Jabra Play vs. Sony WF-1000XM5

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Jabra Play 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

Jabra Play vs. Sony WF-1000XM5 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Jabra Play Sony WF-1000XM5
Product Type Earphones - Bluetooth - wireless True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless
Height 1.45 cm -
Width 1.88 cm -
Depth 6 cm -
Weight 10.6 g -
Dimensions & Weight Details Control unit: 1.88 cm x 6 cm x 1.45 cm Charging case: 6.46 cm x 2.65 cm x 4 cm / 39 g
Earphone: 5.9 g
Colour - Black | Silver
Body Material ABS plastic, polymethyl methacrylate -
Protection - Water-resistant
Recommended Use Portable electronics Portable electronics
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) 10 m 10 m The maximum operating distance of both headphones is the same.
High-Resolution Audio - Yes
SOUND QUALITY Jabra Play 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 3.0 EDR Bluetooth 5.3 Sony WF-1000XM5 have a more advanced version of Bluetooth than Jabra Play.
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), Telephony and Media Audio Profile (TMAP)
Bluetooth Audio Codec - SBC, AAC, LDAC, LC3
Active Noise Cancelling - Yes Sony WF-1000XM5 are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Active Noise Cancelling Technology - 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
Impedance 32 Ohm -
Diaphragm - 8.4 mm
Simultaneously Connectable Devices Qty (Multipoint) 2 - Jabra Play have the ability to connect to multiple devices simultaneously.
Features - Precise Voice Pickup Technology, Google Fast Pair, Quick Attention function
MICROPHONE Jabra Play Sony WF-1000XM5
Form Factor Built-in Built-in
Microphone Operation Mode Omni-directional -
Frequency Response 300 - 3000 Hz -
Audio Input Details Omni-directional - 300 - 3000 Hz -
Sensitivity 14 dB SLR -
REMOTE CONTROL Jabra Play Sony WF-1000XM5
Controls Volume, answer/end, play/pause, reject call, redial -
CABLE Jabra Play Sony WF-1000XM5
Cable Type - USB-C charge cable - detachable - 20 cm
FEATURES Jabra Play 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 Jabra Play Sony WF-1000XM5
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable Headphone battery rechargeable - wireless charging
Battery Life 6 hour(s) 12 hour(s) Sony WF-1000XM5 lasts longer on a single charge than the Jabra Play.
Battery Life Details - 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
Standby Time 192 hours -
Power Device Power adapter - external -
Wireless Charging Standards - Qi
Voltage Required AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) -
Charging Time 2 hour(s) -
WIRELESS LINK Jabra Play Sony WF-1000XM5
Transmission Range 10 m -
CONNECTIONS Jabra Play Sony WF-1000XM5
Connector Type Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm)
USB (5 pin Micro-USB Type B)
Bluetooth
OTHERS Jabra Play Sony WF-1000XM5
Included Accessories AC power adaptor, 2 EarGels ear tips Charging case, 3 sizes of noise isolation earbud tips
Compliant Standards GOST, IC, FCC, RoHS, REACH IPX4
Service & Support Limited warranty - 1 year -
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