Skullcandy Method ANC vs. Sony WI-1000XM2

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Skullcandy Method ANC and Sony WI-1000XM2. 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.

Headphones Specifications Comparison

Skullcandy Method ANC vs. Sony WI-1000XM2 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Skullcandy Method ANC Sony WI-1000XM2
Product Type Earphones - Bluetooth - wireless Earphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC
Weight 16.6 g 58 g Skullcandy Method ANC are lighter than Skullcandy Method ANC headphones.
Colour Black Black | Silver
Protection Sweat-resistant, IPX4, water-resistant -
Recommended Use - Portable electronics
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) - 10 m
High-Resolution Audio - Yes
SOUND QUALITY Skullcandy Method ANC Sony WI-1000XM2
Headphones Form Factor In-ear In-ear - neckband
Headphones Technology - Balanced armature / dynamic
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless
Wireless Technology Bluetooth Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 5.0 Bluetooth 5.0 Both headphones have the same Bluetooth version.
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, LDAC
Active Noise Cancelling Yes Yes Both headphones are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Active Noise Cancelling Technology - Digital Noise Cancelling technology (DNC)
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Sound Effects - Digital Sound Enhancement Engine HX (DSEE HX), S-Master HX
Frequency Response 20 - 20000 Hz 3 - 40000 Hz Sony WI-1000XM2 offer a larger frequency range than Skullcandy Method ANC.
Sensitivity - 101 dB/mW
Impedance 16 Ohm 22 Ohm
Max Sound Pressure 101 dB -
Diaphragm 9.2 mm 9 mm Skullcandy Method ANC have a thicker diaphragm than Sony WI-1000XM2.
In-Cord Volume Control Yes -
MICROPHONE Skullcandy Method ANC Sony WI-1000XM2
Form Factor - Built-in
Type On-cable -
REMOTE CONTROL Skullcandy Method ANC Sony WI-1000XM2
Controls Volume, on/off, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track, voice assistant Volume, noise-cancellation suspend button
CABLE Skullcandy Method ANC Sony WI-1000XM2
Cable Type - Headphones cable - detachable - OFC - L shaped - 1 m
USB charge cable
Cable Length - 1 m
Detachable Cable - Yes
Plated Connector - Gold
FEATURES Skullcandy Method ANC Sony WI-1000XM2
Features - Vibrating call alert
Intelligent Assistant - Google Assistant
BATTERY AND CHARGING Skullcandy Method ANC Sony WI-1000XM2
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable Headphone battery rechargeable
Battery Life 6 hour(s) 13 hour(s) Sony WI-1000XM2 lasts longer on a single charge than the Skullcandy Method ANC.
Battery Life Details - Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON): up to 10 hours
Continuous playback (noise cancelling OFF): up to 13 hours
Standby (noise cancelling OFF): up to 100 hours
Standby Time - 100 hours
Charging Time - 3.5 hour(s)
CONNECTIONS Skullcandy Method ANC Sony WI-1000XM2
Connector Type - Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole)
USB (power only)
OTHERS Skullcandy Method ANC Sony WI-1000XM2
Included Accessories Carrying pouch, 3 pairs of ear tips (small, medium, large), micro-USB charging cable Carrying pouch, airplane adapter, 4 pairs of hybrid earbuds (SS/S/M/L sizes), 3 pairs of Triple-Comfort Earbuds
Compatibility - iPhone, iPod, Android phone
Compliant Standards FCC Part 15, IC, IPX4 -
Service & Support Limited warranty - 2 years -
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