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Sony WH-1000XM6 vs Bose QuietComfort Ultra Specs

Side-by-side specs for Sony WH-1000XM6 vs Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones. Highlighted rows show where the numbers or features differ. This page is a specification table — not a ranked “best of” list.

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Spec Sony WH-1000XM6 Sony Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones Bose
Brand SonyBose
Approx. price (USD) ~$450~$379
Weight 254 g250 g
Battery (ANC on) 30 hrs24 hrs
ANC type Adaptive NC Optimizer (QN3, 12 mics)CustomTune + Immersive Audio ANC
Driver size 30 mmNot published
Bluetooth 5.35.3
Multipoint YesYes
Foldable YesYes
Charging USB-C, 3 min = 3 hrs; listen while chargingUSB-C, 15 min = 2.5 hrs
Codecs LDAC, LC3, AAC, SBCAAC, SBC (no LDAC/aptX)
IP rating NoneNone
Mic / calls AI beamforming with 6 talk mics; strong outdoor calls4 mics; clear voice pickup
Best for Flagship ANC successor with foldable travel designClass-leading comfort and Immersive Audio
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Sony WH-1000XM6

Flagship ANC successor with foldable travel design

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Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones

Class-leading comfort and Immersive Audio

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How to read this table

Rows with a soft yellow background differ between the models shown. Battery figures are manufacturer claims with ANC on (playback volume and Immersive/Spatial modes can reduce runtime). Codec support depends on your phone’s Bluetooth stack — LDAC and aptX Adaptive need compatible Android devices; Apple devices typically use AAC.