Beats X vs. Sony WF-1000XM5

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Beats X and Sony WF-1000XM5. With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare design, sound quality, but also other key features of both headphones and easily decide which ones are the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the headphones that best fit your needs and expectations.

Headphones Specifications Comparison

Beats X vs. Sony WF-1000XM5 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Beats X Sony WF-1000XM5
Product Type Earphones - Bluetooth - wireless True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless
Dimensions & Weight Details - Charging case: 6.46 cm x 2.65 cm x 4 cm / 39 g
Earphone: 5.9 g
Colour White | Black | Satin silver | Blue | Grey | Matt silver | Matte gold | Red, defiant black Black | Silver
Protection - Water-resistant
Recommended Use Portable electronics Portable electronics
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) - 10 m
High-Resolution Audio - Yes
SOUND QUALITY Beats X Sony WF-1000XM5
Headphones Form Factor In-ear In-ear
Headphones Technology - Dynamic
Bone Conduction Technology - Yes
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless
Wireless Technology Bluetooth Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 4.0 Bluetooth 5.3 Sony WF-1000XM5 have a more advanced version of Bluetooth than Beats X.
Bluetooth Profiles - Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP), Telephony and Media Audio Profile (TMAP)
Bluetooth Audio Codec - SBC, AAC, LDAC, LC3
Active Noise Cancelling - Yes Sony WF-1000XM5 are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Active Noise Cancelling Technology - Multi Noise Sensor technology
Noise Isolating Yes - Beats X are equipped with a noise isolating function.
Sound Output Mode Stereo -
Sound Effects - Digital Sound Enhancement Engine Extreme (DSEE Extreme), Ambient Sound Mode, 360 Reality Audio
Frequency Response - 20 - 40000 Hz
Diaphragm - 8.4 mm
Features Apple W1 chip, Fast Fuel technology Precise Voice Pickup Technology, Google Fast Pair, Quick Attention function
In-Cord Volume Control Yes -
MICROPHONE Beats X Sony WF-1000XM5
Form Factor - Built-in
Type On-cable -
Microphone Operation Mode Mono -
REMOTE CONTROL Beats X Sony WF-1000XM5
Controls Volume, answer/end -
CABLE Beats X Sony WF-1000XM5
Cable Type USB charge cable USB-C charge cable - detachable - 20 cm
FEATURES Beats X Sony WF-1000XM5
Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible - Yes
Voice Control - Indirect
Intelligent Assistant - Google Assistant, Alexa
Sensors - Head tracking sensor, bone sensor
BATTERY AND CHARGING Beats X Sony WF-1000XM5
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion Headphone battery rechargeable - wireless charging
Battery Life 8 hour(s) 12 hour(s) Sony WF-1000XM5 lasts longer on a single charge than the Beats X.
Battery Life Details - Continuous playback (noise cancelling OFF): up to 12 hours
Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON): up to 8 hours
Continuous talk (noise cancelling OFF): up to 7 hours
Continuous talk (noise cancelling ON): up to 6 hours
Wireless Charging Standards - Qi
CONNECTIONS Beats X Sony WF-1000XM5
Connector Type - Bluetooth
OTHERS Beats X Sony WF-1000XM5
Included Accessories Carrying case, 4 ear tips, removable secure fit wingtips Charging case, 3 sizes of noise isolation earbud tips
Compatibility iPhone, iPad, iPod -
Compliant Standards - IPX4
Service & Support Limited warranty - 1 year -
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