Sony WH-1000XM6 vs Sony WF-1000XM5
Sony WH-1000XM6 ($399) vs Sony WF-1000XM5 ($300) — side-by-side specs, weight, pros and cons to help you pick the right over-ear.
Spec-by-spec
| Spec | Sony WH-1000XM6 | Sony WF-1000XM5 |
|---|
| Price | $399 | $300 |
| Weight | 250g | 6g |
| ANC | QN3 AI processor | — |
| Battery | 30h / 3h quick | — |
| Codec | LDAC, aptX, AAC | — |
| Fold | Yes, flat | — |
| Multipoint | 2 devices | — |
| Charging | USB-C | — |
Pros & Cons
Sony WH-1000XM6
- Best-in-class ANC
- 30h battery
- LDAC hi-res audio
- Folds flat for travel
- Multipoint dual connection
- Plastic build feels budget
- No USB audio passthrough
- Ear cups get warm
Sony WF-1000XM5 is the better value at $300. Both are part of our curated over-ear index — tap through to check current pricing.