Sony MDR XB550AP vs. Sony WH-CH700N

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Sony MDR XB550AP and Sony WH-CH700N. 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. Sony WH-CH700N Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Sony MDR XB550AP Sony WH-CH700N
Product Type Headphones - wired - 3.5 mm jack Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC - 3.5 mm jack
Weight 180 g 240 g Sony MDR XB550AP are lighter than Sony MDR XB550AP headphones.
Colour Black | Red | White | Green | Blue Black | Grey | Blue
Recommended Use Portable electronics Portable electronics
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) - 10 m
SOUND QUALITY Sony MDR XB550AP Sony WH-CH700N
Headphones Form Factor On-ear Full size
Headphones Technology Dynamic Dynamic
Ear Cups Type Closed Closed
Adjustable Headband Yes Yes
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, aptX HD
Active Noise Cancelling - Yes Sony WH-CH700N are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Active Noise Cancelling Technology - Artificial Intelligence Noise Cancellation
Sound Output Mode - Stereo
Sound Effects Extra Bass Digital Sound Enhancement Engine (DSEE)
Frequency Response 5 - 22000 Hz 7 - 20000 Hz Sony MDR XB550AP offer a larger frequency range than Sony WH-CH700N.
Sensitivity 102 dB/mW 98 dB/mW Sony MDR XB550AP have higher sensitivity than Sony WH-CH700N.
Impedance 24 Ohm 22 Ohm
Diaphragm PET - 30 mm 40 mm Sony WH-CH700N have a thicker diaphragm than Sony MDR XB550AP.
Magnet Material Neodymium Neodymium
MICROPHONE Sony MDR XB550AP Sony WH-CH700N
Form Factor - Built-in
Microphone Technology - Electret condenser
Microphone Operation Mode - Omni-directional
Frequency Response - 50 - 8000 Hz
REMOTE CONTROL Sony MDR XB550AP Sony WH-CH700N
Controls Answer/end Volume, noise-cancellation suspend button
CABLE Sony MDR XB550AP Sony WH-CH700N
Cable Type Headphones cable - Y-type - L shaped 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 Gold -
FEATURES Sony MDR XB550AP Sony WH-CH700N
Voice Control - Indirect
Intelligent Assistant - Google Assistant
BATTERY AND CHARGING Sony MDR XB550AP Sony WH-CH700N
Battery Type - Headphone battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion
Battery Life - 35 hour(s)
Battery Life Details - Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON / Bluetooth): up to 35 hours
Standby (noise cancelling OFF): up to 200 hours
Standby Time - 200 hours
Power Provided - 100 mW
Voltage Provided - 3.65 V
Charging Time - 7 hour(s)
WIRELESS LINK Sony MDR XB550AP Sony WH-CH700N
Modulation Type - FHSS
Radio Frequency Range - 2.4 - 2.4835GHz
CONNECTIONS Sony MDR XB550AP Sony WH-CH700N
Connector Type Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole) USB (power only) (5 pin Micro-USB Type B)
Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole)
OTHERS Sony MDR XB550AP Sony WH-CH700N
Compatibility - iPhone, iPod, Android phone
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