Sony WH-1000XM4 vs. Philips SHP9600

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Sony WH-1000XM4 and Philips SHP9600. 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.

Headphones Specifications Comparison

Sony WH-1000XM4 vs. Philips SHP9600 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Sony WH-1000XM4 Philips SHP9600
Product Type Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless, wired - NFC - 3.5 mm jack Headphones - wired - 3.5 mm jack
Height 25.2 cm -
Width 7.7 cm -
Length 18.5 cm -
Weight 520 g -
Colour White | Black | Silver | Midnight blue -
Earpad Material Urethane foam -
Recommended Use Portable electronics -
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) 10 m -
High-Resolution Audio Yes -
SOUND QUALITY Sony WH-1000XM4 Philips SHP9600
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
Headphones Technology Dynamic -
Ear Cups Type Closed Open
Foldable Yes - Sony WH-1000XM4 can be folded.
Connectivity Technology Wireless, wired Wired
Wireless Technology Bluetooth -
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 5.0 -
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 Effects Digital Sound Enhancement Engine Extreme (DSEE Extreme), Adaptive Sound Control, 360 Reality Audio -
Frequency Response - 12 - 35000 Hz
Max Input Power - 200 mW
Sensitivity - 101 dB
Impedance - 32 Ohm
Diaphragm Aluminium coated LCP - 40 mm 50 mm Philips SHP9600 have a thicker diaphragm than Sony WH-1000XM4.
Simultaneously Connectable Devices Qty (Multipoint) 2 - Sony WH-1000XM4 have the ability to connect to multiple devices simultaneously.
Magnet Material Neodymium 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 Philips SHP9600
Form Factor Built-in -
Microphones Included 5 -
REMOTE CONTROL Sony WH-1000XM4 Philips SHP9600
Controls Volume control, ANC on/off -
CABLE Sony WH-1000XM4 Philips SHP9600
Cable Type USB-C charge cable - detachable
Audio cable - OFC - L shaped / mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm - 1.2 m
Headphones cable - detachable - 3 m
Detachable Cable Yes Yes
Plated Connector - Gold
FEATURES Sony WH-1000XM4 Philips SHP9600
Features Touch control -
Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible Yes -
Intelligent Assistant Google Assistant, Alexa -
Sensors Proximity sensor, touch sensor -
Additional Functions Touch panel -
BATTERY AND CHARGING Sony WH-1000XM4 Philips SHP9600
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable -
Battery Life 38 hour(s) -
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) -
Included Qty 1 -
CONNECTIONS Sony WH-1000XM4 Philips SHP9600
Connector Type USB (power only)
Bluetooth
Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm)
Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm)
OTHERS Sony WH-1000XM4 Philips SHP9600
Included Accessories Carrying case, in-flight plug adapter, headphones cable (1.2 m), USB-C cable (0.2m) 3.5 mm to 6.3 mm adapter
Service & Support Limited warranty - parts - 1 year
Limited warranty - labour - 90 days
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