Sony ULT WEAR WHULT900N/B
Sony
98 Overall Score
vs
HyperX Cloud Stinger 683L9AA
HyperX
63 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
HyperX Cloud Stinger 683L9AA
No customer feedback yet
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Specifications
| Sony ULT WEAR WHULT900N/B | HyperX Cloud Stinger 683L9AA | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.25 kg★ | 0.27 kg |
| Ear Cushion | thermo-foaming | memory foam |
| Headband | — | adjustable solid steel slider |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | directional |
| Driver Size | 40 mm | 40 mm |
| Drivers | — | 2★ |
| Freq Min | 5 Hz★ | — |
| Freq Max | 20 kHz★ | — |
| Impedance | 314 Ω | 32 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 110 dB★ | — |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Codecs | AAC, LDAC, SBC | Lightweight Over-Ear Headset with mic, Swivel-to-Mute mic Function 40mm Drivers |
| Surround | — | Spatial Audio |
| 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 | — |
| 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★ | 1 |
| NC Mic | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Detachable Mic | ✗ | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa | — |
| Touch Controls | ✓★ | ✗ |
| App | Sony Headphones Connect | — |
| 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
HyperX Cloud Stinger 683L9AA
- Strong sound (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong comfort (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong social proof (77th percentile)
- Strong mic (76th percentile)
- Below average build (34th percentile)
Pricing
Sony ULT WEAR WHULT900N/B
No current pricing available
HyperX Cloud Stinger 683L9AA
Verdict
Winner: Sony ULT WEAR WHULT900N/B
Scores 98 overall, wins 6 of 7 usage categories and 17 of 41 specs.
