Sony WF-1000XM3 vs. JVC HA A9T

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Sony WF-1000XM3 and JVC HA A9T. 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. JVC HA A9T Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Sony WF-1000XM3 JVC HA A9T
Product Type True wireless earphones - Bluetooth / 2.4 GHz radio frequency - wireless - NFC True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless
Weight 17 g 4.1 g JVC HA A9T are lighter than Sony WF-1000XM3 headphones.
Dimensions & Weight Details Earbud: 8.5 g
Charging case: 77 g
Charging case: 41 g
Colour Black | Silver Black, Marine Blue | Black, antracite | Black, olive green | Grey, white
Protection - Splashproof, sweat-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-1000XM3 JVC HA A9T
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 5.1 JVC HA A9T have a more advanced version of Bluetooth than Sony WF-1000XM3.
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), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP)
Bluetooth Audio Codec SBC, AAC SBC
Active Noise Cancelling Yes - Sony WF-1000XM3 are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Sound Effects Digital Sound Enhancement Engine HX (DSEE HX) -
Frequency Response 20 - 20000 Hz 20 - 20000 Hz Both headphones offer the same frequency response.
Impedance - 16 Ohm
Diaphragm 6 mm 6 mm Both headphones are designed with same thick diaphragm.
Magnet Material Neodymium Neodymium
MICROPHONE Sony WF-1000XM3 JVC HA A9T
Form Factor Built-in Built-in
REMOTE CONTROL Sony WF-1000XM3 JVC HA A9T
Controls Noise-cancellation suspend button Voice assistant
CABLE Sony WF-1000XM3 JVC HA A9T
Cable Type USB-C charge cable - detachable - 20 cm USB-C cable - detachable
FEATURES Sony WF-1000XM3 JVC HA A9T
Features - Touch control, auto power on/off
Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible - Yes
BATTERY AND CHARGING Sony WF-1000XM3 JVC HA A9T
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable Headphone battery rechargeable - lithium polymer
Battery Life 8 hour(s) 7.5 hour(s) Sony WF-1000XM3 lasts longer on a single charge than the JVC HA A9T.
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 7.5 hours
Continuous playback (with included charging case): up to 30 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 JVC HA A9T
Connector Type Bluetooth
USB (power only) (USB Type-C)
USB-C (power only)
OTHERS Sony WF-1000XM3 JVC HA A9T
Included Accessories Charging case 3 pairs of ear tips (small, medium, large), charging case, USB-C cable
Compliant Standards - IPX5
Service & Support - Limited warranty - 1 year
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