Sony - WH-1000XM3 Wireless Noise Cancelling Over-the-Ear Headphones with Google Assistant - Black
User rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars with 5912 reviews.
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Description
Features
Smart listening by SENSE ENGINE
See how Adaptive Sound Control automatically detects your activity such as traveling, walking, and waiting, then adjusts ambient sound settings to you.
Activate your Google Assistant with a simple touch
Ask it questions. Tell it to do things. It's your own personal assistant, always ready to help. Simply press and hold the noise-canceling button and ask your phone's assistant something while pressing.*
Wireless freedom with Bluetooth technology and NFC
LDAC transmits approximately three times more data than conventional Bluetooth wireless audio, allowing you to enjoy High-Res Audio content in exceptional quality, as close as possible to that of a dedicated wired connection.
All-day power
With a huge 30 hours of battery life, you'll have enough power even for long trips away.
HD noise-canceling processor QN1
See what happens when it's just you and your music, with noise canceling that cuts more outside sound than ever before.
Premium sound quality
Powerful 1.57" drivers with Liquid Crystal Polymer (LCP) diaphragms make the headphones perfect for handling heavy beats and can reproduce a full range of frequencies up to 40 kHz.
Wear all day in total comfort
Soft, pressure-relieving earpads in foamed urethane evenly distribute pressure and increase ear pad contact for a stable fit. And with a lighter weight design, your music is the only thing you'll notice all day.
Clear hands-free calling
Everything is at your fingertips. Answer hands-free phone calls with a double tap - or change tracks, adjust the volume and make calls by touching or swiping the panel.
Quick Attention mode
With Quick Attention, you can communicate without removing your headphones - simply place your hand over the housing to turn the volume down for instant conversation.
* Update of firmware and Sony Headphones Connect app is needed. Available from September 2018 onward. Google Assistant app needs to be installed on your device. The Google Assistant is not available in all countries and languages. Requires pairing with eligible phone and Internet connection.
What's Included
- Audio cable for wired connection
- Carry case
- Plug adapter for in-flight use
- Sony WH-1000XM3 Wireless Noise Cancelling Over-the-Ear Headphones with Google Assistant
- USB-C charging cable
Manuals & Guides
- Quick Start Guide
Key Specs
- Noise Cancelling (Active)Yes
- Sound ModeStereo
- Connection TypeWireless
- Wireless ConnectivityBluetooth
- True WirelessNo
- Maximum Wireless Range32.8 feet
- Built-In MicrophoneYes
- Carrying CaseYes
- Microphone FeaturesNoise cancelling
- Headphone FitOver-the-Ear
- Adjustable HeadbandYes
- Battery Life30 hours
- Battery Charge Time3 hours
- Works WithAmazon Alexa, Google Assistant, Siri
- Voice Assistant Built-inAmazon Alexa, Google Assistant
General
- Product NameWH-1000XM3 Wireless Noise Cancelling Over-the-Ear Headphones with Google Assistant
- BrandSony
- Model NumberWH1000XM3/B
- ColorBlack
- Color CategoryBlack
Audio
- Noise Cancelling (Active)Yes
- Sound IsolatingYes
- Environmental Noise ControlYes
- Minimum Frequency Response4 hertz
- Maximum Frequency Response40 kilohertz
- Impedance47 ohms
- Sensitivity104.5 decibels adjusted
- Integrated AmplifierNo
- Volume Limiting FunctionNo
- Sound ModeStereo
- Driver Size40 millimeters
Connectivity
- Connection TypeWireless
- Wireless ConnectivityBluetooth
- True WirelessNo
- Bluetooth Version4.2
- Maximum Wireless Range32.8 feet
Features
- WaterproofNo
- Built-In MicrophoneYes
- Carrying CaseYes
- Microphone FeaturesNoise cancelling
- ControlsVolume, Track selection
- Body Metrics MeasuredNot Applicable
- Bone Conducting TechnologyNo
- Lighting TypeNone
- Maximum Talk Time30 hours
- High Resolution AudioYes
Design
- Headphone FitOver-the-Ear
- StyleTravel
- Adjustable HeadbandYes
- Foldable DesignYes
Power
- RechargeableYes
- Battery Life30 hours
- Battery Charge Time3 hours
- Charging Accessory IncludedCable
- Charging Interface(s)USB
Compatibility
- Works WithAmazon Alexa, Google Assistant, Siri
- Voice Assistant Built-inAmazon Alexa, Google Assistant
Material
- Ear Cushion MaterialSynthetic leather
Dimension
- Product Height10.43 inches
- Product Width7.3 inches
- Product Depth2.93 inches
- Product Weight0.56 pounds
Warranty
- Manufacturer's Warranty - Parts1 year
- Manufacturer's Warranty - Labor90 days
Other
- UPC027242911574
Customer reviews
Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars with 5912 reviews
(5,912 customer reviews)Rating by feature
- Sound Quality4.7
Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars
- Battery Life4.7
Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars
- Connectivity4.8
Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars
Expert reviews
See all expert reviews(25)Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars with 25 reviews
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Value4 out of 5Quality5 out of 5Ease of Use5 out of 5Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Phenomenal
||Posted .Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.Had these for almost a month now and here’s what I think: BUILD QUALITY: both sturdy and flexible; feels premium as you would expect from Sony. 10/10. SOUND QUALITY: these are no joke. Highs, mids, and lows are all well balanced. Hip-hop will be very slightly on the bass side but it’s not over powering.10/10. ACTIVE NOISE CANCELING: best ANC I’ve ever experienced hands down.10/10. DESIGN: they are comfortable, convenient, and they look great. Comes with a hard case and a lot of accessories. 10/10. PRICE: it’s a steep price sure, but it’s worth it. $349.99 full price and $299.99 when they’re on sale. You get what you pay for though. Sony did a phenomenal job with this product. 10/10. If you can afford these, get them. You won’t regret it!
