Sony WI-1000X vs. Sennheiser CX Plus

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Sony WI-1000X and Sennheiser CX Plus. 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. Sennheiser CX Plus Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Sony WI-1000X Sennheiser CX Plus
Product Type Earphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless
Weight 71 g -
Dimensions & Weight Details - Earbud: 5.9 cm x 3.38 cm x 4.23 cm / 6 g
Charging case: 35 g
Colour Black | Gold White | Black
Protection - Splashproof, IPX4
Recommended Use Portable electronics Portable electronics
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) 10 m -
High-Resolution Audio Yes -
SOUND QUALITY Sony WI-1000X Sennheiser CX Plus
Headphones Form Factor In-ear - neckband In-ear
Headphones Technology Balanced armature / dynamic Dynamic
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless
Wireless Technology Bluetooth Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 4.1 Bluetooth 5.2 Sennheiser CX Plus 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 SBC, AAC, aptX, aptX Adaptive
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 Bass Boost
Frequency Response 3 - 40000 Hz 5 - 21000 Hz Sony WI-1000X offer a larger frequency range than Sennheiser CX Plus.
Sensitivity 101 dB/mW -
Impedance 22 Ohm -
Diaphragm 9 mm 7 mm Sony WI-1000X have a thicker diaphragm than Sennheiser CX Plus.
Simultaneously Connectable Devices Qty (Multipoint) - 1
Features - TrueResponse technology
MICROPHONE Sony WI-1000X Sennheiser CX Plus
Form Factor Built-in Built-in
Microphone Technology Electret condenser -
Microphone Operation Mode Omni-directional -
Frequency Response 50 - 8000 Hz 100 - 10000 Hz Sennheiser CX Plus offer a larger microphone frequency range than Sony WI-1000X.
Microphones Included - 4
REMOTE CONTROL Sony WI-1000X Sennheiser CX Plus
Controls Volume, noise-cancellation suspend button -
CABLE Sony WI-1000X Sennheiser CX Plus
Cable Type Headphones cable - detachable - OFC - L shaped - 1 m
Micro-USB cable - 50 cm
USB-C charge cable - detachable
Cable Length 1 m -
Detachable Cable Yes -
Plated Connector Gold -
FEATURES Sony WI-1000X Sennheiser CX Plus
Features Vibrating call alert Touch control
Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible - Yes
Intelligent Assistant Google Assistant Siri, Google Assistant
BATTERY AND CHARGING Sony WI-1000X Sennheiser CX Plus
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable Headphone battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity - 55 mAh
Battery Life 13 hour(s) -
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 (with included charging case): up to 24 hours
Standby Time 100 hours -
Charging Time 3.5 hour(s) 1.5 hour(s) Sennheiser CX Plus recharge faster than Sony WI-1000X.
Included Qty - 2
WIRELESS LINK Sony WI-1000X Sennheiser CX Plus
Radio Frequency Range 2.4 - 2.4835GHz -
CONNECTIONS Sony WI-1000X Sennheiser CX Plus
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 Sennheiser CX Plus
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 earpads (extra small, small, medium, large), charging case (420 mAh)
Compatibility iPhone, iPod, Android phone -
Service & Support - Limited warranty - 2 years
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