JBL Reflect Contour vs. Sony WF-1000XM5

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of JBL Reflect Contour 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

JBL Reflect Contour vs. Sony WF-1000XM5 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS JBL Reflect Contour Sony WF-1000XM5
Product Type Earphones - Bluetooth - wireless True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless
Dimensions & Weight Details - Charging case: 6.46 cm x 2.65 cm x 4 cm / 39 g
Earphone: 5.9 g
Colour Blue | Black | Red | Teal Black | Silver
Protection Sweat-resistant Water-resistant
Design Sports -
Recommended Use Portable electronics Portable electronics
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) - 10 m
High-Resolution Audio - Yes
SOUND QUALITY JBL Reflect Contour Sony WF-1000XM5
Headphones Form Factor In-ear - over-the-ear mount In-ear
Headphones Technology Dynamic Dynamic
Bone Conduction Technology - Yes
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless
Wireless Technology Bluetooth Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 4.0 Bluetooth 5.3 Sony WF-1000XM5 have a more advanced version of Bluetooth than JBL Reflect Contour.
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 10 - 22000 Hz 20 - 40000 Hz Sony WF-1000XM5 offer a larger frequency range than JBL Reflect Contour.
Diaphragm 5.8 mm 8.4 mm Sony WF-1000XM5 have a thicker diaphragm than JBL Reflect Contour.
Features - Precise Voice Pickup Technology, Google Fast Pair, Quick Attention function
MICROPHONE JBL Reflect Contour Sony WF-1000XM5
Form Factor - Built-in
Type On-cable -
REMOTE CONTROL JBL Reflect Contour Sony WF-1000XM5
Controls Volume control, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track, 3-button remote -
CABLE JBL Reflect Contour Sony WF-1000XM5
Cable Type Micro-USB charge cable USB-C charge cable - detachable - 20 cm
FEATURES JBL Reflect Contour 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 JBL Reflect Contour Sony WF-1000XM5
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion Headphone battery rechargeable - wireless charging
Battery Capacity 120 mAh -
Battery Life 8 hours 12 hour(s) Sony WF-1000XM5 lasts longer on a single charge than the JBL Reflect Contour.
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
Wireless Charging Standards - Qi
WIRELESS LINK JBL Reflect Contour Sony WF-1000XM5
Radio Frequency Range 2.402 - 2.480GHz -
CONNECTIONS JBL Reflect Contour Sony WF-1000XM5
Connector Type - Bluetooth
OTHERS JBL Reflect Contour Sony WF-1000XM5
Included Accessories 3 pairs of ear tips (small, medium, large) Charging case, 3 sizes of noise isolation earbud tips
Compliant Standards - IPX4
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