True Wireless
Sony WF-1000XM4
84Great
$199
Full review dataSony WF-1000XM4 vs Soundcore Sport X20: 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
Soundcore Sport X20
78Great
$116
Full review dataScore breakdown
Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.
Sony WF-1000XM4
Sound8.5
Noise cancelling9.0
Battery7.5
Calls7.0
Value7.5
Soundcore Sport X20
Sound7.5
Noise cancelling8.0
Battery8.5
Calls7.0
Value8.0
Specifications
| Spec | Sony WF-1000XM4 | Soundcore Sport X20 |
|---|---|---|
| Type | True Wireless | True Wireless |
| Price (USD) | $199 | $116 |
| HearWiki score | 84 / 100 · Great | 78 / 100 · Great |
| Released | 2021 | 2024 |
| Audio | ||
| Driver | 6 mm | dynamic |
| Driver size | 6 mm | 11 mm |
| Drivers per side | 2 | 2 |
| Frequency response | 20 Hz - 40,000 Hz | 20Hz-20kHz |
| Impedance | - | 16 Ω |
| Wireless | ||
| Bluetooth | 5.2 | 5.3 |
| Bluetooth version | 5.2 | 5.3 |
| Codecs | SBC, AAC, LDAC | SBC, AAC |
| Multipoint pairing | Yes | Yes |
| Wireless range | 10 m | - |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | 12 h | 12 h |
| Battery life (ANC on) | 8 h | 7 h |
| Battery incl. case | 24 h | 48 h |
| Full charge time | 90 min | 90 min |
| Quick charge | 5 min = 1 h | 5 min = 2 h |
| Wireless charging | Yes | No |
| Features | ||
| Active noise cancelling | - | Yes |
| ANC type | adaptive | adaptive |
| Transparency mode | - | Yes |
| Companion app | - | Yes |
| Custom EQ | - | Yes |
| Wear detection | - | No |
| Controls | - | both |
| Voice assistant | - | Siri |
| Design | ||
| Weight | 41.1 g | 7 g |
| Case weight | 41 g | 41 g |
| Water resistance | IPX4 | IP68 |
| Detachable cable | - | Yes |
| USB-C | - | Yes |
| Calls | ||
| Microphones | - | 6 |
What reviewers said
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
Soundcore Sport X20
The Soundcore Sport X20 are true wireless earbuds built for active use, combining adaptive noise cancellation, a rugged IP68 rating, and long battery life in a compact design. They deliver solid sound with a bass-forward tilt, plus multipoint Bluetooth and quick charging for everyday convenience. While feature-packed for the price, they lack wireless charging and the ear hooks may feel less secure to some users.
- Pro:Excellent battery life, especially without ANC
- Pro:Rugged IP68 water and dust resistance
- Pro:Adaptive noise cancellation with transparency mode
- Con:No wireless charging support
- Con:Ear hooks can feel less secure
- Con:Limited codec support (SBC, AAC only)
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