Sony WF-1000XM4 vs. Beats Studio Buds

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Sony WF-1000XM4 and Beats Studio Buds. 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

Sony WF-1000XM4 vs. Beats Studio Buds Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Sony WF-1000XM4 Beats Studio Buds
Product Type True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless
Height - 1.5 cm
Width - 1.85 cm
Depth - 2.05 cm
Weight 41 g 5 g Beats Studio Buds are lighter than Sony WF-1000XM4 headphones.
Dimensions & Weight Details Earphone: 7.3 g Charging case: 5.1 cm x 7.2 cm x 2.55 cm / 48 g
Colour Black | Silver Ocean blue | Sunset pink | Moon grey | Black | White | Beats Red
Earpad Material Polyurethane foam -
Protection Water-resistant Sweat-resistant, IPX4, water-resistant
Recommended Use Portable electronics Portable electronics
SOUND QUALITY Sony WF-1000XM4 Beats Studio Buds
Headphones Form Factor In-ear In-ear
Headphones Technology Dynamic -
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless
Wireless Technology Bluetooth Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 5.2 -
Bluetooth Profiles 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, LDAC -
Active Noise Cancelling Yes Yes Both headphones are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Active Noise Cancelling Technology Digital Noise Cancelling technology (DNC) -
Noise Isolating - Yes Beats Studio Buds are equipped with a noise isolating function.
Sound Output Mode - Stereo
Sound Effects Digital Sound Enhancement Engine Extreme (DSEE Extreme), Ambient Sound Mode, Adaptive Sound Control, 360 Reality Audio -
Frequency Response 20 - 20000 Hz -
Diaphragm 6 mm -
Magnet Material Neodymium -
Features Precise Voice Pickup Technology, Quick Attention function, Microsoft Swift Pair, Processor V1, Automatic Wind Noise Reduction, Speak-to-Chat Fast Fuel technology
MICROPHONE Sony WF-1000XM4 Beats Studio Buds
Form Factor Built-in Built-in
Microphone Operation Mode Omni-directional -
Microphones Included 2 -
REMOTE CONTROL Sony WF-1000XM4 Beats Studio Buds
Controls Tap control Answer/end, next/previous track, voice assistant, ANC/transparency
CABLE Sony WF-1000XM4 Beats Studio Buds
Cable Type USB-C charge cable - detachable USB-C to USB-C cable
FEATURES Sony WF-1000XM4 Beats Studio Buds
Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible Yes Yes
Intelligent Assistant Google Assistant, Alexa Siri
Sensors Proximity sensor, bone sensor -
Additional Functions - Transparency mode
BATTERY AND CHARGING Sony WF-1000XM4 Beats Studio Buds
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable - wireless charging Headphone battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion
Battery Life 12 hour(s) 8 hour(s) Sony WF-1000XM4 lasts longer on a single charge than the Beats Studio Buds.
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 6 hours
Continuous talk (noise cancelling ON): up to 5.5 hours
Continuous playback (with included charging case): up to 24 hours
Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON): up to 5 hours
Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON / with included charging case): up to 15 hours
Continuous playback (noise cancelling OFF): up to 8 hours
Wireless Charging Standards Qi -
Charging Time 1.5 hour(s) -
CONNECTIONS Sony WF-1000XM4 Beats Studio Buds
Connector Type Bluetooth
USB (power only) (USB Type-C)
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OTHERS Sony WF-1000XM4 Beats Studio Buds
Included Accessories USB-C to USB-A cable, 3 sizes of noise isolation earbud tips Charging case, logo sticker, USB-C to USB-C charging cable, 3 pairs of silicone ear tips (S, M, L)
Compatibility - iPhone, iPad, iPod, Android phone, Mac, Android tablet
Compliant Standards IPX4 Bluetooth Class 1
Service & Support - Limited warranty - 1 year
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