Sony WF-1000XM3 vs. Beats Studio Buds

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Sony WF-1000XM3 and Beats Studio Buds. 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-1000XM3 vs. Beats Studio Buds Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Sony WF-1000XM3 Beats Studio Buds
Product Type True wireless earphones - Bluetooth / 2.4 GHz radio frequency - wireless - NFC True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless
Height - 1.5 cm
Width - 1.85 cm
Depth - 2.05 cm
Weight 17 g 5 g Beats Studio Buds are lighter than Sony WF-1000XM3 headphones.
Dimensions & Weight Details Earbud: 8.5 g
Charging case: 77 g
Charging case: 5.1 cm x 7.2 cm x 2.55 cm / 48 g
Colour Black | Silver Ocean blue | Sunset pink | Moon grey | Black | White | Beats Red
Protection - Sweat-resistant, IPX4, water-resistant
Recommended Use Portable electronics Portable electronics
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) 10 m -
SOUND QUALITY Sony WF-1000XM3 Beats Studio Buds
Headphones Form Factor In-ear In-ear
Headphones Technology Dynamic -
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless
Wireless Technology Bluetooth / 2.4 GHz radio frequency Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 5.0 -
Bluetooth Profiles Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP), Serial Copy Management System (SCMS-T) -
Bluetooth Audio Codec SBC, AAC -
Active Noise Cancelling Yes Yes Both headphones are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Noise Isolating - Yes Beats Studio Buds are equipped with a noise isolating function.
Sound Output Mode - Stereo
Sound Effects Digital Sound Enhancement Engine HX (DSEE HX) -
Frequency Response 20 - 20000 Hz -
Diaphragm 6 mm -
Magnet Material Neodymium -
Features - Fast Fuel technology
MICROPHONE Sony WF-1000XM3 Beats Studio Buds
Form Factor Built-in Built-in
REMOTE CONTROL Sony WF-1000XM3 Beats Studio Buds
Controls Noise-cancellation suspend button Answer/end, next/previous track, voice assistant, ANC/transparency
CABLE Sony WF-1000XM3 Beats Studio Buds
Cable Type USB-C charge cable - detachable - 20 cm USB-C to USB-C cable
FEATURES Sony WF-1000XM3 Beats Studio Buds
Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible - Yes
Intelligent Assistant - Siri
Additional Functions - Transparency mode
BATTERY AND CHARGING Sony WF-1000XM3 Beats Studio Buds
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable Headphone battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion
Battery Life 8 hour(s) 8 hour(s) Both headphones last the same amount of time on a single charge.
Battery Life Details Continuous playback (noise cancelling OFF): up to 8 hours
Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON): up to 6 hours
Continuous talk (noise cancelling OFF): up to 4.5 hours
Continuous talk (noise cancelling ON): up to 4 hours
Standby (noise cancelling OFF): up to 15 hours
Standby (noise cancelling ON): up to 9 hours
Continuous playback (with included charging case): up to 24 hours
Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON): up to 5 hours
Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON / with included charging case): up to 15 hours
Continuous playback (noise cancelling OFF): up to 8 hours
Standby Time 15 hours -
Charging Time 1.5 hour(s) -
CONNECTIONS Sony WF-1000XM3 Beats Studio Buds
Connector Type Bluetooth
USB (power only) (USB Type-C)
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OTHERS Sony WF-1000XM3 Beats Studio Buds
Included Accessories Charging case Charging case, logo sticker, USB-C to USB-C charging cable, 3 pairs of silicone ear tips (S, M, L)
Compatibility - iPhone, iPad, iPod, Android phone, Mac, Android tablet
Compliant Standards - Bluetooth Class 1
Service & Support - Limited warranty - 1 year
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