Philips SHL4805RG vs. Sony MDR XB950B1

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Philips SHL4805RG and Sony MDR XB950B1. 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

Philips SHL4805RG vs. Sony MDR XB950B1 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Philips SHL4805RG Sony MDR XB950B1
Product Type Headphones - wired - 3.5 mm jack Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC
Weight - 280 g
Colour Gold Black
Recommended Use Portable electronics Portable electronics
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) - 10 m
SOUND QUALITY Philips SHL4805RG Sony MDR XB950B1
Headphones Form Factor On-ear Full size
Headphones Technology - Dynamic
Ear Cups Type Closed Closed
Foldable Yes - Philips SHL4805RG can be folded.
Connectivity Technology Wired Wireless
Wireless Technology - Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version - Bluetooth 4.1
Bluetooth Profiles - Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP)
Bluetooth Audio Codec - SBC, AAC, aptX
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Sound Effects - Extra Bass
Frequency Response 9 - 24000 Hz 3 - 28000 Hz Sony MDR XB950B1 offer a larger frequency range than Philips SHL4805RG.
Max Input Power 40 mW -
Sensitivity 103 dB 105 dB/mW Sony MDR XB950B1 have higher sensitivity than Philips SHL4805RG.
Impedance 32 Ohm 32 Ohm
Diaphragm Mylar - 32 mm 40 mm Sony MDR XB950B1 have a thicker diaphragm than Philips SHL4805RG.
Magnet Material Neodymium -
MICROPHONE Philips SHL4805RG Sony MDR XB950B1
Form Factor - Built-in
Microphone Technology - Electret condenser
Microphone Operation Mode - Omni-directional
Frequency Response - 50 - 8000 Hz
REMOTE CONTROL Philips SHL4805RG Sony MDR XB950B1
Controls - Volume control
CABLE Philips SHL4805RG Sony MDR XB950B1
Cable Type Headphones cable - both-sided - 1.2 m Headphones cable - detachable - L shaped - 1.2 m
Micro-USB cable - 50 cm
Cable Length 1.2 m 1.2 m
Detachable Cable - Yes
Plated Connector Chrome -
BATTERY AND CHARGING Philips SHL4805RG Sony MDR XB950B1
Battery Type - Headphone battery rechargeable
Battery Life - 18 hour(s)
Standby Time - 200 hours
Charging Time - 4 hour(s)
WIRELESS LINK Philips SHL4805RG Sony MDR XB950B1
Radio Frequency Range - 2.4 - 2.4835GHz
CONNECTIONS Philips SHL4805RG Sony MDR XB950B1
Connector Type Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm) USB (power only) (5 pin Micro-USB Type B (power only))
Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole)
OTHERS Philips SHL4805RG Sony MDR XB950B1
Compatibility - iPhone, iPod, Android phone
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