David vs. Goliath! Sony WF-1000XM4 vs. Linkbuds S ultimate comparison with sound samples

Comparing two premium true wireless earbuds from Sony. The flagship incumbent WF-1000XM4 vs. the newcomer, lighter and cheaper Linkbuds S. Definitive comparison including actual sound clips recorded through a fake head stereo microphone setup! My custom EQs: WF-1000XM4: Clear bass (+7), 400 (0), 1k (0), 2.5k (+2), 6.3k (+2), 16k (+2) Linkbuds S: Clear bass (+7), 400 (0), 1k (+3), 2.5 (+4), 6.3k (+6), 16k (+3) Links: Sony WF-1000XM4 - https://amzn.to/3BvytOU Sony Linkbuds S - https://amzn.to/3S1BTzT Comfortable ear tip replacements for XM4's! - https://amzn.to/3QU21eE NOTE: I participate in the Amazon Associate program, using the links above earns me a very small commission at no cost to you. Thank you for your support! 00:00 Intro 00:35 Similarities 01:37 Size/weight & design 02:44 Fit and comfort 04:29 Battery life & charging 04:58 ANC & Ambient Sound 05:51 Microphone comparison 07:39 Sound quality DEMO 09:14 DEMO - Rock 10:06 DEMO - Jazz 10:55 DEMO - Pop 11:45 Sound quality review 14:08 So... which one?!