Sony WI-1000X vs. Anker SoundBuds Slim+

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Sony WI-1000X and Anker SoundBuds Slim+. Compare design, audio features, functions and other important specifications to easily choose the right headphones for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the headphones that will best fit your needs.

Headphones Specifications Comparison

Sony WI-1000X vs. Anker SoundBuds Slim+ Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Sony WI-1000X Anker SoundBuds Slim+
Product Type Earphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC Earphones - Bluetooth - wireless
Weight 71 g 16 g Anker SoundBuds Slim+ are lighter than Sony WI-1000X headphones.
Colour Black | Gold Black
Protection - IPX5, water-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.
High-Resolution Audio Yes -
SOUND QUALITY Sony WI-1000X Anker SoundBuds Slim+
Headphones Form Factor In-ear - neckband In-ear
Headphones Technology Balanced armature / dynamic -
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless
Wireless Technology Bluetooth Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 4.1 Bluetooth 4.1 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) -
Bluetooth Audio Codec SBC, AAC, aptX, aptX HD, LDAC aptX
Active Noise Cancelling Yes - Sony WI-1000X are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Active Noise Cancelling Technology Digital Noise Cancelling technology (DNC) -
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Sound Effects Digital Sound Enhancement Engine HX (DSEE HX), S-Master HX -
Frequency Response 3 - 40000 Hz 20 - 20000 Hz Sony WI-1000X offer a larger frequency range than Anker SoundBuds Slim+.
Sensitivity 101 dB/mW -
Impedance 22 Ohm 16 Ohm
Diaphragm 9 mm 6 mm Sony WI-1000X have a thicker diaphragm than Anker SoundBuds Slim+.
Features - Bluetooth aptX technology
In-Cord Volume Control - Yes
MICROPHONE Sony WI-1000X Anker SoundBuds Slim+
Form Factor Built-in -
Type - On-cable
Microphone Technology Electret condenser -
Microphone Operation Mode Omni-directional -
Frequency Response 50 - 8000 Hz -
REMOTE CONTROL Sony WI-1000X Anker SoundBuds Slim+
Controls Volume, noise-cancellation suspend button Power on/off, volume control, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track, 3-button remote
CABLE Sony WI-1000X Anker SoundBuds Slim+
Cable Type Headphones cable - detachable - OFC - L shaped - 1 m
Micro-USB cable - 50 cm
USB charge cable - detachable
Cable Length 1 m -
Detachable Cable Yes -
Plated Connector Gold -
FEATURES Sony WI-1000X Anker SoundBuds Slim+
Features Vibrating call alert -
Intelligent Assistant Google Assistant Siri
BATTERY AND CHARGING Sony WI-1000X Anker SoundBuds Slim+
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable Headphone battery rechargeable
Battery Life 13 hour(s) 7 hours Sony WI-1000X lasts longer on a single charge than the Anker SoundBuds Slim+.
Battery Life Details Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON): up to 10 hours
Continuous playback (noise cancelling OFF): up to 13 hours
Standby (noise cancelling ON): up to 17 hours
Standby (noise cancelling OFF): up to 100 hours
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Standby Time 100 hours -
Charging Time 3.5 hour(s) 1.5 hours Anker SoundBuds Slim+ recharge faster than Sony WI-1000X.
WIRELESS LINK Sony WI-1000X Anker SoundBuds Slim+
Radio Frequency Range 2.4 - 2.4835GHz -
CONNECTIONS Sony WI-1000X Anker SoundBuds Slim+
Connector Type Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole)
USB (power only) (5 pin Micro-USB Type B)
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OTHERS Sony WI-1000X Anker SoundBuds Slim+
Included Accessories Carrying pouch, airplane adapter, 4 pairs of hybrid earbuds (SS/S/M/L sizes), 3 pairs of Triple-Comfort Earbuds 4 pairs of ear tips, 2 pairs of earhooks
Compatibility iPhone, iPod, Android phone -
Service & Support - Limited warranty - 18 months
Technical support - lifetime
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