Sony WH-XB910N vs. Poly EncorePro 520V

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Sony WH-XB910N and Poly EncorePro 520V. 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-XB910N vs. Poly EncorePro 520V Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Sony WH-XB910N Poly EncorePro 520V
Product Type Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless, wired - 3.5 mm jack Headset - wired - 3.5 mm jack
Series - EncorePro 500 series
Height - 6.7 cm
Width - 11.1 cm
Depth - 14.9 cm
Weight 252 g 74 g Poly EncorePro 520V are lighter than Sony WH-XB910N headphones.
Colour Blue | Black Black
Earpad Material Synthetic leather Artificial leather
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) 10 m -
SOUND QUALITY Sony WH-XB910N Poly EncorePro 520V
Headphones Form Factor Full size On-ear
Headphones Technology Dynamic -
Ear Cups Type Closed -
Adjustable Headband Yes -
Connectivity Technology Wireless, wired Wired
Wireless Technology Bluetooth -
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 5.2 -
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) -
Bluetooth Audio Codec SBC, AAC, LDAC -
Active Noise Cancelling Yes Yes Both headphones are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Active Noise Cancelling Technology Dual Noise Cancellation SoundGuard DIGITAL
Sound Output Mode Stereo -
Sound Effects Extra Bass, Digital Sound Enhancement Engine (DSEE), Ambient Sound Mode, Adaptive Sound Control, 360 Reality Audio -
Frequency Response 5 - 40000 Hz -
Sensitivity 96 dB/mW -
Diaphragm 40 mm 5.6 mm Sony WH-XB910N have a thicker diaphragm than Poly EncorePro 520V.
Signal-To-Noise Ratio - 50 dB
Magnet Material Neodymium -
Features Google Fast Pair, Quick Attention function, Microsoft Swift Pair -
MICROPHONE Sony WH-XB910N Poly EncorePro 520V
Form Factor Built-in -
Type - Boom
Microphone Technology Electret condenser -
Microphone Operation Mode - Omni-directional
Noise Cancelling - Yes Poly EncorePro 520V microphone can cancel out ambient noise.
Frequency Response 50 - 8000 Hz 20 - 16000 Hz Poly EncorePro 520V offer a larger microphone frequency range than Sony WH-XB910N.
Sensitivity - 40 dB
Sensitivity Margin - +/- 3dB
Microphones Included 2 -
REMOTE CONTROL Sony WH-XB910N Poly EncorePro 520V
Controls Noise-cancellation on/off -
CABLE Sony WH-XB910N Poly EncorePro 520V
Cable Type Headphones cable - detachable - L shaped - 1.2 m
USB-C charge cable - detachable
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Cable Length 1.2 m 78.5 cm
Plated Connector Gold -
FEATURES Sony WH-XB910N Poly EncorePro 520V
Features Multipoint Pairing Boom mic length 135mm, 290° rotatable microphone
Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible Yes -
Intelligent Assistant Google Assistant, Alexa -
Sensors Touch sensor -
BATTERY AND CHARGING Sony WH-XB910N Poly EncorePro 520V
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable -
Battery Life 30 hour(s) -
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) -
CONNECTIONS Sony WH-XB910N Poly EncorePro 520V
Connector Type USB (power only) (USB Type-C)
Headphones (mini-phone 3.5mm)
Bluetooth
Headset (mini-phone 3.5mm)
OTHERS Sony WH-XB910N Poly EncorePro 520V
Included Accessories Carrying case, USB-C cable, 3.5 mm audio cable -
Software Certification - Certified for Skype for Business, UC certified
Supported Host Device OS - macOS, Windows
Service & Support Limited warranty - 1 year Limited warranty - 2 years
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