Audio-Technica ATH CKR7TW vs. Sony WF-1000XM5

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Audio-Technica ATH CKR7TW and Sony WF-1000XM5. 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

Audio-Technica ATH CKR7TW vs. Sony WF-1000XM5 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Audio-Technica ATH CKR7TW Sony WF-1000XM5
Product Type True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless
Weight 8 g -
Dimensions & Weight Details Headphones: 8 g
Charging case: 75 g
Charging case: 6.46 cm x 2.65 cm x 4 cm / 39 g
Earphone: 5.9 g
Colour Grey 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 CKR7TW 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 5.0 Bluetooth 5.3 Sony WF-1000XM5 have a more advanced version of Bluetooth than Audio-Technica ATH CKR7TW.
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, aptX 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 - 45000 Hz 20 - 40000 Hz Audio-Technica ATH CKR7TW offer a larger frequency range than Sony WF-1000XM5.
Max Input Power 100 mW -
Impedance 16 Ohm -
Diaphragm 11 mm 8.4 mm Audio-Technica ATH CKR7TW have a thicker diaphragm than Sony WF-1000XM5.
Features True wireless Precise Voice Pickup Technology, Google Fast Pair, Quick Attention function
MICROPHONE Audio-Technica ATH CKR7TW Sony WF-1000XM5
Form Factor Built-in Built-in
Microphone Operation Mode Omni-directional -
Frequency Response 100 - 10000 Hz -
Sensitivity -38 dB -
REMOTE CONTROL Audio-Technica ATH CKR7TW Sony WF-1000XM5
Controls Volume, answer/end -
CABLE Audio-Technica ATH CKR7TW Sony WF-1000XM5
Cable Type USB charge cable - detachable - 30 cm USB-C charge cable - detachable - 20 cm
FEATURES Audio-Technica ATH CKR7TW 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 CKR7TW Sony WF-1000XM5
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable - lithium polymer Headphone battery rechargeable - wireless charging
Battery Life 6 hour(s) 12 hour(s) Sony WF-1000XM5 lasts longer on a single charge than the Audio-Technica ATH CKR7TW.
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
Wireless Charging Standards - Qi
Charging Time 2 hour(s) -
CONNECTIONS Audio-Technica ATH CKR7TW Sony WF-1000XM5
Connector Type - Bluetooth
OTHERS Audio-Technica ATH CKR7TW Sony WF-1000XM5
Included Accessories Charging case / portable power bank, 4 pairs of ear tips (XS, small, medium, large) Charging case, 3 sizes of noise isolation earbud tips
Compliant Standards - IPX4
Service & Support Limited warranty - 2 years -
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