Sony WH-XB900N vs. Philips TAH4205RD

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Sony WH-XB900N and Philips TAH4205RD. 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. Philips TAH4205RD Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Sony WH-XB900N Philips TAH4205RD
Product Type Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC - 3.5 mm jack Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless
Height - 18.5 cm
Width - 16.5 cm
Depth - 4 cm
Weight 254 g 150 g Philips TAH4205RD are lighter than Sony WH-XB900N headphones.
Colour Black | Blue Red
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 Philips TAH4205RD
Headphones Form Factor Full size On-ear
Headphones Technology Dynamic Dynamic
Ear Cups Type Closed Closed
Foldable - Yes Philips TAH4205RD can be folded.
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless
Wireless Technology Bluetooth Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 4.2 Bluetooth 5.0 Philips TAH4205RD 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 -
Active Noise Cancelling Yes - Sony WH-XB900N are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Noise Isolating - Yes Philips TAH4205RD are equipped with a noise isolating function.
Sound Output Mode Stereo -
Sound Effects Digital Sound Enhancement Engine (DSEE) -
Frequency Response 20 - 40000 Hz 20 - 20000 Hz Sony WH-XB900N offer a larger frequency range than Philips TAH4205RD.
Sensitivity 101 dB/mW -
Impedance 50 Ohm 32 Ohm
Diaphragm PET - 40 mm PET - 32 mm Sony WH-XB900N have a thicker diaphragm than Philips TAH4205RD.
Magnet Material Neodymium NdFeB
MICROPHONE Sony WH-XB900N Philips TAH4205RD
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 Philips TAH4205RD
Controls Volume Volume control, reject call
CABLE Sony WH-XB900N Philips TAH4205RD
Cable Type Headphones cable - detachable - 1.2 m
USB-C charge cable - detachable - 20 cm
USB-C cable - detachable
Cable Length 1.2 m -
Plated Connector Gold -
FEATURES Sony WH-XB900N Philips TAH4205RD
Sensors Touch sensor -
BATTERY AND CHARGING Sony WH-XB900N Philips TAH4205RD
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable Headphone battery rechargeable - lithium polymer
Battery Life 35 hour(s) 29 hour(s) Sony WH-XB900N lasts longer on a single charge than the Philips TAH4205RD.
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
Standby: up to 166 hours
Continuous talk: up to 21 hours
Continuous playback: up to 29 hours
Standby Time 300 hours 166 hours Sony WH-XB900N have longer standby time than Philips TAH4205RD.
Charging Time 7 hour(s) -
CONNECTIONS Sony WH-XB900N Philips TAH4205RD
Connector Type USB (USB Type-C)
Bluetooth
Headphones (mini-phone 3.5 mm 4-pole)
USB (power only)
Bluetooth
OTHERS Sony WH-XB900N Philips TAH4205RD
Service & Support Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year Limited warranty - 1 year
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