Sony MDR 1000X vs. Skullcandy Stim

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Sony MDR 1000X and Skullcandy Stim. 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. Skullcandy Stim Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Sony MDR 1000X Skullcandy Stim
Product Type Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC Headphones - wired
Weight 275 g 120 g Skullcandy Stim are lighter than Sony MDR 1000X headphones.
Colour Black | Beige Blue | Black | Grey | Red
Recommended Use Portable electronics Portable electronics
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) 10 m -
SOUND QUALITY Sony MDR 1000X Skullcandy Stim
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 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 Stereo
Frequency Response 4 - 40000 Hz 20 - 20000 Hz Sony MDR 1000X offer a larger frequency range than Skullcandy Stim.
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) - <1%
Sensitivity 103 dB/mW -
Impedance 46 Ohm 32 Ohm
Max Sound Pressure - 112 dB
Diaphragm Liquid crystal polymer - 40 mm -
Magnet Material Neodymium -
MICROPHONE Sony MDR 1000X Skullcandy Stim
Type - On-cable
REMOTE CONTROL Sony MDR 1000X Skullcandy Stim
Controls Volume control Answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track
CABLE Sony MDR 1000X Skullcandy Stim
Cable Type Headphones cable - detachable - L shaped - 1.5 m Headphones cable
Cable Length 1.5 m 1.2 m
Detachable Cable Yes -
Plated Connector Gold -
BATTERY AND CHARGING Sony MDR 1000X Skullcandy Stim
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion -
Battery Life 20 hours -
Standby Time 34 hours -
Charging Time 4 hours -
WIRELESS LINK Sony MDR 1000X Skullcandy Stim
Transmission Range 10 m -
Modulation Type FHSS -
Radio Frequency Range 2.4 - 2.4835GHz -
CONNECTIONS Sony MDR 1000X Skullcandy Stim
Connector Type Bluetooth
USB
Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm)
Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole)
OTHERS Sony MDR 1000X Skullcandy Stim
Included Accessories Carrying case, USB cable, in-flight plug adapter -
Service & Support - Limited warranty - 2 years
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