Sony MDR 1000X vs. Poly EncorePro 520V

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Sony MDR 1000X and Poly EncorePro 520V. 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

Sony MDR 1000X vs. Poly EncorePro 520V Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Sony MDR 1000X Poly EncorePro 520V
Product Type Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC Headset - wired - 3.5 mm jack
Series - EncorePro 500 series
Height - 6.7 cm
Width - 11.1 cm
Depth - 14.9 cm
Weight 275 g 74 g Poly EncorePro 520V are lighter than Sony MDR 1000X headphones.
Colour Black | Beige Black
Earpad Material - Artificial leather
Recommended Use Portable electronics -
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) 10 m -
SOUND QUALITY Sony MDR 1000X Poly EncorePro 520V
Headphones Form Factor Full size On-ear
Headphones Technology Dynamic -
Ear Cups Type Closed -
Foldable Yes - Sony MDR 1000X can be folded.
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wired
Wireless Technology Bluetooth -
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 4.1 -
Bluetooth Profiles Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP), Low Complexity Subband Coding (SBC) -
Active Noise Cancelling Yes Yes Both headphones are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Active Noise Cancelling Technology - SoundGuard DIGITAL
Sound Output Mode Stereo -
Frequency Response 4 - 40000 Hz -
Sensitivity 103 dB/mW -
Impedance 46 Ohm -
Diaphragm Liquid crystal polymer - 40 mm 5.6 mm Sony MDR 1000X have a thicker diaphragm than Poly EncorePro 520V.
Signal-To-Noise Ratio - 50 dB
Magnet Material Neodymium -
MICROPHONE Sony MDR 1000X Poly EncorePro 520V
Type - Boom
Microphone Operation Mode - Omni-directional
Noise Cancelling - Yes Poly EncorePro 520V microphone can cancel out ambient noise.
Frequency Response - 20 - 16000 Hz
Sensitivity - 40 dB
Sensitivity Margin - +/- 3dB
REMOTE CONTROL Sony MDR 1000X Poly EncorePro 520V
Controls Volume control -
CABLE Sony MDR 1000X Poly EncorePro 520V
Cable Type Headphones cable - detachable - L shaped - 1.5 m -
Cable Length 1.5 m 78.5 cm
Detachable Cable Yes -
Plated Connector Gold -
FEATURES Sony MDR 1000X Poly EncorePro 520V
Features - Boom mic length 135mm, 290° rotatable microphone
BATTERY AND CHARGING Sony MDR 1000X Poly EncorePro 520V
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion -
Battery Life 20 hours -
Standby Time 34 hours -
Charging Time 4 hours -
WIRELESS LINK Sony MDR 1000X Poly EncorePro 520V
Transmission Range 10 m -
Modulation Type FHSS -
Radio Frequency Range 2.4 - 2.4835GHz -
CONNECTIONS Sony MDR 1000X Poly EncorePro 520V
Connector Type Bluetooth
USB
Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm)
Headset (mini-phone 3.5mm)
OTHERS Sony MDR 1000X Poly EncorePro 520V
Included Accessories Carrying case, USB cable, in-flight plug adapter -
Software Certification - Certified for Skype for Business, UC certified
Supported Host Device OS - macOS, Windows
Service & Support - Limited warranty - 2 years
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