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.
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | Sony WH-1000XM4 | Sony WH-XB910N |
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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 | 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 |
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Headphones Form Factor | Full size | Full size | |
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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 5.2 | 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 |
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Form Factor | Built-in | Built-in | |
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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 |
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Controls | Volume control, ANC on/off | Noise-cancellation on/off |
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CABLE | Sony WH-1000XM4 | Sony WH-XB910N |
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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 |
Headphones cable - detachable - L shaped - 1.2 m USB-C charge cable - detachable |
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Cable Length | - | 1.2 m | |
Detachable Cable | Yes | - | |
Plated Connector | - | Gold |
FEATURES | Sony WH-1000XM4 | Sony WH-XB910N |
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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 | Google Assistant, Alexa | |
Sensors | Proximity sensor, touch sensor | Touch sensor | |
Additional Functions | Touch panel | - |
BATTERY AND CHARGING | Sony WH-1000XM4 | 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-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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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OTHERS | Sony WH-1000XM4 | Sony WH-XB910N |
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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 | |
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Service & Support | Limited warranty - parts - 1 year Limited warranty - labour - 90 days |
Limited warranty - 1 year |