Skullcandy Push Ultra S2BDW-N746
Sony WF-1000XM5
What Buyers Say
Skullcandy Push Ultra S2BDW-N746
The Skullcandy earbuds receive mixed feedback. Many users praise the sound quality, battery life, and comfortable fit with ear hooks, but significant issues arise with the charging case, pairing difficulties, and a fragile ear hook design that can break. The lack of noise cancellation and a poor microphone are also common complaints, though some appreciate the "Stay Aware" feature for situational awareness.
Pros
- Good sound quality
- Long battery life
- Comfortable fit with ear hooks
- Easy-to-use buttons
- Wireless charging case
Cons
- Fragile ear hook design
- Charging case issues
- Pairing difficulties
- Poor microphone quality
- No noise cancellation
Sony WF-1000XM5
The Sony WF-1000XM5 earbuds receive mixed feedback. Many users praise the excellent sound quality, effective noise cancellation, and comfortable fit, making them great for travel and workouts. However, a significant number of complaints focus on Bluetooth connectivity issues, poor ANC compared to previous models, and fit problems that cause discomfort or earbuds falling out. Battery life and case charging also draw criticism, with some users experiencing defects. Overall, while the audio performance is often lauded, reliability and fit concerns prevent a higher rating.
Pros
- Excellent sound quality
- Effective noise cancellation
- Comfortable fit
- Great battery life
- Customizable app
Cons
- Bluetooth connectivity issues
- Poor ANC compared to previous models
- Fit problems causing discomfort
- Earbuds fall out easily
- Case battery drains quickly
Scores
Specifications
| Skullcandy Push Ultra S2BDW-N746 | Sony WF-1000XM5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | ear-hook | true wireless |
| Ear Tips | l | XS, S, M, L |
| Weight | 0.05 kg | 0.01 kg★ |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | — | 8.399999618530273 mm★ |
| Drivers | — | 1★ |
| Freq Min | 20 Hz | 20 Hz |
| Freq Max | — | 40 kHz★ |
| Impedance | 32 Ω | 16 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 112 dB★ | 102 dB |
| Hi-Res Audio | — | ✓★ |
| Codecs | — | AAC, LC3, LDAC, SBC |
| Surround | — | Dolby Atmos |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | — | ✓★ |
| ANC Type | — | adaptive |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | — | 5.3★ |
| Profiles | — | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP |
| Multipoint | — | ✓★ |
| Wired Connector | USB | USB Type C |
| Range | — | 10 m★ |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 6 hrs | 8 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | — | 2 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | Rapid Charge | 3 Minutes for 1 Hour |
| Charging | — | USB-C★ |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 42 hrs★ | 24 hrs |
| Case Charging | — | USB-C★ |
| Wireless Charging | ✓ | ✓ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | — | 6★ |
| NC Mic | — | ✓★ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | — | Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa |
| Touch Controls | ✓ | ✓ |
| App | — | Sony Headphone Connect App |
| Volume Limiting | — | ✗ |
| Gaming Mode | — | ✓★ |
| Bone Conduction | ✗ | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | IP67 | IPX4 |
Pros & Cons
Skullcandy Push Ultra S2BDW-N746
- Strong build (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong battery (82nd percentile)82nd %ile
- Strong comfort (72nd percentile)
- Strong sound (68th percentile)
- Below average user sentiment (12th percentile)12th %ile
Sony WF-1000XM5
- Strong connectivity (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong sound (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong mic (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong anc (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (12th percentile)12th %ile
Pricing
Skullcandy Push Ultra S2BDW-N746 offers 2.4x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 88 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 16 of 40 specs.
