True Wireless
Sony WF-1000XM4
84Great
$199
Full review dataSony WF-1000XM4 vs Tranya X1: 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
Tranya X1
62Average
$120
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
Tranya X1
Sound6.0
Noise cancelling5.5
Battery6.5
Calls6.5
Value6.5
Specifications
| Spec | Sony WF-1000XM4 | Tranya X1 |
|---|---|---|
| Type | True Wireless | True Wireless |
| Price (USD) | $199 | $120 |
| HearWiki score | 84 / 100 · Great | 62 / 100 · Average |
| Released | 2021 | 2024 |
| Audio | ||
| Driver | 6 mm | 14mm Graphene |
| Driver size | 6 mm | 14 mm |
| Drivers per side | 2 | 2 |
| Frequency response | 20 Hz - 40,000 Hz | - |
| Wireless | ||
| Bluetooth | 5.2 | 5.3 |
| Bluetooth version | 5.2 | 5.3 |
| Codecs | SBC, AAC, LDAC | SBC |
| Multipoint pairing | Yes | No |
| Wireless range | 10 m | - |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | 12 h | 6 h |
| Battery life (ANC on) | 8 h | - |
| Battery incl. case | 24 h | 66 h |
| Full charge time | 90 min | 60 min |
| Quick charge | 5 min = 1 h | 10 min = 2 h |
| Wireless charging | Yes | Yes |
| Features | ||
| Active noise cancelling | - | No |
| ANC type | adaptive | hybrid |
| Transparency mode | - | No |
| Companion app | - | No |
| Custom EQ | - | No |
| Wear detection | - | No |
| Controls | - | buttons |
| Design | ||
| Weight | 41.1 g | - |
| Case weight | 41 g | - |
| Water resistance | IPX4 | IPX5 |
| USB-C | - | Yes |
| Calls | ||
| Microphones | - | 4 |
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
Tranya X1
The Tranya X1 are wireless earbuds aimed at active users, offering a straightforward feature set that includes a large 14mm driver, IPX5 water resistance, and a four-microphone array for calls. While they lack active noise cancellation and app support, they provide a decent battery life and quick charging for their price point, making them a practical choice for workouts and daily use.
- Pro:Good value for a sports-focused pair
- Pro:IPX5 water resistance for workouts
- Pro:Quick charge feature adds convenience
- Con:No active noise cancellation
- Con:No app support or custom EQ
- Con:Only SBC codec support
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