Sony WI-1000X vs. Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Sony WI-1000X and Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II. 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. Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Sony WI-1000X Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II
Product Type Earphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless
Weight 71 g -
Dimensions & Weight Details - Earbud: 1.73 cm x 2.24 cm x 3.05 cm / 6.24 g
Charging case: 5.94 cm x 2.67 cm x 6.63 cm / 59.8 g
Colour Black | Gold Triple black
Body Material - Plastic
Protection - Sweat-resistant, IPX4, water-resistant
Recommended Use Portable electronics Portable electronics
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) 10 m 9.14 m Sony WI-1000X have a greater operating distance than Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II.
High-Resolution Audio Yes -
SOUND QUALITY Sony WI-1000X Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II
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 5.3 Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II have a more advanced version of Bluetooth than Sony WI-1000X.
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 SBC, AAC
Active Noise Cancelling Yes Yes Both headphones 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 -
Sensitivity 101 dB/mW -
Impedance 22 Ohm -
Diaphragm 9 mm -
Features - ActiveSense technology, Aware Mode, Quiet Mode
MICROPHONE Sony WI-1000X Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II
Form Factor Built-in Built-in
Microphone Technology Electret condenser -
Microphone Operation Mode Omni-directional -
Frequency Response 50 - 8000 Hz -
Microphones Included - 4
REMOTE CONTROL Sony WI-1000X Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II
Controls Volume, noise-cancellation suspend button Volume
CABLE Sony WI-1000X Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II
Cable Type Headphones cable - detachable - OFC - L shaped - 1 m
Micro-USB cable - 50 cm
USB-C charge cable - detachable - 30.5 cm
Cable Length 1 m -
Detachable Cable Yes -
Plated Connector Gold -
FEATURES Sony WI-1000X Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II
Features Vibrating call alert Touch control
Intelligent Assistant Google Assistant -
BATTERY AND CHARGING Sony WI-1000X Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable Headphone battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion
Battery Life 13 hour(s) 6 hours Sony WI-1000X lasts longer on a single charge than the Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II.
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
Continuous playback: up to 6 hours
Continuous playback (with included charging case): up to 24 hours
Standby Time 100 hours -
Charging Time 3.5 hour(s) 1 hour Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II recharge faster than Sony WI-1000X.
WIRELESS LINK Sony WI-1000X Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II
Radio Frequency Range 2.4 - 2.4835GHz -
CONNECTIONS Sony WI-1000X Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II
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 Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II
Included Accessories Carrying pouch, airplane adapter, 4 pairs of hybrid earbuds (SS/S/M/L sizes), 3 pairs of Triple-Comfort Earbuds Charging case, 3 pairs of silicone ear tips (small, medium, large), 3 pairs of stability bands (1, 2, 3), USB-C to USB-A cable (30.5 cm)
Compatibility iPhone, iPod, Android phone -
Compliant Standards - IPX4
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