Sony MDR XB650BT vs. Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H9

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Sony MDR XB650BT and Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H9. 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 XB650BT vs. Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H9 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Sony MDR XB650BT Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H9
Product Type Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless
Series XB Series -
Height - 22.5 cm
Width - 19.7 cm
Depth - 4 cm
Weight 190 g 285 g Sony MDR XB650BT are lighter than Sony MDR XB650BT headphones.
Colour Black | Blue | Red Argilla grey | Black
Body Material - Anodised aluminium
Earpad Material - Leather
Recommended Use Portable electronics Portable electronics
SOUND QUALITY Sony MDR XB650BT Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H9
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
Headphones Technology Dynamic Dynamic
Ear Cups Type Closed -
Adjustable Headband - Yes
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless
Wireless Technology Bluetooth Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 4.0 Bluetooth 4.2 Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H9 have a more advanced version of Bluetooth than Sony MDR XB650BT.
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) Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP)
Bluetooth Audio Codec - AAC, aptX
Active Noise Cancelling - Yes Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H9 are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Sound Effects Extra Bass Signature Sound
Frequency Response 20 - 20000 Hz 20 - 22000 Hz Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H9 offer a larger frequency range than Sony MDR XB650BT.
Sensitivity 95 dB/mW 93 dB/mW Sony MDR XB650BT have higher sensitivity than Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H9.
Impedance 24 Ohm 20 Ohm
Diaphragm 30 mm 40 mm Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H9 have a thicker diaphragm than Sony MDR XB650BT.
Features - Bluetooth aptX technology
MICROPHONE Sony MDR XB650BT Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H9
Form Factor - Built-in
Microphone Technology Electret condenser Electret condenser
Microphone Operation Mode - Omni-directional
Audio Input Details Omni-directional -
REMOTE CONTROL Sony MDR XB650BT Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H9
Controls Volume control Volume, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track, noise-cancellation suspend button
CABLE Sony MDR XB650BT Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H9
Cable Type Micro-USB charge cable - 50 cm Headphones cable - detachable - 1.2 m
BATTERY AND CHARGING Sony MDR XB650BT Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H9
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion Headphone battery rechargeable
Battery Capacity - 770 mAh
Battery Life 30 hour(s) 21 hour(s) Sony MDR XB650BT lasts longer on a single charge than the Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H9.
Battery Life Details - Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON / Bluetooth): up to 14 hours
Continuous playback (noise cancelling OFF): up to 16 hours
Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON / cable connection): up to 21 hours
Standby Time 300 hours -
Charging Time 4 hour(s) 2.5 hour(s) Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H9 recharge faster than Sony MDR XB650BT.
CONNECTIONS Sony MDR XB650BT Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H9
Connector Type Bluetooth Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm)
OTHERS Sony MDR XB650BT Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H9
Included Accessories - Carrying pouch, airplane adapter, micro-USB charging cable (30cm)
Service & Support - Limited warranty - 2 years
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