In depth comparison and review of Sony WI-1000X and JBL LIVE PRO 2 TWS. 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 | JBL LIVE PRO 2 TWS |
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Product Type | Earphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC | True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless | |
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Weight | 71 g | - | |
Dimensions & Weight Details | - | Earphone: 4.8 g Charging case: 48.4 g |
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Colour | Black | Gold | Black | Silver | Blue | Rose | |
Protection | - | Waterproof, sweat-resistant, IPX5 | |
Recommended Use | Portable electronics | Portable electronics | |
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) | 10 m | - | |
High-Resolution Audio | Yes | - |
SOUND QUALITY | Sony WI-1000X | JBL LIVE PRO 2 TWS |
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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 5.2 | JBL LIVE PRO 2 TWS 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), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP) | |
Bluetooth Audio Codec | SBC, AAC, aptX, aptX HD, LDAC | - | |
Active Noise Cancelling | Yes | Yes | Both headphones are equipped with active noice cancellation. |
Active Noise Cancelling Technology | Digital Noise Cancelling technology (DNC) | True Adaptive Noise Canceling | |
Sound Output Mode | Stereo | Stereo | |
Sound Effects | Digital Sound Enhancement Engine HX (DSEE HX), S-Master HX | Signature Sound | |
Frequency Response | 3 - 40000 Hz | 20 - 20000 Hz | Sony WI-1000X offer a larger frequency range than JBL LIVE PRO 2 TWS. |
Sensitivity | 101 dB/mW | 105 dB | JBL LIVE PRO 2 TWS have higher sensitivity than Sony WI-1000X. |
Impedance | 22 Ohm | 16 Ohm | |
Diaphragm | 9 mm | 11 mm | JBL LIVE PRO 2 TWS have a thicker diaphragm than Sony WI-1000X. |
Features | - | Voice control, Google Fast Pair, Dual Connect + Sync Technology, Smart Ambient |
MICROPHONE | Sony WI-1000X | JBL LIVE PRO 2 TWS |
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Form Factor | Built-in | Built-in | |
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Microphone Technology | Electret condenser | - | |
Microphone Operation Mode | Omni-directional | - | |
Frequency Response | 50 - 8000 Hz | - | |
Microphones Included | - | 6 |
REMOTE CONTROL | Sony WI-1000X | JBL LIVE PRO 2 TWS |
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Controls | Volume, noise-cancellation suspend button | - |
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CABLE | Sony WI-1000X | JBL LIVE PRO 2 TWS |
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Cable Type | Headphones cable - detachable - OFC - L shaped - 1 m Micro-USB cable - 50 cm |
USB-C charge cable | |
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Cable Length | 1 m | - | |
Detachable Cable | Yes | - | |
Plated Connector | Gold | - |
FEATURES | Sony WI-1000X | JBL LIVE PRO 2 TWS |
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Features | Vibrating call alert | Touch control | |
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Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible | - | Yes | |
Intelligent Assistant | Google Assistant | Google Assistant, Alexa |
BATTERY AND CHARGING | Sony WI-1000X | JBL LIVE PRO 2 TWS |
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Battery Type | Headphone battery rechargeable | Headphone battery rechargeable - wireless charging | |
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Battery Life | 13 hour(s) | 10 hour(s) | Sony WI-1000X lasts longer on a single charge than the JBL LIVE PRO 2 TWS. |
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 10 hours Continuous playback (with included charging case): up to 40 hours |
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Standby Time | 100 hours | - | |
Wireless Charging Standards | - | Qi | |
Charging Time | 3.5 hour(s) | 2 hour(s) | JBL LIVE PRO 2 TWS recharge faster than Sony WI-1000X. |
Included Qty | - | 2 |
WIRELESS LINK | Sony WI-1000X | JBL LIVE PRO 2 TWS |
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Radio Frequency Range | 2.4 - 2.4835GHz | - |
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CONNECTIONS | Sony WI-1000X | JBL LIVE PRO 2 TWS |
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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 | JBL LIVE PRO 2 TWS |
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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 sizes of soft in-ear plugs | |
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Compatibility | iPhone, iPod, Android phone | - | |
Compliant Standards | - | IPX5 | |
Service & Support | - | Limited warranty - 2 years |