Sony ULT WEAR WHULT900N/B
Sony
88 Overall Score
vs
Bang & Olufsen 980
Bang & Olufsen
89 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Sony ULT WEAR WHULT900N/B
68 out of 100 high confidence 290 reviews
The Sony ULT Wear headphones receive generally positive feedback for their powerful bass, effective noise cancellation, and comfortable fit, with many users praising the sound quality and battery life. However, a significant number of reviews report a recurring hinge defect that causes the headphones to break within months, often not covered by warranty, leading to frustration and mixed overall sentiment.
Pros
- Powerful bass
- Effective noise cancellation
- Comfortable fit
- Long battery life
- Good sound quality
Cons
- Hinge breaks easily
- Warranty doesn't cover hinge
- Muffled sound without EQ
- Bulky design
- Microphone quality poor
Build quality 12
Hinge defect 8
Sound quality 15
Noise cancellation 10
Battery life 6
Comfort 8
Bang & Olufsen 980
No customer feedback yet
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Specifications
| Sony ULT WEAR WHULT900N/B | Bang & Olufsen 980 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.25 kg★ | 0.28 kg |
| Ear Cushion | thermo-foaming | — |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 40 mm | 40 mm |
| Freq Min | 5 Hz★ | 20 Hz |
| Freq Max | 20 kHz | 20 kHz |
| Impedance | 314 Ω | 24 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 110 dB | 118 dB★ |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | AAC, LDAC, SBC | SBC, AAC, aptX Adaptive, aptX HD, aptX Low Latency |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | adaptive | adaptive |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.2★ | 5.1 |
| Profiles | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP |
| Multipoint | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cable Length | 1.2000000476837158 m | 1.25 m |
| Range | 9.800000190734863 m | 12.199999809265137 m★ |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 30 hrs★ | 23 hrs |
| Charge Time | 3.5 hrs | 2 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | 3-minute charge provides 90 minutes of extra playtime | 10 Minutes for 3 Hours |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 2 | 6★ |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | ✗ |
| Detachable Mic | ✗ | ✗ |
| Mic Pattern | — | Cardioid (Unidirectional) |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa | Siri, Google Assistant |
| Touch Controls | ✓★ | ✗ |
| App | Sony Headphones Connect | Bang & Olufsen App |
| Volume Limiting | — | ✓★ |
| Gaming Mode | ✗ | — |
| Water Resistance | IPX0 | — |
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 (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (13th percentile)13th %ile
Bang & Olufsen 980
- Strong sound (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong mic (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong anc (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong connectivity (96th percentile)96th %ile
Pricing
Sony ULT WEAR WHULT900N/B0.443score per dollar
vs
Bang & Olufsen 9800.079score per dollar
Sony ULT WEAR WHULT900N/B offers 5.6x better value for money
Verdict
Tie
Both products are closely matched - Sony ULT WEAR WHULT900N/B wins 5 specs while Bang & Olufsen 980 wins 5.
