Home > Wireless earbuds comparison > Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 vs Sony LinkBuds S
89points
Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3
86points
Sony LinkBuds S
$179
Comparison winner
$179
vs
vs
63 facts in comparison
Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3
Sony LinkBuds S
Why is Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 better than Sony LinkBuds S?
- 1 hours longer battery life?
7 hoursvs6 hours - 2 mm bigger driver unit?
7 mmvs5 mm - Has aptX?
- Wingtips included?
- 1 more live Bluetooth connections?
3vs2 - 15 Hz lower low-frequency?
5 Hzvs20 Hz - 1.5x longer battery life of the charging case?
21 hoursvs14 hours - 0.5 hours shorter charge time?
1.5 hoursvs2 hours
Why is Sony LinkBuds S better than Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3?
- Has find earbuds feature?
- Has Dolby Atmos?
- Has a neodymium magnet?
- Has LDAC?
- 19000 Hz higher high-frequency?
40000 Hzvs21000 Hz - 1 g lighter?
9.6 gvs10.6 g
Which are the most popular comparisons?
Price comparison
Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3
Sennheiser Consumer Audio MOMENTUM True Wireless 3 Earbuds Bluetooth In-Ear Headphones for Music and Call...Sennheiser Consumer Audio MOMENTUM True Wireless 3 Earbuds Bluetooth In-Ear Headphones for Music and Calls with ANC,Multipoint connectivity,IPX4,Qi charging,28-hour Battery Life Compact Design,Black
$179
1pcs Shockproof Headphone Case Non-slip Sleeve Frame Compatible For Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 E...1pcs Shockproof Headphone Case Non-slip Sleeve Frame Compatible For Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 Earbuds
$1.47
Infiter Eartips Earplug For Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 3 Ear tips Earbuds Bluetooth Headset Earplu...Infiter Eartips Earplug For Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 3 Ear tips Earbuds Bluetooth Headset Earplug Sleeve Silicone SMP
$5.06
Solid Wood Earphone Case for Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 3 Earphone Protective Sleeve with Hook Ear...Solid Wood Earphone Case for Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 3 Earphone Protective Sleeve with Hook Earphone Accessories
$13
Cheap alternatives
6
Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro
7
Xiaomi Redmi Buds 4 Pro
8
Soundpeats Air 4 Pro
9
Xiaomi Buds 4 Pro
10
Oppo Enco Air 3 Pro
1
Realme Buds Air 5 Pro
2
JBL Reflect Aero
3
Anker Soundcore Liberty 4 NC
5
Xiaomi Redmi Buds 5 Pro
6
Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro
7
Xiaomi Redmi Buds 4 Pro
8
Soundpeats Air 4 Pro
9
Xiaomi Buds 4 Pro
10
Oppo Enco Air 3 Pro
1
Realme Buds Air 5 Pro
2
JBL Reflect Aero
3
Anker Soundcore Liberty 4 NC
4
Anker Soundcore Liberty 3 Pro
5
Xiaomi Redmi Buds 5 Pro
6
Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro
7
Xiaomi Redmi Buds 4 Pro
8
Soundpeats Air 4 Pro
9
Xiaomi Buds 4 Pro
10
Oppo Enco Air 3 Pro
User reviews
Overall rating
Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3
9.2
6 User reviews
Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3
9.2/10
6 User reviews
Sony LinkBuds S
8.7
19 User reviews
Sony LinkBuds S
8.7/10
19 User reviews
Features
Build quality
9.3/10
6 votes
8.7/10
19 votes
Sound quality
10.0/10
6 votes
8.7/10
19 votes
Design
8.8/10
6 votes
9.4/10
19 votes
Comfort
9.0/10
6 votes
9.6/10
19 votes
Battery life
9.8/10
6 votes
8.0/10
19 votes
Comments
Ankit
1 year ago
9 / 10
Superb sounding pair
Ankit
1 year ago
9 / 10
Great well-balanced sound. Soundstage is great for in-ear. Additional bass can be added by turning on bass boost, which actually adds quality bass and not just demolish the drivers. Loudness is also more than enough, not extremely loud, but above 90% volume becomes very loud for comfort. Zero deterioration of sound even at full volume. Microphone quality is also very solid. Speaking at very low volumes is also caught by the microphones while calling. ANC works pretty good, so does the transparency mode. Battery backup is extremely good. I struggled to just see some drop in the battery percentage, but was unable to do so in an entire day of very light usage. Supplied accessories are also of very good quality. Bluetooth latency is also non existent.The only drawback I faced is that the pair is not very practical to use as a standalone pair. Even though the buds and the charging case are pretty compact, still they are not very compact for everyday heavy usage. Could be a different story for some people, but for me the buds are somewhat bulky for an entire day's usage. Also the charging case is slightly bulky and just a little hassle to store if you wear jeans.
