Sony WH-XB910N vs. Audio-Technica ATH M50xBT2

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Sony WH-XB910N 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.

Headphones Specifications Comparison

Sony WH-XB910N vs. Audio-Technica ATH M50xBT2 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Sony WH-XB910N Audio-Technica ATH M50xBT2
Product Type Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless, wired - 3.5 mm jack Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless, wired - 3.5 mm jack
Series - M-Series
Weight 252 g 307 g Sony WH-XB910N are lighter than Sony WH-XB910N headphones.
Colour Blue | Black Black
Earpad Material Synthetic leather -
Recommended Use - Portable electronics
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) 10 m 10 m The maximum operating distance of both headphones is the same.
SOUND QUALITY Sony WH-XB910N Audio-Technica ATH M50xBT2
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
Headphones Technology Dynamic Dynamic
Ear Cups Type Closed Closed
Adjustable Headband Yes Yes
Foldable - Yes Audio-Technica ATH M50xBT2 can be folded.
Connectivity Technology Wireless, wired Wireless, wired
Wireless Technology Bluetooth Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 5.2 Bluetooth 5.0 Sony WH-XB910N have a more advanced version of Bluetooth than Audio-Technica ATH M50xBT2.
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, LDAC SBC, AAC, LDAC
Active Noise Cancelling Yes - Sony WH-XB910N are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Active Noise Cancelling Technology Dual Noise Cancellation -
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Sound Effects Extra Bass, Digital Sound Enhancement Engine (DSEE), Ambient Sound Mode, Adaptive Sound Control, 360 Reality Audio -
Frequency Response 5 - 40000 Hz 15 - 28000 Hz Sony WH-XB910N offer a larger frequency range than Audio-Technica ATH M50xBT2.
Sensitivity 96 dB/mW 99 dB/mW Audio-Technica ATH M50xBT2 have higher sensitivity than Sony WH-XB910N.
Impedance - 38 Ohm
Diaphragm 40 mm 45 mm Audio-Technica ATH M50xBT2 have a thicker diaphragm than Sony WH-XB910N.
Magnet Material Neodymium -
Features Google Fast Pair, Quick Attention function, Microsoft Swift Pair MultiPoint Technology, Low Latency Mode, Google Fast Pair
MICROPHONE Sony WH-XB910N Audio-Technica ATH M50xBT2
Form Factor Built-in Built-in
Microphone Technology Electret condenser -
Microphone Operation Mode - Omni-directional, beamforming
Frequency Response 50 - 8000 Hz 85 - 15000 Hz Audio-Technica ATH M50xBT2 offer a larger microphone frequency range than Sony WH-XB910N.
Sensitivity - -38 dBV/Pascal
Microphones Included 2 2 Both headphones have a built-in microphone.
REMOTE CONTROL Sony WH-XB910N Audio-Technica ATH M50xBT2
Controls Noise-cancellation on/off Mute, volume, power on/off, status indicator, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track, voice assistant
CABLE Sony WH-XB910N Audio-Technica ATH M50xBT2
Cable Type Headphones cable - detachable - L shaped - 1.2 m
USB-C charge cable - detachable
Headphones cable - detachable - L shaped - 1.2 m
USB-C charge cable - detachable - 30 cm
Cable Length 1.2 m 1.2 m
Detachable Cable - Yes
Plated Connector Gold Gold
FEATURES Sony WH-XB910N Audio-Technica ATH M50xBT2
Features Multipoint Pairing Fast charge
Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible Yes Yes
Intelligent Assistant Google Assistant, Alexa Siri, Google Assistant, Alexa built-in
Sensors Touch sensor -
Additional Functions - Amplifier
BATTERY AND CHARGING Sony WH-XB910N Audio-Technica ATH M50xBT2
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable Headphone battery rechargeable - lithium polymer
Battery Life 30 hour(s) 50 hour(s) Audio-Technica ATH M50xBT2 lasts longer on a single charge than the Sony WH-XB910N.
Battery Life Details Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON): up to 30 hours
Continuous playback (noise cancelling OFF): up to 50 hours
Continuous talk (noise cancelling ON): up to 30 hours
Continuous talk (noise cancelling OFF): up to 40 hours
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Charging Time 3.5 hour(s) 3.5 hour(s) The charging of both headphones last the same time.
WIRELESS LINK Sony WH-XB910N Audio-Technica ATH M50xBT2
Radio Transmitter Power - 5.1 mW
CONNECTIONS Sony WH-XB910N Audio-Technica ATH M50xBT2
Connector Type USB (power only) (USB Type-C)
Headphones (mini-phone 3.5mm)
Bluetooth
Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm)
OTHERS Sony WH-XB910N Audio-Technica ATH M50xBT2
Included Accessories Carrying case, USB-C cable, 3.5 mm audio cable Protective pouch, USB-C charging cable
Compatibility - iPhone, Android phone, Android tablet
Compliant Standards - RSS-102, FCC Part 15, CAN ICES-3(B)/NMB3(B)
Service & Support Limited warranty - 1 year -
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