Sony INZONE H9 II
Sony
60 Overall Score
vs
Technics EAH-A800
Technics
86 Overall Score
Scores
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Specifications
| Sony INZONE H9 II | Technics EAH-A800 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Weight | 0.26 kg★ | 0.30 kg |
| Ear Cushion | soft-fit | super-soft earpads |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | — | 40 mm★ |
| Drivers | — | 1★ |
| Freq Min | — | 4 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | — | 40 kHz★ |
| Impedance | 440 Ω | 34 Ω |
| Sensitivity | — | 105 dB★ |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Codecs | Sony INZONE H9 II Wireless Noise Canceling Gaming Headset, WH-1000XM6 Drivers, Lightweight, Detachable Cardioid AI Mic, 2.4GHz and Bluetooth, Soft Case, for PC, PS5, Switch, and Mobile, White | AAC, LDAC, SBC |
| Surround | Sony INZONE H9 II Wireless Noise Canceling Gaming Headset, WH-1000XM6 Drivers, Lightweight, Detachable Cardioid AI Mic, 2.4GHz and Bluetooth, Soft Case, for PC, PS5, Switch, and Mobile, White | Sony I | Technics - Wireless Noise Cancelling Over-Ear Headphones with 2 Device Multipoint Connectivity - EAH-A800-K Black | Technics - Wireless Noise Cancelling Over-Ear | Technics | Black | Over Ear | Over E |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | Dual Noise Sensor Technology | Dual Hybrid |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.2 | 5.2 |
| Profiles | — | A2DP, AVRCP, HSP, HFP |
| Multipoint | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Cable Length | — | 1 m |
| Range | — | 10.100000381469727 m★ |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 30 hrs | 50 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | — | 3 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | 5 minutes of charge provides up to 1 hour of playtime | 15 Minutes for 10 Hours |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 1 | 8★ |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boom Mic | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Detachable Mic | ✓★ | — |
| Mic Pattern | Unidirectional | — |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Google Assistant | Siri, Alexa |
| Touch Controls | ✗ | ✗ |
| App | INZONE Hub, Sony | Sound Connect App | Technics Audio Connect |
| Gaming Mode | ✓★ | — |
Pros & Cons
Sony INZONE H9 II
- Strong mic (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong connectivity (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong anc (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong battery (76th percentile)
- Below average sound (20th percentile)20th %ile
- Below average comfort (32nd percentile)
Technics EAH-A800
- Strong mic (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong connectivity (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong sound (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong anc (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
Pricing
Sony INZONE H9 II0.201score per dollar
vs
Technics EAH-A8000.245score per dollar
Technics EAH-A800 offers 1.2x better value for money
Verdict
Winner: Technics EAH-A800
Scores 86 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 12 of 40 specs.
