Sony WF-1000XM3 vs. Samsung Galaxy Buds FE

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Sony WF-1000XM3 and Samsung Galaxy Buds FE. 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-1000XM3 vs. Samsung Galaxy Buds FE Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Sony WF-1000XM3 Samsung Galaxy Buds FE
Product Type True wireless earphones - Bluetooth / 2.4 GHz radio frequency - wireless - NFC True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless
Weight 17 g -
Dimensions & Weight Details Earbud: 8.5 g
Charging case: 77 g
Earbud: 1.71 cm x 2.22 cm x 1.92 cm / 5.6 g
Charging case: 5 cm x 2.77 cm x 5 cm / 40 g
Colour Black | Silver Graphite | White
Recommended Use Portable electronics Portable electronics
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) 10 m -
SOUND QUALITY Sony WF-1000XM3 Samsung Galaxy Buds FE
Headphones Form Factor In-ear In-ear
Headphones Technology Dynamic -
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless
Wireless Technology Bluetooth / 2.4 GHz radio frequency Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 5.0 Bluetooth 5.2 Samsung Galaxy Buds FE have a more advanced version of Bluetooth than Sony WF-1000XM3.
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) Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP)
Bluetooth Audio Codec SBC, AAC SBC, AAC, SSC (Samsung Seamless Codec)
Active Noise Cancelling Yes Yes Both headphones are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Sound Effects Digital Sound Enhancement Engine HX (DSEE HX) Ambient Sound Mode
Frequency Response 20 - 20000 Hz -
Diaphragm 6 mm -
Magnet Material Neodymium -
MICROPHONE Sony WF-1000XM3 Samsung Galaxy Buds FE
Form Factor Built-in Built-in
Microphones Included - 6
REMOTE CONTROL Sony WF-1000XM3 Samsung Galaxy Buds FE
Controls Noise-cancellation suspend button -
CABLE Sony WF-1000XM3 Samsung Galaxy Buds FE
Cable Type USB-C charge cable - detachable - 20 cm USB-C charge cable - detachable
FEATURES Sony WF-1000XM3 Samsung Galaxy Buds FE
Features - Touch control
Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible - Yes
- SmartThings
Voice Control - Indirect
Intelligent Assistant - Bixby
Sensors - Proximity sensor, hall sensor, touch sensor
BATTERY AND CHARGING Sony WF-1000XM3 Samsung Galaxy Buds FE
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable Headphone battery rechargeable
Battery Capacity - 60 mAh
Battery Life 8 hour(s) 6 hour(s) Sony WF-1000XM3 lasts longer on a single charge than the Samsung Galaxy Buds FE.
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 (noise cancelling ON): up to 6 hours
Continuous playback (with included charging case): up to 30 hours
Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON / with included charging case): up to 21 hours
Continuous talk: up to 4 hours
Continuous talk (with included charging case): up to 14 hours
Continuous talk (noise cancelling ON): up to 3.5 hours
Continuous talk (noise cancelling ON / with included charging case): up to 13 hours
Continuous playback: up to 8.5 hours
Standby Time 15 hours -
Charging Time 1.5 hour(s) -
CONNECTIONS Sony WF-1000XM3 Samsung Galaxy Buds FE
Connector Type Bluetooth
USB (power only) (USB Type-C)
Bluetooth
USB (power only) (24 pin USB-C)
OTHERS Sony WF-1000XM3 Samsung Galaxy Buds FE
Included Accessories Charging case 3 pairs of silicone ear tips (S, M, L), charging case (479 mAh), 2 pairs of wing tips (S/M, M/L)
- 0.294 W/kg (head)
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