Sony WF-1000XM3 vs. Cambridge Audio Melomania 1+

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Sony WF-1000XM3 and Cambridge Audio Melomania 1+. 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. Cambridge Audio Melomania 1+ Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Sony WF-1000XM3 Cambridge Audio Melomania 1+
Product Type True wireless earphones - Bluetooth / 2.4 GHz radio frequency - wireless - NFC True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless
Weight 17 g -
Dimensions & Weight Details Earbud: 8.5 g
Charging case: 77 g
Earphone: 2.7 cm x 1.5 cm 4.6 g
Charging case: 5.9 cm x 2.2 cm x 5 cm / 37 g
Colour Black | Silver Matte black
Protection - Splashproof, IPX5, water-resistant
Recommended Use Portable electronics Portable electronics
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) 10 m -
SOUND QUALITY Sony WF-1000XM3 Cambridge Audio Melomania 1+
Headphones Form Factor In-ear In-ear
Headphones Technology Dynamic Dynamic
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless
Wireless Technology Bluetooth / 2.4 GHz radio frequency Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 5.0 Bluetooth 5.0 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), Serial Copy Management System (SCMS-T) 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, aptX
Active Noise Cancelling Yes - Sony WF-1000XM3 are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Sound Output Mode - Stereo
Sound Effects Digital Sound Enhancement Engine HX (DSEE HX) -
Frequency Response 20 - 20000 Hz 20 - 20000 Hz Both headphones offer the same frequency response.
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) - <0.04%
Diaphragm 6 mm Graphene - 5.8 mm Sony WF-1000XM3 have a thicker diaphragm than Cambridge Audio Melomania 1+.
Magnet Material Neodymium -
Features - Voice control
MICROPHONE Sony WF-1000XM3 Cambridge Audio Melomania 1+
Form Factor Built-in Built-in
Noise Cancelling - Yes Cambridge Audio Melomania 1+ microphone can cancel out ambient noise.
Noise Cancelling Technology - cVc (clear Voice capture) by Qualcomm
Frequency Response - 100 - 8000 Hz
REMOTE CONTROL Sony WF-1000XM3 Cambridge Audio Melomania 1+
Controls Noise-cancellation suspend button -
CABLE Sony WF-1000XM3 Cambridge Audio Melomania 1+
Cable Type USB-C charge cable - detachable - 20 cm USB-C charge cable
FEATURES Sony WF-1000XM3 Cambridge Audio Melomania 1+
Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible - Yes
Intelligent Assistant - Siri, Google Assistant
BATTERY AND CHARGING Sony WF-1000XM3 Cambridge Audio Melomania 1+
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable Headphone battery rechargeable
Battery Life 8 hour(s) 9 hour(s) Cambridge Audio Melomania 1+ lasts longer on a single charge than the Sony WF-1000XM3.
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: up to 9 hours
Continuous playback (with included charging case): up to 50 hours
Standby Time 15 hours -
Charging Time 1.5 hour(s) 2 hour(s) Sony WF-1000XM3 recharge faster than Sony WF-1000XM3.
CONNECTIONS Sony WF-1000XM3 Cambridge Audio Melomania 1+
Connector Type Bluetooth
USB (power only) (USB Type-C)
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OTHERS Sony WF-1000XM3 Cambridge Audio Melomania 1+
Included Accessories Charging case Charging case, 4 silicone ear tips (small), 4 silicone ear tips (medium), 4 silicone ear tips (large), 4 memory foam ear tips (medium), 4 memory foam ear tips (large)
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