Sony WH-1000XM4 vs. Philips TAH4205RD

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Sony WH-1000XM4 and Philips TAH4205RD. 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 TAH4205RD Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Sony WH-1000XM4 Philips TAH4205RD
Product Type Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless, wired - NFC - 3.5 mm jack Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless
Height 25.2 cm 18.5 cm
Width 7.7 cm 16.5 cm
Length 18.5 cm -
Depth - 4 cm
Weight 520 g 150 g Philips TAH4205RD are lighter than Sony WH-1000XM4 headphones.
Colour White | Black | Silver | Midnight blue Red
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 Philips TAH4205RD
Headphones Form Factor Full size On-ear
Headphones Technology Dynamic Dynamic
Ear Cups Type Closed Closed
Foldable Yes Yes Both headphones can be folded.
Connectivity Technology Wireless, wired Wireless
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) Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP)
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 -
Noise Isolating - Yes Philips TAH4205RD are equipped with a noise isolating function.
Sound Effects Digital Sound Enhancement Engine Extreme (DSEE Extreme), Adaptive Sound Control, 360 Reality Audio -
Frequency Response - 20 - 20000 Hz
Impedance - 32 Ohm
Diaphragm Aluminium coated LCP - 40 mm PET - 32 mm Sony WH-1000XM4 have a thicker diaphragm than Philips TAH4205RD.
Simultaneously Connectable Devices Qty (Multipoint) 2 - Sony WH-1000XM4 have the ability to connect to multiple devices simultaneously.
Magnet Material Neodymium NdFeB
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 TAH4205RD
Form Factor Built-in Built-in
Microphones Included 5 -
REMOTE CONTROL Sony WH-1000XM4 Philips TAH4205RD
Controls Volume control, ANC on/off Volume control, reject call
CABLE Sony WH-1000XM4 Philips TAH4205RD
Cable Type USB-C charge cable - detachable
Audio cable - OFC - L shaped / mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm - 1.2 m
USB-C cable - detachable
Detachable Cable Yes -
FEATURES Sony WH-1000XM4 Philips TAH4205RD
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 TAH4205RD
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable Headphone battery rechargeable - lithium polymer
Battery Life 38 hour(s) 29 hour(s) Sony WH-1000XM4 lasts longer on a single charge than the Philips TAH4205RD.
Battery Life Details Continuous playback (active noise-cancelling on): up to 30 hours
Continuous playback (active noise-cancelling off): up to 38 hours
Standby: up to 166 hours
Continuous talk: up to 21 hours
Continuous playback: up to 29 hours
Standby Time 200 hours 166 hours Sony WH-1000XM4 have longer standby time than Philips TAH4205RD.
Charging Time 3 hour(s) -
Included Qty 1 -
CONNECTIONS Sony WH-1000XM4 Philips TAH4205RD
Connector Type USB (power only)
Bluetooth
Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm)
USB (power only)
Bluetooth
OTHERS Sony WH-1000XM4 Philips TAH4205RD
Included Accessories Carrying case, in-flight plug adapter, headphones cable (1.2 m), USB-C cable (0.2m) -
Service & Support Limited warranty - parts - 1 year
Limited warranty - labour - 90 days
Limited warranty - 1 year
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