Audio-Technica ATH CKR35BT vs. Sony WF-1000XM5

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of Audio-Technica ATH CKR35BT and Sony WF-1000XM5. Compare design, sound quality and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect headphones. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the headphones that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.

Headphones Specifications Comparison

Audio-Technica ATH CKR35BT vs. Sony WF-1000XM5 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Audio-Technica ATH CKR35BT Sony WF-1000XM5
Product Type Earphones - Bluetooth - wireless True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless
Weight 15.5 g -
Dimensions & Weight Details - Charging case: 6.46 cm x 2.65 cm x 4 cm / 39 g
Earphone: 5.9 g
Colour Black | Silver Black | Silver
Protection - Water-resistant
Recommended Use - Portable electronics
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) 10 m 10 m The maximum operating distance of both headphones is the same.
High-Resolution Audio - Yes
SOUND QUALITY Audio-Technica ATH CKR35BT Sony WF-1000XM5
Headphones Form Factor In-ear In-ear
Headphones Technology Dynamic Dynamic
Bone Conduction Technology - Yes
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless
Wireless Technology Bluetooth Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 4.1 Bluetooth 5.3 Sony WF-1000XM5 have a more advanced version of Bluetooth than Audio-Technica ATH CKR35BT.
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), Telephony and Media Audio Profile (TMAP)
Bluetooth Audio Codec - SBC, AAC, LDAC, LC3
Active Noise Cancelling - Yes Sony WF-1000XM5 are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Active Noise Cancelling Technology - Multi Noise Sensor technology
Sound Output Mode Stereo -
Sound Effects - Digital Sound Enhancement Engine Extreme (DSEE Extreme), Ambient Sound Mode, 360 Reality Audio
Frequency Response 5 - 24000 Hz 20 - 40000 Hz Sony WF-1000XM5 offer a larger frequency range than Audio-Technica ATH CKR35BT.
Sensitivity 102 dB/mW -
Impedance 16 Ohm -
Diaphragm 9.8 mm 8.4 mm Audio-Technica ATH CKR35BT have a thicker diaphragm than Sony WF-1000XM5.
Features - Precise Voice Pickup Technology, Google Fast Pair, Quick Attention function
MICROPHONE Audio-Technica ATH CKR35BT Sony WF-1000XM5
Form Factor - Built-in
Type On-cable -
Microphone Technology Electret condenser -
Microphone Operation Mode Omni-directional -
Frequency Response 100 - 10000 Hz -
Audio Input Details Omni-directional - 100 - 10000 Hz -
Sensitivity -44 dB -
CABLE Audio-Technica ATH CKR35BT Sony WF-1000XM5
Cable Type Micro-USB charge cable - detachable - 30 cm USB-C charge cable - detachable - 20 cm
FEATURES Audio-Technica ATH CKR35BT Sony WF-1000XM5
Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible - Yes
Voice Control - Indirect
Intelligent Assistant - Google Assistant, Alexa
Sensors - Head tracking sensor, bone sensor
BATTERY AND CHARGING Audio-Technica ATH CKR35BT Sony WF-1000XM5
Battery Type 1 x headphone battery rechargeable - lithium polymer Headphone battery rechargeable - wireless charging
Battery Life 7 hour(s) 12 hour(s) Sony WF-1000XM5 lasts longer on a single charge than the Audio-Technica ATH CKR35BT.
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 7 hours
Continuous talk (noise cancelling ON): up to 6 hours
Standby Time 200 hours -
Wireless Charging Standards - Qi
Charging Time 3 hour(s) -
Included Qty 1 -
WIRELESS LINK Audio-Technica ATH CKR35BT Sony WF-1000XM5
Modulation Type FHSS -
Radio Frequency Range 2.402 - 2.480GHz -
CONNECTIONS Audio-Technica ATH CKR35BT Sony WF-1000XM5
Connector Type - Bluetooth
OTHERS Audio-Technica ATH CKR35BT Sony WF-1000XM5
Included Accessories 4 pairs of silicone ear tips (extra small, small, medium, large), pouch case Charging case, 3 sizes of noise isolation earbud tips
Compliant Standards - IPX4
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