Audio-Technica SonicFuel ATH-AR3BT vs. Sony WH-1000XM3

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Audio-Technica SonicFuel ATH-AR3BT and Sony WH-1000XM3. 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 SonicFuel ATH-AR3BT vs. Sony WH-1000XM3 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Audio-Technica SonicFuel ATH-AR3BT Sony WH-1000XM3
Product Type Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC - 3.5 mm jack
Height - 26.5 cm
Width - 18.6 cm
Depth - 2.93 cm
Weight 190 g 255 g Audio-Technica SonicFuel ATH-AR3BT are lighter than Audio-Technica SonicFuel ATH-AR3BT headphones.
Colour White | Black Black | Silver
Recommended Use Portable electronics, phone Portable electronics
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) 10 m -
High-Resolution Audio - Yes
SOUND QUALITY Audio-Technica SonicFuel ATH-AR3BT Sony WH-1000XM3
Headphones Form Factor On-ear Full size
Headphones Technology Dynamic -
Ear Cups Type Closed Closed
Adjustable Headband Yes -
Foldable Yes - Audio-Technica SonicFuel ATH-AR3BT can be folded.
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless
Wireless Technology Bluetooth Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 4.1 Bluetooth 4.2 Sony WH-1000XM3 have a more advanced version of Bluetooth than Audio-Technica SonicFuel ATH-AR3BT.
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)
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 - 35000 Hz 4 - 40000 Hz Sony WH-1000XM3 offer a larger frequency range than Audio-Technica SonicFuel ATH-AR3BT.
Sensitivity 97 dB/mW 104.5 dB/mW Sony WH-1000XM3 have higher sensitivity than Audio-Technica SonicFuel ATH-AR3BT.
Impedance 41 Ohm 16 Ohm
Diaphragm 40 mm Aluminium coated LCP - 40 mm Both headphones are designed with same thick diaphragm.
Magnet Material - Neodymium
In-Cord Volume Control Yes -
MICROPHONE Audio-Technica SonicFuel ATH-AR3BT Sony WH-1000XM3
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 -44 dB -
REMOTE CONTROL Audio-Technica SonicFuel ATH-AR3BT Sony WH-1000XM3
Controls Volume, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track Volume, next/previous track, voice assistant, phone button
CABLE Audio-Technica SonicFuel ATH-AR3BT Sony WH-1000XM3
Cable Type Headphones cable - detachable - L shaped - 1.2 m
USB charge cable - 1 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 SonicFuel ATH-AR3BT Sony WH-1000XM3
Intelligent Assistant - Google Assistant
Sensors - Atmospheric pressure sensor
Additional Functions - Touch panel
BATTERY AND CHARGING Audio-Technica SonicFuel ATH-AR3BT Sony WH-1000XM3
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable - lithium polymer Headphone battery rechargeable
Battery Life 30 hour(s) 38 hour(s) Sony WH-1000XM3 lasts longer on a single charge than the Audio-Technica SonicFuel ATH-AR3BT.
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 1000 hours 200 hours Audio-Technica SonicFuel ATH-AR3BT have longer standby time than Sony WH-1000XM3.
Charging Time 5 hour(s) 3 hour(s) Sony WH-1000XM3 recharge faster than Audio-Technica SonicFuel ATH-AR3BT.
Included Qty - 1
WIRELESS LINK Audio-Technica SonicFuel ATH-AR3BT Sony WH-1000XM3
Transmission Range 10 m -
CONNECTIONS Audio-Technica SonicFuel ATH-AR3BT Sony WH-1000XM3
Connector Type Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole) USB (power only)
Headphones
OTHERS Audio-Technica SonicFuel ATH-AR3BT Sony WH-1000XM3
Included Accessories - Carrying case, airplane adapter
Service & Support Limited warranty - 2 years Limited warranty - labour - 90 days
Limited warranty - parts - 1 year
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