Xmenha AK57
Sony WF-1000XM6
What Buyers Say
Xmenha AK57
These earbuds receive mixed feedback. Many users love the comfort, sound quality, and battery life, finding them great for sleeping or concealed use. However, some complain about poor fit for small ears, discomfort after an hour, and a case that doesn't hold the buds securely. Overall, they are a good value for those who find them comfortable, but fit issues are a dealbreaker for others.
Pros
- Comfortable for sleeping
- Good sound quality
- Long battery life (4 hours per bud)
- Easy Bluetooth pairing
- Low battery voice alert
Cons
- Poor fit for small ears
- Uncomfortable after 1 hour
- Case doesn't hold buds securely
- Larger than described
- Poor sound quality for some
Sony WF-1000XM6
The Sony WF-1000XM6 earbuds are widely praised for their excellent noise cancellation, improved comfort, and clear sound quality. Users appreciate the textured surface that prevents slipping, the secure fit, and the long battery life. Call quality and microphone performance are also highlighted as strong points. Overall, these earbuds are seen as a worthy upgrade from previous models, especially for those seeking a high-end listening experience.
Pros
- Excellent noise cancellation
- Improved comfort and fit
- Clear and balanced sound quality
- Textured surface prevents slipping
- Long battery life
Cons
- No negative points mentioned in reviews
Scores
Specifications
| Xmenha AK57 | Sony WF-1000XM6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | In-Ear | true wireless |
| Ear Tips | l | XS, S, M, L |
| Weight | 0.09 kg | 0.05 kg★ |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | balanced armature | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 10 mm★ | 8.399999618530273 mm |
| Drivers | — | 1★ |
| Freq Min | — | 20 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | — | 40 kHz★ |
| Impedance | — | 48 Ω |
| Hi-Res Audio | — | ✓★ |
| Codecs | Lightweight, Sports & Exercise, Universal Phone Control, Water Resistant | LDAC |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✗ | ✓★ |
| ANC Type | — | adaptive |
| Transparency | — | ✓★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.3 |
| Profiles | — | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP, TMAP |
| Multipoint | — | ✓★ |
| Wired Connector | Bluetooth | SONY WF1000XM6/B Headphones |
| Range | — | 10 m★ |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | — | 8 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | — | 2 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | — | 5 min for 1 hour playback |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | — | 24 hrs★ |
| Case Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Wireless Charging | — | ✓★ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | — | 8★ |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | voice assistant | Built-in voice control |
| Touch Controls | ✓ | ✓ |
| App | — | Sony | Sound Connect |
| Volume Limiting | — | ✗ |
| Gaming Mode | — | ✗ |
| Bone Conduction | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Water Resistance | Waterproof | IPX4 |
Pros & Cons
Xmenha AK57
- Strong connectivity (82nd percentile)82nd %ile
- Strong comfort (72nd percentile)
- Strong build (71st percentile)
- Strong mic (67th percentile)
- Below average battery (5th percentile)5th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (21st percentile)
- Below average anc (31st percentile)
Sony WF-1000XM6
- Strong mic (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong connectivity (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong anc (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong sound (89th percentile)89th %ile
Pricing
Xmenha AK57 offers 4.1x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 95 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 15 of 38 specs.
