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.
| DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | Sony WH-XB900N | harman/kardon FLY ANC |
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| Product Type | Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC - 3.5 mm jack | Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless | |
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| 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 |
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| Headphones Form Factor | Full size | Full size | |
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| 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 |
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| Form Factor | Built-in | Built-in | |
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| 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 |
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| Controls | Volume | - |
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| CABLE | Sony WH-XB900N | harman/kardon FLY ANC |
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| Cable Type | Headphones cable - detachable - 1.2 m USB-C charge cable - detachable - 20 cm |
USB charge cable - detachable Audio cable - detachable |
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| Cable Length | 1.2 m | - | |
| Plated Connector | Gold | - |
| FEATURES | Sony WH-XB900N | harman/kardon FLY ANC |
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| Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible | - | Yes | |
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| Intelligent Assistant | - | Google Assistant, Alexa | |
| Sensors | Touch sensor | - |
| BATTERY AND CHARGING | Sony WH-XB900N | harman/kardon FLY ANC |
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| Battery Type | Headphone battery rechargeable | Headphone battery rechargeable - lithium polymer | |
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| 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 |
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| Standby Time | 300 hours | - | |
| Charging Time | 7 hour(s) | - |
| CONNECTIONS | Sony WH-XB900N | harman/kardon FLY ANC |
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| 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 |
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| Included Accessories | - | Carrying pouch, airplane adapter | |
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| Service & Support | Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year | Limited warranty - 1 year |