Sony WF-1000X vs. Microsoft Surface Earbuds

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Sony WF-1000X and Microsoft Surface Earbuds. 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.

Headphones Specifications Comparison

Sony WF-1000X vs. Microsoft Surface Earbuds Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Sony WF-1000X Microsoft Surface Earbuds
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
Charging case: 7.5 cm x 3.32 cm x 2.5 cm / 40 g
Earbud: 2.5 cm x 2.5 cm x 1.99 cm / 7.2 g
Colour Gold | Black Glacier
Protection - Waterproof, IPX4
Recommended Use Portable electronics -
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) 10 m -
SOUND QUALITY Sony WF-1000X Microsoft Surface Earbuds
Headphones Form Factor In-ear Ear-bud
Headphones Technology Dynamic -
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless
Wireless Technology Bluetooth Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 4.1 Bluetooth 4.1 Both headphones have the same Bluetooth version.
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, aptX
Active Noise Cancelling Yes - Sony WF-1000X are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Frequency Response 20 - 20000 Hz 20 - 20000 Hz Both headphones offer the same frequency response.
Diaphragm 6 mm 13.6 mm Microsoft Surface Earbuds have a thicker diaphragm than Sony WF-1000X.
Magnet Material Neodymium -
MICROPHONE Sony WF-1000X Microsoft Surface Earbuds
Form Factor Built-in Built-in
Microphone Technology Electret condenser -
Microphone Operation Mode Omni-directional -
Frequency Response 50 - 8000 Hz -
Microphones Included - 2
REMOTE CONTROL Sony WF-1000X Microsoft Surface Earbuds
Controls Noise-cancellation suspend button Volume, answer/end, next/previous track
CABLE Sony WF-1000X Microsoft Surface Earbuds
Cable Type USB cable -
BATTERY AND CHARGING Sony WF-1000X Microsoft Surface Earbuds
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion Headphone battery rechargeable
Battery Life 3 hour(s) 7 hour(s) Microsoft Surface Earbuds 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 7 hours
Continuous playback (with included charging case): up to 24 hours
Standby Time 35 hours -
Charging Time 1.5 hour(s) -
WIRELESS LINK Sony WF-1000X Microsoft Surface Earbuds
Radio Frequency Range 2.4 - 2.4835GHz -
OTHERS Sony WF-1000X Microsoft Surface Earbuds
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 Charging case, 3 pairs of silicone ear tips (small, medium, large), USB-C to USB-A cable
Compatibility iPhone, iPod, Android phone iPhone, iPad, iPod, Android phone, Windows
Service & Support - Limited warranty - 1 year
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