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Sony WH-1000XM3

8.2
/ 10

Specifications

Impedance
16 Ω
Sensitivity
109 dB/mW
Type
Over-ear
Amp required
Not necessary

Score by configuration

No amplifier
7
Portable amp
7.5
Desktop amp
8.2

Max score assumes optimal full audio chain.

Analysis

The Sony WH-1000XM3 is a high end over-ear with 16Ω impedance and 109dB sensitivity. At 16Ω, these headphones drive well from most phones and computers without needing an external amplifier.

Your audio source matters more than most people think. Spotify High Quality is fine for casual listening, but with FLAC files or lossless services like Apple Music or TIDAL you'll hear a clear improvement — especially with high end headphones like these.

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