Skullcandy Method ANC vs. Sony WF-1000XM5

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Skullcandy Method ANC and Sony WF-1000XM5. Compare design, audio features, functions and other important specifications to easily choose the right headphones for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the headphones that will best fit your needs.

Headphones Specifications Comparison

Skullcandy Method ANC vs. Sony WF-1000XM5 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Skullcandy Method ANC Sony WF-1000XM5
Product Type Earphones - Bluetooth - wireless True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless
Weight 16.6 g -
Dimensions & Weight Details - Charging case: 6.46 cm x 2.65 cm x 4 cm / 39 g
Earphone: 5.9 g
Colour Black Black | Silver
Protection Sweat-resistant, IPX4, water-resistant Water-resistant
Recommended Use - Portable electronics
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) - 10 m
High-Resolution Audio - Yes
SOUND QUALITY Skullcandy Method ANC 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 5.0 Bluetooth 5.3 Sony WF-1000XM5 have a more advanced version of Bluetooth than Skullcandy Method ANC.
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 Yes Both headphones are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Active Noise Cancelling Technology - Multi Noise Sensor technology
Sound Output Mode Stereo -
Sound Effects - 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 Skullcandy Method ANC.
Impedance 16 Ohm -
Max Sound Pressure 101 dB -
Diaphragm 9.2 mm 8.4 mm Skullcandy Method ANC have a thicker diaphragm than Sony WF-1000XM5.
Features - Precise Voice Pickup Technology, Google Fast Pair, Quick Attention function
In-Cord Volume Control Yes -
MICROPHONE Skullcandy Method ANC Sony WF-1000XM5
Form Factor - Built-in
Type On-cable -
REMOTE CONTROL Skullcandy Method ANC Sony WF-1000XM5
Controls Volume, on/off, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track, voice assistant -
CABLE Skullcandy Method ANC Sony WF-1000XM5
Cable Type - USB-C charge cable - detachable - 20 cm
FEATURES Skullcandy Method ANC 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 Skullcandy Method ANC Sony WF-1000XM5
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable Headphone battery rechargeable - wireless charging
Battery Life 6 hour(s) 12 hour(s) Sony WF-1000XM5 lasts longer on a single charge than the Skullcandy Method ANC.
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 Skullcandy Method ANC Sony WF-1000XM5
Connector Type - Bluetooth
OTHERS Skullcandy Method ANC Sony WF-1000XM5
Included Accessories Carrying pouch, 3 pairs of ear tips (small, medium, large), micro-USB charging cable Charging case, 3 sizes of noise isolation earbud tips
Compliant Standards FCC Part 15, IC, IPX4 IPX4
Service & Support Limited warranty - 2 years -
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