Sony WF-1000XM4 review: specs and price
Sony WF-1000XM4
Why is Sony WF-1000XM4 better than the average?
- Number of microphones?
4vs2.87 - Highest frequency?
40000 Hzvs20100.28 Hz - Battery life (ANC)?
8 hoursvs5.82 hours
Price comparison
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User reviews
Overall rating
Features
Build quality
8.9/10
18 votes
Sound quality
9.4/10
19 votes
Design
8.3/10
18 votes
Comfort
7.8/10
19 votes
Battery life
8.6/10
19 votes
Design
Fit
In-ear
The fit of the earbuds.
The first number of the IP rating refers to protection against dust, while the second number refers to protection against liquid. E.g. a first number of 6 denotes that it is completely dustproof, and a second number of 7 denotes that the device can withstand full immersion in water.
weight
14.6 g
We consider a lower weight better because lighter devices are more comfortable to carry. A lower weight is also an advantage for home appliances, as it makes transportation easier, and for many other types of products.
has no wires or cables
✔Sony WF-1000XM4
True wireless devices have no cables connecting any part of the device together. This is an important distinction as some wireless earbuds have cables connecting the two earbuds together.
wingtips included
✖Sony WF-1000XM4
These earbuds come with wingtips that can be attached for a more secure fit. Wingtips come in handy for sports and other physical activities. When used correctly, they prevent the earbuds from falling off.
sweat resistance
✔Sony WF-1000XM4
Resistance to sweat makes it ideal for use while doing sports.
is dustproof and water-resistant
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The device is dustproof and water-resistant. Water-resistant devices can resist the penetration of water, such as powerful water jets, but not being submerged into water.
has RGB lighting
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RGB lighting allows you to choose between millions of colors and customize the look of your PC components.
has stereo speakers
✔Sony WF-1000XM4
Devices with stereo speakers deliver sound from independent channels on both left and right sides, creating a richer sound and a better experience.
Sound quality
has active noise cancellation (ANC)
✔Sony WF-1000XM4
This type of device allows you to listen at lower volume levels, causing less ear fatigue as you don't have to crank up the volume to overcome background noise. Ideal for plane rides and morning commutes.
has passive noise reduction
✔Sony WF-1000XM4
The device sits tightly in place, creating an acoustic seal which reduces background noise and prevents your music from leaking out.
driver unit size
6 mm
The driver unit is the component that produces sound in the device. Bigger drivers are more powerful and can produce better bass.
lowest frequency
20 Hz
The lowest frequency at which the device produces audio. The lower the low-frequency response, the stronger and juicier the bass.
highest frequency
40000 Hz
The highest frequency at which device produces audio. The higher the high-frequency response, the clearer and crispier the treble.
has Dolby Atmos
✔Sony WF-1000XM4
Dolby Atmos is a surround sound technology that allows sounds to be interpreted as three-dimensional objects. By doing so, Dolby Atmos allows for immersive, 360-degree sound.
impedance
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Impedance is the device’s electrical resistance to the current being pushed through it. The lower the impedance, the easier it is to get higher volume and requires less power.
sound pressure level
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Devices with a higher sound pressure level are generally louder when supplied with any given audio source.
has a neodymium magnet
✔Sony WF-1000XM4
Devices with neodymium magnets are lighter and more powerful than those which use ferrite magnets. They also have more bass and clear high notes.
Power
Battery life
8 hours
The device's battery life (when in use) as given by the manufacturer. With a longer battery life you have to charge the device less often.
Battery life of charging case
16 hours
The battery life of the charging case as given by the manufacturer. A charging case with a longer battery life allows you to recharge your headphones on the go multiple times before having to recharge the case itself.
Battery life (ANC)
8 hours
The battery life when using active noise cancellation (ANC), as given by the manufacturer.
charge time
1.5 hours
The time it takes to fully charge the battery.
battery power
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Battery power, or battery capacity, represents the amount of electrical energy that a battery can store. More battery power can be an indication of longer battery life.
has wireless charging
✔Sony WF-1000XM4
It supports a wireless charging standard such as Qi. To charge the device, you simply put it down on a compatible charging pad.
Has a solar power battery
✖Sony WF-1000XM4
A solar battery takes its energy from light, and stores it in a self-recharging battery which never needs to be changed.
has a battery level indicator
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An indicator shows you when the device has low battery.
has a rechargeable battery
✔Sony WF-1000XM4
The battery can be recharged and used over again.
Connectivity
Has USB Type-C
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The USB Type-C features reversible plug orientation and cable direction.
Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that allows data transfers between devices placed in close proximity, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves. Newer versions provide faster data transfers.
has LDAC
✔Sony WF-1000XM4
LDAC is a codec developed by Sony for Bluetooth audio. It is capable of a very high bitrate of 990kbps, which provides high resolution audio. It can also automatically adjust to a lower bitrate of 330kbps or 660kbps to increase stability.
has aptX Adaptive
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aptx Adaptive is an audio codec for Bluetooth devices that is developed by Qualcomm. It has a variable bit rate (between 279kbps and 420kbps), which means it can adjust the bit rate for different scenarios, such as listening to HD audio or reducing interference from other devices.
has aptX Low Latency
✖Sony WF-1000XM4
aptX Low Latency is a codec developed by Qualcomm. It uses Bluetooth 5.0 technology to provide low latency audio (around 40ms), which is useful when you want to avoid audio lag (e.g. when playing games).
has aptX HD
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aptX HD is an audio codec for Bluetooth devices that is developed by Qualcomm. It supports high quality 24-bit audio (at a bit rate of 576kbps).
has aptX
✖Sony WF-1000XM4
aptX is a codec used for transmitting audio wirelessly with Bluetooth. It is developed by Qualcomm, and supports 16-bit audio at a bit rate of 384kbps.
has aptX Lossless
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aptX Lossless is an audio codec for Bluetooth devices that is developed by Qualcomm. It supports high quality 16-bit/44.1kHz audio (at a maximum bit rate of 1200kbps). This codec provides CD-quality audio without any loss of data.
audio latency
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Latency refers to the time it takes for the audio signal to be transmitted to your headphones/earbuds. Lower latency reduces audio lag, and is particularly important when playing games or watching videos.
Features
has ambient sound mode
✔Sony WF-1000XM4
Ambient sound mode uses microphones to pass through ambient noises so that they can still be heard. It’s useful when you want to listen to music but also be aware of what’s happening around you, for example when you’re jogging but still want to be able to hear traffic.
has in/on-ear detection
✔Sony WF-1000XM4
Sensors can detect when they are removed from your ears so that the music is paused, saving battery life.
has find earbuds feature
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You can use the app to play a sound from your earbuds to help you locate them.
Supports fast charging
✔Sony WF-1000XM4
Fast charging technologies, like Qualcomm’s Quick Charge or MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to reduce the time it takes to charge a device. For example, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery can be charged to 50% in just 30 minutes.
Multipoint allows you to link to more Bluetooth devices and switch between them. For example you can easily switch calls from one device to another without having to manually disconnect and reconnect.
has a mute function
✔Sony WF-1000XM4
The device has an option to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the device.
can be used as a headset
✔Sony WF-1000XM4
A headset is one headphone or pair with a built-in microphone. Headsets can be used for apps that require communication i.e. Skype, games with voice chat, mobile phones, etc.
control panel placed on a device
✔Sony WF-1000XM4
There is a control panel on the device body, so you can easily access the volume control or remote without having to interact with a cable or another device it's connected to.
warranty period
1 years
When covered under the manufacturer’s warranty it is possible to get a replacement in the case of a malfunction. Note: This may vary by region.
Microphone
More microphones result in better sound quality and enable the device to filter out background noise.
has a noise-canceling microphone
✔Sony WF-1000XM4
These microphones are designed to filter out background noise from the desired sound. Especially useful in noisy environments.
mic sensitivity
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It's the 'loudness' of the sound that the microphone can pick up.
highest mic frequency
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The highest frequency that the mic can pick up. Better for recording treble.
lowest mic frequency
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The lowest frequency that the mic can pick up. Better for recording bass.
Price comparison
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Comments
Maxim
2 years ago
10 / 10
I don't see how they could be any better
Maxim
2 years ago
10 / 10
I got these about 6 months ago and they changed my life. the noise cancelling is unbelievable, turns a bustling city, windy beach or crowded train into a meditative bubble, they fit beautifully and look better than any other buds I've seen. Simply lightly tap the earbuds to turn noise cancelling on and off, or to change the volume, pause, check the time, ask siri, long press the bud for as long as you want ambient sound - whatever you like. I would not get any other personal audio device, it is 100% worth the cost for anyone who desires high quality buds.
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Raman
2 years ago
8 / 10
A bit overrated
Raman
2 years ago
8 / 10
I used these earbuds extensively over 2 days and tried all the features that they come with. Unfortunately the sound wasn't as good as expected. For bass heads these would be underwhelming even with the custom memory foam tips. The design and comfort too is lacking as they tend to put a strain on the inner ears as they press hard when pushed inside to get a desired fit. Another thing is that I feel they are too over priced and over rated.
Wiwick
1 year ago
10 / 10
Perfect except for small ears
Wiwick
1 year ago
10 / 10
I have small ears so the basic earbuds for the Sony were too large, I had to buy separate earbuds. Otherwise, the headphones are perfect.
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