Sony WF-1000X vs. Xiaomi Redmi Buds 3

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Sony WF-1000X and Xiaomi Redmi Buds 3. 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. Xiaomi Redmi Buds 3 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Sony WF-1000X Xiaomi Redmi Buds 3
Product Type True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless
Height 4.26 cm 1.69 cm
Width 10.3 cm 4.07 cm
Depth 2.45 cm 1.87 cm
Weight 6.8 g 4.5 g Xiaomi Redmi Buds 3 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
Earphone: 4.07 cm x 1.87 cm x 1.69 cm / 4.5 g
Charging case: 4.96 cm x 2.44 cm x 4.96 cm
Colour Gold | Black White
Protection - Spill-resistant
Recommended Use Portable electronics 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 Xiaomi Redmi Buds 3
Headphones Form Factor In-ear Ear-bud
Headphones Technology Dynamic -
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless
Wireless Technology Bluetooth Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 4.1 Bluetooth 5.2 Xiaomi Redmi Buds 3 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.
Sound Output Mode Stereo -
Frequency Response 20 - 20000 Hz -
Diaphragm 6 mm 12 mm Xiaomi Redmi Buds 3 have a thicker diaphragm than Sony WF-1000X.
Magnet Material Neodymium -
Features - QuickPair Function, built-in Qualcomm QCC3040 chip
MICROPHONE Sony WF-1000X Xiaomi Redmi Buds 3
Form Factor Built-in Built-in
Microphone Technology Electret condenser -
Microphone Operation Mode Omni-directional -
Noise Cancelling - Yes Xiaomi Redmi Buds 3 microphone can cancel out ambient noise.
Noise Cancelling Technology - cVc (clear Voice capture) by Qualcomm
Frequency Response 50 - 8000 Hz -
Microphones Included - 2
REMOTE CONTROL Sony WF-1000X Xiaomi Redmi Buds 3
Controls Noise-cancellation suspend button Play/pause, next/previous track, answer call
CABLE Sony WF-1000X Xiaomi Redmi Buds 3
Cable Type USB cable USB-C charge cable - detachable
BATTERY AND CHARGING Sony WF-1000X Xiaomi Redmi Buds 3
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion Headphone battery rechargeable - lithium polymer
Battery Capacity - 35 mAh
Battery Life 3 hour(s) 5 hour(s) Xiaomi Redmi Buds 3 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 5 hours
Continuous playback (with included charging case): up to 20 hours
Standby Time 35 hours -
Charging Time 1.5 hour(s) -
WIRELESS LINK Sony WF-1000X Xiaomi Redmi Buds 3
Radio Frequency Range 2.4 - 2.4835GHz -
CONNECTIONS Sony WF-1000X Xiaomi Redmi Buds 3
Connector Type - USB (power only) (USB Type-C)
OTHERS Sony WF-1000X Xiaomi Redmi Buds 3
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 (310 mAh)
Compatibility iPhone, iPod, Android phone -
Compliant Standards - IP54
Service & Support - Limited warranty - 2 years
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