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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you're looking for a budget-friendly option, the Skullcandy Dime will save you money and offer decent sound quality, comfort, and build quality, while also being sweatproof which makes them suitable for exercise. However, they have a shorter battery life and lack active noise cancelling, which the Sony WF1000XM5 has, providing a premium listening experience with better overall sound quality, longer battery life, and an app that allows for sound customization. If you prioritize noise cancellation and sound quality and don't mind spending more, go for the Sony WF1000XM5. If value and exercise suitability are more important, consider the Skullcandy Dime. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Skullcandy Dime
- Good for podcasts and audiobooks
Advantages of the Sony WF1000XM5
- Very good for music
Key differences
Music
5.7
8.0
The Sony WF1000XM5 is very good for music, while the Skullcandy Dime is poor.
Phone Calls
6.2
5.0
The Skullcandy Dime is only fair for phone calls, while the Sony WF1000XM5 is poor.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
7.1
4.9
The Skullcandy Dime is good for podcasts and audiobooks, while the Sony WF1000XM5 is poor.
Noise Reduction
6.5
8.7
The Sony WF1000XM5 is very good for noise reduction, while the Skullcandy Dime is only fair.
Battery
3.5 Hours
9.0 Hours
The Skullcandy Dime has 3.5 hours of battery life. The Sony WF1000XM5 has 9 hours of battery life.
Cost
$16
$298
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The Skullcandy Dime has a price of $16 and the Sony WF1000XM5 costs $298.
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Key similarities
Gaming
4.8
5.1
The Sony WF1000XM5 and Skullcandy Dime are both poor for gaming.
TV and Video
5.3
5.4
The Sony WF1000XM5 and Skullcandy Dime are both poor for TV and video.
Build Quality
8.5
8.5
The Skullcandy Dime and Sony WF1000XM5 both have very good build quality.
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How the Skullcandy Dime and the Sony WF1000XM5 compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Skullcandy Dime | Sony WF1000XM5 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$16 | $298 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Skullcandy | Sony | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | March 1, 2021 | July 1, 2023 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Earbuds | Earbuds | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wireless | Wireless | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 5.7/10 | 8.1/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 6.2/10 | 5/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 4.8/10 | 5.2/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 5.4/10 | 5.5/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 6.6/10 | 6.2/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | 3.5 Hours | 9 Hours | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | No | Yes | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | 1 Hours | 1.5 Hours | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | 5 | 5.3 | |
Case Battery Life | |||
Case Battery Life | 12 | 18 | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | No | Yes | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 6.5/10 | 8.8/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | No | Yes | |
Android App | |||
Android App | No | Yes | |
iOS App | |||
iOS App | No | Yes | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | 7/10 | 6.5/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 8.5/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 7/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Size | |||
Size | Small | Medium | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 4.5 Grams | 6 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | Integrated | Integrated | |
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Skullcandy Dime
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Tim Gideon | April 2021
"For $25, the Skullcandy Dime True Wireless Earbuds deliver a powerful, balanced, rich, and bright sound signature. There’s really not much else to talk about, but the audio is better than you would expect for the price."
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Harley Maranan | July 2023
"The Sony WF-1000XM5 is among the best noise canceling earbuds currently on the market, and they aren’t cheap. These earbuds aren’t the best choice for budget-conscious listeners. But if you prioritize active noise cancelation, sound quality, and extensive software support, the WF-1000XM5 is worth its premium price tag."
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About Skullcandy
Skullcandy is an American, consumer-oriented, earbuds and headphones manufacturer with 20 years of market experience. They sell a wide variety of, budget-friendly and unique, wired and wireless products that are sure to please the vast majority of users. Among their most popular offerings, the Crusher headphones, includes a pair of actual subwoofers inside the cups which makes the bass extra prominent for a unique and extra fun sound.
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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