Beyerdynamic Aventho 100
Beyerdynamic
89 Overall Score
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Sony WH-1000XM4
Sony
88 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Beyerdynamic Aventho 100
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
Scores
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Specifications
| Beyerdynamic Aventho 100 | Sony WH-1000XM4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | on-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.22 kg★ | 0.25 kg |
| Ear Cushion | replaceable ear pads | foamed urethane |
| Headband | aluminum and durable textiles | — |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 45 mm★ | 40 mm |
| Drivers | 1 | 1 |
| Freq Min | 20 Hz | 4 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | 22 kHz | 40 kHz★ |
| Impedance | 48 Ω | 16 Ω |
| Sensitivity | — | 105 dB★ |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | AAC, aptX, aptX Adaptive, aptX LL, SBC | LDAC |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | Adaptive | industry-leading |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.4★ | 5.0 |
| Profiles | AVDTP 1.3, HFP 1.9, GAVDP 1.3, SPP 1.2, A2DP 1.4, AVRCP 1.6 | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP |
| Multipoint | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cable Length | — | 1.2000000476837158 m |
| Range | 15 m★ | 9.100000381469727 m |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 60 hrs★ | 30 hrs |
| Charge Time | 1.5 hrs★ | 3 hrs |
| Fast Charging | 15-minute charge for up to 15 hours of listening time | 10 min for 5 hours playback |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Capacity | 630 mAh★ | — |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 2 | 5★ |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | ✗ |
| Detachable Mic | ✗ | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Google Fast Pair | Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant |
| Touch Controls | ✗ | ✓★ |
| App | beyerdynamic app | Sony | Headphones Connect |
| Volume Limiting | ✗ | — |
| Gaming Mode | ✗ | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | — | IPX0 |
Pros & Cons
Beyerdynamic Aventho 100
- Strong anc (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong sound (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong connectivity (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong build (94th percentile)94th %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
Beyerdynamic Aventho 100
No current pricing available
Sony WH-1000XM4
Verdict
Tie
Both products are closely matched - Beyerdynamic Aventho 100 wins 7 specs while Sony WH-1000XM4 wins 5.
