Sony WI-1000XM2 vs. Apple AirPods Pro (1st generation)

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Sony WI-1000XM2 and Apple AirPods Pro (1st generation). 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 WI-1000XM2 vs. Apple AirPods Pro (1st generation) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Sony WI-1000XM2 Apple AirPods Pro (1st generation)
Product Type Earphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless
Product Generation - 1st generation
Height - 3.09 cm
Width - 2.18 cm
Depth - 2.4 cm
Weight 58 g 5.4 g Apple AirPods Pro (1st generation) are lighter than Sony WI-1000XM2 headphones.
Dimensions & Weight Details - Charging case: 6.06 cm x 2.17 cm x 4.52 cm / 45.6 g
Colour Black | Silver -
Protection - IPX4
Recommended Use Portable electronics Portable electronics
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) 10 m -
High-Resolution Audio Yes -
SOUND QUALITY Sony WI-1000XM2 Apple AirPods Pro (1st generation)
Headphones Form Factor In-ear - neckband In-ear
Headphones Technology Balanced armature / dynamic -
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless
Wireless Technology Bluetooth 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) -
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) -
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Sound Effects Digital Sound Enhancement Engine HX (DSEE HX), S-Master HX Adaptive EQ
Frequency Response 3 - 40000 Hz -
Sensitivity 101 dB/mW -
Impedance 22 Ohm -
Diaphragm 9 mm -
Features - Apple H1 chip
MICROPHONE Sony WI-1000XM2 Apple AirPods Pro (1st generation)
Form Factor Built-in Built-in
REMOTE CONTROL Sony WI-1000XM2 Apple AirPods Pro (1st generation)
Controls Volume, noise-cancellation suspend button Answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track, audio transparency, ANC on/off
CABLE Sony WI-1000XM2 Apple AirPods Pro (1st generation)
Cable Type Headphones cable - detachable - OFC - L shaped - 1 m
USB charge cable
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Cable Length 1 m -
Detachable Cable Yes -
Plated Connector Gold -
FEATURES Sony WI-1000XM2 Apple AirPods Pro (1st generation)
Features Vibrating call alert -
Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible - Yes
Intelligent Assistant Google Assistant Siri
Sensors - Dual optical sensors, motion-detecting accelerometer, speech-detecting accelerometer, force sensor
Additional Functions - Wireless audio sharing
BATTERY AND CHARGING Sony WI-1000XM2 Apple AirPods Pro (1st generation)
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable Headphone battery rechargeable - wireless charging
Battery Life 13 hour(s) 5 hour(s) Sony WI-1000XM2 lasts longer on a single charge than the Apple AirPods Pro (1st generation).
Battery Life Details Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON): up to 10 hours
Continuous playback (noise cancelling OFF): up to 13 hours
Standby (noise cancelling OFF): up to 100 hours
Continuous playback: up to 4.5 hours
Continuous talk: up to 3.5 hours
Continuous playback (active noise-cancelling off): up to 5 hours
Continuous playback (with included charging case): up to 24 hours
Continuous talk (with included charging case): up to 18 hours
Standby Time 100 hours -
Wireless Charging Standards - Qi
Charging Time 3.5 hour(s) -
Auto On/Off - Yes
CONNECTIONS Sony WI-1000XM2 Apple AirPods Pro (1st generation)
Connector Type Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole)
USB (power only)
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OTHERS Sony WI-1000XM2 Apple AirPods Pro (1st generation)
Included Accessories Carrying pouch, airplane adapter, 4 pairs of hybrid earbuds (SS/S/M/L sizes), 3 pairs of Triple-Comfort Earbuds 3 pairs of silicone ear tips, wireless charging case, Lightning to USB-C cable
Compatibility iPhone, iPod, Android phone iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac
Service & Support - Limited warranty - 1 year
Technical support - phone consulting - 90 days
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