Google Pixel Buds Pro vs. Sony WF-1000XM5

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Google Pixel Buds Pro 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

Google Pixel Buds Pro vs. Sony WF-1000XM5 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Google Pixel Buds Pro Sony WF-1000XM5
Product Type True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless
Dimensions & Weight Details Earbud: 2.203 cm x 2.233 cm x 2.372 cm / 6.2 g
Charging case with earphones: 5 cm x 2.5 cm x 6.32 cm / 62.4 g
Charging case: 6.46 cm x 2.65 cm x 4 cm / 39 g
Earphone: 5.9 g
Colour Fog | Charcoal Black | Silver
Protection Sweat-resistant, water-resistant Water-resistant
Recommended Use Portable electronics Portable electronics
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) - 10 m
High-Resolution Audio - Yes
SOUND QUALITY Google Pixel Buds Pro 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 Google Pixel Buds Pro.
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 - SBC, AAC, LDAC, LC3
Active Noise Cancelling Yes Yes Both headphones are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Active Noise Cancelling Technology Google Silent Seal Multi Noise Sensor technology
Sound Output Mode Stereo -
Sound Effects - Digital Sound Enhancement Engine Extreme (DSEE Extreme), Ambient Sound Mode, 360 Reality Audio
Equaliser 5-band -
Frequency Response - 20 - 40000 Hz
Diaphragm 11 mm 8.4 mm Google Pixel Buds Pro have a thicker diaphragm than Sony WF-1000XM5.
Features - Precise Voice Pickup Technology, Google Fast Pair, Quick Attention function
MICROPHONE Google Pixel Buds Pro Sony WF-1000XM5
Form Factor Built-in Built-in
Microphone Operation Mode Beamforming -
Microphones Included 6 -
REMOTE CONTROL Google Pixel Buds Pro Sony WF-1000XM5
Controls Volume control, play/pause, answer call, ANC mode -
CABLE Google Pixel Buds Pro Sony WF-1000XM5
Cable Type - USB-C charge cable - detachable - 20 cm
FEATURES Google Pixel Buds Pro Sony WF-1000XM5
Features Wind-blocking mesh covers, active in-ear pressure relief -
Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible Yes Yes
Voice Control - Indirect
Intelligent Assistant Google Assistant Google Assistant, Alexa
Sensors Proximity sensor, hall sensor, motion-detecting accelerometer, touch sensor, gyroscope, voice accelerometer Head tracking sensor, bone sensor
Additional Functions Transparency mode -
BATTERY AND CHARGING Google Pixel Buds Pro Sony WF-1000XM5
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable - wireless charging Headphone battery rechargeable - wireless charging
Battery Life - 12 hour(s)
Battery Life Details Continuous playback (noise cancelling OFF): up to 11 hours
Continuous playback (noise cancelling OFF / with included charging case): up to 31 hours
Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON): up to 7 hours
Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON / with included charging case): up to 20 hours
Continuous playback (with 5 min charge / noise cancelling ON): up to 1 hour
Continuous playback (with 15 min charge / noise cancelling ON): up to 3 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 Google Pixel Buds Pro Sony WF-1000XM5
Connector Type - Bluetooth
OTHERS Google Pixel Buds Pro Sony WF-1000XM5
Included Accessories 3 pairs of ear tips (small, medium, large), wireless charging case Charging case, 3 sizes of noise isolation earbud tips
Compatibility iPhone, iPad, iPod, Android phone, Android tablet -
Compliant Standards IEC 60529 IPX4, IPX2 IPX4
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