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Sony LinkBuds S
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Sony LinkBuds S

$1992022

Pros

  • Extremely compact and lightweight — barely noticeable when worn
  • LDAC hi-res audio support at a sub-$200 price
  • Solid ANC performance for such a small form factor
  • Multipoint Bluetooth and Bluetooth LE Audio support
  • Speak-to-Chat and Adaptive Sound Control are genuinely useful

Cons

  • Smaller driver means less bass depth than larger rivals
  • ANC is good but not as powerful as Sony WH-1000XM5 or WF-1000XM5
  • IPX4 only — not suitable for heavy sweat or rain
  • Small ear tips may not seal well for all ear shapes

Full Specifications

SpecSony LinkBuds S
Active Noise Cancelling
Typein-ear
Weight4.8 g (per bud)
Battery
Battery life6 hrs buds (ANC on), 14 hrs additional with case
ChargingUSB-C, Qi wireless
Drivers5 mm dynamic driver
FeaturesLDAC hi-res wireless audio, Integrated Processor V1 + QN1e chip, Adaptive Sound Control, Speak-to-Chat, Multipoint Bluetooth pairing, Smallest and lightest Sony ANC earbuds, Bluetooth LE Audio (LC3)
Connectivity
Wired option
CodecsLDAC, LC3, AAC, SBC
Bluetooth5.2
Multipoint
Water ResistanceIPX4 (buds)

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