Sony WH-1000XM4 vs Shokz OpenRun Pro 2
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| Feature |  Sony WH-1000XM4 |  Shokz OpenRun Pro 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | KSh 25,000.00 | KSh 24,500.00 |
| Drivers | 1.57 ", dome type (CCAW Voice coil) | Bone-conduction driver + 18 x 11mm air-conduction driver |
| Connection | Bluetooth + Stereo Mini Jack | Bluetooth |
| Active Noise Cancellation | Yes | No |
| Battery Life | 30 hours (ANC on), 38 hours (ANC off); talk time up to 30 hours | Up to 12 hours |
| Water & Dust Resistance | — | IP55 |
| Weight | 254g (headphones only) | 30.3g |
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General
| Specification | Sony WH-1000XM4 | Shokz OpenRun Pro 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Sony | Shokz |
| Model | WH-1000XM4 | OpenRun Pro 2 |
| Announced | 2020 | 2024 |
| Type | Over-Ear Wireless Headphones | Open-Ear Wireless Sports Headset |
| Color | Black, Silver | Official colorways vary by market and selected variant |
Design
| Specification | Sony WH-1000XM4 | Shokz OpenRun Pro 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 254g (headphones only) | 30.3g |
| Dimensions | Headphones: 9.94 x 8.03 x 2.85 inches (252 x 204 x 72 mm); Folded: 7.87 x 6.69 x 2.85 inches | — |
Battery & Charging
| Specification | Sony WH-1000XM4 | Shokz OpenRun Pro 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Battery Life | 30 hours (ANC on), 38 hours (ANC off); talk time up to 30 hours | Up to 12 hours |
| Charging Time | Approx. 3 Hours (Full charge) | — |
| Charging Port | USB-C | USB-C |
| Wireless Charging | No | — |
| Fast Charging | — | 5 minutes provides up to 2.5 hours |
Connectivity
| Specification | Sony WH-1000XM4 | Shokz OpenRun Pro 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Connection | Bluetooth + Stereo Mini Jack | Bluetooth |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.0 | Bluetooth 5.3 |
| Bluetooth Range | Line of sight approx. 30 ft (10 m) | 10m |
| Connector | Gold-plated L-shaped stereo mini plug | — |
| Cable Length | Headphone cable (approx. 3.94 ft, OFC strands, gold-plated stereo mini plug) | — |
| App Support | Sony | Sound Connect | Shokz app |
| Multipoint Connection | — | Yes |
Features
| Specification | Sony WH-1000XM4 | Shokz OpenRun Pro 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Sensors | Wear detection, touch controls, proximity/acceleration sensors | — |
| Special Features | Atmospheric Pressure Optimizing; Personal Nc Optimizer; Passive Operation | Standard wraparound size; nickel-titanium frame |
Audio
| Specification | Sony WH-1000XM4 | Shokz OpenRun Pro 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Drivers | 1.57 ", dome type (CCAW Voice coil) | Bone-conduction driver + 18 x 11mm air-conduction driver |
| Frequency Response | 4 Hz-40,000 Hz | 20Hz–20kHz |
| Audio Codecs | SBC, AAC, LDAC | — |
| Active Noise Cancellation | Yes | No |
| Transparency / Ambient Mode | Ambient Sound, Quick Attention | Open-ear situational awareness |
| Microphones | Built-in microphones | Dual wind-resistant microphones with AI noise reduction |
| Audio Features | Dsee Extreme; Passive Operation; Magnet: Neodymium | DualPitch; DirectPitch; four preset and two custom EQ modes |
Charging Case
| Specification | Sony WH-1000XM4 | Shokz OpenRun Pro 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Case Type | N/A - no charging case | N/A - no charging case |
| Case Battery Life | N/A - no charging case | N/A - no charging case |
| Case Charging | N/A - no charging case | N/A - no charging case |
| Case Charging Port | N/A - no charging case | N/A - no charging case |
| Case Wireless Charging | N/A - no charging case | N/A - no charging case |
| Case Dimensions | N/A - no charging case | N/A - no charging case |
| Case Weight | N/A - no charging case | N/A - no charging case |
| Case Water & Dust Resistance | N/A - no charging case | N/A - no charging case |
| Case Features | N/A - no charging case | N/A - no charging case |
Design & Controls
| Specification | Sony WH-1000XM4 | Shokz OpenRun Pro 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Controls | Quick Attention | Physical multifunction and volume controls |
| Ear Tips / Ear Cushions | Cushioned earcups | N/A - open-ear design |
| Water & Dust Resistance | — | IP55 |
What's in the Box
| Specification | Sony WH-1000XM4 | Shokz OpenRun Pro 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Headphones / Earbuds | WH-1000XM4 headphones | OpenRun Pro 2 headphones |
| Charging Case | N/A - no charging case | N/A - no charging case |
| Charging Cable | USB Cable: Type-C TM (approx. 7.87") | USB-C cable |
| Audio Cable | N/A - not included | N/A - wireless open-ear design |
| Ear Tips / Accessories | N/A - over-ear design | N/A - open-ear design |
| Documentation | Quick start and safety documentation | User guide and legal/warranty documentation |
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