Side by side comparison and review of Sony WH-1000XM4 and Audio-Technica ATH-S220BT. 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 WH-1000XM4 | Audio-Technica ATH-S220BT |
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| Product Type | Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless, wired - NFC - 3.5 mm jack | Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless, wired - 3.5 mm jack | |
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| Height | 25.2 cm | - | |
| Width | 7.7 cm | - | |
| Length | 18.5 cm | - | |
| Weight | 520 g | 180 g | Audio-Technica ATH-S220BT are lighter than Sony WH-1000XM4 headphones. |
| Colour | White | Black | Silver | Midnight blue | White | Black | |
| Earpad Material | Urethane foam | - | |
| Recommended Use | Portable electronics | Portable electronics | |
| Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) | 10 m | 10 m | The maximum operating distance of both headphones is the same. |
| High-Resolution Audio | Yes | - |
| SOUND QUALITY | Sony WH-1000XM4 | Audio-Technica ATH-S220BT |
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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 | - | Sony WH-1000XM4 can be folded. |
| Connectivity Technology | Wireless, wired | Wireless, wired | |
| Wireless Technology | Bluetooth | Bluetooth | |
| Bluetooth Version | Bluetooth 5.0 | Bluetooth 5.0 | 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), Serial Copy Management System (SCMS-T) | - | |
| Bluetooth Audio Codec | SBC, AAC, LDAC | - | |
| Active Noise Cancelling | Yes | - | Sony WH-1000XM4 are equipped with active noice cancellation. |
| Active Noise Cancelling Technology | Ambient Sound Mode / Dual Noise Sensor | - | |
| Sound Output Mode | - | Stereo | |
| Sound Effects | Digital Sound Enhancement Engine Extreme (DSEE Extreme), Adaptive Sound Control, 360 Reality Audio | - | |
| Frequency Response | - | 5 - 32000 Hz | |
| Sensitivity | - | 105 dB/mW | |
| Impedance | - | 32 Ohm | |
| Diaphragm | Aluminium coated LCP - 40 mm | 40 mm | Both headphones are designed with same thick diaphragm. |
| Simultaneously Connectable Devices Qty (Multipoint) | 2 | - | Sony WH-1000XM4 have the ability to connect to multiple devices simultaneously. |
| Magnet Material | Neodymium | - | |
| Features | HD Noise Canceling Processor QN1, Speak-to-chat technology, Precise Voice Pickup Technology, Quick Attention function, CCAW coil, Smart Listening Technology, Personal Noise Cancelling Optimiser, Atmospheric Pressure Optimising | - |
| MICROPHONE | Sony WH-1000XM4 | Audio-Technica ATH-S220BT |
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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 - 4000 Hz | |
| Sensitivity | - | -42 dB | |
| Microphones Included | 5 | - |
| REMOTE CONTROL | Sony WH-1000XM4 | Audio-Technica ATH-S220BT |
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| Controls | Volume control, ANC on/off | Volume, answer/end, play/pause |
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| CABLE | Sony WH-1000XM4 | Audio-Technica ATH-S220BT |
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| Cable Type | USB-C charge cable - detachable Audio cable - OFC - L shaped / mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm - 1.2 m |
USB charge cable - 30 cm Audio cable - detachable - with remote control and mic - 1.2 m |
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| Cable Length | - | 1.2 m | |
| Detachable Cable | Yes | - |
| FEATURES | Sony WH-1000XM4 | Audio-Technica ATH-S220BT |
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| Features | Touch control | Multipoint Pairing | |
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| Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible | Yes | Yes | |
| Intelligent Assistant | Google Assistant, Alexa | Siri, Google Assistant | |
| Sensors | Proximity sensor, touch sensor | - | |
| Additional Functions | Touch panel | - |
| BATTERY AND CHARGING | Sony WH-1000XM4 | Audio-Technica ATH-S220BT |
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| Battery Type | Headphone battery rechargeable | Headphone battery rechargeable - lithium polymer | |
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| Battery Life | 38 hour(s) | 60 hour(s) | Audio-Technica ATH-S220BT lasts longer on a single charge than the Sony WH-1000XM4. |
| Battery Life Details | Continuous playback (active noise-cancelling on): up to 30 hours Continuous playback (active noise-cancelling off): up to 38 hours |
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| Standby Time | 200 hours | - | |
| Charging Time | 3 hour(s) | 4 hour(s) | Sony WH-1000XM4 recharge faster than Sony WH-1000XM4. |
| Included Qty | 1 | - |
| CONNECTIONS | Sony WH-1000XM4 | Audio-Technica ATH-S220BT |
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| Connector Type | USB (power only) Bluetooth Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm) |
Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm) |
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| OTHERS | Sony WH-1000XM4 | Audio-Technica ATH-S220BT |
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| Included Accessories | Carrying case, in-flight plug adapter, headphones cable (1.2 m), USB-C cable (0.2m) | - | |
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| Service & Support | Limited warranty - parts - 1 year Limited warranty - labour - 90 days |
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