Sony ULT WEAR WHULT900N/B
Sony
88 Overall Score
vs
Poly Blackwire 3220
Poly
55 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
Poly Blackwire 3220
No customer feedback yet
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Specifications
| Sony ULT WEAR WHULT900N/B | Poly Blackwire 3220 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | on-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.25 kg | 0.14 kg★ |
| Ear Cushion | thermo-foaming | Leatherette |
| Headband | — | metal |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 40 mm★ | 28 mm |
| Freq Min | 5 Hz★ | 20 Hz |
| Freq Max | 20 kHz | 20 kHz |
| Impedance | 314 Ω | 32 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 110 dB★ | — |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓★ | — |
| Codecs | AAC, LDAC, SBC | Poly Blackwire 3220 Stereo USB-C Black Headset + USB-C/A Adapter (Bulk) - Stereo - USB Type C, Mini-phone (3.5mm) - Wired - 32 Ohm - On-ear - Binaural - Ear-cup - 5.20 ft Cable - Omni-directional Micr |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓★ | ✗ |
| ANC Type | adaptive | — |
| Transparency | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Bluetooth | 5.2★ | — |
| Profiles | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP | — |
| Multipoint | ✓★ | — |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | USB-C |
| Detachable Cable | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Cable Length | 1.2000000476837158 m | 2.0799999237060547 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 | 2★ | 1 |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Detachable Mic | ✗ | — |
| Mic Pattern | — | Omnidirectional |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa | — |
| Touch Controls | ✓★ | ✗ |
| App | Sony Headphones Connect | Poly Lens |
| 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
Poly Blackwire 3220
- Strong comfort (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong mic (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong build (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Below average social proof (30th percentile)
- Below average anc (32nd percentile)
Pricing
Sony ULT WEAR WHULT900N/B0.675score per dollar
vs
Poly Blackwire 32201.220score per dollar
Poly Blackwire 3220 offers 1.8x better value for money
Verdict
Winner: Sony ULT WEAR WHULT900N/B
Scores 88 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 16 of 40 specs.
