Sony MDR 1000X vs. Poly EncorePro 720D

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Sony MDR 1000X and Poly EncorePro 720D. 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. Poly EncorePro 720D Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Sony MDR 1000X Poly EncorePro 720D
Product Type Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC Headset - wired - USB-A
Series - EncorePro 700 Series
Weight 275 g 78 g Poly EncorePro 720D are lighter than Sony MDR 1000X headphones.
Colour Black | Beige Black
Earpad Material - Artificial leather
Recommended Use Portable electronics -
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) 10 m -
SOUND QUALITY Sony MDR 1000X Poly EncorePro 720D
Headphones Form Factor Full size On-ear binaural
Headphones Technology Dynamic -
Ear Cups Type Closed -
Foldable Yes - Sony MDR 1000X can be folded.
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wired
Wireless Technology 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 - Sony MDR 1000X are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Sound Output Mode Stereo -
Frequency Response 4 - 40000 Hz -
Sensitivity 103 dB/mW -
Impedance 46 Ohm -
Diaphragm Liquid crystal polymer - 40 mm 28 mm Sony MDR 1000X have a thicker diaphragm than Poly EncorePro 720D.
Magnet Material Neodymium -
Features - SoundGuard Technology
MICROPHONE Sony MDR 1000X Poly EncorePro 720D
Type - Boom
Microphone Operation Mode - Omni-directional
Noise Cancelling - Yes Poly EncorePro 720D microphone can cancel out ambient noise.
Noise Cancelling Technology - Passive noise cancellation (PNC)
Frequency Response - 100 - 6800 Hz
REMOTE CONTROL Sony MDR 1000X Poly EncorePro 720D
Controls Volume control -
CABLE Sony MDR 1000X Poly EncorePro 720D
Cable Type Headphones cable - detachable - L shaped - 1.5 m -
Cable Length 1.5 m 89 cm
Detachable Cable Yes -
Plated Connector Gold -
FEATURES Sony MDR 1000X Poly EncorePro 720D
Features - Quick Disconnect, 290° rotatable microphone, boom mic length 120-145 mm
BATTERY AND CHARGING Sony MDR 1000X Poly EncorePro 720D
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion -
Battery Life 20 hours -
Standby Time 34 hours -
Charging Time 4 hours -
WIRELESS LINK Sony MDR 1000X Poly EncorePro 720D
Transmission Range 10 m -
Modulation Type FHSS -
Radio Frequency Range 2.4 - 2.4835GHz -
CONNECTIONS Sony MDR 1000X Poly EncorePro 720D
Connector Type Bluetooth
USB
Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm)
USB (USB Type-A)
OTHERS Sony MDR 1000X Poly EncorePro 720D
Included Accessories Carrying case, USB cable, in-flight plug adapter -
TAA Compliant - Yes
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