This review is from Sony - WH-1000XM3 Wireless Noise Cancelling Over-the-Ear Headphones with Google Assistant - Silver
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Value4 out of 5Quality5 out of 5Ease of Use5 out of 5I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi, DrummerDude20! Awesome! We are glad that its performance meets your standards. Thank you for choosing Sony. ~Ralph
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Best Over-Ear Headphones of 2019
||Posted .The first day I bought these headphones right as I got in the car I took them out the box and they had alot of battery for me to test them! You can manage the bass however you want! The quality in the music does not fade at all with these headphones!!! Sadly I got alot of stuff stolen and my headphones were in my bag which I was going to make a video review to show people exactly what I was speaking on. Point is DO NOT SLEEP ON THESE HEADPHONES! Drop the thoughts on any other headphones *Seriously* I do not have an actual picture of them but I do of my receipt in case Best Buy can cover me.
I would recommend this to a friendFeatures
Value5 out of 5Quality5 out of 5Ease of Use5 out of 5Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Yes, it’s better than Bose QC 35
||Posted .Owned for 9 months when reviewed.I bought these headphone because they came highly recommended and I’ve loved them since day one. My curiosity still got the better of me and I ended up getting the Bose QC 35 ii on sale to compare with the Sony XM3 and of course the XM3 beat the QC 35 ii hands down. The Sony XM3 has the best Noise Cancellation and Best battery life of the 2, the only advantage the Bose QC 35 ii had was the ability to pair 2 devices at a time
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Value5 out of 5Quality5 out of 5Ease of Use5 out of 5I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi gamerplaypen, we are glad to hear you are enjoying our industry-leading noise canceling headphones. The Sony | Headphones Connect App includes Adaptive Sound Control—which automatically adjusts noise canceling based on your activity, and an equalizer—which can be customized to fine-tune your music. Using our advanced noise canceling technology, we designed these headphones so you can block out noise and experience next-level silence. Plus, you have the ability to use the convenient smart features including Quick Attention, Google Assistant/Alexa/Siri compatibility, and touch controls. Thank you for choosing Sony! Erin
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Value5 out of 5Quality5 out of 5Ease of Use5 out of 5Pros mentioned:Battery life, Noise cancellation, Sound qualityCons mentioned:MicrophoneRated 5 out of 5 stars
Must Buy noise cancellation Headphones!
