In terms of clarity, there’s no question that the WF-1000XM3 delivers a more nuanced sound. So, if you want more lushness or body, you can boost the lower-mids for example. But again, unlike the AirPods Pro, the balance can be changed on the WF-1000XM3. So, they have a dynamic balance, which works well for pop and rock. The upper mids have a little emphasis, bringing vocals forward in the mix. These two models present a similar midrange balance. Furthermore, given that the WF-1000XM3 comes with an equalizer, the bass can be boosted or moderated depending on your tastes or chosen genre.
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However, the bass on the WF-1000XM3 is a little fatter and juicier, while the AirPods Pro present a tighter profile. SOUND LowsĪt its default setting, the Sony WF-1000XM3 has a similar level of bass response to that of the AirPods Pro. And it also has a bast boost feature, giving you ample control over how big you want you lows to be. In addition, it offers presets depending on your preferred genre. In contrast, the WF-1000XM3 comes with an app that allows you to adjust your equalizer settings across the frequency spectrum. But that doesn’t mean you’ll have any creative control over your equalizer settings. EqualizerĪpple has implemented an “adaptive equalizer,” which adapts the balance to the shape of your ears. So, although the speaker on the WF-1000XM3 seems to produce a more transparent voice, the microphone on the AirPods Pro seems to be the more effective of the two models. However, the caller said that my voice sounded clearer through the AirPods Pro. Well, mildly interesting…The caller sounded clearer on the WF-1000XM3. This won’t be a problem for a lot of folks, but those who are particularly sensitive to noise-cancelling frequencies might find the ANC on the AirPods Pro to be a bit oppressive.īoth models also offer transparent modes, which amplify the sound of your surrounding environment so that you don’t have to take them off while biking through traffic or while transacting with your pot dealer. However, the AirPods Pro emit a more noticeable pressure against the eardrum. In contrast, the AirPods Pro only give you 4.5 hours of use at a time.īoth models employ a USB-C connection for charging.Īctive Noise-Cancellation and Transparent Hearingīoth true wireless models provide about the same level of noise-cancellation effectiveness. But the WF-1000XM3 still has the slight upper hand in this category it offers 6 hours of play at a time before having to put them back in the case for charging. Battery Lifeīoth models will give you 24 hours of total playtime, which is solid for ANC true wireless earbuds. You just call out her name like an $%*hole – “hey Siri” – and she’ll come to your aid. The AirPods Pro don’t even require you to touch anything to activate Siri. To invite your lady on the WF-1000XM3, you just hold the button on the right earpiece. But both models will also let you to switch between ANC and transparent hearing modes.īoth true wireless models also allow you to activate your voice assistants (though I haven’t tried to use Google Assistant with the AirPods Pro). So, I had to muster up the energy to take out my iPhone. However, one detail to note is that neither model allows you to control volume from the earpieces. And I actually found them slightly easier to use than the touchpads on the WF-1000XM3.īut touchpads aside, both models offer most of the standard functions from the earpieces, such as play/pause, track skipping and call activation. A lot of folks will welcome this change, since you can feel precisely where the controls are situated on the earpieces. Although the WF-1000XM3 didn’t feel uncomfortable to wear, I noticed them sitting in my ears more than I did when wearing the less obtrusive AirPods Pro.Īpple has changed its earbud design and implemented more targeted touchpad controls. However, I started to have issues once the active noise-cancellation came into play. It’s unsurprising that Apple has done a great job with respect to its ergonomic design. Though both models feel comfortable to wear, the lighter and less chunky AirPods Pro sit more naturally in the ear. Apple AirPods Pro vs Sony WF-1000XM3 Review FIT
Which earbuds win in terms of sound, noise-cancellation, battery life and functionality? Let’s find out in this Apple AirPods Pro vs Sony WF-1000XM3 Review. So, this review is for folks who are already familiar with one of the models but want a comparison before they pull the trigger. Many reviews have already been written about both of these models. Two heavy hitters, Sony and Apple, have both introduced new noise-cancelling truly wireless earbuds for under $250. Bad news for employees who have to write comparison reviews. The recent blitz of truly wireless earphone releases is good news for consumers.
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