Sony MDR 1000X vs. Sony MDR XB950N1

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Sony MDR 1000X and Sony MDR XB950N1. 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

Sony MDR 1000X vs. Sony MDR XB950N1 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Sony MDR 1000X Sony MDR XB950N1
Product Type Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless
Weight 275 g 290 g Sony MDR 1000X are lighter than Sony MDR 1000X headphones.
Colour Black | Beige Black | Green
Recommended Use Portable electronics Portable electronics
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) 10 m -
SOUND QUALITY Sony MDR 1000X Sony MDR XB950N1
Headphones Form Factor Full size On-ear
Headphones Technology Dynamic Dynamic
Ear Cups Type Closed Closed
Foldable Yes - Sony MDR 1000X can be folded.
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless
Wireless Technology Bluetooth 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), Low Complexity Subband Coding (SBC) -
Active Noise Cancelling Yes Yes Both headphones are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Active Noise Cancelling Technology - Digital Noise Cancelling technology (DNC)
Sound Output Mode Stereo -
Sound Effects - Extra Bass
Frequency Response 4 - 40000 Hz 20 - 22000 Hz Sony MDR 1000X offer a larger frequency range than Sony MDR XB950N1.
Sensitivity 103 dB/mW -
Impedance 46 Ohm -
Diaphragm Liquid crystal polymer - 40 mm 40 mm Both headphones are designed with same thick diaphragm.
Magnet Material Neodymium -
REMOTE CONTROL Sony MDR 1000X Sony MDR XB950N1
Controls Volume control Volume control
CABLE Sony MDR 1000X Sony MDR XB950N1
Cable Type Headphones cable - detachable - L shaped - 1.5 m Headphones cable - detachable - single-sided - L shaped - 1.2 m
USB cable
Cable Length 1.5 m -
Detachable Cable Yes -
Plated Connector Gold -
BATTERY AND CHARGING Sony MDR 1000X Sony MDR XB950N1
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion Headphone battery rechargeable
Battery Life 20 hours 22 hour(s) Sony MDR XB950N1 lasts longer on a single charge than the Sony MDR 1000X.
Standby Time 34 hours -
Charging Time 4 hours 7 hour(s) Sony MDR 1000X recharge faster than Sony MDR 1000X.
WIRELESS LINK Sony MDR 1000X Sony MDR XB950N1
Transmission Range 10 m -
Modulation Type FHSS -
Radio Frequency Range 2.4 - 2.4835GHz -
CONNECTIONS Sony MDR 1000X Sony MDR XB950N1
Connector Type Bluetooth
USB
Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm)
Bluetooth
Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm)
OTHERS Sony MDR 1000X Sony MDR XB950N1
Included Accessories Carrying case, USB cable, in-flight plug adapter Carrying pouch
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