Sony WH-1000XM6
The Sony WH-1000XM6 brings back the folding design, adds a faster QN3 processor with 12 microphones and improves call quality over the XM5.
- Brand
- Sony
- Category
- Headphones
- Released
- 2025
- Price
- $449
- VersusAnything Score
- 42/100
Key features
- Folding hinge returns
- 12-mic QN3 noise cancelling
- Improved call clarity
Best for travellers who want Sony's best ANC and a more compact case.
Sony WH-1000XM6 specifications
| Active noise cancellation | Yes, 12-mic adaptive ANC (QN3) |
|---|---|
| Bluetooth codecs | SBC, AAC, LDAC, LC3 |
| Driver size | 30 mm |
| Weight | 254 g |
| Folds flat/inward | Yes, folds inward |
| Rated battery (ANC on) | 30 h |
| Bluetooth version | 5.3 |
| Multipoint pairing | Yes (2 devices) |
| Launch price (USD) | $449 |
Score breakdown
- Sound (30%)
- Comfort (20%)
- Battery (20%)
- Value (30%)
Scored against every pair of headphones in our database using the headphones weighting.
Pros and cons
Pros
- Folding hinge returns
- 12-mic QN3 noise cancelling
- Improved call clarity
- Strong comfort score (60/100 within headphones)
Cons
- Weaker value score (20/100 within headphones)
- Weaker sound score (45/100 within headphones)
Compare Sony WH-1000XM6 against
Alternatives to Sony WH-1000XM6
- Sony WH-1000XM5 52/100
- Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones 52/100
- Apple AirPods Max (USB-C) 10/100
- Sennheiser Momentum 4 Wireless 68/100
- Beats Studio Pro 76/100
Sources
- Sony WH-1000XM6: Sony official (manufacturer)
Specifications last verified: 2026-10-01. Prices are launch or official list prices in US dollars unless stated. See our sources and data policy.