Bose QuietComfort 35 II vs. Sony WH-XB900N

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Bose QuietComfort 35 II 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

Bose QuietComfort 35 II vs. Sony WH-XB900N Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Bose QuietComfort 35 II Sony WH-XB900N
Product Type Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC - 3.5 mm jack
Height 18 cm -
Width 17 cm -
Depth 8.13 cm -
Weight 309 g 254 g Sony WH-XB900N are lighter than Bose QuietComfort 35 II headphones.
Colour Triple midnight | Rose gold | Black | Silver Black | Blue
Body Material Plastic, metal, leather, alcantara -
Earpad Material Leather -
Recommended Use Portable electronics Portable electronics
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) 9 m 10 m Sony WH-XB900N have a greater operating distance than Bose QuietComfort 35 II.
SOUND QUALITY Bose QuietComfort 35 II Sony WH-XB900N
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
Headphones Technology - Dynamic
Ear Cups Type - Closed
Foldable Yes - Bose QuietComfort 35 II can be folded.
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless
Wireless Technology Bluetooth Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 4.1 Bluetooth 4.2 Sony WH-XB900N have a more advanced version of Bluetooth than Bose QuietComfort 35 II.
Bluetooth Profiles Hands-Free Profile (HFP), 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, aptX HD, LDAC
Active Noise Cancelling Yes Yes Both headphones are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Noise Isolating Yes - Bose QuietComfort 35 II are equipped with a noise isolating function.
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Sound Effects - Digital Sound Enhancement Engine (DSEE)
Frequency Response - 20 - 40000 Hz
Sensitivity - 101 dB/mW
Impedance - 50 Ohm
Diaphragm - PET - 40 mm
Magnet Material - Neodymium
MICROPHONE Bose QuietComfort 35 II Sony WH-XB900N
Form Factor Built-in Built-in
Microphone Technology - Electret condenser
Microphone Operation Mode - Uni-directional
Frequency Response - 50 - 8000 Hz
Microphones Included 2 -
REMOTE CONTROL Bose QuietComfort 35 II Sony WH-XB900N
Controls Volume, power on/off, play/pause, next/previous track, skip track, voice assistant Volume
CABLE Bose QuietComfort 35 II Sony WH-XB900N
Cable Type Headphones cable - detachable - 1.2 m
USB charge cable - detachable - 30 cm
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 Gold
FEATURES Bose QuietComfort 35 II Sony WH-XB900N
Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible Yes -
Intelligent Assistant Google Assistant -
Sensors - Touch sensor
BATTERY AND CHARGING Bose QuietComfort 35 II Sony WH-XB900N
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion Headphone battery rechargeable
Battery Life 20 hour(s) 35 hour(s) Sony WH-XB900N lasts longer on a single charge than the Bose QuietComfort 35 II.
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 2.25 hour(s) 7 hour(s) Bose QuietComfort 35 II recharge faster than Bose QuietComfort 35 II.
CONNECTIONS Bose QuietComfort 35 II Sony WH-XB900N
Connector Type Headphones (mini-phone 3.5 mm 4-pole) USB (USB Type-C)
Bluetooth
Headphones (mini-phone 3.5 mm 4-pole)
OTHERS Bose QuietComfort 35 II Sony WH-XB900N
Included Accessories Carrying case -
Compatibility iPhone, iPad, iPod, Android phone -
Service & Support Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year
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