Sony MDR 1000X vs. Microsoft Surface Headphones

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Sony MDR 1000X and Microsoft Surface Headphones. 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

Sony MDR 1000X vs. Microsoft Surface Headphones Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Sony MDR 1000X Microsoft Surface Headphones
Product Type Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - 3.5 mm jack, USB-C
Height - 20.4 cm
Width - 19.5 cm
Depth - 4.8 cm
Weight 275 g 290.3 g Sony MDR 1000X are lighter than Sony MDR 1000X headphones.
Colour Black | Beige Light grey
Recommended Use Portable electronics -
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) 10 m -
SOUND QUALITY Sony MDR 1000X Microsoft Surface Headphones
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
Headphones Technology Dynamic -
Ear Cups Type Closed -
Foldable Yes - Sony MDR 1000X can be folded.
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless
Wireless Technology Bluetooth Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 4.1 -
Bluetooth Profiles Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP), Low Complexity Subband Coding (SBC) -
Active Noise Cancelling Yes Yes Both headphones are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Frequency Response 4 - 40000 Hz 20 - 20000 Hz Sony MDR 1000X offer a larger frequency range than Microsoft Surface Headphones.
Sensitivity 103 dB/mW -
Impedance 46 Ohm -
Max Sound Pressure - 115 dB
Diaphragm Liquid crystal polymer - 40 mm 40 mm Both headphones are designed with same thick diaphragm.
Magnet Material Neodymium -
MICROPHONE Sony MDR 1000X Microsoft Surface Headphones
Form Factor - Built-in
REMOTE CONTROL Sony MDR 1000X Microsoft Surface Headphones
Controls Volume control Volume, power on/off, mute button, noise-cancellation suspend button
CABLE Sony MDR 1000X Microsoft Surface Headphones
Cable Type Headphones cable - detachable - L shaped - 1.5 m Audio cable - detachable - 1.2 m
USB-C cable - detachable - 1.5 m
Cable Length 1.5 m -
Detachable Cable Yes Yes
Plated Connector Gold -
FEATURES Sony MDR 1000X Microsoft Surface Headphones
Intelligent Assistant - Cortana
BATTERY AND CHARGING Sony MDR 1000X Microsoft Surface Headphones
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion Headphone battery rechargeable
Battery Life 20 hours 15 hour(s) Sony MDR 1000X lasts longer on a single charge than the Microsoft Surface Headphones.
Standby Time 34 hours -
Charging Time 4 hours 2 hour(s) Microsoft Surface Headphones recharge faster than Sony MDR 1000X.
WIRELESS LINK Sony MDR 1000X Microsoft Surface Headphones
Transmission Range 10 m -
Modulation Type FHSS -
Radio Frequency Range 2.4 - 2.4835GHz -
CONNECTIONS Sony MDR 1000X Microsoft Surface Headphones
Connector Type Bluetooth
USB
Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm)
Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole)
USB (USB Type-C)
OTHERS Sony MDR 1000X Microsoft Surface Headphones
Included Accessories Carrying case, USB cable, in-flight plug adapter Carrying case
Compatibility - iPhone, iPad, Android phone, Mac, Windows
Service & Support - Limited warranty - 1 year
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