In depth comparison and review of Sony WF-1000XM3 and Anker Soundcore Liberty Neo (2nd generation). 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.
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | Sony WF-1000XM3 | Anker Soundcore Liberty Neo (2nd generation) |
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Product Type | True wireless earphones - Bluetooth / 2.4 GHz radio frequency - wireless - NFC | True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless | |
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Product Generation | - | 2nd generation | |
Weight | 17 g | 51 g | Sony WF-1000XM3 are lighter than Sony WF-1000XM3 headphones. |
Dimensions & Weight Details | Earbud: 8.5 g Charging case: 77 g |
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Colour | Black | Silver | Black | |
Protection | - | Waterproof, IPX7 | |
Recommended Use | Portable electronics | Portable electronics | |
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) | 10 m | - |
SOUND QUALITY | Sony WF-1000XM3 | Anker Soundcore Liberty Neo (2nd generation) |
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Headphones Form Factor | In-ear | In-ear | |
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Headphones Technology | Dynamic | - | |
Connectivity Technology | Wireless | Wireless | |
Wireless Technology | Bluetooth / 2.4 GHz radio frequency | Bluetooth | |
Bluetooth Version | Bluetooth 5.0 | Bluetooth 5.0 | 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), Serial Copy Management System (SCMS-T) | - | |
Bluetooth Audio Codec | SBC, AAC | SBC, AAC | |
Active Noise Cancelling | Yes | - | Sony WF-1000XM3 are equipped with active noice cancellation. |
Noise Isolating | - | Yes | Anker Soundcore Liberty Neo (2nd generation) are equipped with a noise isolating function. |
Sound Output Mode | - | Stereo | |
Sound Effects | Digital Sound Enhancement Engine HX (DSEE HX) | BassUp | |
Frequency Response | 20 - 20000 Hz | 20 - 20000 Hz | Both headphones offer the same frequency response. |
Diaphragm | 6 mm | Graphene | |
Magnet Material | Neodymium | - | |
Features | - | GripFit technology |
MICROPHONE | Sony WF-1000XM3 | Anker Soundcore Liberty Neo (2nd generation) |
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Form Factor | Built-in | Built-in |
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REMOTE CONTROL | Sony WF-1000XM3 | Anker Soundcore Liberty Neo (2nd generation) |
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Controls | Noise-cancellation suspend button | - |
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CABLE | Sony WF-1000XM3 | Anker Soundcore Liberty Neo (2nd generation) |
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Cable Type | USB-C charge cable - detachable - 20 cm | - |
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BATTERY AND CHARGING | Sony WF-1000XM3 | Anker Soundcore Liberty Neo (2nd generation) |
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Battery Type | Headphone battery rechargeable | Headphone battery rechargeable | |
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Battery Life | 8 hour(s) | 20 hour(s) | Anker Soundcore Liberty Neo (2nd generation) lasts longer on a single charge than the Sony WF-1000XM3. |
Battery Life Details | Continuous playback (noise cancelling OFF): up to 8 hours Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON): up to 6 hours Continuous talk (noise cancelling OFF): up to 4.5 hours Continuous talk (noise cancelling ON): up to 4 hours Standby (noise cancelling OFF): up to 15 hours Standby (noise cancelling ON): up to 9 hours |
Continuous playback: up to 3.5 hours Continuous playback (with included charging case): up to 12.5 hours |
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Standby Time | 15 hours | - | |
Charging Time | 1.5 hour(s) | 1.5 hour(s) | The charging of both headphones last the same time. |
CONNECTIONS | Sony WF-1000XM3 | Anker Soundcore Liberty Neo (2nd generation) |
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Connector Type | Bluetooth USB (power only) (USB Type-C) |
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OTHERS | Sony WF-1000XM3 | Anker Soundcore Liberty Neo (2nd generation) |
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Included Accessories | Charging case | Charging case, micro-USB cable, 4 pairs of ear tips (XS, small, medium, large), 4 pairs of ear wings (XS/S/M/L sizes) | |
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Service & Support | - | Limited warranty - 18 months |