Sony WH-1000XM4 Wireless Noise-Cancelling Over-the-Ear
Sony
74 Overall Score
vs
Technics EAH-A800
Technics
87 Overall Score
Scores
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Specifications
| Sony WH-1000XM4 Wireless Noise-Cancelling Over-the-Ear | Technics EAH-A800 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.52 kg | 0.30 kg★ |
| Ear Cushion | foamed urethane | super-soft earpads |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 40 mm | 40 mm |
| Drivers | — | 1★ |
| Freq Min | 4 Hz | 4 Hz |
| Freq Max | 40 kHz | 40 kHz |
| Impedance | 16 Ω | 34 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 105 dB | 105 dB |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | SBC, AAC, LDAC | AAC, LDAC, SBC |
| Surround | — | Technics - Wireless Noise Cancelling Over-Ear Headphones with 2 Device Multipoint Connectivity - EAH-A800-K Black | Technics - Wireless Noise Cancelling Over-Ear | Technics | Black | Over Ear | Over E |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | adaptive | Dual Hybrid |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.0 | 5.2★ |
| Profiles | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP | A2DP, AVRCP, HSP, HFP |
| Multipoint | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wired Connector | USB Type-C | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cable Length | 1.2000000476837158 m | 1 m |
| Range | — | 10.100000381469727 m★ |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 30 hrs | 50 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | 3 hrs | 3 hrs |
| Fast Charging | 10 min for 5 hours playback | 15 Minutes for 10 Hours |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 5 | 8★ |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | ✗ |
| Detachable Mic | ✗ | — |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Alexa | Siri, Alexa |
| Touch Controls | ✓★ | ✗ |
| App | Sony | Headphones Connect | Technics Audio Connect |
| Gaming Mode | ✗ | — |
| Water Resistance | Water-Resistant | — |
Pros & Cons
Sony WH-1000XM4 Wireless Noise-Cancelling Over-the-Ear
- Strong anc (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong sound (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong connectivity (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong build (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Below average comfort (6th percentile)6th %ile
- Below average social proof (23rd percentile)
Technics EAH-A800
- Strong mic (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong connectivity (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong sound (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong anc (95th percentile)95th %ile
Pricing
Verdict
Winner: Technics EAH-A800
Scores 87 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 6 of 40 specs.
