Sony WF-1000X vs. AKG N5005

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Sony WF-1000X and AKG N5005. 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 WF-1000X vs. AKG N5005 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Sony WF-1000X AKG N5005
Product Type True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC Earphones - Bluetooth - wireless
Height 4.26 cm -
Width 10.3 cm -
Depth 2.45 cm -
Weight 6.8 g 11.4 g Sony WF-1000X are lighter than Sony WF-1000X headphones.
Dimensions & Weight Details Charging case: 10.3 cm x 4.26 cm x 2.45 cm / 70 g
Headphones: 6.8 g
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Colour Gold | Black Black
Recommended Use Portable electronics -
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) 10 m -
SOUND QUALITY Sony WF-1000X AKG N5005
Headphones Form Factor In-ear In-ear - over-the-ear mount
Headphones Technology Dynamic Balanced armature / dynamic
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless
Wireless Technology Bluetooth Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 4.1 Bluetooth 4.1 Both headphones have the same Bluetooth version.
Bluetooth Profiles Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), 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)
Bluetooth Audio Codec SBC, AAC -
Active Noise Cancelling Yes - Sony WF-1000X are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Frequency Response 20 - 20000 Hz 10 - 40000 Hz AKG N5005 offer a larger frequency range than Sony WF-1000X.
Sensitivity - 116 dB
Impedance - 18 Ohm
Diaphragm 6 mm 9.2 mm AKG N5005 have a thicker diaphragm than Sony WF-1000X.
Magnet Material Neodymium -
MICROPHONE Sony WF-1000X AKG N5005
Form Factor Built-in -
Type - On-cable
Microphone Technology Electret condenser -
Microphone Operation Mode Omni-directional -
Frequency Response 50 - 8000 Hz -
REMOTE CONTROL Sony WF-1000X AKG N5005
Controls Noise-cancellation suspend button 3-button remote
CABLE Sony WF-1000X AKG N5005
Cable Type USB cable Headphones cable - detachable
Audio cable - detachable
BATTERY AND CHARGING Sony WF-1000X AKG N5005
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion Headphone battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity - 120 mAh
Battery Life 3 hour(s) 8 hour(s) AKG N5005 lasts longer on a single charge than the Sony WF-1000X.
Battery Life Details Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON): up to 3 hours
Continuous playback (noise cancelling OFF): up to 3 hours
Standby (noise cancelling ON): up to 8 hours
Standby (noise cancelling OFF): up to 35 hours
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Standby Time 35 hours -
Charging Time 1.5 hour(s) 2 hour(s) Sony WF-1000X recharge faster than Sony WF-1000X.
WIRELESS LINK Sony WF-1000X AKG N5005
Modulation Type - GFSK, 8-DPSK, DQPSK
Radio Frequency Range 2.4 - 2.4835GHz 2.402 - 2.480GHz
OTHERS Sony WF-1000X AKG N5005
Included Accessories Charging case, 4 pairs of long hybrid silicone rubber earbuds (SS, S, M, L), 2 pairs of Fitting Supporters, 3 pairs of Triple-Comfort Earbuds Carrying pouch, airplane adapter, cleaning tool, USB charge cable, 4 pairs of silicone ear tips (extra small, small, medium, large), 3 pairs of SpinFit silicone ear tips
Compatibility iPhone, iPod, Android phone -
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