In depth comparison and review of Beats by Dr. Dre Studio 2 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.
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | Beats by Dr. Dre Studio 2 | Sony WH-1000XM3 |
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Product Type | Headphones - wired - 3.5 mm jack | Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC - 3.5 mm jack | |
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Height | - | 26.5 cm | |
Width | - | 18.6 cm | |
Depth | - | 2.93 cm | |
Weight | - | 255 g | |
Colour | Metallic sky | Pink | Black | Silver | |
Recommended Use | Portable electronics | Portable electronics | |
High-Resolution Audio | - | Yes |
SOUND QUALITY | Beats by Dr. Dre Studio 2 | Sony WH-1000XM3 |
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Headphones Form Factor | Full size | Full size | |
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Ear Cups Type | - | Closed | |
Foldable | Yes | - | Beats by Dr. Dre Studio 2 can be folded. |
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 | Yes | Both headphones are equipped with active noice cancellation. |
Active Noise Cancelling Technology | Adaptive Noise Cancelling | Digital Noise Cancelling technology (DNC) | |
Volume Limiting Function | - | Yes | |
Sound Output Mode | Stereo | - | |
Sound Effects | - | Digital Sound Enhancement Engine HX (DSEE HX) | |
Frequency Response | 20 - 20000 Hz | 4 - 40000 Hz | Sony WH-1000XM3 offer a larger frequency range than Beats by Dr. Dre Studio 2. |
Sensitivity | - | 104.5 dB/mW | |
Impedance | - | 16 Ohm | |
Diaphragm | - | Aluminium coated LCP - 40 mm | |
Magnet Material | - | Neodymium |
MICROPHONE | Beats by Dr. Dre Studio 2 | Sony WH-1000XM3 |
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Type | On-cable | - | |
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Noise Cancelling | - | Yes | Sony WH-1000XM3 microphone can cancel out ambient noise. |
REMOTE CONTROL | Beats by Dr. Dre Studio 2 | Sony WH-1000XM3 |
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Controls | Volume | Volume, next/previous track, voice assistant, phone button |
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CABLE | Beats by Dr. Dre Studio 2 | Sony WH-1000XM3 |
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Cable Type | Microphone cable - 1.3 m Micro-USB charge cable |
USB-C charge cable - detachable Headphones cable - detachable - OFC - L shaped - 1.2 m |
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Cable Length | - | 1.2 m | |
Detachable Cable | - | Yes | |
Plated Connector | - | Gold |
FEATURES | Beats by Dr. Dre Studio 2 | Sony WH-1000XM3 |
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Intelligent Assistant | - | Google Assistant | |
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Sensors | - | Atmospheric pressure sensor | |
Additional Functions | - | Touch panel |
BATTERY AND CHARGING | Beats by Dr. Dre Studio 2 | Sony WH-1000XM3 |
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Battery Type | Headphone battery rechargeable | Headphone battery rechargeable | |
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Battery Life | 20 hour(s) | 38 hour(s) | Sony WH-1000XM3 lasts longer on a single charge than the Beats by Dr. Dre Studio 2. |
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 |
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Standby Time | - | 200 hours | |
Charging Time | - | 3 hour(s) | |
Included Qty | - | 1 |
CONNECTIONS | Beats by Dr. Dre Studio 2 | Sony WH-1000XM3 |
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Connector Type | Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm) USB (5 pin Micro-USB Type B) |
USB (power only) Headphones |
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OTHERS | Beats by Dr. Dre Studio 2 | Sony WH-1000XM3 |
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Included Accessories | Hard case | Carrying case, airplane adapter | |
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Compatibility | iPhone, iPad, iPod | - | |
Service & Support | Limited warranty - 1 year | Limited warranty - labour - 90 days Limited warranty - parts - 1 year |