Sony WF-1000X vs. Skullcandy Indy ANC

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Sony WF-1000X and Skullcandy Indy ANC. 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. Skullcandy Indy ANC Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Sony WF-1000X Skullcandy Indy ANC
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 76 g Sony WF-1000X are lighter than Sony WF-1000X headphones.
Dimensions & Weight Details Charging case: 10.3 cm x 4.26 cm x 2.45 cm / 70 g
Headphones: 6.8 g
Earbud: 2.5 cm x 2.2 cm x 4.6 cm / 1.3 g
Charging case: 6.3 cm x 2.8 cm x 5.6 cm / 10 g
Colour Gold | Black Feisty pink | True black
Protection - Sweat-resistant, IPX4, water-resistant
Design - Sports
Recommended Use Portable electronics Game console, portable electronics, computer
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) 10 m -
SOUND QUALITY Sony WF-1000X Skullcandy Indy ANC
Headphones Form Factor In-ear In-ear
Headphones Technology Dynamic -
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless
Wireless Technology Bluetooth Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 4.1 Bluetooth 5.0 Skullcandy Indy ANC 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 Yes Both headphones are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Active Noise Cancelling Technology - Digital Active Noise Cancellation
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Frequency Response 20 - 20000 Hz 20 - 20000 Hz Both headphones offer the same frequency response.
Max Input Power - 10 mW
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) - <3%
Impedance - 32 Ohm
Max Sound Pressure - 103 dB
Diaphragm 6 mm 12 mm Skullcandy Indy ANC have a thicker diaphragm than Sony WF-1000X.
Magnet Material Neodymium NdFeB
Features - Built-in Tile Tracker
MICROPHONE Sony WF-1000X Skullcandy Indy ANC
Form Factor Built-in Built-in
Microphone Technology Electret condenser -
Microphone Operation Mode Omni-directional -
Frequency Response 50 - 8000 Hz -
REMOTE CONTROL Sony WF-1000X Skullcandy Indy ANC
Controls Noise-cancellation suspend button Power on/off, volume control, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track, pair mode, voice assistant, equaliser preset, ANC on/off, ambient
CABLE Sony WF-1000X Skullcandy Indy ANC
Cable Type USB cable USB-C charge cable - detachable - 2 m
FEATURES Sony WF-1000X Skullcandy Indy ANC
Features - Touch control, auto power on/off
Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible - Yes
Intelligent Assistant - Siri, Google Assistant, Alexa
BATTERY AND CHARGING Sony WF-1000X Skullcandy Indy ANC
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion 2 x headphone battery rechargeable - lithium polymer
Battery Capacity - 55 mAh
Battery Life 3 hour(s) 9 hour(s) Skullcandy Indy ANC 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 (noise cancelling OFF / with included charging case): up to 32 hours
Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON / with included charging case): up to 19 hours
Continuous playback (noise cancelling OFF): up to 9 hours
Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON): up to 5 hours
Standby Time 35 hours -
Charging Time 1.5 hour(s) 2 hour(s) Sony WF-1000X recharge faster than Sony WF-1000X.
Included Qty - 2
WIRELESS LINK Sony WF-1000X Skullcandy Indy ANC
Radio Frequency Range 2.4 - 2.4835GHz -
OTHERS Sony WF-1000X Skullcandy Indy ANC
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 EarGels, USB-C charging cable, wireless charging case (500 mAh), 2 pairs of stability gels (small, large)
Compatibility iPhone, iPod, Android phone -
Compliant Standards - NOM, IPX4, EAC, Directive 2014/53/EU
Service & Support - Limited warranty - 2 years
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