Sony WF-1000X vs. Sony WF-C500

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Sony WF-1000X and Sony WF-C500. 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. Sony WF-C500 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Sony WF-1000X Sony WF-C500
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 5.4 g Sony WF-C500 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: 5.4 g
Charging case: 8 cm x 3.09 cm x 3.49 cm / 35 g
Colour Gold | Black Black | Orange | Green | White
Protection - Splashproof, sweat-resistant, IPX4
Recommended Use Portable electronics -
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) 10 m 10 m The maximum operating distance of both headphones is the same.
SOUND QUALITY Sony WF-1000X Sony WF-C500
Headphones Form Factor In-ear In-ear
Headphones Technology Dynamic Dynamic
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless
Wireless Technology Bluetooth Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 4.1 Bluetooth 5.0 Sony WF-C500 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) 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 - Sony WF-1000X are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Sound Output Mode Stereo -
Sound Effects - Digital Sound Enhancement Engine (DSEE), 360 Reality Audio
Frequency Response 20 - 20000 Hz 20 - 20000 Hz Both headphones offer the same frequency response.
Diaphragm 6 mm 5.8 mm Sony WF-1000X have a thicker diaphragm than Sony WF-C500.
Magnet Material Neodymium Neodymium
MICROPHONE Sony WF-1000X Sony WF-C500
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 Sony WF-C500
Controls Noise-cancellation suspend button Volume, voice assistant
CABLE Sony WF-1000X Sony WF-C500
Cable Type USB cable USB-C charge cable - detachable
BATTERY AND CHARGING Sony WF-1000X Sony WF-C500
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion Headphone battery rechargeable
Battery Life 3 hour(s) 10 hour(s) Sony WF-C500 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 10 hours
Continuous talk: up to 5 hours
Standby Time 35 hours -
Charging Time 1.5 hour(s) 2.5 hour(s) Sony WF-1000X recharge faster than Sony WF-1000X.
WIRELESS LINK Sony WF-1000X Sony WF-C500
Radio Frequency Range 2.4 - 2.4835GHz -
CONNECTIONS Sony WF-1000X Sony WF-C500
Connector Type - USB (power only) (USB Type-C)
OTHERS Sony WF-1000X Sony WF-C500
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
Compatibility iPhone, iPod, Android phone Windows
Service & Support - Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year
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