Sony WH-1000XM3 vs. harman/kardon FLY ANC

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Sony WH-1000XM3 and harman/kardon FLY ANC. 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 WH-1000XM3 vs. harman/kardon FLY ANC Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Sony WH-1000XM3 harman/kardon FLY ANC
Product Type Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC - 3.5 mm jack Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless
Height 26.5 cm -
Width 18.6 cm -
Depth 2.93 cm -
Weight 255 g 281 g Sony WH-1000XM3 are lighter than Sony WH-1000XM3 headphones.
Colour Black | Silver Black
Recommended Use Portable electronics Portable electronics
High-Resolution Audio Yes -
SOUND QUALITY Sony WH-1000XM3 harman/kardon FLY ANC
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
Ear Cups Type Closed -
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless
Wireless Technology Bluetooth Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 4.2 Bluetooth 4.2 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) Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP)
Bluetooth Audio Codec SBC, AAC, aptX, aptX HD, LDAC -
Active Noise Cancelling Yes Yes Both headphones are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Active Noise Cancelling Technology Digital Noise Cancelling technology (DNC) -
Volume Limiting Function Yes -
Sound Output Mode - Stereo
Sound Effects Digital Sound Enhancement Engine HX (DSEE HX) -
Frequency Response 4 - 40000 Hz 16 - 22000 Hz Sony WH-1000XM3 offer a larger frequency range than harman/kardon FLY ANC.
Max Input Power - 30 mW
Sensitivity 104.5 dB/mW 100 dB/mW Sony WH-1000XM3 have higher sensitivity than harman/kardon FLY ANC.
Impedance 16 Ohm 32 Ohm
Diaphragm Aluminium coated LCP - 40 mm 40 mm Both headphones are designed with same thick diaphragm.
Magnet Material Neodymium -
MICROPHONE Sony WH-1000XM3 harman/kardon FLY ANC
Form Factor - Built-in
Noise Cancelling Yes - Sony WH-1000XM3 microphone can cancel out ambient noise.
Sensitivity - -21 dBV/Pascal
REMOTE CONTROL Sony WH-1000XM3 harman/kardon FLY ANC
Controls Volume, next/previous track, voice assistant, phone button -
CABLE Sony WH-1000XM3 harman/kardon FLY ANC
Cable Type USB-C charge cable - detachable
Headphones cable - detachable - OFC - L shaped - 1.2 m
USB charge cable - detachable
Audio cable - detachable
Cable Length 1.2 m -
Detachable Cable Yes -
Plated Connector Gold -
FEATURES Sony WH-1000XM3 harman/kardon FLY ANC
Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible - Yes
Intelligent Assistant Google Assistant Google Assistant, Alexa
Sensors Atmospheric pressure sensor -
Additional Functions Touch panel -
BATTERY AND CHARGING Sony WH-1000XM3 harman/kardon FLY ANC
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable Headphone battery rechargeable - lithium polymer
Battery Capacity - 700 mAh
Battery Life 38 hour(s) 30 hour(s) Sony WH-1000XM3 lasts longer on a single charge than the harman/kardon FLY ANC.
Battery Life Details Continuous playback (noise cancelling OFF): up to 38 hours
Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON): up to 30 hours
Standby (noise cancelling ON): up to 30 hours
Standby (noise cancelling OFF): up to 200 hours
Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON / Bluetooth): up to 20 hours
Continuous playback (noise cancelling OFF / Bluetooth): up to 30 hours
Standby Time 200 hours -
Charging Time 3 hour(s) -
Included Qty 1 -
CONNECTIONS Sony WH-1000XM3 harman/kardon FLY ANC
Connector Type USB (power only)
Headphones
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OTHERS Sony WH-1000XM3 harman/kardon FLY ANC
Included Accessories Carrying case, airplane adapter Carrying pouch, airplane adapter
Service & Support Limited warranty - labour - 90 days
Limited warranty - parts - 1 year
Limited warranty - 1 year
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