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Sony LinkBuds Truly Wireless Earbud
The open-ring design with a ring-type driver uniquely keeps you aware of your surroundings without sacrificing a connection to your audio. Its ultra-small, lightweight build and IPX4 water resistance make it a practical choice for all-day wear, while the integrated V1 processor delivers balanced sound. These earbuds are best for users who need to remain alert to ambient sounds during calls, music, and gaming throughout the day.
form factor In-Ear
driver type ring-type driver
Wireless Yes
bluetooth version 5.2
battery life hours 5.5
case battery hours 17.5
water resistance IPX4
multipoint Yes
54 Overall Score
Price CA$250
Snapshot
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Strong connectivity (82th percentile) 82th
- Strong build (79th percentile) 79th
- Strong comfort (71th percentile) 71th
- Strong sound (70th percentile) 70th
Cons
- Below average battery (26th percentile)
What owners think
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Owner sentiment has held steady over time
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The proof
Performance
Specifications
Full Specifications
Design
| Form Factor | In-Ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless |
| Ear Tips | 5 sizes of fitting supporters |
| Weight | 0.0 kg / 0.1 lbs |
Audio
| Driver Type | ring-type driver |
| Impedance | 16 |
| Hi-Res Audio | Yes |
| Codecs | Sony LinkBuds Truly Wireless Earbud Headphones with an Open-Ring Design for Ambient Sounds and Alexa Built-in, Bluetooth Ear Buds Compatible with iPhone and Android, Gray |
Noise Control
| ANC | No |
| Transparency | Yes |
Connectivity
| Wireless | Yes |
| Bluetooth | 5.2 |
| Multipoint | Yes |
Earbud Battery
| Battery Life | 5.5 |
| Fast Charging | 10 min for 90 minutes of playback |
| Charging | USB-C |
Case Battery
| Case Battery | 17.5 |
| Case Charging | USB-C |
Microphone
| Microphone | Yes |
| NC Mic | Yes |
Features
| Voice Assistant | Alexa |
| Touch Controls | Yes |
| Bone Conduction | No |
| Water Resistance | IPX4 |
vs Competition
| Spec | Sony LinkBuds Truly Wireless Earbud | Technics EAH-AZ100 EAH-AZ100 | Samsung Galaxy Buds Buds3 Pro | Bose QuietComfort Ultra 896637-0010 | Apple AirPods Pro MFHP4LL/A | EarFun Air Pro Air Pro 4+ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Form Factor | In-Ear | in-ear | in-ear | in-ear | in-ear | in-ear |
| Driver Type | ring-type driver | Dynamic | Dynamic | Dynamic | Dynamic | hybrid |
| Wireless | true | true | true | true | true | true |
| Active Noise Cancellation | false | true | true | true | true | true |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.2 | 5.3 | 5.4 | 5.3 | 5.3 | 6.0 |
| Battery Life Hours | 5.5 | 8 | 6 | 6 | 8 | 12 |
| Case Battery Hours | 17.5 | 28 | 26 | 18 | 24 | 54 |
| Water Resistance | IPX4 | IPX4 | IP57 | IPX4 | IP57 | IP55 |
| Multipoint | true | true | true | true | true | true |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | Anc | Mic | Build | Sound | Battery | Comfort | Connectivity | Social Proof |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sony LinkBuds Truly Wireless Earbud | 60.5 | 65.4 | 78.6 | 69.9 | 26.2 | 70.6 | 82.4 | 39.8 |
| Technics EAH-AZ100 EAH-AZ100 Compare | 96.7 | 96.8 | 78.6 | 99 | 79 | 93.3 | 99.1 | 90.6 |
| Samsung Galaxy Buds Buds3 Pro Compare | 96.7 | 96.8 | 98.8 | 91.7 | 72.6 | 93.3 | 99.6 | 93.2 |
| Bose QuietComfort Ultra 896637-0010 Compare | 96.7 | 90 | 78.6 | 96.2 | 47 | 93.3 | 97.8 | 97.6 |
| Apple AirPods Pro MFHP4LL/A Compare | 96.7 | 80.1 | 98.8 | 89.2 | 75.5 | 70.6 | 97.8 | 99.9 |
| EarFun Air Pro Air Pro 4+ Compare | 96.7 | 96.8 | 91 | 99.8 | 95.9 | 70.6 | 99.3 | 95.5 |
Price
Value & Pricing
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