Sony WF-1000X vs. Bose QuietComfort

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Sony WF-1000X and Bose QuietComfort. 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 WF-1000X vs. Bose QuietComfort Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Sony WF-1000X Bose QuietComfort
Product Type True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless
Height 4.26 cm -
Width 10.3 cm -
Depth 2.45 cm -
Weight 6.8 g -
Dimensions & Weight Details Charging case: 10.3 cm x 4.26 cm x 2.45 cm / 70 g
Headphones: 6.8 g
Earbud: 2.59 cm x 2.69 cm x 3.91 cm / 8.5 g
Charging case: 8.89 cm x 5.08 cm x 3.18 cm
Colour Gold | Black Blue stone | Triple black | Soapstone
Body Material - Plastic, polymer
Protection - Sweat-resistant, IPX4, water-resistant
Design - Sports
Recommended Use Portable electronics Portable electronics
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) 10 m 9.144 m Sony WF-1000X have a greater operating distance than Bose QuietComfort.
SOUND QUALITY Sony WF-1000X Bose QuietComfort
Headphones Form Factor In-ear In-ear
Headphones Technology Dynamic -
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless
Wireless Technology Bluetooth Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 4.1 Bluetooth 5.1 Bose QuietComfort have a more advanced version of Bluetooth than Sony WF-1000X.
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 SBC, AAC
Active Noise Cancelling Yes Yes Both headphones are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Active Noise Cancelling Technology - Acoustic Noise Cancelling
Noise Isolating - Yes Bose QuietComfort are equipped with a noise isolating function.
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Frequency Response 20 - 20000 Hz -
Diaphragm 6 mm -
Magnet Material Neodymium -
Features - ActiveSense technology, Aware Mode
MICROPHONE Sony WF-1000X Bose QuietComfort
Form Factor Built-in Built-in
Microphone Technology Electret condenser -
Microphone Operation Mode Omni-directional -
Noise Cancelling - Yes Bose QuietComfort microphone can cancel out ambient noise.
Frequency Response 50 - 8000 Hz -
Microphones Included - 4
REMOTE CONTROL Sony WF-1000X Bose QuietComfort
Controls Noise-cancellation suspend button Volume, answer/end, play/pause, reject call, ANC mode
CABLE Sony WF-1000X Bose QuietComfort
Cable Type USB cable USB-C charge cable - detachable - 30.5 cm
FEATURES Sony WF-1000X Bose QuietComfort
Features - Touch control
BATTERY AND CHARGING Sony WF-1000X Bose QuietComfort
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion 2 x headphone battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion - - wireless charging
Battery Capacity - 122 mAh
Battery Life 3 hour(s) 6 hour(s) Bose QuietComfort lasts longer on a single charge than the Sony WF-1000X.
Battery Life Details Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON): up to 3 hours
Continuous playback (noise cancelling OFF): up to 3 hours
Standby (noise cancelling ON): up to 8 hours
Standby (noise cancelling OFF): up to 35 hours
Continuous playback: up to 6 hours
Continuous playback (with included charging case): up to 18 hours
Standby Time 35 hours -
Wireless Charging Standards - Qi
Charging Time 1.5 hour(s) 2 hours Sony WF-1000X recharge faster than Sony WF-1000X.
Included Qty - 2
WIRELESS LINK Sony WF-1000X Bose QuietComfort
Radio Frequency Range 2.4 - 2.4835GHz -
OTHERS Sony WF-1000X Bose QuietComfort
Included Accessories Charging case, 4 pairs of long hybrid silicone rubber earbuds (SS, S, M, L), 2 pairs of Fitting Supporters, 3 pairs of Triple-Comfort Earbuds 3 pairs of ear tips, wireless charging case
Compatibility iPhone, iPod, Android phone -
Compliant Standards - IPX4
Service & Support - Limited warranty - 1 year
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