Sony WH-XB900N vs. AKG N700NCM2

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Sony WH-XB900N and AKG N700NCM2. 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-XB900N vs. AKG N700NCM2 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Sony WH-XB900N AKG N700NCM2
Product Type Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC - 3.5 mm jack Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - 3.5 mm jack
Weight 254 g 277 g Sony WH-XB900N are lighter than Sony WH-XB900N headphones.
Colour Black | Blue -
Recommended Use Portable electronics -
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) 10 m -
SOUND QUALITY Sony WH-XB900N AKG N700NCM2
Headphones Form Factor Full size On-ear
Headphones Technology Dynamic -
Ear Cups Type Closed -
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless
Wireless Technology Bluetooth Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 4.2 Bluetooth 4.2 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), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP)
Bluetooth Audio Codec SBC, AAC, aptX, aptX HD, LDAC SBC, AAC
Active Noise Cancelling Yes Yes Both headphones are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Noise Isolating - Yes AKG N700NCM2 are equipped with a noise isolating function.
Sound Output Mode Stereo -
Sound Effects Digital Sound Enhancement Engine (DSEE) -
Frequency Response 20 - 40000 Hz 10 - 20000 Hz Sony WH-XB900N offer a larger frequency range than AKG N700NCM2.
Max Input Power - 30 mW
Sensitivity 101 dB/mW -
Impedance 50 Ohm 16 Ohm
Diaphragm PET - 40 mm 40 mm Both headphones are designed with same thick diaphragm.
Magnet Material Neodymium -
MICROPHONE Sony WH-XB900N AKG N700NCM2
Form Factor Built-in Built-in
Microphone Technology Electret condenser -
Microphone Operation Mode Uni-directional -
Frequency Response 50 - 8000 Hz -
REMOTE CONTROL Sony WH-XB900N AKG N700NCM2
Controls Volume Answer/end, 1-button remote
CABLE Sony WH-XB900N AKG N700NCM2
Cable Type Headphones cable - detachable - 1.2 m
USB-C charge cable - detachable - 20 cm
Charging cable - detachable
Headphones cable - detachable
Cable Length 1.2 m -
Detachable Cable - Yes
Plated Connector Gold -
FEATURES Sony WH-XB900N AKG N700NCM2
Sensors Touch sensor -
BATTERY AND CHARGING Sony WH-XB900N AKG N700NCM2
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable Headphone battery rechargeable - lithium polymer
Battery Capacity - 800 mAh
Battery Life 35 hour(s) 23 hour(s) Sony WH-XB900N lasts longer on a single charge than the AKG N700NCM2.
Battery Life Details Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON): up to 30 hours
Continuous playback (noise cancelling OFF): up to 35 hours
Continuous talk (noise cancelling OFF): up to 32 hours
Standby (noise cancelling OFF): up to 300 hours
Standby (noise cancelling ON): up to 50 hours
Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON / Bluetooth): up to 23 hours
Continuous talk: up to 23 hours
Standby Time 300 hours -
Charging Time 7 hour(s) 3 hour(s) AKG N700NCM2 recharge faster than Sony WH-XB900N.
CONNECTIONS Sony WH-XB900N AKG N700NCM2
Connector Type USB (USB Type-C)
Bluetooth
Headphones (mini-phone 3.5 mm 4-pole)
Bluetooth
USB (power only)
OTHERS Sony WH-XB900N AKG N700NCM2
Included Accessories - Carrying case, in-flight plug adapter
Compatibility - iPhone, iPad, iPod, Android phone
Service & Support Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year
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