Sony WH-1000XM4 vs. Sony WH-XB910N

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Sony WH-1000XM4 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.

Headphones Specifications Comparison

Sony WH-1000XM4 vs. Sony WH-XB910N Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Sony WH-1000XM4 Sony WH-XB910N
Product Type Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless, wired - NFC - 3.5 mm jack Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless, wired - 3.5 mm jack
Height 25.2 cm -
Width 7.7 cm -
Length 18.5 cm -
Weight 520 g 252 g Sony WH-XB910N are lighter than Sony WH-1000XM4 headphones.
Colour White | Black | Silver | Midnight blue Blue | Black
Earpad Material Urethane foam Synthetic leather
Recommended Use 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 Sony WH-XB910N
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
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 5.2 Sony WH-XB910N have a more advanced version of Bluetooth than Sony WH-1000XM4.
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), Serial Copy Management System (SCMS-T)
Bluetooth Audio Codec SBC, AAC, LDAC SBC, AAC, LDAC
Active Noise Cancelling Yes Yes Both headphones are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Active Noise Cancelling Technology Ambient Sound Mode / Dual Noise Sensor Dual Noise Cancellation
Sound Output Mode - Stereo
Sound Effects Digital Sound Enhancement Engine Extreme (DSEE Extreme), Adaptive Sound Control, 360 Reality Audio Extra Bass, Digital Sound Enhancement Engine (DSEE), Ambient Sound Mode, Adaptive Sound Control, 360 Reality Audio
Frequency Response - 5 - 40000 Hz
Sensitivity - 96 dB/mW
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 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 Google Fast Pair, Quick Attention function, Microsoft Swift Pair
MICROPHONE Sony WH-1000XM4 Sony WH-XB910N
Form Factor Built-in Built-in
Microphone Technology - Electret condenser
Frequency Response - 50 - 8000 Hz
Microphones Included 5 2 Sony WH-1000XM4 have a built-in microphone.
REMOTE CONTROL Sony WH-1000XM4 Sony WH-XB910N
Controls Volume control, ANC on/off Noise-cancellation on/off
CABLE Sony WH-1000XM4 Sony WH-XB910N
Cable Type USB-C charge cable - detachable
Audio cable - OFC - L shaped / mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm - 1.2 m
Headphones cable - detachable - L shaped - 1.2 m
USB-C charge cable - detachable
Cable Length - 1.2 m
Detachable Cable Yes -
Plated Connector - Gold
FEATURES Sony WH-1000XM4 Sony WH-XB910N
Features Touch control Multipoint Pairing
Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible Yes Yes
Intelligent Assistant Google Assistant, Alexa Google Assistant, Alexa
Sensors Proximity sensor, touch sensor Touch sensor
Additional Functions Touch panel -
BATTERY AND CHARGING Sony WH-1000XM4 Sony WH-XB910N
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable Headphone battery rechargeable
Battery Life 38 hour(s) 30 hour(s) Sony WH-1000XM4 lasts longer on a single charge than the Sony WH-XB910N.
Battery Life Details Continuous playback (active noise-cancelling on): up to 30 hours
Continuous playback (active noise-cancelling off): up to 38 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
Standby Time 200 hours -
Charging Time 3 hour(s) 3.5 hour(s) Sony WH-1000XM4 recharge faster than Sony WH-1000XM4.
Included Qty 1 -
CONNECTIONS Sony WH-1000XM4 Sony WH-XB910N
Connector Type USB (power only)
Bluetooth
Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm)
USB (power only) (USB Type-C)
Headphones (mini-phone 3.5mm)
Bluetooth
OTHERS Sony WH-1000XM4 Sony WH-XB910N
Included Accessories Carrying case, in-flight plug adapter, headphones cable (1.2 m), USB-C cable (0.2m) Carrying case, USB-C cable, 3.5 mm audio cable
Service & Support Limited warranty - parts - 1 year
Limited warranty - labour - 90 days
Limited warranty - 1 year
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