Sony WF-1000XM3 vs. Google Pixel Buds Pro

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Sony WF-1000XM3 and Google Pixel Buds Pro. 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. Google Pixel Buds Pro Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Sony WF-1000XM3 Google Pixel Buds Pro
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
Earbud: 2.203 cm x 2.233 cm x 2.372 cm / 6.2 g
Charging case with earphones: 5 cm x 2.5 cm x 6.32 cm / 62.4 g
Colour Black | Silver Fog | Charcoal
Protection - Sweat-resistant, water-resistant
Recommended Use Portable electronics Portable electronics
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) 10 m -
SOUND QUALITY Sony WF-1000XM3 Google Pixel Buds Pro
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) -
Bluetooth Audio Codec SBC, AAC -
Active Noise Cancelling Yes Yes Both headphones are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Active Noise Cancelling Technology - Google Silent Seal
Sound Output Mode - Stereo
Sound Effects Digital Sound Enhancement Engine HX (DSEE HX) -
Equaliser - 5-band
Frequency Response 20 - 20000 Hz -
Diaphragm 6 mm 11 mm Google Pixel Buds Pro have a thicker diaphragm than Sony WF-1000XM3.
Magnet Material Neodymium -
MICROPHONE Sony WF-1000XM3 Google Pixel Buds Pro
Form Factor Built-in Built-in
Microphone Operation Mode - Beamforming
Microphones Included - 6
REMOTE CONTROL Sony WF-1000XM3 Google Pixel Buds Pro
Controls Noise-cancellation suspend button Volume control, play/pause, answer call, ANC mode
CABLE Sony WF-1000XM3 Google Pixel Buds Pro
Cable Type USB-C charge cable - detachable - 20 cm -
FEATURES Sony WF-1000XM3 Google Pixel Buds Pro
Features - Wind-blocking mesh covers, active in-ear pressure relief
Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible - Yes
Intelligent Assistant - Google Assistant
Sensors - Proximity sensor, hall sensor, motion-detecting accelerometer, touch sensor, gyroscope, voice accelerometer
Additional Functions - Transparency mode
BATTERY AND CHARGING Sony WF-1000XM3 Google Pixel Buds Pro
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable Headphone battery rechargeable - wireless charging
Battery Life 8 hour(s) -
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 (noise cancelling OFF): up to 11 hours
Continuous playback (noise cancelling OFF / with included charging case): up to 31 hours
Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON): up to 7 hours
Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON / with included charging case): up to 20 hours
Continuous playback (with 5 min charge / noise cancelling ON): up to 1 hour
Continuous playback (with 15 min charge / noise cancelling ON): up to 3 hours
Standby Time 15 hours -
Wireless Charging Standards - Qi
Charging Time 1.5 hour(s) -
CONNECTIONS Sony WF-1000XM3 Google Pixel Buds Pro
Connector Type Bluetooth
USB (power only) (USB Type-C)
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OTHERS Sony WF-1000XM3 Google Pixel Buds Pro
Included Accessories Charging case 3 pairs of ear tips (small, medium, large), wireless charging case
Compatibility - iPhone, iPad, iPod, Android phone, Android tablet
Compliant Standards - IEC 60529 IPX4, IPX2
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