Detailed comparison and review of Sony MDR XB950B1 and Marshall MONITOR II A.N.C.. 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.
| DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | Sony MDR XB950B1 | Marshall MONITOR II A.N.C. |
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| Product Type | Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC | Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless | |
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| Weight | 280 g | 320 g | Sony MDR XB950B1 are lighter than Sony MDR XB950B1 headphones. |
| Colour | Black | Black | |
| Recommended Use | Portable electronics | Portable electronics | |
| Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) | 10 m | 10 m | The maximum operating distance of both headphones is the same. |
| SOUND QUALITY | Sony MDR XB950B1 | Marshall MONITOR II A.N.C. |
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| Headphones Form Factor | Full size | Full size | |
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| Headphones Technology | Dynamic | Dynamic | |
| Ear Cups Type | Closed | - | |
| Foldable | - | Yes | Marshall MONITOR II A.N.C. can be folded. |
| Connectivity Technology | Wireless | Wireless | |
| Wireless Technology | Bluetooth | Bluetooth | |
| Bluetooth Version | Bluetooth 4.1 | Bluetooth 5.0 | Marshall MONITOR II A.N.C. have a more advanced version of Bluetooth than Sony MDR XB950B1. |
| 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 | - | |
| Active Noise Cancelling | - | Yes | Marshall MONITOR II A.N.C. are equipped with active noice cancellation. |
| Sound Output Mode | Stereo | Stereo | |
| Sound Effects | Extra Bass | - | |
| Frequency Response | 3 - 28000 Hz | 20 - 20000 Hz | Sony MDR XB950B1 offer a larger frequency range than Marshall MONITOR II A.N.C.. |
| Sensitivity | 105 dB/mW | 96 dB | Sony MDR XB950B1 have higher sensitivity than Marshall MONITOR II A.N.C.. |
| Impedance | 32 Ohm | 32 Ohm | |
| Diaphragm | 40 mm | 40 mm | Both headphones are designed with same thick diaphragm. |
| MICROPHONE | Sony MDR XB950B1 | Marshall MONITOR II A.N.C. |
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| Form Factor | Built-in | Built-in | |
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| Microphone Technology | Electret condenser | - | |
| Microphone Operation Mode | Omni-directional | - | |
| Frequency Response | 50 - 8000 Hz | - |
| REMOTE CONTROL | Sony MDR XB950B1 | Marshall MONITOR II A.N.C. |
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| Controls | Volume control | Volume, power on/off, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track, skip track, voice assistant, equaliser preset, ANC on/off |
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| CABLE | Sony MDR XB950B1 | Marshall MONITOR II A.N.C. |
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| Cable Type | Headphones cable - detachable - L shaped - 1.2 m Micro-USB cable - 50 cm |
Headphones cable - detachable | |
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| Cable Length | 1.2 m | - | |
| Detachable Cable | Yes | Yes |
| FEATURES | Sony MDR XB950B1 | Marshall MONITOR II A.N.C. |
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| Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible | - | Yes | |
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| Intelligent Assistant | - | Google Assistant |
| BATTERY AND CHARGING | Sony MDR XB950B1 | Marshall MONITOR II A.N.C. |
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| Battery Type | Headphone battery rechargeable | Headphone battery rechargeable | |
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| Battery Life | 18 hour(s) | 30 hour(s) | Marshall MONITOR II A.N.C. lasts longer on a single charge than the Sony MDR XB950B1. |
| Battery Life Details | - | Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON / Bluetooth): up to 30 hours Continuous playback (noise cancelling OFF / Bluetooth): up to 45 hours |
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| Standby Time | 200 hours | - | |
| Charging Time | 4 hour(s) | 2 hour(s) | Marshall MONITOR II A.N.C. recharge faster than Sony MDR XB950B1. |
| WIRELESS LINK | Sony MDR XB950B1 | Marshall MONITOR II A.N.C. |
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| Radio Frequency Range | 2.4 - 2.4835GHz | - |
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| CONNECTIONS | Sony MDR XB950B1 | Marshall MONITOR II A.N.C. |
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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) |
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| OTHERS | Sony MDR XB950B1 | Marshall MONITOR II A.N.C. |
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| Included Accessories | - | Carrying bag, USB-C charging cable | |
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| Compatibility | iPhone, iPod, Android phone | - | |
| Service & Support | - | Limited warranty - 1 year |
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