In depth comparison and review of Sony MDR XB950N1 and Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC700BT. Compare design, audio features, functions and other important specifications to easily choose the right headphones for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the headphones that will best fit your needs.
| DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | Sony MDR XB950N1 | Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC700BT |
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| Product Type | Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless | Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - 3.5 mm jack | |
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| Weight | 290 g | 250 g | Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC700BT are lighter than Sony MDR XB950N1 headphones. |
| Colour | Black | Green | Black | |
| Earpad Material | - | Memory foam | |
| Recommended Use | Portable electronics | Portable electronics | |
| Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) | - | 10 m |
| SOUND QUALITY | Sony MDR XB950N1 | Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC700BT |
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| Headphones Form Factor | On-ear | Full size | |
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| Headphones Technology | Dynamic | - | |
| Ear Cups Type | Closed | - | |
| Adjustable Headband | - | Yes | |
| Foldable | - | Yes | Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC700BT can be folded. |
| Connectivity Technology | Wireless | Wireless | |
| Wireless Technology | Bluetooth | 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 | |
| Active Noise Cancelling | Yes | Yes | Both headphones are equipped with active noice cancellation. |
| Active Noise Cancelling Technology | Digital Noise Cancelling technology (DNC) | QuietPoint | |
| Sound Output Mode | - | Stereo | |
| Sound Effects | Extra Bass | - | |
| Frequency Response | 20 - 22000 Hz | 5 - 40000 Hz | Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC700BT offer a larger frequency range than Sony MDR XB950N1. |
| Max Input Power | - | 1000 mW | |
| Sensitivity | - | 98 dB/mW | |
| Impedance | - | 150 Ohm | |
| Diaphragm | 40 mm | 40 mm | Both headphones are designed with same thick diaphragm. |
| In-Cord Volume Control | - | Yes |
| MICROPHONE | Sony MDR XB950N1 | Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC700BT |
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| Form Factor | - | Built-in | |
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| Microphone Technology | - | Condenser | |
| Microphone Operation Mode | - | Omni-directional | |
| Frequency Response | - | 50 - 4000 Hz | |
| Sensitivity | - | -44 dB |
| REMOTE CONTROL | Sony MDR XB950N1 | Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC700BT |
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| Controls | Volume control | Volume, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track, swipe control |
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| CABLE | Sony MDR XB950N1 | Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC700BT |
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| Cable Type | Headphones cable - detachable - single-sided - L shaped - 1.2 m USB cable |
Headphones cable - detachable - 1.2 m USB charge cable - detachable - 30 cm |
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| Cable Length | - | 1.2 m | |
| Detachable Cable | - | Yes |
| BATTERY AND CHARGING | Sony MDR XB950N1 | Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC700BT |
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| Battery Type | Headphone battery rechargeable | Headphone battery rechargeable - lithium polymer | |
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| Battery Life | 22 hour(s) | 25 hour(s) | Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC700BT lasts longer on a single charge than the Sony MDR XB950N1. |
| Battery Life Details | - | Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON / Bluetooth): up to 25 hours Continuous playback (Bluetooth ON): up to 30 hours Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON): up to 45 hours |
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| Standby Time | - | 1000 hours | |
| Charging Time | 7 hour(s) | - |
| CONNECTIONS | Sony MDR XB950N1 | Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC700BT |
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| Connector Type | Bluetooth Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm) |
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| OTHERS | Sony MDR XB950N1 | Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC700BT |
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| Included Accessories | Carrying pouch | Protective pouch | |
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| Service & Support | - | Limited warranty - 1 year |