Sony WI-1000XM2 vs. Samsung Galaxy Buds2 Pro

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Sony WI-1000XM2 and Samsung Galaxy Buds2 Pro. 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-1000XM2 vs. Samsung Galaxy Buds2 Pro Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Sony WI-1000XM2 Samsung Galaxy Buds2 Pro
Product Type Earphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless
Height - 2.16 cm
Width - 1.99 cm
Depth - 1.87 cm
Weight 58 g 5.5 g Samsung Galaxy Buds2 Pro are lighter than Sony WI-1000XM2 headphones.
Dimensions & Weight Details - Earbud: 1.99 cm x 1.87 cm x 2.16 cm / 5.5 g
Charging case: 5.02 cm x 5.01 cm x 2.77 cm / 43.4 g
Colour Black | Silver Bora purple | Graphite | White
Protection - Water-resistant
Recommended Use Portable electronics Portable electronics
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) 10 m -
High-Resolution Audio Yes Yes
SOUND QUALITY Sony WI-1000XM2 Samsung Galaxy Buds2 Pro
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 5.3 Samsung Galaxy Buds2 Pro 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, AAC, SSC (Samsung Seamless Codec)
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 5.1 channel surround
Built-in Decoders - Dolby Atmos
Sound Effects Digital Sound Enhancement Engine HX (DSEE HX), S-Master HX Ambient Sound Mode, 360 Reality Audio
Frequency Response 3 - 40000 Hz -
Sensitivity 101 dB/mW -
Impedance 22 Ohm -
Diaphragm 9 mm -
Features - Auto Switch, voice detect
MICROPHONE Sony WI-1000XM2 Samsung Galaxy Buds2 Pro
Form Factor Built-in Built-in
Noise Cancelling - Yes Samsung Galaxy Buds2 Pro microphone can cancel out ambient noise.
Microphones Included - 3
REMOTE CONTROL Sony WI-1000XM2 Samsung Galaxy Buds2 Pro
Controls Volume, noise-cancellation suspend button -
CABLE Sony WI-1000XM2 Samsung Galaxy Buds2 Pro
Cable Type Headphones cable - detachable - OFC - L shaped - 1 m
USB charge cable
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Cable Length 1 m -
Detachable Cable Yes -
Plated Connector Gold -
FEATURES Sony WI-1000XM2 Samsung Galaxy Buds2 Pro
Features Vibrating call alert Touch control, seamless connectivity, easy pairing
Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible - Yes
Intelligent Assistant Google Assistant Bixby
Sensors - Accelerometer, proximity sensor, gyro sensor, hall sensor, touch sensor, Voice Pickup Unit (VPU)
Additional Functions - Custom coaxial 2-way, AirVent, SmartThings Find, neck stretch reminder, Bixby voice wake-up, 24-bit Hi-Fi audio
BATTERY AND CHARGING Sony WI-1000XM2 Samsung Galaxy Buds2 Pro
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable Headphone battery rechargeable
Battery Capacity - 61 mAh
Battery Life 13 hour(s) 5 hour(s) Sony WI-1000XM2 lasts longer on a single charge than the Samsung Galaxy Buds2 Pro.
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 talk (noise cancelling ON): up to 3.5 hours
Continuous talk (noise cancelling ON / with included charging case): up to 14 hours
Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON): up to 5 hours
Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON / with included charging case): up to 18 hours
Standby Time 100 hours -
Charging Time 3.5 hour(s) -
CONNECTIONS Sony WI-1000XM2 Samsung Galaxy Buds2 Pro
Connector Type Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole)
USB (power only)
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OTHERS Sony WI-1000XM2 Samsung Galaxy Buds2 Pro
Included Accessories Carrying pouch, airplane adapter, 4 pairs of hybrid earbuds (SS/S/M/L sizes), 3 pairs of Triple-Comfort Earbuds Charging case (515 mAh)
Compatibility iPhone, iPod, Android phone -
SAR Value - 0.231 W/kg (body), 0.231 W/kg (head)
Compliant Standards - IPX7
Service & Support - Limited warranty - 1 year
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