Sony WH-XB700 vs. EPOS I SENNHEISER ADAPT 561 II

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Sony WH-XB700 and EPOS I SENNHEISER ADAPT 561 II. 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. EPOS I SENNHEISER ADAPT 561 II Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Sony WH-XB700 EPOS I SENNHEISER ADAPT 561 II
Product Type Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC - 3.5 mm jack Headset - Bluetooth - wireless
Series - ADAPT 500 Series
Weight 196 g 232 g Sony WH-XB700 are lighter than Sony WH-XB700 headphones.
Colour Black | Blue -
Earpad Material - Plush, textured fabric
Recommended Use Portable electronics Portable electronics, computer
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) 10 m 25 m EPOS I SENNHEISER ADAPT 561 II have a greater operating distance than Sony WH-XB700.
SOUND QUALITY Sony WH-XB700 EPOS I SENNHEISER ADAPT 561 II
Headphones Form Factor Full size On-ear
Headphones Technology Dynamic Dynamic
Ear Cups Type Closed Closed
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless
Wireless Technology Bluetooth Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 4.2 Bluetooth 5.0 EPOS I SENNHEISER ADAPT 561 II have a more advanced version of Bluetooth than Sony WH-XB700.
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 SBC, AAC
Active Noise Cancelling - Yes EPOS I SENNHEISER ADAPT 561 II are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Active Noise Cancelling Technology - Hybrid ANC
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Sound Effects Digital Sound Enhancement Engine (DSEE) EPOS Voice
Frequency Response 5 - 22000 Hz 20 - 20000 Hz Sony WH-XB700 offer a larger frequency range than EPOS I SENNHEISER ADAPT 561 II.
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) - <0.3%
Sensitivity 103 dB/mW -
Impedance 37 Ohm 32 Ohm
Max Sound Pressure - 108 dB
Diaphragm 40 mm -
Magnet Material Neodymium -
Features - Audio prompts
MICROPHONE Sony WH-XB700 EPOS I SENNHEISER ADAPT 561 II
Form Factor Built-in Headset microphone
Type - Boom
Microphone Operation Mode - Beamforming, MEMS-directional
Frequency Response - 100 - 10000 Hz
Microphones Included - 2
REMOTE CONTROL Sony WH-XB700 EPOS I SENNHEISER ADAPT 561 II
Controls Volume -
CABLE Sony WH-XB700 EPOS I SENNHEISER ADAPT 561 II
Cable Type Headphones cable - detachable - 1.2 m
USB charge cable - detachable
USB-C to USB-C cable - detachable
Cable Length 1.2 m -
Plated Connector Gold -
FEATURES Sony WH-XB700 EPOS I SENNHEISER ADAPT 561 II
Features - EPOS ActiveGard
BATTERY AND CHARGING Sony WH-XB700 EPOS I SENNHEISER ADAPT 561 II
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable Headset battery rechargeable
Battery Life 30 hour(s) -
Battery Life Details - Continuous playback (noise cancelling OFF): up to 46 hours
Continuous talk (noise cancelling OFF): up to 41 hours
Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON): up to 24 hours
Continuous talk (noise cancelling ON): up to 24 hours
Standby Time 300 hours 81 day EPOS I SENNHEISER ADAPT 561 II have longer standby time than Sony WH-XB700.
Charging Time 4 hour(s) 220 min EPOS I SENNHEISER ADAPT 561 II recharge faster than Sony WH-XB700.
CONNECTIONS Sony WH-XB700 EPOS I SENNHEISER ADAPT 561 II
Connector Type USB
Bluetooth
Headphones (mini-phone 3.5 mm 4-pole)
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OTHERS Sony WH-XB700 EPOS I SENNHEISER ADAPT 561 II
Included Accessories - Carrying case, BTD 800 USB-C dongle, USB-C to USB-C cable
Software Certification - Zoom Certified, Certified for Microsoft Teams, Optimised for UC, Optimised for Google Meet
Service & Support Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year Limited warranty - 2 years
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