Sony WH-XB900N vs. harman/kardon FLY ANC

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Sony WH-XB900N and harman/kardon FLY ANC. 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.

Headphones Specifications Comparison

Sony WH-XB900N vs. harman/kardon FLY ANC Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Sony WH-XB900N harman/kardon FLY ANC
Product Type Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC - 3.5 mm jack Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless
Weight 254 g 281 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 -
SOUND QUALITY Sony WH-XB900N harman/kardon FLY ANC
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
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 -
Active Noise Cancelling Yes Yes Both headphones are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Sound Effects Digital Sound Enhancement Engine (DSEE) -
Frequency Response 20 - 40000 Hz 16 - 22000 Hz Sony WH-XB900N offer a larger frequency range than harman/kardon FLY ANC.
Max Input Power - 30 mW
Sensitivity 101 dB/mW 100 dB/mW Sony WH-XB900N have higher sensitivity than harman/kardon FLY ANC.
Impedance 50 Ohm 32 Ohm
Diaphragm PET - 40 mm 40 mm Both headphones are designed with same thick diaphragm.
Magnet Material Neodymium -
MICROPHONE Sony WH-XB900N harman/kardon FLY ANC
Form Factor Built-in Built-in
Microphone Technology Electret condenser -
Microphone Operation Mode Uni-directional -
Frequency Response 50 - 8000 Hz -
Sensitivity - -21 dBV/Pascal
REMOTE CONTROL Sony WH-XB900N harman/kardon FLY ANC
Controls Volume -
CABLE Sony WH-XB900N harman/kardon FLY ANC
Cable Type Headphones cable - detachable - 1.2 m
USB-C charge cable - detachable - 20 cm
USB charge cable - detachable
Audio cable - detachable
Cable Length 1.2 m -
Plated Connector Gold -
FEATURES Sony WH-XB900N harman/kardon FLY ANC
Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible - Yes
Intelligent Assistant - Google Assistant, Alexa
Sensors Touch sensor -
BATTERY AND CHARGING Sony WH-XB900N harman/kardon FLY ANC
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable Headphone battery rechargeable - lithium polymer
Battery Capacity - 700 mAh
Battery Life 35 hour(s) 30 hour(s) Sony WH-XB900N lasts longer on a single charge than the harman/kardon FLY ANC.
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 20 hours
Continuous playback (noise cancelling OFF / Bluetooth): up to 30 hours
Standby Time 300 hours -
Charging Time 7 hour(s) -
CONNECTIONS Sony WH-XB900N harman/kardon FLY ANC
Connector Type USB (USB Type-C)
Bluetooth
Headphones (mini-phone 3.5 mm 4-pole)
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OTHERS Sony WH-XB900N harman/kardon FLY ANC
Included Accessories - Carrying pouch, airplane adapter
Service & Support Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year Limited warranty - 1 year
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