Sony ULT WEAR WHULT900N/B

Sony ULT WEAR WHULT900N/B

Sony
88 Overall Score
vs
Marshall Major V

Marshall Major V

Marshall
74 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

Marshall Major V

72 out of 100 medium confidence 21 reviews

The Marshall Major V headphones are generally well-received, with users praising their sound quality, long battery life, and stylish design. Many appreciate the comfortable fit and foldable portability, though some note the on-ear fit can become tight during extended use. A few users report durability issues, with one unit failing after several months. Overall, they are seen as a solid choice for everyday listening, especially for those who don't require active noise cancellation.

Pros
  • Excellent sound quality
  • Long battery life
  • Stylish design
  • Comfortable fit
  • Foldable and portable
Cons
  • Tight fit during long use
  • No active noise cancellation
  • Sound leakage at high volume
  • Durability issues reported
👍 Sound quality 6
👍 Battery life 6
🤔 Comfort 5
👍 Design 5
👍 Portability 4
👎 Durability 2

Scores

Work
Sony
89
Marshall
61
Budget
Sony
78
Marshall
86
Music
Sony
86
Marshall
76
Studio
Sony
84
Marshall
73
Gaming
Sony
83
Marshall
70
Commute
Sony
76
Marshall
65
Calls
Sony
67
Marshall
49

Specifications

Sony ULT WEAR WHULT900N/BMarshall Major V
Design
Form Factorover-earon-ear
Open/Closedclosedclosed
Foldable✓✓
Weight0.25 kg0.19 kg★
Ear Cushionthermo-foaming—
Headband—テキスタイルとレザー
Audio
Driver Typedynamicdynamic
Driver Size40 mm40 mm
Drivers—1★
Freq Min5 Hz★20 Hz
Freq Max20 kHz20 kHz
Impedance314 Ω32 Ω
Sensitivity110 dB★106 dB
Hi-Res Audio✓★—
CodecsAAC, LDAC, SBCAAC, LC3, SBC
Noise Control
ANC✓★✗
ANC Typeadaptive—
Transparency✓★—
Connectivity
Wireless✓✓
Bluetooth5.25.3★
ProfilesA2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP—
Multipoint✓✓
Wired Connector3.5mm3.5mm
Detachable Cable✓✓
Cable Length1.2000000476837158 m—
Range9.800000190734863 m10.100000381469727 m★
Battery
Battery Life30 hrs100 hrs★
Charge Time3.5 hrs3 hrs★
Fast Charging3-minute charge provides 90 minutes of extra playtime15 minutes = 15 hours
ChargingUSB-CUSB-C
Microphone
Microphone✓✓
Mic Count2★1
NC Mic✓★✗
Boom Mic✗✗
Detachable Mic✗—
Features
Voice AssistantGoogle Assistant, Amazon Alexavoice assistant
Touch Controls✓★✗
AppSony Headphones ConnectMarshall Bluetooth app
Volume Limiting—✗
Gaming Mode✗—
Water ResistanceIPX0—

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

Marshall Major V

  • Strong battery (99th percentile)99th %ile
  • Strong connectivity (98th percentile)98th %ile
  • Strong social proof (95th percentile)95th %ile
  • Strong sound (91st percentile)91st %ile
  • Below average user sentiment (22nd percentile)
  • Below average anc (32nd percentile)

Pricing

Sony ULT WEAR WHULT900N/B

No current pricing available

Marshall Major V

Verdict

★ Winner: Sony ULT WEAR WHULT900N/B

Scores 88 overall, wins 6 of 7 usage categories and 8 of 41 specs.

Sony ULT WEAR WHULT900N/B Better at:

WorkCallsMusicGamingStudioCommute

Marshall Major V Better at:

Budget

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