In depth comparison and review of Skullcandy HESH 3 and Sony WH-1000XM4. Compare design, audio features, functions and other important specifications to easily choose the right headphones for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the headphones that will best fit your needs.
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | Skullcandy HESH 3 | Sony WH-1000XM4 |
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Product Type | Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless | Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless, wired - NFC - 3.5 mm jack | |
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Height | - | 25.2 cm | |
Width | - | 7.7 cm | |
Length | - | 18.5 cm | |
Weight | 200 g | 520 g | Skullcandy HESH 3 are lighter than Skullcandy HESH 3 headphones. |
Colour | Red | Blue | Black | Grey | White/crimson | Psycho tropical | White | Black | Silver | Midnight blue | |
Earpad Material | Memory foam | Urethane foam | |
Recommended Use | - | Portable electronics | |
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) | - | 10 m | |
High-Resolution Audio | - | Yes |
SOUND QUALITY | Skullcandy HESH 3 | Sony WH-1000XM4 |
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Headphones Form Factor | Full size | Full size | |
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Headphones Technology | - | Dynamic | |
Ear Cups Type | - | Closed | |
Foldable | Yes | Yes | Both headphones can be folded. |
Connectivity Technology | Wireless | Wireless, wired | |
Wireless Technology | Bluetooth | Bluetooth | |
Bluetooth Version | - | Bluetooth 5.0 | |
Bluetooth Profiles | - | Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP), Serial Copy Management System (SCMS-T) | |
Bluetooth Audio Codec | - | SBC, AAC, LDAC | |
Active Noise Cancelling | - | Yes | Sony WH-1000XM4 are equipped with active noice cancellation. |
Active Noise Cancelling Technology | - | Ambient Sound Mode / Dual Noise Sensor | |
Noise Isolating | Yes | - | Skullcandy HESH 3 are equipped with a noise isolating function. |
Sound Output Mode | Stereo | - | |
Sound Effects | - | Digital Sound Enhancement Engine Extreme (DSEE Extreme), Adaptive Sound Control, 360 Reality Audio | |
Frequency Response | 20 - 20000 Hz | - | |
Impedance | 32 Ohm | - | |
Diaphragm | 40 mm | Aluminium coated LCP - 40 mm | Both headphones are designed with same thick diaphragm. |
Simultaneously Connectable Devices Qty (Multipoint) | - | 2 | Sony WH-1000XM4 have the ability to connect to multiple devices simultaneously. |
Magnet Material | - | Neodymium | |
Features | - | HD Noise Canceling Processor QN1, Speak-to-chat technology, Precise Voice Pickup Technology, Quick Attention function, CCAW coil, Smart Listening Technology, Personal Noise Cancelling Optimiser, Atmospheric Pressure Optimising |
MICROPHONE | Skullcandy HESH 3 | Sony WH-1000XM4 |
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Form Factor | Built-in | Built-in | |
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Microphones Included | - | 5 |
REMOTE CONTROL | Skullcandy HESH 3 | Sony WH-1000XM4 |
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Controls | Volume control, answer/end, next/previous track | Volume control, ANC on/off |
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CABLE | Skullcandy HESH 3 | Sony WH-1000XM4 |
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Cable Type | Headphones cable - detachable Micro-USB to USB power cable - detachable |
USB-C charge cable - detachable Audio cable - OFC - L shaped / mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm - 1.2 m |
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Detachable Cable | - | Yes |
FEATURES | Skullcandy HESH 3 | Sony WH-1000XM4 |
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Features | - | Touch control | |
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Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible | - | Yes | |
Intelligent Assistant | - | Google Assistant, Alexa | |
Sensors | - | Proximity sensor, touch sensor | |
Additional Functions | - | Touch panel |
BATTERY AND CHARGING | Skullcandy HESH 3 | Sony WH-1000XM4 |
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Battery Type | Headphone battery Lithium Ion | Headphone battery rechargeable | |
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Battery Life | 22 hours | 38 hour(s) | Sony WH-1000XM4 lasts longer on a single charge than the Skullcandy HESH 3. |
Battery Life Details | - | Continuous playback (active noise-cancelling on): up to 30 hours Continuous playback (active noise-cancelling off): up to 38 hours |
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Standby Time | - | 200 hours | |
Charging Time | - | 3 hour(s) | |
Included Qty | - | 1 |
CONNECTIONS | Skullcandy HESH 3 | Sony WH-1000XM4 |
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Connector Type | Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole) | USB (power only) Bluetooth Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm) |
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OTHERS | Skullcandy HESH 3 | Sony WH-1000XM4 |
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Included Accessories | - | Carrying case, in-flight plug adapter, headphones cable (1.2 m), USB-C cable (0.2m) | |
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Service & Support | Limited warranty - 2 years | Limited warranty - parts - 1 year Limited warranty - labour - 90 days |