True Wireless
Razer Hammerhead HyperSpeed (PlayStation)
72Good
$150
Full review dataRazer Hammerhead HyperSpeed (PlayStation) 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.
Razer Hammerhead HyperSpeed (PlayStation)
Sound7.5
Noise cancelling6.5
Battery7.0
Calls5.5
Value6.5
Sony WF-1000XM4
Sound8.5
Noise cancelling9.0
Battery7.5
Calls7.0
Value7.5
Specifications
| Spec | Razer Hammerhead HyperSpeed (PlayStation) | Sony WF-1000XM4 |
|---|---|---|
| Type | True Wireless | True Wireless |
| Price (USD) | $150 | $199 |
| HearWiki score | 72 / 100 · Good | 84 / 100 · Great |
| Released | 2022 | 2021 |
| Audio | ||
| Driver | dynamic | 6 mm |
| Driver size | 10 mm | 6 mm |
| Drivers per side | 2 | 2 |
| Frequency response | 20Hz-20kHz | 20 Hz - 40,000 Hz |
| Impedance | 16 Ω | - |
| Sensitivity | 91 dB/mW | - |
| Wireless | ||
| Bluetooth | 5.2 | 5.2 |
| Bluetooth version | 5.2 | 5.2 |
| Codecs | SBC, AAC | SBC, AAC, LDAC |
| Multipoint pairing | No | Yes |
| Wireless range | - | 10 m |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | 6.5 h | 12 h |
| Battery life (ANC on) | 4.5 h | 8 h |
| Battery incl. case | 26 h | 24 h |
| Full charge time | - | 90 min |
| Quick charge | - | 5 min = 1 h |
| Wireless charging | No | Yes |
| Features | ||
| Active noise cancelling | Yes | - |
| ANC type | hybrid | adaptive |
| Transparency mode | Yes | - |
| Controls | touch | - |
| Design | ||
| Weight | 53 g | 41.1 g |
| Case weight | - | 41 g |
| Water resistance | IPX4 | IPX4 |
| USB-C | Yes | - |
| Calls | ||
| Microphones | 1 | - |
What reviewers said
Razer Hammerhead HyperSpeed (PlayStation)
These wireless earbuds are designed primarily for PlayStation gaming, offering a hybrid ANC system and a low-latency 2.4GHz connection via a dongle alongside standard Bluetooth 5.2. They deliver punchy bass and clear treble, making them a solid choice for game audio, though their general-purpose music performance is less impressive. With around 6.5 hours of playback per charge and a total of 26 hours with the case, they focus on gaming convenience over all-around versatility.
- Pro:Strong bass and crisp highs for immersive gaming audio
- Pro:Hybrid ANC and transparency mode for flexible sound control
- Pro:Dual wireless connectivity with 2.4GHz dongle and Bluetooth 5.2
- Con:Battery life is modest at 6.5 hours per charge
- Con:Limited codec support (only SBC) reduces audio quality potential
- Con:No multipoint pairing for seamless device switching
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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