Pros
- Sound Quality
- Battery Backup
- Build Quality
- Sub Bass
- Well-Balanced Sound
Cons
- Slightly bulky
- Steep price for daily driver
1 users found this helpful
Note Series
4 months ago
7 / 10
Overrated
Note Series
4 months ago
7 / 10
I brought this due to positive reviews from the internet but in my personal experienced it was disappointment for this pricey earbuds you should expect high quality earbuds. The earbuds itself looks cheap but the battery case is premium, the sound quality is good specially using the equalizer on the app so you must download the app from android or ios, the battery above average and call quality is clear. I just used it for over 6 months and the left buds suddenly stops working for no reason and i don't even use it daily or regularly.
Pros
- Comfort
- Sounds
- Battery life
- Call quality
- Battery case
Cons
- Pricey
- Poor build quality for the price
- Cheap design for this price
1 users found this helpful
Talão
1 year ago
10 / 10
Very comfortable
Talão
1 year ago
10 / 10
Had to try 2 other big brands but none of them fitted my ears the way these guys did!Daily user, max couple of hours and no need to charge case often. Very comfortable the entire time I’ve them on, including at gym and outdoor running.
0 users found this helpful
Write a review
Design
Fit
In-ear
In-ear
The fit of the earbuds.
Ingress Protection (IP) rating
IPX4
IPX4
The first number of the IP rating refers to protection against dust, while the second number refers to protection against liquid. E.g. a first number of 6 denotes that it is completely dustproof, and a second number of 7 denotes that the device can withstand full immersion in water.
weight
10.6 g
9.6 g
We consider a lower weight better because lighter devices are more comfortable to carry. A lower weight is also an advantage for home appliances, as it makes transportation easier, and for many other types of products.
has no wires or cables
✔Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3
✔Sony LinkBuds S
True wireless devices have no cables connecting any part of the device together. This is an important distinction as some wireless earbuds have cables connecting the two earbuds together.
wingtips included
✔Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3
✖Sony LinkBuds S
These earbuds come with wingtips that can be attached for a more secure fit. Wingtips come in handy for sports and other physical activities. When used correctly, they prevent the earbuds from falling off.
sweat resistance
✔Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3
✔Sony LinkBuds S
Resistance to sweat makes it ideal for use while doing sports.
is dustproof and water-resistant
✖Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3
✖Sony LinkBuds S
The device is dustproof and water-resistant. Water-resistant devices can resist the penetration of water, such as powerful water jets, but not being submerged into water.
has RGB lighting
✖Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3
✖Sony LinkBuds S
RGB lighting allows you to choose between millions of colors and customize the look of your PC components.
has stereo speakers
✔Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3
✔Sony LinkBuds S
Devices with stereo speakers deliver sound from independent channels on both left and right sides, creating a richer sound and a better experience.
Sound quality
has active noise cancellation (ANC)
✔Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3
✔Sony LinkBuds S
This type of device allows you to listen at lower volume levels, causing less ear fatigue as you don't have to crank up the volume to overcome background noise. Ideal for plane rides and morning commutes.
has passive noise reduction
✔Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3
✔Sony LinkBuds S
The device sits tightly in place, creating an acoustic seal which reduces background noise and prevents your music from leaking out.
driver unit size
7 mm
5 mm
The driver unit is the component that produces sound in the device. Bigger drivers are more powerful and can produce better bass.
lowest frequency
5 Hz
20 Hz
The lowest frequency at which the device produces audio. The lower the low-frequency response, the stronger and juicier the bass.
highest frequency
21000 Hz
40000 Hz
The highest frequency at which device produces audio. The higher the high-frequency response, the clearer and crispier the treble.
has Dolby Atmos
✖Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3
✔Sony LinkBuds S
Dolby Atmos is a surround sound technology that allows sounds to be interpreted as three-dimensional objects. By doing so, Dolby Atmos allows for immersive, 360-degree sound.
impedance
Unknown. Help us by suggesting a value. (Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3)
Unknown. Help us by suggesting a value. (Sony LinkBuds S)
Impedance is the device’s electrical resistance to the current being pushed through it. The lower the impedance, the easier it is to get higher volume and requires less power.
sound pressure level
107 dB/mW
Unknown. Help us by suggesting a value. (Sony LinkBuds S)
Devices with a higher sound pressure level are generally louder when supplied with any given audio source.
has a neodymium magnet
✖Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3
✔Sony LinkBuds S
Devices with neodymium magnets are lighter and more powerful than those which use ferrite magnets. They also have more bass and clear high notes.
