Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H9 vs. Sony MDR XB550AP

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H9 and Sony MDR XB550AP. 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

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H9 vs. Sony MDR XB550AP Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H9 Sony MDR XB550AP
Product Type Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless Headphones - wired - 3.5 mm jack
Height 22.5 cm -
Width 19.7 cm -
Depth 4 cm -
Weight 285 g 180 g Sony MDR XB550AP are lighter than Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H9 headphones.
Colour Argilla grey | Black Black | Red | White | Green | Blue
Body Material Anodised aluminium -
Earpad Material Leather -
Recommended Use Portable electronics Portable electronics
SOUND QUALITY Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H9 Sony MDR XB550AP
Headphones Form Factor Full size On-ear
Headphones Technology Dynamic Dynamic
Ear Cups Type - Closed
Adjustable Headband Yes Yes
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wired
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) -
Bluetooth Audio Codec AAC, aptX -
Active Noise Cancelling Yes - Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H9 are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Sound Output Mode Stereo -
Sound Effects Signature Sound Extra Bass
Frequency Response 20 - 22000 Hz 5 - 22000 Hz Sony MDR XB550AP offer a larger frequency range than Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H9.
Sensitivity 93 dB/mW 102 dB/mW Sony MDR XB550AP have higher sensitivity than Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H9.
Impedance 20 Ohm 24 Ohm
Diaphragm 40 mm PET - 30 mm Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H9 have a thicker diaphragm than Sony MDR XB550AP.
Magnet Material - Neodymium
Features Bluetooth aptX technology -
MICROPHONE Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H9 Sony MDR XB550AP
Form Factor Built-in -
Microphone Technology Electret condenser -
Microphone Operation Mode Omni-directional -
REMOTE CONTROL Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H9 Sony MDR XB550AP
Controls Volume, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track, noise-cancellation suspend button Answer/end
CABLE Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H9 Sony MDR XB550AP
Cable Type Headphones cable - detachable - 1.2 m Headphones cable - Y-type - L shaped
Cable Length - 1.2 m
Plated Connector - Gold
BATTERY AND CHARGING Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H9 Sony MDR XB550AP
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable -
Battery Capacity 770 mAh -
Battery Life 21 hour(s) -
Battery Life Details Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON / Bluetooth): up to 14 hours
Continuous playback (noise cancelling OFF): up to 16 hours
Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON / cable connection): up to 21 hours
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Charging Time 2.5 hour(s) -
CONNECTIONS Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H9 Sony MDR XB550AP
Connector Type Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm) Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole)
OTHERS Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H9 Sony MDR XB550AP
Included Accessories Carrying pouch, airplane adapter, micro-USB charging cable (30cm) -
Service & Support Limited warranty - 2 years -
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