Panasonic RP-HF100ME vs. Sony WH-1000XM3

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Panasonic RP-HF100ME and Sony WH-1000XM3. 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

Panasonic RP-HF100ME vs. Sony WH-1000XM3 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Panasonic RP-HF100ME Sony WH-1000XM3
Product Type Headphones - wired - 3.5 mm jack Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC - 3.5 mm jack
Height - 26.5 cm
Width - 18.6 cm
Depth - 2.93 cm
Weight 138 g 255 g Panasonic RP-HF100ME are lighter than Panasonic RP-HF100ME headphones.
Colour - Black | Silver
Recommended Use Portable electronics Portable electronics
High-Resolution Audio - Yes
SOUND QUALITY Panasonic RP-HF100ME Sony WH-1000XM3
Headphones Form Factor On-ear Full size
Ear Cups Type - Closed
Foldable Yes - Panasonic RP-HF100ME 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 Sony WH-1000XM3 are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Active Noise Cancelling Technology - Digital Noise Cancelling technology (DNC)
Volume Limiting Function - Yes
Sound Output Mode Stereo -
Sound Effects - Digital Sound Enhancement Engine HX (DSEE HX)
Frequency Response 10 - 23000 Hz 4 - 40000 Hz Sony WH-1000XM3 offer a larger frequency range than Panasonic RP-HF100ME.
Max Input Power 1000 mW -
Sensitivity 103 dB/mW 104.5 dB/mW Sony WH-1000XM3 have higher sensitivity than Panasonic RP-HF100ME.
Impedance 26 Ohm 16 Ohm
Diaphragm 30 mm Aluminium coated LCP - 40 mm Sony WH-1000XM3 have a thicker diaphragm than Panasonic RP-HF100ME.
Magnet Material Neodymium Neodymium
MICROPHONE Panasonic RP-HF100ME Sony WH-1000XM3
Type On-cable -
Noise Cancelling - Yes Sony WH-1000XM3 microphone can cancel out ambient noise.
REMOTE CONTROL Panasonic RP-HF100ME Sony WH-1000XM3
Controls Answer/end Volume, next/previous track, voice assistant, phone button
CABLE Panasonic RP-HF100ME Sony WH-1000XM3
Cable Type Headphones cable - L shaped - 1.2 m USB-C charge cable - detachable
Headphones cable - detachable - OFC - L shaped - 1.2 m
Cable Length 1.2 m 1.2 m
Detachable Cable - Yes
Plated Connector Nickel Gold
FEATURES Panasonic RP-HF100ME Sony WH-1000XM3
Intelligent Assistant - Google Assistant
Sensors - Atmospheric pressure sensor
Additional Functions - Touch panel
BATTERY AND CHARGING Panasonic RP-HF100ME Sony WH-1000XM3
Battery Type - Headphone battery rechargeable
Battery Life - 38 hour(s)
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
Standby Time - 200 hours
Charging Time - 3 hour(s)
Included Qty - 1
CONNECTIONS Panasonic RP-HF100ME Sony WH-1000XM3
Connector Type Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm) USB (power only)
Headphones
OTHERS Panasonic RP-HF100ME Sony WH-1000XM3
Included Accessories - Carrying case, airplane adapter
Compatibility iPhone, Android phone, BlackBerry -
Service & Support - Limited warranty - labour - 90 days
Limited warranty - parts - 1 year
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