Sony MDR-1000X vs Sony WH-1000XM3
Sony MDR-1000X
2016 · $199.99 today
8156
Sony WH-1000XM3
2018 · $248 today
8767
Dashed outline = score at launch
Why Sony MDR-1000X is better
No standout numeric advantages.
Why Sony WH-1000XM3 is better
- Battery Life (ANC on): 30 hrs vs 20 hours(50% more)
- Weight: 255 g vs 275g(8% less)
- Bluetooth Version: 4.2 vs 4.1(higher)
Verdict
Sony WH-1000XM3 leads outright in 6 of 6 dimensions today.
Spec by spec
| Spec | Sony MDR-1000X | Sony WH-1000XM3 |
|---|---|---|
| Audio | ||
| Driver Size | 40mm | 40 mm |
| Frequency Response | 4Hz–40,000Hz | — |
| Supported Codecs | SBC, AAC, aptX | — |
| Codec Support | — | LDAC, AAC, SBC |
| Hi-Res Audio | — | Yes |
| Noise Cancellation | ||
| ANC Type | Dual Noise Sensor adaptive ANC | — |
| Ambient Mode | Yes, adjustable | — |
| Battery & Charging | ||
| Battery Life (ANC on) | 20 hours | 30 hrs● |
| Quick Charge | 10 min = 70 min playback | 10 min = 5 hrs |
| Charging Port | Micro-USB | — |
| Connectivity & Design | ||
| Bluetooth Version | 4.1 | 4.2● |
| Weight | 275g | 255 g● |
| Wired Input | 3.5mm | — |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life (ANC on) | 20 hours | 30 hrs● |
| Charge Time | — | 3 hrs |
| Quick Charge | 10 min = 70 min playback | 10 min = 5 hrs |
| Comfort | ||
| Weight | 275g | 255 g● |
| Foldable | — | Yes |
| Connectivity | ||
| Bluetooth Version | 4.1 | 4.2● |
| Multipoint Pairing | — | No |