Sony MDR XB950N1 vs. Sony WH-XB700

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Sony MDR XB950N1 and Sony WH-XB700. 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.

Headphones Specifications Comparison

Sony MDR XB950N1 vs. Sony WH-XB700 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Sony MDR XB950N1 Sony WH-XB700
Product Type Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC - 3.5 mm jack
Weight 290 g 196 g Sony WH-XB700 are lighter than Sony MDR XB950N1 headphones.
Colour Black | Green Black | Blue
Recommended Use Portable electronics Portable electronics
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) - 10 m
SOUND QUALITY Sony MDR XB950N1 Sony WH-XB700
Headphones Form Factor On-ear Full size
Headphones Technology Dynamic Dynamic
Ear Cups Type Closed Closed
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless
Wireless Technology Bluetooth Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version - Bluetooth 4.2
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 - Sony MDR XB950N1 are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Active Noise Cancelling Technology Digital Noise Cancelling technology (DNC) -
Sound Output Mode - Stereo
Sound Effects Extra Bass Digital Sound Enhancement Engine (DSEE)
Frequency Response 20 - 22000 Hz 5 - 22000 Hz Sony WH-XB700 offer a larger frequency range than Sony MDR XB950N1.
Sensitivity - 103 dB/mW
Impedance - 37 Ohm
Diaphragm 40 mm 40 mm Both headphones are designed with same thick diaphragm.
Magnet Material - Neodymium
MICROPHONE Sony MDR XB950N1 Sony WH-XB700
Form Factor - Built-in
REMOTE CONTROL Sony MDR XB950N1 Sony WH-XB700
Controls Volume control Volume
CABLE Sony MDR XB950N1 Sony WH-XB700
Cable Type Headphones cable - detachable - single-sided - L shaped - 1.2 m
USB cable
Headphones cable - detachable - 1.2 m
USB charge cable - detachable
Cable Length - 1.2 m
Plated Connector - Gold
BATTERY AND CHARGING Sony MDR XB950N1 Sony WH-XB700
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable Headphone battery rechargeable
Battery Life 22 hour(s) 30 hour(s) Sony WH-XB700 lasts longer on a single charge than the Sony MDR XB950N1.
Standby Time - 300 hours
Charging Time 7 hour(s) 4 hour(s) Sony WH-XB700 recharge faster than Sony MDR XB950N1.
CONNECTIONS Sony MDR XB950N1 Sony WH-XB700
Connector Type Bluetooth
Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm)
USB
Bluetooth
Headphones (mini-phone 3.5 mm 4-pole)
OTHERS Sony MDR XB950N1 Sony WH-XB700
Included Accessories Carrying pouch -
Service & Support - Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year
Other projects: