic
Ear Cups Type - Closed
Connectivity Technology Wired Wireless
Wireless Technology - Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version - Bluetooth 4.2
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, aptX, aptX HD, LDAC
Active Noise Cancelling Yes Yes Both headphones are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Sound Effects - Digital Sound Enhancement Engine (DSEE)
Frequency Response 5 - 40000 Hz 20 - 40000 Hz Audio-Technica SonicPro ATH-MSR7NC offer a larger frequency range than Sony WH-XB900N.
Sensitivity 104 dB/mW 101 dB/mW Audio-Technica SonicPro ATH-MSR7NC have higher sensitivity than Sony WH-XB900N.
Impedance 150 Ohm 50 Ohm
Diaphragm 45 mm PET - 40 mm Audio-Technica SonicPro ATH-MSR7NC have a thicker diaphragm than Sony WH-XB900N.
Magnet Material - Neodymium
In-Cord Volume Control Yes -
MICROPHONE Audio-Technica SonicPro ATH-MSR7NC Sony WH-XB900N
Form Factor - Built-in
Type On-cable -
Microphone Technology Condenser Electret condenser
Microphone Operation Mode - Uni-directional
Frequency Response 50 - 4000 Hz 50 - 8000 Hz Sony WH-XB900N offer a larger microphone frequency range than Audio-Technica SonicPro ATH-MSR7NC.
Audio Input Details Omni-directional - 50 - 4000 Hz -
REMOTE CONTROL Audio-Technica SonicPro ATH-MSR7NC Sony WH-XB900N
Controls - Volume
CABLE Audio-Technica SonicPro ATH-MSR7NC Sony WH-XB900N
Cable Type Audio cable - detachable - L shaped - 1.2 m
Headphones cable - detachable - L shaped - 1.2 m
Charging cable
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 SonicPro ATH-MSR7NC Sony WH-XB900N
Sensors - Touch sensor
BATTERY AND CHARGING Audio-Technica SonicPro ATH-MSR7NC Sony WH-XB900N
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable - lithium polymer Headphone battery rechargeable
Battery Life 30 hour(s) 35 hour(s) Sony WH-XB900N lasts longer on a single charge than the Audio-Technica SonicPro ATH-MSR7NC.
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 - 300 hours
Charging Time 4 hour(s) 7 hour(s) Audio-Technica SonicPro ATH-MSR7NC recharge faster than Audio-Technica SonicPro ATH-MSR7NC.
CONNECTIONS Audio-Technica SonicPro ATH-MSR7NC 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 SonicPro ATH-MSR7NC Sony WH-XB900N
Included Accessories Carrying pouch, airplane adapter -
Service & Support Limited warranty - 2 years Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year
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