In depth comparison and review of Sony WF-1000X and Google Pixel Buds A-Series. Compare design, audio features, functions and other important specifications to easily choose the right headphones for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the headphones that will best fit your needs.
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | Sony WF-1000X | Google Pixel Buds A-Series |
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Product Type | True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC | True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless | |
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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: 2.93 cm x 1.75 cm x 2.07 cm / 5.1 g Charging case: 4.7 cm x 2.5 cm x 6.3 cm / 42.5 g |
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Colour | Gold | Black | Dark olive | Clearly white | |
Protection | - | Sweat-resistant, water-resistant | |
Recommended Use | Portable electronics | Portable electronics | |
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) | 10 m | - |
SOUND QUALITY | Sony WF-1000X | Google Pixel Buds A-Series |
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Headphones Form Factor | In-ear | In-ear | |
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Headphones Technology | Dynamic | Dynamic | |
Connectivity Technology | Wireless | Wireless | |
Wireless Technology | Bluetooth | Bluetooth | |
Bluetooth Version | Bluetooth 4.1 | Bluetooth 5.0 | Google Pixel Buds A-Series 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 | - | |
Active Noise Cancelling | Yes | - | Sony WF-1000X are equipped with active noice cancellation. |
Noise Isolating | - | Yes | Google Pixel Buds A-Series are equipped with a noise isolating function. |
Sound Output Mode | Stereo | Stereo | |
Frequency Response | 20 - 20000 Hz | - | |
Diaphragm | 6 mm | 12 mm | Google Pixel Buds A-Series have a thicker diaphragm than Sony WF-1000X. |
Magnet Material | Neodymium | - |
MICROPHONE | Sony WF-1000X | Google Pixel Buds A-Series |
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Form Factor | Built-in | Built-in | |
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Microphone Technology | Electret condenser | - | |
Microphone Operation Mode | Omni-directional | Beamforming | |
Frequency Response | 50 - 8000 Hz | - |
REMOTE CONTROL | Sony WF-1000X | Google Pixel Buds A-Series |
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Controls | Noise-cancellation suspend button | - |
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CABLE | Sony WF-1000X | Google Pixel Buds A-Series |
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Cable Type | USB cable | - |
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FEATURES | Sony WF-1000X | Google Pixel Buds A-Series |
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Sensors | - | Proximity sensor, hall sensor, motion-detecting accelerometer |
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BATTERY AND CHARGING | Sony WF-1000X | Google Pixel Buds A-Series |
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Battery Type | Headphone battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion | Headphone battery rechargeable | |
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Battery Life | 3 hour(s) | 5 hour(s) | Google Pixel Buds A-Series 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 talk: up to 2.5 hours Continuous talk (with included charging case): up to 12 hours Continuous playback: up to 5 hours Continuous playback (with included charging case): up to 24 hours |
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Standby Time | 35 hours | - | |
Charging Time | 1.5 hour(s) | - |
WIRELESS LINK | Sony WF-1000X | Google Pixel Buds A-Series |
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Radio Frequency Range | 2.4 - 2.4835GHz | - |
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OTHERS | Sony WF-1000X | Google Pixel Buds A-Series |
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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 | - | |
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Compatibility | iPhone, iPod, Android phone | - |