True Wireless
Final Audio ZE3000
68Good
$149
Full review dataFinal Audio ZE3000 vs Sony WF-1000XM4: which should you buy?
On aggregated review scores the Sony WF-1000XM4 comes out ahead with an HearWiki score of 84. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.
Our pick: Sony WF-1000XM4 - Great overall at around $199.
True Wireless
Sony WF-1000XM4
84Great
$199
Full review dataScore breakdown
Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.
Final Audio ZE3000
Sound8.0
Battery5.0
Calls6.3
Value6.0
Sony WF-1000XM4
Sound8.5
Noise cancelling9.0
Battery7.5
Calls7.0
Value7.5
Specifications
| Spec | Final Audio ZE3000 | Sony WF-1000XM4 |
|---|---|---|
| Type | True Wireless | True Wireless |
| Price (USD) | $149 | $199 |
| HearWiki score | 68 / 100 · Good | 84 / 100 · Great |
| Released | 2022 | 2021 |
| Audio | ||
| Driver | dynamic | 6 mm |
| Driver size | 6 mm | 6 mm |
| Drivers per side | 1 | 2 |
| Frequency response | - | 20 Hz - 40,000 Hz |
| Wireless | ||
| Bluetooth | 5.2 | 5.2 |
| Bluetooth version | 5.2 | 5.2 |
| Codecs | SBC, AAC, aptX, aptX Adaptive | SBC, AAC, LDAC |
| Multipoint pairing | No | Yes |
| Wireless range | - | 10 m |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | 7 h | 12 h |
| Battery life (ANC on) | - | 8 h |
| Battery incl. case | 35 h | 24 h |
| Full charge time | 90 min | 90 min |
| Quick charge | - | 5 min = 1 h |
| Wireless charging | No | Yes |
| Features | ||
| Active noise cancelling | No | - |
| ANC type | none | adaptive |
| Transparency mode | No | - |
| Companion app | No | - |
| Custom EQ | No | - |
| Wear detection | No | - |
| Controls | touch | - |
| Design | ||
| Weight | 5 g | 41.1 g |
| Case weight | 32 g | 41 g |
| Water resistance | IPX4 | IPX4 |
| USB-C | Yes | - |
What reviewers said
Final Audio ZE3000
The Final Audio ZE3000 prioritizes clean, detailed sound with a wide soundstage, making it a solid pick for audio-focused listeners. However, its minimalist feature set—no ANC, transparency mode, or app support—feels sparse at its price point, though battery life and codec support are decent.
- Pro:Clean, balanced sound with good detail
- Pro:Wide soundstage for immersive listening
- Pro:Solid battery life with charging case
- Con:No active noise cancellation or transparency mode
- Con:Lacks app support and custom EQ
- Con:No multipoint connection or wireless charging
Sony WF-1000XM4
The Sony WF-1000XM4 are high-end true wireless earbuds that excel in active noise cancellation and sound quality, with a compact 6mm driver and support for high-resolution LDAC streaming. They provide about 8 hours of playback per charge, extendable to 24 hours with the case, and include handy features like multipoint connectivity and quick charging. Their IPX4 rating makes them suitable for workouts, though the overall design is a bit bulky for some ears.
- Pro:Excellent active noise cancellation
- Pro:Rich, detailed sound with LDAC support
- Pro:Good battery life with fast charging
- Con:Bulkier fit compared to rivals
- Con:No wireless charging on the case
- Con:Touch controls can be finicky
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