Samsung Galaxy Buds+ vs. Sony WF-1000XM5

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Samsung Galaxy Buds+ 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

Samsung Galaxy Buds+ vs. Sony WF-1000XM5 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Samsung Galaxy Buds+ Sony WF-1000XM5
Product Type True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless
Height 1.92 cm -
Width 1.75 cm -
Depth 2.25 cm -
Weight 6.3 g -
Dimensions & Weight Details Earbud: 1.75 cm x 2.25 cm x 1.92 cm / 6.3 g
Charging case: 7 cm x 3.88 cm x 2.65 cm / 39.6 g
Charging case: 6.46 cm x 2.65 cm x 4 cm / 39 g
Earphone: 5.9 g
Colour B.Purple | Blue | White | Black | Red Black | Silver
Protection - Water-resistant
Recommended Use Portable electronics Portable electronics
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) - 10 m
High-Resolution Audio - Yes
SOUND QUALITY Samsung Galaxy Buds+ 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 5.0 Bluetooth 5.3 Sony WF-1000XM5 have a more advanced version of Bluetooth than Samsung Galaxy Buds+.
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, Samsung Scalable 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 Effects - Digital Sound Enhancement Engine Extreme (DSEE Extreme), Ambient Sound Mode, 360 Reality Audio
Frequency Response - 20 - 40000 Hz
Diaphragm - 8.4 mm
Features Ambient Aware Precise Voice Pickup Technology, Google Fast Pair, Quick Attention function
MICROPHONE Samsung Galaxy Buds+ Sony WF-1000XM5
Form Factor Built-in Built-in
Microphones Included 2 -
CABLE Samsung Galaxy Buds+ Sony WF-1000XM5
Cable Type USB-C charge cable - detachable USB-C charge cable - detachable - 20 cm
FEATURES Samsung Galaxy Buds+ Sony WF-1000XM5
Features Touch control -
Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible - Yes
Voice Control - Indirect
Intelligent Assistant Bixby Google Assistant, Alexa
Sensors Accelerometer, proximity sensor, hall sensor, touch sensor Head tracking sensor, bone sensor
BATTERY AND CHARGING Samsung Galaxy Buds+ Sony WF-1000XM5
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable - wireless charging Headphone battery rechargeable - wireless charging
Battery Capacity 85 mAh -
Battery Life 11 hour(s) 12 hour(s) Sony WF-1000XM5 lasts longer on a single charge than the Samsung Galaxy Buds+.
Battery Life Details Standby: up to 22 hours
Continuous playback: up to 11 hours
Continuous talk: up to 15 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
Standby Time 22 hours -
Wireless Charging Standards Qi Qi
CONNECTIONS Samsung Galaxy Buds+ Sony WF-1000XM5
Connector Type Bluetooth
USB (power only) (24 pin USB-C)
Bluetooth
OTHERS Samsung Galaxy Buds+ Sony WF-1000XM5
Included Accessories 3 pairs of ear tips, 3 pairs of secure fit wingtips, charging case (270 mAh), 7 BTS photo cards, Smart Buds+ Cover Charging case, 3 sizes of noise isolation earbud tips
Compliant Standards - IPX4
Other projects: