Side by side comparison and review of Sony MDR XB950B1 and Audio-Technica SonicFuel ATH-AR3BT. Compare design, sound quality and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect headphones. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the headphones that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | Sony MDR XB950B1 | Audio-Technica SonicFuel ATH-AR3BT |
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Product Type | Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC | Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC | |
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Weight | 280 g | 190 g | Audio-Technica SonicFuel ATH-AR3BT are lighter than Sony MDR XB950B1 headphones. |
Colour | Black | White | Black | |
Recommended Use | Portable electronics | Portable electronics, phone | |
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) | 10 m | 10 m | The maximum operating distance of both headphones is the same. |
SOUND QUALITY | Sony MDR XB950B1 | Audio-Technica SonicFuel ATH-AR3BT |
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Headphones Form Factor | Full size | On-ear | |
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Headphones Technology | Dynamic | Dynamic | |
Ear Cups Type | Closed | Closed | |
Adjustable Headband | - | Yes | |
Foldable | - | Yes | Audio-Technica SonicFuel ATH-AR3BT can be folded. |
Connectivity Technology | Wireless | Wireless | |
Wireless Technology | Bluetooth | Bluetooth | |
Bluetooth Version | Bluetooth 4.1 | Bluetooth 4.1 | Both headphones have the same Bluetooth version. |
Bluetooth Profiles | Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP) | 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 | 3 - 28000 Hz | 5 - 35000 Hz | Audio-Technica SonicFuel ATH-AR3BT offer a larger frequency range than Sony MDR XB950B1. |
Sensitivity | 105 dB/mW | 97 dB/mW | Sony MDR XB950B1 have higher sensitivity than Audio-Technica SonicFuel ATH-AR3BT. |
Impedance | 32 Ohm | 41 Ohm | |
Diaphragm | 40 mm | 40 mm | Both headphones are designed with same thick diaphragm. |
In-Cord Volume Control | - | Yes |
MICROPHONE | Sony MDR XB950B1 | Audio-Technica SonicFuel ATH-AR3BT |
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Form Factor | Built-in | - | |
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Microphone Technology | Electret condenser | Condenser | |
Microphone Operation Mode | Omni-directional | - | |
Frequency Response | 50 - 8000 Hz | 50 - 4000 Hz | Sony MDR XB950B1 offer a larger microphone frequency range than Audio-Technica SonicFuel ATH-AR3BT. |
Audio Input Details | - | Omni-directional - 50 - 4000 Hz | |
Sensitivity | - | -44 dB |
REMOTE CONTROL | Sony MDR XB950B1 | Audio-Technica SonicFuel ATH-AR3BT |
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Controls | Volume control | Volume, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track |
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CABLE | Sony MDR XB950B1 | Audio-Technica SonicFuel ATH-AR3BT |
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Cable Type | Headphones cable - detachable - L shaped - 1.2 m Micro-USB cable - 50 cm |
Headphones cable - detachable - L shaped - 1.2 m USB charge cable - 1 m |
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Cable Length | 1.2 m | 1.2 m | |
Detachable Cable | Yes | Yes |
BATTERY AND CHARGING | Sony MDR XB950B1 | Audio-Technica SonicFuel ATH-AR3BT |
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Battery Type | Headphone battery rechargeable | Headphone battery rechargeable - lithium polymer | |
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Battery Life | 18 hour(s) | 30 hour(s) | Audio-Technica SonicFuel ATH-AR3BT lasts longer on a single charge than the Sony MDR XB950B1. |
Standby Time | 200 hours | 1000 hours | Audio-Technica SonicFuel ATH-AR3BT have longer standby time than Sony MDR XB950B1. |
Charging Time | 4 hour(s) | 5 hour(s) | Sony MDR XB950B1 recharge faster than Sony MDR XB950B1. |
WIRELESS LINK | Sony MDR XB950B1 | Audio-Technica SonicFuel ATH-AR3BT |
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Transmission Range | - | 10 m | |
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Radio Frequency Range | 2.4 - 2.4835GHz | - |
CONNECTIONS | Sony MDR XB950B1 | Audio-Technica SonicFuel ATH-AR3BT |
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Connector Type | USB (power only) (5 pin Micro-USB Type B (power only)) Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole) |
Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole) |
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OTHERS | Sony MDR XB950B1 | Audio-Technica SonicFuel ATH-AR3BT |
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Compatibility | iPhone, iPod, Android phone | - | |
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Service & Support | - | Limited warranty - 2 years |