In depth comparison and review of Sony WI-1000X and Boompods RetroBuds. 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 | Boompods RetroBuds |
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Product Type | Earphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC | Earphones - Bluetooth - wireless | |
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Weight | 71 g | - | |
Colour | Black | Gold | Army green | Black/grey | Ice blue | White/pink | |
Protection | - | Sweat-resistant, IPX4 | |
Recommended Use | Portable electronics | Portable electronics | |
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) | 10 m | - | |
High-Resolution Audio | Yes | - |
SOUND QUALITY | Sony WI-1000X | Boompods RetroBuds |
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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 | - | |
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 | Powerfull Bass | |
Frequency Response | 3 - 40000 Hz | - | |
Sensitivity | 101 dB/mW | - | |
Impedance | 22 Ohm | - | |
Diaphragm | 9 mm | 12 mm | Boompods RetroBuds have a thicker diaphragm than Sony WI-1000X. |
Features | - | Magnetic clip |
MICROPHONE | Sony WI-1000X | Boompods RetroBuds |
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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 | Boompods RetroBuds |
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Controls | Volume, noise-cancellation suspend button | Volume, power on/off, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track, pair mode |
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CABLE | Sony WI-1000X | Boompods RetroBuds |
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Cable Type | Headphones cable - detachable - OFC - L shaped - 1 m Micro-USB cable - 50 cm |
USB charge cable | |
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Cable Length | 1 m | - | |
Detachable Cable | Yes | - | |
Plated Connector | Gold | - |
FEATURES | Sony WI-1000X | Boompods RetroBuds |
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Features | Vibrating call alert | - | |
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Intelligent Assistant | Google Assistant | - |
BATTERY AND CHARGING | Sony WI-1000X | Boompods RetroBuds |
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Battery Type | Headphone battery rechargeable | Headphone battery rechargeable | |
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Battery Life | 13 hour(s) | 4 hour(s) | Sony WI-1000X lasts longer on a single charge than the Boompods RetroBuds. |
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 hour(s) | Boompods RetroBuds recharge faster than Sony WI-1000X. |
WIRELESS LINK | Sony WI-1000X | Boompods RetroBuds |
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Radio Frequency Range | 2.4 - 2.4835GHz | - |
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CONNECTIONS | Sony WI-1000X | Boompods RetroBuds |
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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 | Boompods RetroBuds |
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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 | 3 pairs of ear tips, USB charging cable | |
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Compatibility | iPhone, iPod, Android phone | - | |
Compliant Standards | - | FCC, IPX4 | |
Service & Support | - | Limited warranty - 1 year |