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Updated January 10, 2024·
The JLab Go Work Wireless is a more budget-friendly option and boasts a longer battery life, making it suitable for extended use without frequent charging. Although less costly, it lacks active noise canceling (ANC) and isn't optimized for high-quality codecs like the Sony WH-1000XM5, which offer better sound quality and noise isolation. Sony's model includes features like app equalization and virtual surround sound that enhance the audio experience, especially for music enthusiasts and frequent travelers who might appreciate its advanced noise-canceling capabilities. However, if you're prioritizing value and long battery life for calls, meetings, or casual listening, the JLab would suffice. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the JLab Go Work Wireless
- The JLab Go Work Wireless has no clear advantages over the Sony WH-1000XM5.
Advantages of the Sony WH-1000XM5
- Very good for music
Key differences
Music
5.8
8.2
The Sony WH-1000XM5 is very good for music, while the JLab Go Work Wireless is poor.
Phone Calls
6.3
5.5
The JLab Go Work Wireless is only fair for phone calls, while the Sony WH-1000XM5 is poor.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
6.6
6.0
The JLab Go Work Wireless and Sony WH-1000XM5 are both only fair for podcasts and audiobooks, though the JLab Go Work Wireless is somewhat better.
Noise Reduction
4.6
9.1
The Sony WH-1000XM5 is excellent for noise reduction, while the JLab Go Work Wireless is poor.
Battery
47.0 Hours
40.3 Hours
The JLab Go Work Wireless has 47 hours of battery life. The Sony WH-1000XM5 has 40.3 hours of battery life.
Cost
$50
$398
$0
$100
$200
$300
$400
The JLab Go Work Wireless has a price of $50 and the Sony WH-1000XM5 costs $398.
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Key similarities
Gaming
5.3
5.6
The Sony WH-1000XM5 and JLab Go Work Wireless are both poor for gaming.
TV and Video
5.5
5.8
The Sony WH-1000XM5 and JLab Go Work Wireless are both poor for TV and video.
Build Quality
9.0
8.8
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers JLab Go Work Wireless to have excellent build quality, while the Sony WH-1000XM5 has very good build quality.
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How the JLab Go Work Wireless and the Sony WH-1000XM5 compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
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| JLab Go Work Wireless | Sony WH-1000XM5 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$50 | $398 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | JLab | Sony | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2021 | May 1, 2022 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Headphones | Headphones | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wired + Wireless | Wired + Wireless | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 5.8/10 | 8.3/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 6.4/10 | 5.6/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 5.3/10 | 5.6/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 5.6/10 | 5.8/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 6.3/10 | 6.3/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | 47 Hours | 40.3 Hours | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | No | No | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | 2 Hours | 3.5 Hours | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | 5 | 5.2 | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | No | Yes | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 4.6/10 | 9.1/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | No | Yes | |
Android App | |||
Android App | No | Yes | |
iOS App | |||
iOS App | No | Yes | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | 9/10 | 8.5/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 9/10 | 8.8/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 8.4/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 170 Grams | 249.4 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | Boom | Integrated | |
Waterproof Rating | |||
Waterproof Rating | 0 | 0 | |
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JLab Go Work Wireless
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Maike Paeßens | 2021
"If you are going to criticise the JLab Go Work, it would be for the cables, which are to some extent too short for their intended use, and for its rather harsh treble reproduction above moderate volume levels in music mode. However, the call quality during telephone calls and video conferences in voice mode via wireless and via cable is impeccable. This handy Bluetooth headset also scores points with its excellent battery life and support for multipoint connections."
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Kazi Mahbub Mutakabbir | February 2023
"The Sony WH-1000XM5 are the best Sony Bluetooth headphones so far and one of the most well-rounded Bluetooth headphones around. Look no further if you need class-leading ANC with a mostly inoffensive sound signature. Just be ready to pony up the price premium."
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About Sony
Sony is a multinational corporation, based out of Japan, with over 75 years of experience in the consumer electronics industry. In the audio market, Sony has been a trendsetter several times throughout its history. In 1979 they released the first-ever portable music player, the Sony Walkman, followed by the Discman 20 years later. Today, Sony is one of the leaders in the wireless headphone and earbud market, especially in terms of Active Noise Cancellation technology.
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