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Headphones and earbuds: drivers, noise cancelling, codecs, battery and price, from each manufacturer's own specifications.
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Sony WH-1000XM6
Sony
9.5ScoreForm factorOver-ear, closed back—PLUGGold-plated L-shaped stereo mini plug
Sony WF-1000XM6
Sony
9.3ScoreDriver8.4mm—BodyCopyCrafted with mastering-engineer insight and advanced noise-cancelling technology, the WF-1000XM6 delivers faithful, detailed sound. The refined ergonomic design keeps the fit natural for listening that lasts.
Apple AirPods Pro 3
Apple
9.2ScoreChipApple H2 headphone chip, Apple second-generation Ultra Wideband chip in MagSafe Charging Case—BatteryUp to 8 hours of listening time on a single charge with Active Noise Cancellation enabled (up to 7.5 hours with Spatial Audio and Head Tracking enabled) 17, Up to 6.5 hours of listening time on a single charge with heart rate sensing during workouts 18, Up to 10 hours of listening time on a single charge in Transparency using the Hearing Aid feature 19, Up to 24 hours of listening time with Active Noise Cancellation enabled 21, 5 minutes in the case provides around 1 hour of listening time 22
Bose QuietComfort Ultra
Bose
9.0ScoreCodecsSBC, AAC, aptX Adaptive—Weight254 g- AppleImage unavailable
AirPods Max 2
Apple
ChipApple H2 headphone chip (each ear cup)—SiriSay just “Siri” 9 or ”Hey Siri” to do things like play a song, make a call, or get directions, Siri Interactions 10 - AppleImage unavailable
Apple AirPods 5
Apple
ChipH2 headphone chip—DesignOpen-ear form factor; improved dust, sweat, and water resistance (no IP rating published) - GoogleImage unavailable
Pixel Buds Pro 2
Google
PerformanceGemini—Spatial Audio— - SonyImage unavailable
WH-CH720N
Sony
ComfortSuper comfortable lightweight design—Battery Lifeup to 35 hours