Audio-Technica ATH-SR5BK vs. Sony WH-1000XM3

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Audio-Technica ATH-SR5BK and Sony WH-1000XM3. 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

Audio-Technica ATH-SR5BK vs. Sony WH-1000XM3 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Audio-Technica ATH-SR5BK Sony WH-1000XM3
Product Type Headphones - wired - 3.5 mm jack Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC - 3.5 mm jack
Height - 26.5 cm
Width - 18.6 cm
Depth - 2.93 cm
Weight 165 g 255 g Audio-Technica ATH-SR5BK are lighter than Audio-Technica ATH-SR5BK headphones.
Colour Black Black | Silver
Earpad Material Memory foam -
Recommended Use Portable electronics, phone Portable electronics
High-Resolution Audio - Yes
SOUND QUALITY Audio-Technica ATH-SR5BK Sony WH-1000XM3
Headphones Form Factor On-ear Full size
Ear Cups Type Closed Closed
Adjustable Headband Yes -
Connectivity Technology Wired Wireless
Wireless Technology - Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version - Bluetooth 4.2
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, aptX, aptX HD, LDAC
Active Noise Cancelling - Yes Sony WH-1000XM3 are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Active Noise Cancelling Technology - Digital Noise Cancelling technology (DNC)
Volume Limiting Function - Yes
Sound Output Mode Stereo -
Sound Effects - Digital Sound Enhancement Engine HX (DSEE HX)
Frequency Response 5 - 40000 Hz 4 - 40000 Hz Sony WH-1000XM3 offer a larger frequency range than Audio-Technica ATH-SR5BK.
Max Input Power 1500 mW -
Sensitivity 100 dB/mW 104.5 dB/mW Sony WH-1000XM3 have higher sensitivity than Audio-Technica ATH-SR5BK.
Impedance 35 Ohm 16 Ohm
Diaphragm 45 mm Aluminium coated LCP - 40 mm Audio-Technica ATH-SR5BK have a thicker diaphragm than Sony WH-1000XM3.
Magnet Material - Neodymium
In-Cord Volume Control Yes -
MICROPHONE Audio-Technica ATH-SR5BK Sony WH-1000XM3
Type On-cable -
Microphone Technology Condenser -
Noise Cancelling - Yes Sony WH-1000XM3 microphone can cancel out ambient noise.
Frequency Response 50 - 4000 Hz -
Audio Input Details Omni-directional - 50 - 4000 Hz -
Sensitivity -40 dB -
REMOTE CONTROL Audio-Technica ATH-SR5BK Sony WH-1000XM3
Controls Volume, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track Volume, next/previous track, voice assistant, phone button
CABLE Audio-Technica ATH-SR5BK Sony WH-1000XM3
Cable Type Headphones cable - detachable - L shaped - 1.2 m USB-C charge cable - detachable
Headphones cable - detachable - OFC - L shaped - 1.2 m
Cable Length 1.2 m 1.2 m
Detachable Cable Yes Yes
Plated Connector - Gold
FEATURES Audio-Technica ATH-SR5BK Sony WH-1000XM3
Intelligent Assistant - Google Assistant
Sensors - Atmospheric pressure sensor
Additional Functions - Touch panel
BATTERY AND CHARGING Audio-Technica ATH-SR5BK Sony WH-1000XM3
Battery Type - Headphone battery rechargeable
Battery Life - 38 hour(s)
Battery Life Details - Continuous playback (noise cancelling OFF): up to 38 hours
Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON): up to 30 hours
Standby (noise cancelling ON): up to 30 hours
Standby (noise cancelling OFF): up to 200 hours
Standby Time - 200 hours
Charging Time - 3 hour(s)
Included Qty - 1
CONNECTIONS Audio-Technica ATH-SR5BK Sony WH-1000XM3
Connector Type Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole) USB (power only)
Headphones
OTHERS Audio-Technica ATH-SR5BK Sony WH-1000XM3
Included Accessories Carrying pouch Carrying case, airplane adapter
Service & Support Limited warranty - 2 years Limited warranty - labour - 90 days
Limited warranty - parts - 1 year
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