Philips Fidelio T1 vs. Sony WF-1000XM5

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Philips Fidelio T1 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

Philips Fidelio T1 vs. Sony WF-1000XM5 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Philips Fidelio T1 Sony WF-1000XM5
Product Type True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless
Weight 109 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 Water-resistant Water-resistant
Recommended Use - 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 Philips Fidelio T1 Sony WF-1000XM5
Headphones Form Factor In-ear In-ear
Headphones Technology Balanced armature / dynamic Dynamic
Bone Conduction Technology - Yes
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless
Wireless Technology Bluetooth Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 5.2 Bluetooth 5.3 Sony WF-1000XM5 have a more advanced version of Bluetooth than Philips Fidelio T1.
Bluetooth Profiles Hands-Free Profile (HFP), 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 SBC, AAC, LDAC, LC3
Active Noise Cancelling Yes Yes Both headphones are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Active Noise Cancelling Technology Noise Canceling Pro+ Multi Noise Sensor technology
Sound Effects - Digital Sound Enhancement Engine Extreme (DSEE Extreme), Ambient Sound Mode, 360 Reality Audio
Frequency Response 7 - 40000 Hz 20 - 40000 Hz Philips Fidelio T1 offer a larger frequency range than Sony WF-1000XM5.
Max Input Power 5 mW -
Sensitivity 103 dB -
Impedance 16 Ohm -
Diaphragm 10 mm 8.4 mm Philips Fidelio T1 have a thicker diaphragm than Sony WF-1000XM5.
Features - Precise Voice Pickup Technology, Google Fast Pair, Quick Attention function
MICROPHONE Philips Fidelio T1 Sony WF-1000XM5
Form Factor Built-in Built-in
Microphones Included 3 -
CABLE Philips Fidelio T1 Sony WF-1000XM5
Cable Type USB-C charge cable - detachable USB-C charge cable - detachable - 20 cm
FEATURES Philips Fidelio T1 Sony WF-1000XM5
Features Touch control, fast charge, Multipoint Pairing -
Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible Yes Yes
Voice Control Indirect Indirect
Intelligent Assistant Google Assistant ready Google Assistant, Alexa
Sensors - Head tracking sensor, bone sensor
BATTERY AND CHARGING Philips Fidelio T1 Sony WF-1000XM5
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable - lithium polymer Headphone battery rechargeable - wireless charging
Battery Capacity 60 mAh -
Battery Life 13 hour(s) 12 hour(s) Philips Fidelio T1 lasts longer on a single charge than the Sony WF-1000XM5.
Battery Life Details Continuous playback (active noise-cancelling on): up to 9 hours
Continuous playback (active noise-cancelling on) (with included charging case): up to 34 hours
Continuous playback (AAC, active noise-cancelling off): up to 13 hours
Continuous playback (AAC, active noise-cancelling off) (with included charging case): up to 48 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
Charging Time 2 hour(s) -
CONNECTIONS Philips Fidelio T1 Sony WF-1000XM5
Connector Type USB (power only) (USB Type-C) Bluetooth
OTHERS Philips Fidelio T1 Sony WF-1000XM5
Included Accessories 6 pairs of ear tips, 3 pairs of Comply foam ear tips (small, medium, large), charging case (650 mAh) Charging case, 3 sizes of noise isolation earbud tips
Compatibility iPhone, iPad, Android phone, Windows, Android tablet -
Compliant Standards IPX4 IPX4
Service & Support Limited warranty - 1 year -
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