Sony WI-1000X vs. Jabra Elite 5

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Sony WI-1000X and Jabra Elite 5. 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. Jabra Elite 5 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Sony WI-1000X Jabra Elite 5
Product Type Earphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless
Weight 71 g -
Dimensions & Weight Details - Earphone: 2 cm x 2.7 cm x 2.054 cm / 5 g
Charging case: 2.6 cm x 6.41 cm x 3.89 cm / 40 g
Colour Black | Gold Titanium black | Gold beige | Black
Earpad Material - Silicone
Protection - Water-resistant, IP55
Recommended Use Portable electronics Portable electronics, computer
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 Jabra Elite 5
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 5.2 Jabra Elite 5 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) 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, aptX
Active Noise Cancelling Yes Yes Both headphones are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Active Noise Cancelling Technology Digital Noise Cancelling technology (DNC) Hybrid Active Noise Cancelling
Noise Isolating - Yes Jabra Elite 5 are equipped with a noise isolating function.
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 Jabra Elite 5.
Audio Output Details - Multimedia - 20 - 20000
Communication - 100 - 8000
Sensitivity 101 dB/mW -
Impedance 22 Ohm -
Diaphragm 9 mm 6 mm Sony WI-1000X have a thicker diaphragm than Jabra Elite 5.
Simultaneously Connectable Devices Qty (Multipoint) - 2 Jabra Elite 5 have the ability to connect to multiple devices simultaneously.
Features - MultiPoint Technology, Google Fast Pair, Auto Pause, HearThrough, Jabra MyControls, Spotify Tap
MICROPHONE Sony WI-1000X Jabra Elite 5
Form Factor Built-in Built-in
Microphone Technology Electret condenser -
Microphone Operation Mode Omni-directional MEMS-directional
Frequency Response 50 - 8000 Hz 100 - 8000 Hz Sony WI-1000X offer a larger microphone frequency range than Jabra Elite 5.
Microphone Features - Battery level indicator
Microphones Included - 6
REMOTE CONTROL Sony WI-1000X Jabra Elite 5
Controls Volume, noise-cancellation suspend button Mute, volume, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track, voice assistant, ANC mode
CABLE Sony WI-1000X Jabra Elite 5
Cable Type Headphones cable - detachable - OFC - L shaped - 1 m
Micro-USB cable - 50 cm
USB-C to USB-A cable - detachable - 20 cm
Cable Length 1 m -
Detachable Cable Yes -
Plated Connector Gold -
FEATURES Sony WI-1000X Jabra Elite 5
Features Vibrating call alert Wireless auto pairing, fast charge, stereo/mono mode, battery status indication
Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible - Yes
Intelligent Assistant Google Assistant Siri, Google Assistant, Alexa
Sensors - In-ear detection sensor
BATTERY AND CHARGING Sony WI-1000X Jabra Elite 5
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable Rechargeable - Lithium Ion
Battery Life 13 hour(s) 9 hour(s) Sony WI-1000X lasts longer on a single charge than the Jabra Elite 5.
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 (active noise-cancelling off): up to 9 hours
Continuous playback (active noise-cancelling on): up to 7 hours
Continuous playback (active noise-cancelling off) (with included charging case): up to 36 hours
Continuous playback (active noise-cancelling off) (with included charging case): up to 28 hours
Standby Time 100 hours 275 days Jabra Elite 5 have longer standby time than Sony WI-1000X.
Wireless Charging Standards - Qi
Charging Time 3.5 hour(s) 3 hour(s) Jabra Elite 5 recharge faster than Sony WI-1000X.
Auto On/Off - Yes
WIRELESS LINK Sony WI-1000X Jabra Elite 5
Radio Frequency Range 2.4 - 2.4835GHz -
CONNECTIONS Sony WI-1000X Jabra Elite 5
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 Jabra Elite 5
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 EarGels, USB-C to USB-A cable
Software Included - Jabra Sound+
Compatibility iPhone, iPod, Android phone iPhone, Android phone
Compliant Standards - FCC, RoHS, REACH, MFI, ISED
Service & Support - Limited warranty - 2 years with product registration
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