Sony WH-XB700 vs. beyerdynamic DT 880

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Sony WH-XB700 and beyerdynamic DT 880. Compare design, audio features, functions and other important specifications to easily choose the right headphones for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the headphones that will best fit your needs.

Headphones Specifications Comparison

Sony WH-XB700 vs. beyerdynamic DT 880 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Sony WH-XB700 beyerdynamic DT 880
Product Type Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC - 3.5 mm jack Headphones - wired - 3.5 mm jack
Weight 196 g 290 g Sony WH-XB700 are lighter than Sony WH-XB700 headphones.
Colour Black | Blue -
Recommended Use Portable electronics -
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) 10 m -
SOUND QUALITY Sony WH-XB700 beyerdynamic DT 880
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
Headphones Technology Dynamic Dynamic
Ear Cups Type Closed Semi-open
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wired
Wireless Technology Bluetooth -
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 4.2 -
Bluetooth Profiles Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP) -
Bluetooth Audio Codec SBC, AAC, aptX -
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Sound Effects Digital Sound Enhancement Engine (DSEE) -
Frequency Response 5 - 22000 Hz 5 - 35000 Hz beyerdynamic DT 880 offer a larger frequency range than Sony WH-XB700.
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) - 0.2%
Sensitivity 103 dB/mW 96 dB Sony WH-XB700 have higher sensitivity than beyerdynamic DT 880.
Impedance 37 Ohm 250 Ohm
Diaphragm 40 mm -
Magnet Material Neodymium -
MICROPHONE Sony WH-XB700 beyerdynamic DT 880
Form Factor Built-in -
REMOTE CONTROL Sony WH-XB700 beyerdynamic DT 880
Controls Volume -
CABLE Sony WH-XB700 beyerdynamic DT 880
Cable Type Headphones cable - detachable - 1.2 m
USB charge cable - detachable
Headphones cable - 3 m
Cable Length 1.2 m -
Plated Connector Gold Gold
BATTERY AND CHARGING Sony WH-XB700 beyerdynamic DT 880
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable -
Battery Life 30 hour(s) -
Standby Time 300 hours -
Charging Time 4 hour(s) -
CONNECTIONS Sony WH-XB700 beyerdynamic DT 880
Connector Type USB
Bluetooth
Headphones (mini-phone 3.5 mm 4-pole)
Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm)
OTHERS Sony WH-XB700 beyerdynamic DT 880
Included Accessories - 6.3 mm (1/4") stereo adapter
Service & Support Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year -
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