Sony MDR 1000X vs. Poly - Plantronics Backbeat Pro 2

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Sony MDR 1000X and Poly - Plantronics Backbeat Pro 2. 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 - Plantronics Backbeat Pro 2 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Sony MDR 1000X Poly - Plantronics Backbeat Pro 2
Product Type Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless
Weight 275 g 289 g Sony MDR 1000X are lighter than Sony MDR 1000X headphones.
Colour Black | Beige Black
Recommended Use Portable electronics Portable electronics
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) 10 m 100 m Poly - Plantronics Backbeat Pro 2 have a greater operating distance than Sony MDR 1000X.
SOUND QUALITY Sony MDR 1000X Poly - Plantronics Backbeat Pro 2
Headphones Form Factor Full size On-ear
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 4.0 EDR Sony MDR 1000X have a more advanced version of Bluetooth than Poly - Plantronics Backbeat Pro 2.
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) Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP)
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 Poly - Plantronics Backbeat Pro 2.
Sensitivity 103 dB/mW 93 dB Sony MDR 1000X have higher sensitivity than Poly - Plantronics Backbeat Pro 2.
Impedance 46 Ohm 32 Ohm
Diaphragm Liquid crystal polymer - 40 mm 40 mm Both headphones are designed with same thick diaphragm.
Magnet Material Neodymium -
MICROPHONE Sony MDR 1000X Poly - Plantronics Backbeat Pro 2
Form Factor - Built-in
REMOTE CONTROL Sony MDR 1000X Poly - Plantronics Backbeat Pro 2
Controls Volume control Volume, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track
CABLE Sony MDR 1000X Poly - Plantronics Backbeat Pro 2
Cable Type Headphones cable - detachable - L shaped - 1.5 m USB charge cable
Headphones cable
Cable Length 1.5 m -
Detachable Cable Yes -
Plated Connector Gold -
BATTERY AND CHARGING Sony MDR 1000X Poly - Plantronics Backbeat Pro 2
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion Headphone battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion
Battery Life 20 hours 24 hour(s) Poly - Plantronics Backbeat Pro 2 lasts longer on a single charge than the Sony MDR 1000X.
Standby Time 34 hours -
Charging Time 4 hours 3 hours Poly - Plantronics Backbeat Pro 2 recharge faster than Sony MDR 1000X.
WIRELESS LINK Sony MDR 1000X Poly - Plantronics Backbeat Pro 2
Transmission Range 10 m 100 m Poly - Plantronics Backbeat Pro 2 have greater transmission range than Sony MDR 1000X.
Modulation Type FHSS -
Radio Frequency Range 2.4 - 2.4835GHz -
CONNECTIONS Sony MDR 1000X Poly - Plantronics Backbeat Pro 2
Connector Type Bluetooth
USB
Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm)
Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole)
OTHERS Sony MDR 1000X Poly - Plantronics Backbeat Pro 2
Included Accessories Carrying case, USB cable, in-flight plug adapter Travel pouch
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