Sony WH-1000XM6

Foldable design is back ; Improved noise-cancellation ; Clearer, more balanced sound ; Stacked with features and convenience ; Strong battery performance

New fast-charging feature requires ‘optional’ cable ; Px7 S3 beats it for sound ; ‘Modern’ appearance is arguably bland

If you’ve been a Sony fan then the WH-1000XM6 registers some of the biggest generations in a couple of generations. The design remains comfortable, the noise-cancellation is improved, they’re stacked with features and convenience for the tech-focused...

Incredible noise attenuation, considerable battery life, low hassle magnetic clasp case

Audio delivery consistency issues

Upgraded design with more comfortable fit ; Improved noise canceling and sound quality ; New QN3 chip is seven times as powerful as QN1 chip in XM5 ; Excellent voice-calling performance with more mics ; Improved transparency mode ; Spatial audio with...

$50 more than previous model ; No USB-C audio ; It's not so clear how you access spatial audio

The new Sony WH-1000XM6 prove that seemingly small and incremental changes between two generations of products can be impactful, useful, and largely felt. The XM6 are ideal for people who value noise cancellation and sound over style or headphones that...

The new Sony WH-1000XM6 prove that seemingly small and incremental changes between two generations of products can be impactful, useful, and largely felt. The XM6 are ideal for people who value noise cancellation and sound over style or headphones that...

The new Sony WH-1000XM6 prove that seemingly small and incremental changes between two generations of products can be impactful, useful, and largely felt. The XM6 are ideal for people who value noise cancellation and sound over style or headphones that...