Power
Battery life
7 hours
6 hours
The device's battery life (when in use) as given by the manufacturer. With a longer battery life you have to charge the device less often.
Battery life of charging case
21 hours
14 hours
The battery life of the charging case as given by the manufacturer. A charging case with a longer battery life allows you to recharge your headphones on the go multiple times before having to recharge the case itself.
Battery life (ANC)
7 hours
6 hours
The battery life when using active noise cancellation (ANC), as given by the manufacturer.
charge time
1.5 hours
2 hours
The time it takes to fully charge the battery.
battery power
Unknown. Help us by suggesting a value. (Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3)
Unknown. Help us by suggesting a value. (Sony LinkBuds S)
Battery power, or battery capacity, represents the amount of electrical energy that a battery can store. More battery power can be an indication of longer battery life.
has wireless charging
✔Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3
✖Sony LinkBuds S
It supports a wireless charging standard such as Qi. To charge the device, you simply put it down on a compatible charging pad.
Has a solar power battery
✖Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3
✖Sony LinkBuds S
A solar battery takes its energy from light, and stores it in a self-recharging battery which never needs to be changed.
has a battery level indicator
✔Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3
✔Sony LinkBuds S
An indicator shows you when the device has low battery.
has a rechargeable battery
✔Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3
✔Sony LinkBuds S
The battery can be recharged and used over again.
Connectivity
Has USB Type-C
✔Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3
✔Sony LinkBuds S
The USB Type-C features reversible plug orientation and cable direction.
Bluetooth version
5.2
5.2
Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that allows data transfers between devices placed in close proximity, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves. Newer versions provide faster data transfers.
has LDAC
✖Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3
✔Sony LinkBuds S
LDAC is a codec developed by Sony for Bluetooth audio. It is capable of a very high bitrate of 990kbps, which provides high resolution audio. It can also automatically adjust to a lower bitrate of 330kbps or 660kbps to increase stability.
has aptX Adaptive
✔Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3
✖Sony LinkBuds S
aptx Adaptive is an audio codec for Bluetooth devices that is developed by Qualcomm. It has a variable bit rate (between 279kbps and 420kbps), which means it can adjust the bit rate for different scenarios, such as listening to HD audio or reducing interference from other devices.
has aptX Low Latency
✖Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3
✖Sony LinkBuds S
aptX Low Latency is a codec developed by Qualcomm. It uses Bluetooth 5.0 technology to provide low latency audio (around 40ms), which is useful when you want to avoid audio lag (e.g. when playing games).
has aptX HD
✖Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3
✖Sony LinkBuds S
aptX HD is an audio codec for Bluetooth devices that is developed by Qualcomm. It supports high quality 24-bit audio (at a bit rate of 576kbps).
has aptX
✔Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3
✖Sony LinkBuds S
aptX is a codec used for transmitting audio wirelessly with Bluetooth. It is developed by Qualcomm, and supports 16-bit audio at a bit rate of 384kbps.
has aptX Lossless
✖Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3
✖Sony LinkBuds S
aptX Lossless is an audio codec for Bluetooth devices that is developed by Qualcomm. It supports high quality 16-bit/44.1kHz audio (at a maximum bit rate of 1200kbps). This codec provides CD-quality audio without any loss of data.
audio latency
Unknown. Help us by suggesting a value. (Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3)
Unknown. Help us by suggesting a value. (Sony LinkBuds S)
Latency refers to the time it takes for the audio signal to be transmitted to your headphones/earbuds. Lower latency reduces audio lag, and is particularly important when playing games or watching videos.
