In depth comparison and review of Sony WI-1000X and Skullcandy Method ANC. 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 | Skullcandy Method ANC |
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Product Type | Earphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC | Earphones - Bluetooth - wireless | |
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Weight | 71 g | 16.6 g | Skullcandy Method ANC are lighter than Sony WI-1000X headphones. |
Colour | Black | Gold | Black | |
Protection | - | Sweat-resistant, IPX4, water-resistant | |
Recommended Use | Portable electronics | - | |
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) | 10 m | - | |
High-Resolution Audio | Yes | - |
SOUND QUALITY | Sony WI-1000X | Skullcandy Method ANC |
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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 5.0 | Skullcandy Method ANC 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 | - | |
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 | 20 - 20000 Hz | Sony WI-1000X offer a larger frequency range than Skullcandy Method ANC. |
Sensitivity | 101 dB/mW | - | |
Impedance | 22 Ohm | 16 Ohm | |
Max Sound Pressure | - | 101 dB | |
Diaphragm | 9 mm | 9.2 mm | Skullcandy Method ANC have a thicker diaphragm than Sony WI-1000X. |
In-Cord Volume Control | - | Yes |
MICROPHONE | Sony WI-1000X | Skullcandy Method ANC |
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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 | Skullcandy Method ANC |
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Controls | Volume, noise-cancellation suspend button | Volume, on/off, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track, voice assistant |
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CABLE | Sony WI-1000X | Skullcandy Method ANC |
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Cable Type | Headphones cable - detachable - OFC - L shaped - 1 m Micro-USB cable - 50 cm |
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Cable Length | 1 m | - | |
Detachable Cable | Yes | - | |
Plated Connector | Gold | - |
FEATURES | Sony WI-1000X | Skullcandy Method ANC |
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Features | Vibrating call alert | - | |
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Intelligent Assistant | Google Assistant | - |
BATTERY AND CHARGING | Sony WI-1000X | Skullcandy Method ANC |
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Battery Type | Headphone battery rechargeable | Headphone battery rechargeable | |
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Battery Life | 13 hour(s) | 6 hour(s) | Sony WI-1000X lasts longer on a single charge than the Skullcandy Method ANC. |
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) | - |
WIRELESS LINK | Sony WI-1000X | Skullcandy Method ANC |
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Radio Frequency Range | 2.4 - 2.4835GHz | - |
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CONNECTIONS | Sony WI-1000X | Skullcandy Method ANC |
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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 | Skullcandy Method ANC |
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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 | Carrying pouch, 3 pairs of ear tips (small, medium, large), micro-USB charging cable | |
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Compatibility | iPhone, iPod, Android phone | - | |
Compliant Standards | - | FCC Part 15, IC, IPX4 | |
Service & Support | - | Limited warranty - 2 years |