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.
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | Sony WI-1000X | Anker SoundBuds Slim+ |
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Product Type | Earphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC | Earphones - Bluetooth - wireless | |
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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+ |
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Headphones Form Factor | In-ear - neckband | In-ear | |
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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+ |
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Form Factor | Built-in | - | |
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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+ |
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Controls | Volume, noise-cancellation suspend button | Power on/off, volume control, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track, 3-button remote |
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CABLE | Sony WI-1000X | Anker SoundBuds Slim+ |
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Cable Type | Headphones cable - detachable - OFC - L shaped - 1 m Micro-USB cable - 50 cm |
USB charge cable - detachable | |
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Cable Length | 1 m | - | |
Detachable Cable | Yes | - | |
Plated Connector | Gold | - |
FEATURES | Sony WI-1000X | Anker SoundBuds Slim+ |
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Features | Vibrating call alert | - | |
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Intelligent Assistant | Google Assistant | Siri |
BATTERY AND CHARGING | Sony WI-1000X | Anker SoundBuds Slim+ |
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Battery Type | Headphone battery rechargeable | Headphone battery rechargeable | |
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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+ |
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Radio Frequency Range | 2.4 - 2.4835GHz | - |
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CONNECTIONS | Sony WI-1000X | Anker SoundBuds Slim+ |
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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+ |
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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 | |
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Compatibility | iPhone, iPod, Android phone | - | |
Service & Support | - | Limited warranty - 18 months Technical support - lifetime |