Sony MDR XB550AP vs. Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H9i

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Sony MDR XB550AP and Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H9i. 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 XB550AP vs. Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H9i Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Sony MDR XB550AP Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H9i
Product Type Headphones - wired - 3.5 mm jack Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless
Height - 20 cm
Width - 19.5 cm
Depth - 5.2 cm
Weight 180 g 285 g Sony MDR XB550AP are lighter than Sony MDR XB550AP headphones.
Colour Black | Red | White | Green | Blue Natural | Black | Pine
Body Material - Fabric, rubber, anodised aluminium, polymer
Earpad Material - Leather, memory foam
Headband Material - Leather
Recommended Use Portable electronics Portable electronics
SOUND QUALITY Sony MDR XB550AP Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H9i
Headphones Form Factor On-ear Full size
Headphones Technology Dynamic Dynamic
Ear Cups Type Closed Closed
Adjustable Headband Yes -
Connectivity Technology Wired Wireless
Wireless Technology - Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version - Bluetooth 4.2
Bluetooth Audio Codec - AAC
Active Noise Cancelling - Yes Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H9i are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Active Noise Cancelling Technology - Hybrid ANC
Sound Output Mode - Stereo
Sound Effects Extra Bass -
Frequency Response 5 - 22000 Hz 20 - 22000 Hz Sony MDR XB550AP offer a larger frequency range than Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H9i.
Sensitivity 102 dB/mW 95 dB/mW Sony MDR XB550AP have higher sensitivity than Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H9i.
Impedance 24 Ohm 24 Ohm
Diaphragm PET - 30 mm 40 mm Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H9i have a thicker diaphragm than Sony MDR XB550AP.
Magnet Material Neodymium -
MICROPHONE Sony MDR XB550AP Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H9i
Form Factor - Built-in
Microphones Included - 2
REMOTE CONTROL Sony MDR XB550AP Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H9i
Controls Answer/end Volume, power on/off, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track, pair mode, noise-cancellation suspend button, audio transparency
CABLE Sony MDR XB550AP Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H9i
Cable Type Headphones cable - Y-type - L shaped Headphones cable - detachable - 1.2 m
USB to USB-C cable - 1.25 m
Cable Length 1.2 m 1.2 m
Plated Connector Gold -
FEATURES Sony MDR XB550AP Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H9i
Sensors - Proximity sensor
BATTERY AND CHARGING Sony MDR XB550AP Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H9i
Battery Type - Headphone battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity - 770 mAh
Battery Life - 24 hour(s)
Battery Life Details - Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON / Bluetooth): up to 18 hours
Continuous playback (noise cancelling OFF): up to 23 hours
Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON / cable connection): up to 24 hours
Charging Time - 2.5 hour(s)
CONNECTIONS Sony MDR XB550AP Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H9i
Connector Type Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole) Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole)
OTHERS Sony MDR XB550AP Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H9i
Included Accessories - Carrying pouch, airplane adapter
Service & Support - Limited warranty - parts and labour - 2 years
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