Philips H9505
Philips
68 Overall Score
vs
Sony WH-1000XM4
Sony
88 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Philips H9505
No customer feedback yet
Sony WH-1000XM4
68 out of 100 high confidence 545 reviews
The Sony WH-1000XM4 headphones receive mostly positive feedback for their excellent sound quality, effective noise cancellation, and comfort. However, many users report durability issues, particularly with the hinges, and some complain about software quirks like the speak-to-chat feature and Bluetooth connectivity problems. While the audio experience is highly praised, the build quality and software reliability are common concerns.
Pros
- Excellent sound quality
- Effective noise cancellation
- Comfortable fit
- Great battery life
- Customizable EQ via app
Cons
- Hinge durability issues
- Speak-to-chat feature glitchy
- Bluetooth connectivity problems
- Charging issues
- Touch controls unreliable
Sound quality 28
Noise cancellation 22
Build quality 15
Comfort 12
Battery life 10
Bluetooth connectivity 8
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Specifications
| Philips H9505 | Sony WH-1000XM4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.45 kg | 0.25 kg★ |
| Ear Cushion | memory foam | foamed urethane |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 40 mm | 40 mm |
| Drivers | — | 1★ |
| Freq Min | 20 Hz | 4 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | 40 kHz | 40 kHz |
| Impedance | 32 Ω | 16 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 103 dB | 105 dB★ |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | — | LDAC |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | Hybrid | industry-leading |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.0 | 5.0 |
| Profiles | — | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP |
| Multipoint | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cable Length | — | 1.2000000476837158 m |
| Range | 10 m★ | 9.100000381469727 m |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 27 hrs | 30 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | 4 hrs | 3 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | 15-minute charge gives you an extra 5 hours play time | 10 min for 5 hours playback |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 2 | 5★ |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | ✗ |
| Detachable Mic | — | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Google Assistant | Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant |
| Touch Controls | ✓ | ✓ |
| App | Philips Headphones app | Sony | Headphones Connect |
| Gaming Mode | — | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | — | IPX0 |
Pros & Cons
Philips H9505
- Strong anc (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong connectivity (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong sound (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong build (76th percentile)
- Below average comfort (15th percentile)15th %ile
Sony WH-1000XM4
- Strong connectivity (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong social proof (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong sound (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong anc (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (13th percentile)13th %ile
Pricing
Philips H95050.105score per dollar
vs
Sony WH-1000XM40.053score per dollar
Philips H9505 offers 2.0x better value for money
Verdict
Winner: Sony WH-1000XM4
Scores 88 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 7 of 39 specs.
