Sony WI-1000X vs. Sony WF-C700N

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Sony WI-1000X and Sony WF-C700N. 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. Sony WF-C700N Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Sony WI-1000X Sony WF-C700N
Product Type Earphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless
Weight 71 g 9.2 g Sony WF-C700N are lighter than Sony WI-1000X headphones.
Dimensions & Weight Details - Earbud: 4.6 g
Charging case: 31 g
Colour Black | Gold Black | Sage green | Violet | White
Protection - Splashproof, sweat-resistant, IPX4
Recommended Use Portable electronics Portable electronics
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 Sony WF-C700N
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 Sony WF-C700N 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
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 Digital Sound Enhancement Engine (DSEE), Ambient Sound Mode, Adaptive Sound Control
Frequency Response 3 - 40000 Hz 20 - 20000 Hz Sony WI-1000X offer a larger frequency range than Sony WF-C700N.
Sensitivity 101 dB/mW -
Impedance 22 Ohm -
Diaphragm 9 mm 5 mm Sony WI-1000X have a thicker diaphragm than Sony WF-C700N.
Features - Google Fast Pair, Microsoft Swift Pair
MICROPHONE Sony WI-1000X Sony WF-C700N
Form Factor Built-in Built-in
Microphone Technology Electret condenser -
Microphone Operation Mode Omni-directional -
Frequency Response 50 - 8000 Hz -
REMOTE CONTROL Sony WI-1000X Sony WF-C700N
Controls Volume, noise-cancellation suspend button Volume, voice assistant, answer call, noise cancelling/ambient sound mode button
CABLE Sony WI-1000X Sony WF-C700N
Cable Type Headphones cable - detachable - OFC - L shaped - 1 m
Micro-USB cable - 50 cm
USB-C charge cable - detachable - 20 cm
Cable Length 1 m -
Detachable Cable Yes -
Plated Connector Gold -
FEATURES Sony WI-1000X Sony WF-C700N
Features Vibrating call alert Wind noise reduction structure
Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible - Yes
Voice Control - Direct
Intelligent Assistant Google Assistant Siri, Google Assistant
Sensors - Noise sensor
BATTERY AND CHARGING Sony WI-1000X Sony WF-C700N
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable Headphone battery rechargeable
Battery Life 13 hour(s) 10 hour(s) Sony WI-1000X lasts longer on a single charge than the Sony WF-C700N.
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 talk: up to 5 hours
Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON): up to 7.5 hours
Continuous playback (noise cancelling OFF): up to 10 hours
Standby Time 100 hours -
Charging Time 3.5 hour(s) 1.5 hour(s) Sony WF-C700N recharge faster than Sony WI-1000X.
WIRELESS LINK Sony WI-1000X Sony WF-C700N
Radio Frequency Range 2.4 - 2.4835GHz -
CONNECTIONS Sony WI-1000X Sony WF-C700N
Connector Type Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole)
USB (power only) (5 pin Micro-USB Type B)
Bluetooth
USB (power only) (USB Type-C)
OTHERS Sony WI-1000X Sony WF-C700N
Included Accessories Carrying pouch, airplane adapter, 4 pairs of hybrid earbuds (SS/S/M/L sizes), 3 pairs of Triple-Comfort Earbuds 2 pairs of ear tips (small, large), charging case, USB-C to USB-A charging cable
Compatibility iPhone, iPod, Android phone -
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