In depth comparison and review of Sony WH-XB900N and Audio-Technica ATH M50xBT2. 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.
| DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | Sony WH-XB900N | Audio-Technica ATH M50xBT2 |
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| Product Type | Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC - 3.5 mm jack | Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless, wired - 3.5 mm jack | |
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| Series | - | M-Series | |
| Weight | 254 g | 307 g | Sony WH-XB900N are lighter than Sony WH-XB900N headphones. |
| Colour | Black | Blue | Black | |
| Recommended Use | Portable electronics | Portable electronics | |
| Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) | 10 m | 10 m | The maximum operating distance of both headphones is the same. |
| SOUND QUALITY | Sony WH-XB900N | Audio-Technica ATH M50xBT2 |
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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 | Audio-Technica ATH M50xBT2 can be folded. |
| Connectivity Technology | Wireless | Wireless, wired | |
| Wireless Technology | Bluetooth | Bluetooth | |
| Bluetooth Version | Bluetooth 4.2 | Bluetooth 5.0 | Audio-Technica ATH M50xBT2 have a more advanced version of Bluetooth than Sony WH-XB900N. |
| 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) | |
| Bluetooth Audio Codec | SBC, AAC, aptX, aptX HD, LDAC | SBC, AAC, LDAC | |
| Active Noise Cancelling | Yes | - | Sony WH-XB900N are equipped with active noice cancellation. |
| Sound Output Mode | Stereo | Stereo | |
| Sound Effects | Digital Sound Enhancement Engine (DSEE) | - | |
| Frequency Response | 20 - 40000 Hz | 15 - 28000 Hz | Sony WH-XB900N offer a larger frequency range than Audio-Technica ATH M50xBT2. |
| Sensitivity | 101 dB/mW | 99 dB/mW | Sony WH-XB900N have higher sensitivity than Audio-Technica ATH M50xBT2. |
| Impedance | 50 Ohm | 38 Ohm | |
| Diaphragm | PET - 40 mm | 45 mm | Audio-Technica ATH M50xBT2 have a thicker diaphragm than Sony WH-XB900N. |
| Magnet Material | Neodymium | - | |
| Features | - | MultiPoint Technology, Low Latency Mode, Google Fast Pair |
| MICROPHONE | Sony WH-XB900N | Audio-Technica ATH M50xBT2 |
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| Form Factor | Built-in | Built-in | |
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| Microphone Technology | Electret condenser | - | |
| Microphone Operation Mode | Uni-directional | Omni-directional, beamforming | |
| Frequency Response | 50 - 8000 Hz | 85 - 15000 Hz | Audio-Technica ATH M50xBT2 offer a larger microphone frequency range than Sony WH-XB900N. |
| Sensitivity | - | -38 dBV/Pascal | |
| Microphones Included | - | 2 |
| REMOTE CONTROL | Sony WH-XB900N | Audio-Technica ATH M50xBT2 |
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| Controls | Volume | Mute, volume, power on/off, status indicator, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track, voice assistant |
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| CABLE | Sony WH-XB900N | Audio-Technica ATH M50xBT2 |
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| Cable Type | Headphones cable - detachable - 1.2 m USB-C charge cable - detachable - 20 cm |
Headphones cable - detachable - L shaped - 1.2 m USB-C charge cable - detachable - 30 cm |
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| Cable Length | 1.2 m | 1.2 m | |
| Detachable Cable | - | Yes | |
| Plated Connector | Gold | Gold |
| FEATURES | Sony WH-XB900N | Audio-Technica ATH M50xBT2 |
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| Features | - | Fast charge | |
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| Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible | - | Yes | |
| Intelligent Assistant | - | Siri, Google Assistant, Alexa built-in | |
| Sensors | Touch sensor | - | |
| Additional Functions | - | Amplifier |
| BATTERY AND CHARGING | Sony WH-XB900N | Audio-Technica ATH M50xBT2 |
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| Battery Type | Headphone battery rechargeable | Headphone battery rechargeable - lithium polymer | |
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| Battery Life | 35 hour(s) | 50 hour(s) | Audio-Technica ATH M50xBT2 lasts longer on a single charge than the Sony WH-XB900N. |
| 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 |
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| Standby Time | 300 hours | - | |
| Charging Time | 7 hour(s) | 3.5 hour(s) | Audio-Technica ATH M50xBT2 recharge faster than Sony WH-XB900N. |
| WIRELESS LINK | Sony WH-XB900N | Audio-Technica ATH M50xBT2 |
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| Radio Transmitter Power | - | 5.1 mW |
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| CONNECTIONS | Sony WH-XB900N | Audio-Technica ATH M50xBT2 |
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| Connector Type | USB (USB Type-C) Bluetooth Headphones (mini-phone 3.5 mm 4-pole) |
Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm) |
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| OTHERS | Sony WH-XB900N | Audio-Technica ATH M50xBT2 |
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| Included Accessories | - | Protective pouch, USB-C charging cable | |
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| Compatibility | - | iPhone, Android phone, Android tablet | |
| Compliant Standards | - | RSS-102, FCC Part 15, CAN ICES-3(B)/NMB3(B) | |
| Service & Support | Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year | - |
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