Sony WH-1000XM6: specs and price
Category strengths
Why is Sony WH-1000XM6 better than the average?
- 16 h more Battery life (earbuds) ?40 h vs 24 h (avg)
- 10.8 mm more Driver size ?30 mm vs 19.2 mm (avg)
- 11 h more Battery life (ANC on) ?30 h vs 19 h (avg)
Specifications
Quality bars are generated automatically against 1 other headphones.
Sound quality
Larger drivers can move more air for fuller sound.
The driver technology (e.g. dynamic, planar magnetic).
A lower figure means deeper bass response.
A higher figure means more detailed treble.
The full range of frequencies the headphones reproduce.
Higher sensitivity plays louder from the same volume level.
A lower impedance is easier to drive from phones and laptops.
Higher-quality codecs carry more detail; more support means better device matching.
Creates an immersive, three-dimensional soundstage.
Plays back high-resolution audio above CD quality.
Features
Electronically cancels background noise.
Automatically tunes noise cancelling to your surroundings.
Physically blocks outside noise with a tight seal.
Lets outside sound in so you stay aware of surroundings.
A companion app lets you tune the sound to taste.
Summon a voice assistant hands-free from the earbuds.
Tap or swipe the earbuds to control playback and calls.
Pauses playback when you remove an earbud.
Locate the earbuds if you misplace them.
Battery
Listening time on a single charge.
Total listening time including the charging case.
Listening time with active noise cancellation enabled.
The case can be charged wirelessly.
The case charges over a standard USB-C cable.
A short charge gives hours of playback.
How long a full charge of the case takes; lower is better.
Connectivity
A newer Bluetooth version improves range and efficiency.
Stay connected to two devices at once.
More microphones improve call clarity and noise cancelling.
Reduces audio lag for gaming and video.
Can also be used with a cable when needed.
Comfort
The wearing style of the headphones.
Lighter earbuds are more comfortable for long sessions.
The IP rating against sweat and water.
Folds down to pack away more easily.
The colour options the headphones are sold in.
Ratings & reviews
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The bottom line
The Sony WH-1000XM6 earns a VS Score of 58, comfortably above average among the 2 headphones we compare here. It stands out for 16 h more Battery life (earbuds), 10.8 mm more Driver size and 11 h more Battery life (ANC on). For most buyers it is an easy recommendation.
The VS Score is generated automatically from the weighted specifications above, measured against all other headphones in our database. Treat it as a shortlisting guide — not a substitute for your own priorities.
