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Sony MDR-XB950B1 vs Sony WH-CH700N

    Sony MDR-XB950B1 Headphones
    Sony MDR-XB950B1
      Sony WH-CH700N Headphones
      Sony WH-CH700N
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      Editiorial reviews
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      3 editorial reviews
      The wireless Sony MDR-XB950B1 headphones deliver as much bass thump as any pair we've tested, and because of that never sound quite balanced.Read more
      The Sony MDR-XB950B1 are decent mixed usage headphones geared towards fans of bass. They're wireless and have a sturdy, premium-looking design that's decently co...Read more
      The audio quality of the MDR-XB950B1 is good with or without the extra bass.Read more
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      4.1 out of 5
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      Full Comparison

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      Technical details

      Sony MDR-XB950B1Sony MDR-XB950B1
      Sony WH-CH700NSony WH-CH700N
      Sound outputStereoStereo
      StyleOver-EarOver-Ear
      Connectivity technologyWired & WirelessWired & Wireless
      Headset (integrated/enclosed microphone)yesyes

      Design

      Sony MDR-XB950B1Sony MDR-XB950B1
      Sony WH-CH700NSony WH-CH700N
      Colour of productBlack
      • Blue
      • Grey
      Acoustic designClosedClosed
      Attachment typeHeadbandHeadband
      Foldableyesyes

      Dimensions

      Sony MDR-XB950B1Sony MDR-XB950B1
      Sony WH-CH700NSony WH-CH700N
      Weight9.88 oz8.47 oz

      Sound

      Sony MDR-XB950B1Sony MDR-XB950B1
      Sony WH-CH700NSony WH-CH700N
      Impedance32.0 Ω22.0 Ω
      Sensitivity< 105< 97
      Frequency range3 - 2800020 - 20000
      Driver technologyDynamicDynamic
      Driver size1.57 in1.57 in

      Microphone

      Sony MDR-XB950B1Sony MDR-XB950B1
      Sony WH-CH700NSony WH-CH700N
      Microphone frequency100 - 400050 - 8000

      Connectivity

      Sony MDR-XB950B1Sony MDR-XB950B1
      Sony WH-CH700NSony WH-CH700N
      Cable length1.21.2
      Bluetooth version4.14.1
      Bluetooth profile
      • AVRCP
      • HSP
      • HFP
      • A2DP
      • AVRCP
      • HSP
      • A2DP
      • HFP
      Bluetooth codec
      • AAC
      • aptX
      • SBC
      • AAC
      • aptX
      • aptX HD
      • SBC
      Wireless connectionBluetoothBluetooth
      Wireless range1010
      Type of connector3.5mm3.5mm
      USByesyes
      Type of USB connectorMicro-USBMicro-USB
      Detachable cableyesyes

      Features

      Sony MDR-XB950B1Sony MDR-XB950B1
      Sony WH-CH700NSony WH-CH700N
      Noise-cancelingyesyes
      Buttons
      • Answer button
      • Keyguard
      • Next song
      • Play/Pause
      • Previous song
      • Volume
      • Play/Pause
      • Volume
      NFCyesyes

      Power

      Sony MDR-XB950B1Sony MDR-XB950B1
      Sony WH-CH700NSony WH-CH700N
      Battery operatedyesyes
      Battery technology
      Lithium-Ion
      Lithium-Ion
      Battery recharge time4.0 h7.0 h
      Battery life18.0 h35.0 h
      Standby time200.0 h200.0 h

      Pros & Cons

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