Belkin SoundForm FREEDOM vs. Sony WF-1000XM5

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Belkin SoundForm FREEDOM 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

Belkin SoundForm FREEDOM vs. Sony WF-1000XM5 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Belkin SoundForm FREEDOM Sony WF-1000XM5
Product Type True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless
Height 10 cm -
Width 3.5 cm -
Depth 13 cm -
Weight 43 g -
Dimensions & Weight Details - Charging case: 6.46 cm x 2.65 cm x 4 cm / 39 g
Earphone: 5.9 g
Colour Black | White Black | Silver
Protection Splashproof, sweat-resistant, IPX5, water-resistant Water-resistant
Recommended Use Portable electronics Portable electronics
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) - 10 m
High-Resolution Audio - Yes
SOUND QUALITY Belkin SoundForm FREEDOM Sony WF-1000XM5
Headphones Form Factor In-ear In-ear
Headphones Technology - Dynamic
Bone Conduction Technology - Yes
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless
Wireless Technology Bluetooth Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version - Bluetooth 5.3
Bluetooth Profiles - 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 aptX SBC, AAC, LDAC, LC3
Active Noise Cancelling Yes Yes Both headphones are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Active Noise Cancelling Technology Environmental Noise Cancellation (ENC) 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 - 20 - 40000 Hz
Diaphragm - 8.4 mm
Features - Precise Voice Pickup Technology, Google Fast Pair, Quick Attention function
MICROPHONE Belkin SoundForm FREEDOM Sony WF-1000XM5
Form Factor Built-in Built-in
CABLE Belkin SoundForm FREEDOM Sony WF-1000XM5
Cable Type USB-C to USB-A cable USB-C charge cable - detachable - 20 cm
FEATURES Belkin SoundForm FREEDOM 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 Belkin SoundForm FREEDOM Sony WF-1000XM5
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable - wireless charging Headphone battery rechargeable - wireless charging
Battery Capacity 60 mAh -
Battery Life 8 hour(s) 12 hour(s) Sony WF-1000XM5 lasts longer on a single charge than the Belkin SoundForm FREEDOM.
Battery Life Details Continuous playback: up to 8 hours 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 Qi
CONNECTIONS Belkin SoundForm FREEDOM Sony WF-1000XM5
Connector Type USB (USB Type-C) Bluetooth
OTHERS Belkin SoundForm FREEDOM Sony WF-1000XM5
Included Accessories 3 pairs of silicone ear tips (small, medium, large), USB-C to USB-A cable, charging case (520 mAh) Charging case, 3 sizes of noise isolation earbud tips
Software Included Find my earphones -
Compatibility iPhone, Android phone -
Compliant Standards Qi IPX4
Service & Support Limited warranty - 2 years -
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