Detailed comparison and review of Sony WH-1000XM3 and Sony WH-XB910N. 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 WH-1000XM3 | Sony WH-XB910N |
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Product Type | Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC - 3.5 mm jack | Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless, wired - 3.5 mm jack | |
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Height | 26.5 cm | - | |
Width | 18.6 cm | - | |
Depth | 2.93 cm | - | |
Weight | 255 g | 252 g | Sony WH-XB910N are lighter than Sony WH-1000XM3 headphones. |
Colour | Black | Silver | Blue | Black | |
Earpad Material | - | Synthetic leather | |
Recommended Use | Portable electronics | - | |
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) | - | 10 m | |
High-Resolution Audio | Yes | - |
SOUND QUALITY | Sony WH-1000XM3 | Sony WH-XB910N |
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Headphones Form Factor | Full size | Full size | |
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Headphones Technology | - | Dynamic | |
Ear Cups Type | Closed | Closed | |
Adjustable Headband | - | Yes | |
Connectivity Technology | Wireless | Wireless, wired | |
Wireless Technology | Bluetooth | Bluetooth | |
Bluetooth Version | Bluetooth 4.2 | Bluetooth 5.2 | Sony WH-XB910N have a more advanced version of Bluetooth than Sony WH-1000XM3. |
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), Serial Copy Management System (SCMS-T) | |
Bluetooth Audio Codec | SBC, AAC, aptX, aptX HD, LDAC | SBC, AAC, LDAC | |
Active Noise Cancelling | Yes | Yes | Both headphones are equipped with active noice cancellation. |
Active Noise Cancelling Technology | Digital Noise Cancelling technology (DNC) | Dual Noise Cancellation | |
Volume Limiting Function | Yes | - | |
Sound Output Mode | - | Stereo | |
Sound Effects | Digital Sound Enhancement Engine HX (DSEE HX) | Extra Bass, Digital Sound Enhancement Engine (DSEE), Ambient Sound Mode, Adaptive Sound Control, 360 Reality Audio | |
Frequency Response | 4 - 40000 Hz | 5 - 40000 Hz | Sony WH-1000XM3 offer a larger frequency range than Sony WH-XB910N. |
Sensitivity | 104.5 dB/mW | 96 dB/mW | Sony WH-1000XM3 have higher sensitivity than Sony WH-XB910N. |
Impedance | 16 Ohm | - | |
Diaphragm | Aluminium coated LCP - 40 mm | 40 mm | Both headphones are designed with same thick diaphragm. |
Magnet Material | Neodymium | Neodymium | |
Features | - | Google Fast Pair, Quick Attention function, Microsoft Swift Pair |
MICROPHONE | Sony WH-1000XM3 | Sony WH-XB910N |
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Form Factor | - | Built-in | |
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Microphone Technology | - | Electret condenser | |
Noise Cancelling | Yes | - | Sony WH-1000XM3 microphone can cancel out ambient noise. |
Frequency Response | - | 50 - 8000 Hz | |
Microphones Included | - | 2 |
REMOTE CONTROL | Sony WH-1000XM3 | Sony WH-XB910N |
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Controls | Volume, next/previous track, voice assistant, phone button | Noise-cancellation on/off |
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CABLE | Sony WH-1000XM3 | Sony WH-XB910N |
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Cable Type | USB-C charge cable - detachable Headphones cable - detachable - OFC - L shaped - 1.2 m |
Headphones cable - detachable - L shaped - 1.2 m USB-C charge cable - detachable |
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Cable Length | 1.2 m | 1.2 m | |
Detachable Cable | Yes | - | |
Plated Connector | Gold | Gold |
FEATURES | Sony WH-1000XM3 | Sony WH-XB910N |
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Features | - | Multipoint Pairing | |
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Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible | - | Yes | |
Intelligent Assistant | Google Assistant | Google Assistant, Alexa | |
Sensors | Atmospheric pressure sensor | Touch sensor | |
Additional Functions | Touch panel | - |
BATTERY AND CHARGING | Sony WH-1000XM3 | Sony WH-XB910N |
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Battery Type | Headphone battery rechargeable | Headphone battery rechargeable | |
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Battery Life | 38 hour(s) | 30 hour(s) | Sony WH-1000XM3 lasts longer on a single charge than the Sony WH-XB910N. |
Battery Life Details | Continuous playback (noise cancelling OFF): up to 38 hours Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON): up to 30 hours Standby (noise cancelling ON): up to 30 hours Standby (noise cancelling OFF): up to 200 hours |
Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON): up to 30 hours Continuous playback (noise cancelling OFF): up to 50 hours Continuous talk (noise cancelling ON): up to 30 hours Continuous talk (noise cancelling OFF): up to 40 hours |
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Standby Time | 200 hours | - | |
Charging Time | 3 hour(s) | 3.5 hour(s) | Sony WH-1000XM3 recharge faster than Sony WH-1000XM3. |
Included Qty | 1 | - |
CONNECTIONS | Sony WH-1000XM3 | Sony WH-XB910N |
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Connector Type | USB (power only) Headphones |
USB (power only) (USB Type-C) Headphones (mini-phone 3.5mm) Bluetooth |
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OTHERS | Sony WH-1000XM3 | Sony WH-XB910N |
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Included Accessories | Carrying case, airplane adapter | Carrying case, USB-C cable, 3.5 mm audio cable | |
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Service & Support | Limited warranty - labour - 90 days Limited warranty - parts - 1 year |
Limited warranty - 1 year |