Sony WH-H900N vs Sennheiser HD 4.50 BTNC

Sony WH-H900N review
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Sennheiser HD 4.50 BTNC review

I have chosen two pairs of pretty popular headphones for this comparison. Let's find out what is the difference between Sony WH-H900N vs Sennheiser HD 4.50 BTNC. Speaking of similarities, both of them are closed-back and over-ear.

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Features

Their sensitivity is 10 dB different, as Sony WH-H900N has 103 dB and Sennheiser HD 4.50 BTNC has 113 dB. When it comes to frequency response, the first appliance has a range of 5 Hz and 40 kHz, while the second one works in a range between 18 Hz and 22 kHz. The impedance is 32 Ohm in the case with the model WH-H900N and 18 Ohm in the case with HD 4.50 BTNC.

Charging of the battery of Sony WH-H900N takes 6 hours, whilst Sennheiser HD 4.50 BTNC can be charged in 2 hours. The first one works 28 hours after full charging and Sennheiser HD 4.50 BTNC — 19 hours. If the noise-canceling option is off, their battery life is 34 and 25 hours respectively. The battery-free listening mode is available for both appliances.

Sound

Sony WH-H900N produces a well-balanced sound that has a good amount of bass that thumps and rumbles without overpowering the instruments and vocals in the mid-range. The ANC does not have a noticeable effect on the audio quality, which is good, as some headphones with ANC lose range within the low-end of the spectrum with the feature switched on.

Sennheiser HD 4.50 BTNC provides a very balanced sound with a decent level of bass and very clear vocals and instruments. The sound signature is amazing and works with different music genres.

Comfort and design

These headphones can be used either as wireless or wired. The audio cable that you get with Sony WH-H900N is 120 cm long, while the wire of Sennheiser HD 4.50 BTNC is 140 cm long. The second device is lighter since its weight is 238 g, while the headphones made by Sony have 290 g.

The headband is adjustable in both cases. Also, these headphones are portable as they come with a carry case and can be folded.

Sony WH-H900N pros and cons

Sony WH-H900N pros and cons

Pros

  • Equipped with a battery level indicator
  • Fairly easy to use
  • The over-ear headphones sit well on your head and are comfortable for extended listening periods

Cons

  • The passive isolation — the materials of the headphones acting as a physical block to noise — are not great

Sennheiser HD 4.50 BTNC pros and cons

Sennheiser HD 4.50 BTNC pros and cons

Pros

  • The noise-canceling is pretty strong and does a great job to muffle out the sound
  • Although made of plastic, the construction is sturdy
  • Comes with a detachable cable

Cons

  • The earpads covered in synthetic leather which makes them not breathable

Votes 6 6
Rating 3.7 3.7

Headphones comparison chart

Overall
Sony WH-H900N
9.3
Sennheiser HD 4.50 BTNC
8.1
10
10
10
8
8
7
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