Sony ULT WEAR WHULT900N/B
Sony
95 Overall Score
vs
Beyerdynamic DT 990 PRO X
Beyerdynamic
58 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Sony ULT WEAR WHULT900N/B
85 out of 100 medium confidence 15 reviews
The Sony ULT WEAR headphones deliver impressive noise cancellation and powerful bass via the ULT button, with many users praising the long battery life and comfortable fit. Sound quality improves significantly after using the companion app to customize the EQ, though some find the default sound muddy and the ULT bass boost overwhelming. A few long-term users report scratchy audio after two years, and the headphones are noted as bulky for some.
Pros
- Excellent noise cancellation
- Powerful bass with ULT button
- Long battery life (up to 30 hours)
- Comfortable for extended wear
- Customizable EQ via app
Cons
- Default sound is muddy without EQ
- ULT bass boost can be overwhelming
- Bulky design for some users
- Scratchy audio reported after 2 years
- Not ideal for gym use (fall off)
Noise cancellation 8
Bass quality 7
Battery life 7
Sound quality 6
Comfort 6
Build quality 5
Beyerdynamic DT 990 PRO X
No customer feedback yet
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Specifications
| Sony ULT WEAR WHULT900N/B | Beyerdynamic DT 990 PRO X | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | open |
| Foldable | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Weight | 0.26 kg★ | 0.29 kg |
| Ear Cushion | thermo-foaming | velour |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 40 mm★ | — |
| Freq Min | 5 Hz | 5 Hz |
| Freq Max | 20 kHz | 40 kHz★ |
| Impedance | 314 Ω | 48 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 110 dB★ | — |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | AAC, LDAC, SBC | Its natural treble boost and impressive transparency deliver an exceptionally clear and spacious soundstage – perfect for mixing, critical listening, and editing. Airy detailed, unrivalled. |
| Surround | — | beyerdynamic DT 990 Pro X 48 ohm Wired Over-Ear, Open Back Professional Recording Studio Monitor Headphones for Mixing, Editing, Critical Listening, DJ Stereo Headsets, Made in Germany, Black w/Gray | |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓★ | ✗ |
| ANC Type | adaptive | — |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Bluetooth | 5.2★ | — |
| Profiles | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP | — |
| Multipoint | ✓★ | — |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cable Length | 1.2000000476837158 m | 3 m |
| Range | 9.800000190734863 m★ | — |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 30 hrs★ | — |
| Charge Time | 3.5 hrs★ | — |
| Fast Charging | 3-minute charge provides 90 minutes of extra playtime | — |
| Charging | USB-C★ | — |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Mic Count | 4★ | — |
| NC Mic | ✓★ | — |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | — |
| Detachable Mic | ✗ | — |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa | — |
| Touch Controls | ✓★ | — |
| App | Sony Headphones Connect | — |
| Gaming Mode | ✗ | — |
Pros & Cons
Sony ULT WEAR WHULT900N/B
- Strong connectivity (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong anc (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong sound (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong social proof (89th percentile)89th %ile
Beyerdynamic DT 990 PRO X
- Strong social proof (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong build (79th percentile)
- Strong comfort (70th percentile)
- Strong anc (68th percentile)
- Below average mic (18th percentile)18th %ile
Pricing
Sony ULT WEAR WHULT900N/B0.069score per dollar
vs
Beyerdynamic DT 990 PRO X0.026score per dollar
Sony ULT WEAR WHULT900N/B offers 2.7x better value for money
Verdict
Winner: Sony ULT WEAR WHULT900N/B
Scores 95 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 16 of 38 specs.
