Sony WI-1000XM2 vs. JVC HA A9T

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of Sony WI-1000XM2 and JVC HA A9T. Compare design, sound quality and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect headphones. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the headphones that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.

Headphones Specifications Comparison

Sony WI-1000XM2 vs. JVC HA A9T Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Sony WI-1000XM2 JVC HA A9T
Product Type Earphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless
Weight 58 g 4.1 g JVC HA A9T are lighter than Sony WI-1000XM2 headphones.
Dimensions & Weight Details - Charging case: 41 g
Colour Black | Silver Black, Marine Blue | Black, antracite | Black, olive green | Grey, white
Protection - Splashproof, sweat-resistant
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-1000XM2 JVC HA A9T
Headphones Form Factor In-ear - neckband In-ear
Headphones Technology Balanced armature / dynamic -
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless
Wireless Technology Bluetooth Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 5.0 Bluetooth 5.1 JVC HA A9T have a more advanced version of Bluetooth than Sony WI-1000XM2.
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, LDAC SBC
Active Noise Cancelling Yes - Sony WI-1000XM2 are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Active Noise Cancelling Technology Digital Noise Cancelling technology (DNC) -
Sound Output Mode Stereo -
Sound Effects Digital Sound Enhancement Engine HX (DSEE HX), S-Master HX -
Frequency Response 3 - 40000 Hz 20 - 20000 Hz Sony WI-1000XM2 offer a larger frequency range than JVC HA A9T.
Sensitivity 101 dB/mW -
Impedance 22 Ohm 16 Ohm
Diaphragm 9 mm 6 mm Sony WI-1000XM2 have a thicker diaphragm than JVC HA A9T.
Magnet Material - Neodymium
MICROPHONE Sony WI-1000XM2 JVC HA A9T
Form Factor Built-in Built-in
REMOTE CONTROL Sony WI-1000XM2 JVC HA A9T
Controls Volume, noise-cancellation suspend button Voice assistant
CABLE Sony WI-1000XM2 JVC HA A9T
Cable Type Headphones cable - detachable - OFC - L shaped - 1 m
USB charge cable
USB-C cable - detachable
Cable Length 1 m -
Detachable Cable Yes -
Plated Connector Gold -
FEATURES Sony WI-1000XM2 JVC HA A9T
Features Vibrating call alert Touch control, auto power on/off
Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible - Yes
Intelligent Assistant Google Assistant -
BATTERY AND CHARGING Sony WI-1000XM2 JVC HA A9T
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable Headphone battery rechargeable - lithium polymer
Battery Life 13 hour(s) 7.5 hour(s) Sony WI-1000XM2 lasts longer on a single charge than the JVC HA A9T.
Battery Life Details Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON): up to 10 hours
Continuous playback (noise cancelling OFF): up to 13 hours
Standby (noise cancelling OFF): up to 100 hours
Continuous playback: up to 7.5 hours
Continuous playback (with included charging case): up to 30 hours
Standby Time 100 hours -
Charging Time 3.5 hour(s) 2 hour(s) JVC HA A9T recharge faster than Sony WI-1000XM2.
CONNECTIONS Sony WI-1000XM2 JVC HA A9T
Connector Type Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole)
USB (power only)
USB-C (power only)
OTHERS Sony WI-1000XM2 JVC HA A9T
Included Accessories Carrying pouch, airplane adapter, 4 pairs of hybrid earbuds (SS/S/M/L sizes), 3 pairs of Triple-Comfort Earbuds 3 pairs of ear tips (small, medium, large), charging case, USB-C cable
Compatibility iPhone, iPod, Android phone -
Compliant Standards - IPX5
Service & Support - Limited warranty - 1 year
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