||Posted .Owned for 1.5 years when reviewed.Sony WH-1000XM3 is a masterpiece!! It has a superior sound quality and outstanding noise cancellation. I have used various other headphones but have found this headphone to be significantly better than the rest on the market. The headphones have a nice cushion on the top and the ear pieces are well cushioned providing that extra comfort for ears and head , when you need them for the long travel .I have used them in airplane and they cut out the noise significantly , that you can’t even listen to literally anything with about 60 % of volume. For normal use, volume level of 15-30% is considerably good and cancels out the normal noise level. The headphone has 3 options to select; noise cancelling, ambient sound, and ambient sound off. The best part of the headphone is you can turn of the active noise cancellation momentarily by just placing your palm on the right-side ear cup - Sony calls it "Quick Attention”. The headphone has awesome touch controls, where you can control volume and change the music, just by sliding the fingers on the right-side ear cup. It is also compatible with the Google Assistant and Alexa; you will just have to configure it via the Sony app. The Sony app is outstanding (don’t go by its rating on the Appstore). The app gives you that extra control for the headphones. It allows you to turn on the adaptive sound control, where in the headphone adjusts the noise cancellation level depending upon the environment you are in; standing, walking, transportation, etc. to give you a better feel of surroundings depending upon the situation. The app has great equalizer settings which considerably changes the music listening experience depending on the genre and your liking. There is no app for the MacBook, however if you turn on the noise cancellation via the mobile app and then connect the headphone to the MacBook or laptop, the noise cancellation works just fine. Having that said, the headphone has only one trivial issue with Bluetooth when switching between multiple devices. You will have to disconnect the device where the headphone is connected first, to make it work with the new device. Just disconnect via Bluetooth setting, don’t unpair! The microphone had some issue earlier with people hearing my voice as distorted over call but seems like that was fixed in one of the software updates, as I don’t have that issue anymore and the microphone sounds clear. Overall, the headphone is great to listen to music, be on conference calls, connect to iPhone, MacBook, windows laptop etc. The Bluetooth signal is strong enough to work with great coverage even when away from the phone. The headphone is equipped with the Fast USB-C charging and charges headphone like in 10 minutes for almost 4-5 hours capacity. The noise cancellation is outstanding and even when "no music" is playing, it blocks out almost more than 50 % of surrounding noise. The headphones are comfortable for long hours due to its perfect cushioning and ear cup size. They don’t get warm as it happens with some of other headphones. Once you get used to "Quick Attention" feature, you will never want to leave it. Lastly, since I last bought it almost a year ago, it has got more than 2 software updates, so Sony at least keeps on updating the firmware as well. The headphone comes with a very sturdy travelling case. Must Buy for people loving music and noise cancellation!!!
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Value5 out of 5Quality5 out of 5Ease of Use5 out of 5I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Dugs, thank you for your detailed review. We are glad that you like our industry-leading noise canceling headphones and the Headphones Connect app. This will give you more control over your headphones and their performance.
The WH1000XM3 is also perfect for flights. We designed these headphones so you can block out noise and experience next-level silence using our advanced noise canceling technology. Plus, you have the ability to use the convenient smart features including Quick Attention, Google Assistant/Alexa/Siri compatibility, and touch controls. Thank you for your great in-depth review on our products. We hope your passion for great Sony audio continues through the future as well! Erin
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Value5 out of 5Quality5 out of 5Ease of Use5 out of 5Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Highly recommend this product!
||Posted .Owned for 1.5 years when reviewed.I purchased a Sony - WH-1000XM3 Wireless Noise Cancelling Over-the-Ear Headphones with Google Assistant - Black color two years ago and still working perfect.
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Value5 out of 5Quality5 out of 5Ease of Use5 out of 5I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Shakira0310, We are so glad to hear that you are happy with your new WH-1000XM3! To get the most out of your WH-1000XM3, download the Sony | Headphones Connect App. It includes Adaptive Sound Control—which automatically adjusts noise canceling based on your activity, and an equalizer—which can be customized to fine-tune your music. Using our advanced noise canceling technology, we designed these headphones so you can block out noise and experience next-level silence. Plus, you have the ability to use the convenient smart features including Quick Attention, Google Assistant/Alexa/Siri compatibility, and touch controls. Thank you for choosing Sony! -Carl
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Best headphones I’ve owned so far
||Posted .These headphones are on another level, first the comfort is spectacular, light but yet snug enough to feel well sat on your head. Build quality is good, nothing special but no slouch. Sound is premium sound (to me) . Love them and since I’ve purchased they they have never died , that’s a big ++
I would recommend this to a friendFeatures
Value5 out of 5Quality5 out of 5Ease of Use5 out of 5Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Nothing compares to these noise canceling headphon
||Posted .Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.I bought these before taking a flight to Hawaii and once we took off absolutely fell in love with them, when they say all you hear is your music they mean. Once again Sony has put out another great product.
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Value5 out of 5Quality5 out of 5Ease of Use5 out of 5I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi, BigTed!
We are happy to hear that you are satisfied with this unit. We are always looking to make Sony better. Thank you for sharing your feedback with us. Have a wonderful day!
~Earl
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Value5 out of 5Quality5 out of 5Ease of Use5 out of 5Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Nice
||Posted .Owned for 6 months when reviewed.It’s very comfortable to wear. The quality of the headphones is very light, and the ear-wrap design makes it a pleasure to listen to music with headphones. The noise reduction effect is very good.
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Value5 out of 5Quality5 out of 5Ease of Use5 out of 5I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi candy, thank you for highlighting the features you love most. We are glad to hear you are enjoying our industry-leading noise canceling headphones. Comfort is further enhanced by a larger and deeper ergonomic ear space structure. And with a lighter weight design, your music is the only thing you’ll notice all day with our WH100XM3.
