JBL TUNE Flex vs. Sony WF-1000XM5

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of JBL TUNE Flex 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

JBL TUNE Flex vs. Sony WF-1000XM5 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS JBL TUNE Flex Sony WF-1000XM5
Product Type True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless
Dimensions & Weight Details Charging case: 5.15 cm x 2.93 cm x 4.7 cm / 38.6 g
Earbud: 2.05 cm x 2.02 cm x 3.49 cm / 4.8 g
Charging case: 6.46 cm x 2.65 cm x 4 cm / 39 g
Earphone: 5.9 g
Colour Blue | White | Black | Purple Black | Silver
Protection - Water-resistant
Recommended Use Portable electronics Portable electronics
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) - 10 m
High-Resolution Audio - Yes
SOUND QUALITY JBL TUNE Flex Sony WF-1000XM5
Headphones Form Factor Ear-bud In-ear
Headphones Technology Dynamic Dynamic
Bone Conduction Technology - Yes
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless
Wireless Technology Bluetooth Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 5.2 Bluetooth 5.3 Sony WF-1000XM5 have a more advanced version of Bluetooth than JBL TUNE Flex.
Bluetooth Profiles Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP) 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 Yes Both headphones are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Active Noise Cancelling Technology Smart Ambient Multi Noise Sensor technology
Sound Output Mode Stereo -
Sound Effects Pure Bass Digital Sound Enhancement Engine Extreme (DSEE Extreme), Ambient Sound Mode, 360 Reality Audio
Frequency Response 20 - 20000 Hz 20 - 40000 Hz Sony WF-1000XM5 offer a larger frequency range than JBL TUNE Flex.
Sensitivity 110 dB -
Impedance 32 Ohm -
Diaphragm 12 mm 8.4 mm JBL TUNE Flex have a thicker diaphragm than Sony WF-1000XM5.
Features - Precise Voice Pickup Technology, Google Fast Pair, Quick Attention function
MICROPHONE JBL TUNE Flex Sony WF-1000XM5
Form Factor Built-in Built-in
Sensitivity -38 dBV/Pascal -
CABLE JBL TUNE Flex Sony WF-1000XM5
Cable Type USB-C charge cable USB-C charge cable - detachable - 20 cm
FEATURES JBL TUNE Flex 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 JBL TUNE Flex Sony WF-1000XM5
Battery Type 2 x headphone battery rechargeable - lithium polymer Headphone battery rechargeable - wireless charging
Battery Capacity 55 mAh -
Battery Life 4.5 hours 12 hour(s) Sony WF-1000XM5 lasts longer on a single charge than the JBL TUNE Flex.
Battery Life Details Continuous playback: up to 32 hours
Continuous playback: up to 4.5 hours
Continuous playback (ANC OFF / Bluetooth): up to 8 hours
Continuous playback (ANC ON / Bluetooth): up to 6 hours
Continuous playback (with included charging case): up to 18 hours
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
Charging Time 2 hour(s) -
Included Qty 2 -
CONNECTIONS JBL TUNE Flex Sony WF-1000XM5
Connector Type - Bluetooth
OTHERS JBL TUNE Flex Sony WF-1000XM5
Included Accessories USB-C charging cable, 3 sizes of earhooks, charging case (570 mAh) Charging case, 3 sizes of noise isolation earbud tips
Compliant Standards IPX4, GFSK, π/4 QPSK, 8DPSK IPX4
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