Features
has ambient sound mode
✔Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3
✔Sony LinkBuds S
Ambient sound mode uses microphones to pass through ambient noises so that they can still be heard. It’s useful when you want to listen to music but also be aware of what’s happening around you, for example when you’re jogging but still want to be able to hear traffic.
has in/on-ear detection
✔Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3
✔Sony LinkBuds S
Sensors can detect when they are removed from your ears so that the music is paused, saving battery life.
has find earbuds feature
✖Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3
✔Sony LinkBuds S
You can use the app to play a sound from your earbuds to help you locate them.
Supports fast charging
✔Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3
✔Sony LinkBuds S
Fast charging technologies, like Qualcomm’s Quick Charge or MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to reduce the time it takes to charge a device. For example, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery can be charged to 50% in just 30 minutes.
multipoint count
3
2
Multipoint allows you to link to more Bluetooth devices and switch between them. For example you can easily switch calls from one device to another without having to manually disconnect and reconnect.
has a mute function
✔Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3
✔Sony LinkBuds S
The device has an option to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the device.
can be used as a headset
✔Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3
✔Sony LinkBuds S
A headset is one headphone or pair with a built-in microphone. Headsets can be used for apps that require communication i.e. Skype, games with voice chat, mobile phones, etc.
control panel placed on a device
✔Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3
✔Sony LinkBuds S
There is a control panel on the device body, so you can easily access the volume control or remote without having to interact with a cable or another device it's connected to.
warranty period
Unknown. Help us by suggesting a value. (Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3)
2 years
When covered under the manufacturer’s warranty it is possible to get a replacement in the case of a malfunction. Note: This may vary by region.
Microphone
number of microphones
6
6
More microphones result in better sound quality and enable the device to filter out background noise.
has a noise-canceling microphone
✔Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3
✔Sony LinkBuds S
These microphones are designed to filter out background noise from the desired sound. Especially useful in noisy environments.
mic sensitivity
Unknown. Help us by suggesting a value. (Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3)
Unknown. Help us by suggesting a value. (Sony LinkBuds S)
It's the 'loudness' of the sound that the microphone can pick up.
highest mic frequency
Unknown. Help us by suggesting a value. (Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3)
Unknown. Help us by suggesting a value. (Sony LinkBuds S)
The highest frequency that the mic can pick up. Better for recording treble.
lowest mic frequency
Unknown. Help us by suggesting a value. (Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3)
Unknown. Help us by suggesting a value. (Sony LinkBuds S)
The lowest frequency that the mic can pick up. Better for recording bass.
Price comparison
Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3
Sennheiser Consumer Audio MOMENTUM True Wireless 3 Earbuds Bluetooth In-Ear Headphones for Music and Call...Sennheiser Consumer Audio MOMENTUM True Wireless 3 Earbuds Bluetooth In-Ear Headphones for Music and Calls with ANC,Multipoint connectivity,IPX4,Qi charging,28-hour Battery Life Compact Design,Black
$179
1pcs Shockproof Headphone Case Non-slip Sleeve Frame Compatible For Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 E...1pcs Shockproof Headphone Case Non-slip Sleeve Frame Compatible For Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 Earbuds
$1.47
Infiter Eartips Earplug For Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 3 Ear tips Earbuds Bluetooth Headset Earplu...Infiter Eartips Earplug For Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 3 Ear tips Earbuds Bluetooth Headset Earplug Sleeve Silicone SMP
$5.06
Solid Wood Earphone Case for Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 3 Earphone Protective Sleeve with Hook Ear...Solid Wood Earphone Case for Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 3 Earphone Protective Sleeve with Hook Earphone Accessories
$13
Which are the best wireless earbuds?
6
Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX
7
Xround Voca
8
Jabra Elite 8 Active
9
OnePlus Buds Pro 2
10
Bowers & Wilkins Pi7 S2
1
Nuraphone NuraTrue Pro
2
LG Tone Free T90
3
Sony WF-1000XM5
4
Denon PerL Pro
5
Realme Buds Air 5 Pro
6
Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX
7
Xround Voca
8
Jabra Elite 8 Active
9
OnePlus Buds Pro 2
10
Bowers & Wilkins Pi7 S2
1
Nuraphone NuraTrue Pro
2
LG Tone Free T90
3
Sony WF-1000XM5
4
Denon PerL Pro
5
Realme Buds Air 5 Pro
6
Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX
7
Xround Voca
8
Jabra Elite 8 Active
9
OnePlus Buds Pro 2
10
Bowers & Wilkins Pi7 S2
Show all