Sony WH-XB900N vs. Sennheiser MOMENTUM 4

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Sony WH-XB900N and Sennheiser MOMENTUM 4. 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. Sennheiser MOMENTUM 4 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Sony WH-XB900N Sennheiser MOMENTUM 4
Product Type Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC - 3.5 mm jack Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless, wired - 2.5 mm jack, USB-C
Height - 19.5 cm
Width - 18 cm
Depth - 4.63 cm
Weight 254 g 293 g Sony WH-XB900N are lighter than Sony WH-XB900N headphones.
Colour Black | Blue Black | White
Earpad Material - Synthetic leather
Recommended Use Portable electronics Portable electronics
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) 10 m -
High-Resolution Audio - Yes
SOUND QUALITY Sony WH-XB900N Sennheiser MOMENTUM 4
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
Headphones Technology Dynamic Dynamic
Ear Cups Type Closed Closed
Adjustable Headband - Yes
Foldable - Yes Sennheiser MOMENTUM 4 can be folded.
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless, wired
Wireless Technology Bluetooth Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 4.2 Bluetooth 5.2 Sennheiser MOMENTUM 4 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), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP)
Bluetooth Audio Codec SBC, AAC, aptX, aptX HD, LDAC SBC, AAC, aptX, aptX Adaptive
Active Noise Cancelling Yes Yes Both headphones are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Active Noise Cancelling Technology - Adaptive Hybrid ANC
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Sound Effects Digital Sound Enhancement Engine (DSEE) Signature Sound
Frequency Response 20 - 40000 Hz 6 - 22000 Hz Sony WH-XB900N offer a larger frequency range than Sennheiser MOMENTUM 4.
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) - 0.3%
Sensitivity 101 dB/mW 106 dB Sennheiser MOMENTUM 4 have higher sensitivity than Sony WH-XB900N.
Impedance 50 Ohm 60 Ohm
Diaphragm PET - 40 mm 42 mm Sennheiser MOMENTUM 4 have a thicker diaphragm than Sony WH-XB900N.
Magnet Material Neodymium -
Features - Smart Pause, Crystal-clear Calls
MICROPHONE Sony WH-XB900N Sennheiser MOMENTUM 4
Form Factor Built-in Built-in
Microphone Technology Electret condenser -
Microphone Operation Mode Uni-directional MEMS-directional
Noise Cancelling - Yes Sennheiser MOMENTUM 4 microphone can cancel out ambient noise.
Frequency Response 50 - 8000 Hz 50 - 10000 Hz Sennheiser MOMENTUM 4 offer a larger microphone frequency range than Sony WH-XB900N.
Microphones Included - 4
REMOTE CONTROL Sony WH-XB900N Sennheiser MOMENTUM 4
Controls Volume Volume, play/pause, equaliser preset
CABLE Sony WH-XB900N Sennheiser MOMENTUM 4
Cable Type Headphones cable - detachable - 1.2 m
USB-C charge cable - detachable - 20 cm
Headphones cable - detachable - L shaped / sub-mini phone 2.5 mm 4-pole - 1.2 m
USB-C to USB-A cable - detachable - 1.2 m
Cable Length 1.2 m 1.2 m
Detachable Cable - Yes
Plated Connector Gold -
FEATURES Sony WH-XB900N Sennheiser MOMENTUM 4
Features - Transparent Hearing mode, auto power on/off
Sensors Touch sensor Touch sensor
Additional Functions - Smart Touch Control, USB-C charging port
BATTERY AND CHARGING Sony WH-XB900N Sennheiser MOMENTUM 4
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable Headphone battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity - 700 mAh
Battery Life 35 hour(s) 60 hour(s) Sennheiser MOMENTUM 4 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) 2 hour(s) Sennheiser MOMENTUM 4 recharge faster than Sony WH-XB900N.
Included Qty - 1
CONNECTIONS Sony WH-XB900N Sennheiser MOMENTUM 4
Connector Type USB (USB Type-C)
Bluetooth
Headphones (mini-phone 3.5 mm 4-pole)
Headphones (sub-mini phone 2.5 mm 4-pole)
USB (24 pin USB-C)
OTHERS Sony WH-XB900N Sennheiser MOMENTUM 4
Included Accessories - Carrying case, airplane adapter, headphones cable (1.2 m), USB-C charging cable (1.2m)
Software Included - Sennheiser Smart Control
Compliant Standards - Bluetooth Class 1
Service & Support Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year Limited warranty - 2 years
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