Beyerdynamic AVENTHO 300
Beyerdynamic
85 Overall Score
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Sony WH-1000XM6
Sony
95 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Beyerdynamic AVENTHO 300
78 out of 100 low confidence 7 reviews
These headphones are praised for their analytical sound, exceptional separation, and bass texture, especially with aptX lossless codecs. However, they are not recommended for casual listening or movies due to a fatiguing and unforgiving sound signature. Battery life and low latency are appreciated, but the soundstage can feel flat on grand orchestral pieces.
Pros
- Exceptional separation and resolution
- Rich bass texture
- Low latency with Bluetooth
- Great with aptX lossless codecs
- Excellent for electronic music
Cons
- Fatiguing for movies and casual listening
- Flat soundstage on grand orchestral pieces
- Requires aptX-compatible source for best sound
Sound quality 2
Analytical sound signature 2
Battery life 1
Latency 1
Codec support 1
Comfort for casual use 1
Sony WH-1000XM6
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Specifications
| Beyerdynamic AVENTHO 300 | Sony WH-1000XM6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.32 kg | 0.25 kg★ |
| Ear Cushion | memory foam | synthetic leather |
| Headband | memory foam | synthetic leather |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 45 mm★ | 30 mm |
| Drivers | 1★ | — |
| Freq Min | 5 Hz | 5 Hz |
| Freq Max | 22 kHz★ | — |
| Impedance | 32 Ω | 48 Ω |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | AAC, aptX, aptX Adaptive | LDAC |
| Surround | Dolby Atmos | — |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | adaptive | adaptive |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.4★ | 5.3 |
| Profiles | AVDTP, AVDTP, GAVDP, SPP, A2DP, AVRCP, HFP | — |
| Multipoint | ✓★ | — |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Range | 15 m★ | — |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 50 hrs★ | 30 hrs |
| Charge Time | 2 hrs★ | 3 hrs |
| Fast Charging | 10 Minutes for 5 Hours | 10 min for 3 hours playback |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 6 | 12★ |
| NC Mic | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | ✗ |
| Detachable Mic | ✗ | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Dolby Head Tracking Technology | — |
| Touch Controls | ✗ | ✓★ |
| App | Beyerdynamic | Sony | Sound Connect |
| Volume Limiting | ✗ | — |
| Gaming Mode | ✓★ | — |
Pros & Cons
Beyerdynamic AVENTHO 300
- Strong connectivity (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong anc (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong sound (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong battery (87th percentile)87th %ile
Sony WH-1000XM6
- Strong social proof (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong mic (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong anc (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong connectivity (89th percentile)89th %ile
Verdict
Winner: Sony WH-1000XM6
Scores 95 overall, wins 5 of 7 usage categories and 4 of 39 specs.