To get the most out of your WH-1000XM3, download the Sony | Headphones Connect App. It includes Adaptive Sound Control—which automatically adjusts noise canceling based on your activity, and an equalizer—which can be customized to fine-tune your music. Using our advanced noise canceling technology, we designed these headphones so you can block out noise and experience next-level silence. Plus, you have the ability to use the convenient smart features including Quick Attention, Google Assistant/Alexa/Siri compatibility, and touch controls. Thank you for choosing Sony! Erin
Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars with 25 reviews
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Full Review - Tom's GuideRating, 4 out of 54.0Alex Bracetti on March 23, 2021
Sony WH-1000XM3 Review: Stellar Noise-Cancelling, Unbeatable SoundOne of the best gets better, as the Sony WH-1000XM3 packs killer sound and noise cancellation into a slender design.
Full Review - Android AuthorityRating, 4.5 out of 54.5Adam Molina Chris Thomas Adam Molina Chris Thomas on February 2, 2021
Sony WH-1000XM3 review: Still greatThe Sony WH-1000XM3 noise-cancelling headphones are still a great option for travelers and office workers alike, even in 2021.
Full Review - Tech AdvisorRating, 5 out of 55.0Dominic Preston on November 29, 2019
Sony WH-1000XM3Sony continues its reign as the king of noise cancelling with the WH-1000XM3: the best headphones right now thanks to flawless noise cancellation.
Full Review - Phone ArenaGeorgi Zarkov on October 4, 2018
Sony WH-1000XM3 headphones ReviewThe target group for these headphones appears to be the traveling business person that spends lots of time in noisy environments and relies on the headphones to provide comfort and relaxation. Enjoying the luxury these headphones provide will cost
Full Review - T3Rating, 5 out of 55.0Matthew Bolton on August 6, 2020
Sony WH-1000XM3 review: still great but about to be replaced by WH-1000XM4Sony WH1000XM3 over-ear ANC headphones cut out the noise like nothing else we'd ever heard, before WH-1000XM4 turned up
Full Review - What Hi-Fi?Rating, 5 out of 55.0What Hi-Fi? on August 30, 2018
Sony WH-1000XM3 reviewSony WH-1000XM3 review: a superb pair of noise-cancelling headphones - read at What Hi-Fi?
Full Review - rtings.comRating, 3.9 out of 53.9Marc Henney , Sam Vafaei, Yannick Khong on September 17, 2018
Sony WH-1000XM3 HEADPHONESThe Sony WH-1000XM3 are great headphones for commute and travel and a decent option for most use cases. They have an excellent battery life, great wireless range, and one of the best noise canceling that we've measured so far. They also have a
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Q: QuestionCan I pair these with my Samsung TV?
Asked by SamsungTV.
- A:Answer I experiance that the head set easily connected with my Samsung TV. But the sound is staccato like broken in blits of sound, silence, sound, silence and that is quite annoying. Works fine with my Apple pbone though.
Answered by Disco
Q: QuestionWhere can I go to try these headphones on. I don’t want to pay 350$ for something that doesn’t fit or for something that may not be worth my money.
Asked by William.
- A:Answer They are on display to demo in Best Buy.
Answered by Kotor
Q: QuestionIs there latency when watching videos?
Asked by Olivia.
- A:Answer I have found the response to be perfect and lag free.
Answered by Kotor
Q: QuestionAre they louder than the xm2?
Asked by Jayrun.
- A:Answer The Sony App has a, EQ function which allows you to select several EQ presets or to create your own EQ setting. The various setting sound different and affect perceived loudness.
Answered by Kotor
Q: Questionwill these headphones hook up to smart trv for use with tv
Asked by bobyb.
- A:Answer Yes they will. You can connect them using the included 3.5 mm mini stereo connector or by Bluetooth if your TV is Bluetooth enabled.
Answered by Kotor
Q: QuestionHow is the phone clarity while talking from both ends. What makes Sony WH1000 mx3 better than Bose Quiey Sound 35 II
Asked by PapaDon.
- A:Answer I have found the call quality to be excellent. There is nothing these headphones don't do well. The people I have spoken too can't even tell that I am on a Bluetooth call.
Answered by Kotor29
Q: QuestionI've read that an USB ac adapter is required to charge the Sonywh1000xm3 and it isn't included with headphones....Is this true? Had my Sony's charging all night and it didn't charge using a regular USB port on my TV....
Asked by TazMarc69.
- A:Answer A powered USB port is required to charge these headphones. A USB C cable is included. The reason your TV didn't charge the headphones is possibly because the USB port on some TV's are not powered, or not powered sufficiently to charge a device. I would try another USB port on your TV, if it has one. If not, in my experience virtually any powered USB port will charge these headphones.
Answered by Kotor
Q: QuestionI am considering buying the xm2 so why should I consider buying the wh xm3 instead???
Asked by jackie.
- A:Answer These are much better and worth the extra $50 or however much the difference is at the time of reading this. The sound quality is better, the ANC is 4 times better, and they are much more comfortable. Plus, they charge with USB-C and have quick charging that gives you 5 hours of playback for just 10 minutes of charging.
Answered by Derek