Nothing Buds 2 Plus B184
Nothing
75 Overall Score
vs
Sony WF-1000XM6
Sony
95 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Nothing Buds 2 Plus B184
No customer feedback yet
Sony WF-1000XM6
85 out of 100 low confidence 8 reviews
The Sony WF-1000XM6 earbuds are widely praised for their excellent noise cancellation, improved comfort, and clear sound quality. Users appreciate the textured surface that prevents slipping, the secure fit, and the long battery life. Call quality and microphone performance are also highlighted as strong points. Overall, these earbuds are seen as a worthy upgrade from previous models, especially for those seeking a high-end listening experience.
Pros
- Excellent noise cancellation
- Improved comfort and fit
- Clear and balanced sound quality
- Textured surface prevents slipping
- Long battery life
Cons
- No negative points mentioned in reviews
Noise cancellation 5
Sound quality 5
Comfort and fit 5
Battery life 3
Call quality 4
Build quality 2
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Specifications
| Nothing Buds 2 Plus B184 | Sony WF-1000XM6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | true wireless |
| Ear Tips | — | Four Sizes |
| Weight | 0.05 kg | 0.05 kg★ |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | LCP | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 12 mm★ | 8.399999618530273 mm |
| Drivers | 1 | 1 |
| Freq Min | — | 20 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | — | 40 kHz★ |
| Impedance | 32 Ω | 48 Ω |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | LDAC | LDAC |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | adaptive | adaptive |
| Transparency | — | ✓★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | — | 5.3★ |
| Profiles | — | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP, TMAP |
| Multipoint | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wired Connector | — | SONY WF1000XM6/B Headphones |
| Range | — | 10 m★ |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | — | 8 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | — | 2 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | 10-minute charge for 8.5 hours of playback | 5 min for 1 hour playback |
| Charging | — | USB-C★ |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 61.5 hrs★ | 24 hrs |
| Case Charging | — | USB-C★ |
| Wireless Charging | — | ✓★ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 6 | 8★ |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | ChatGPT | Built-in voice control |
| Touch Controls | — | ✓★ |
| App | Nothing X | Sony | Sound Connect |
| Volume Limiting | — | ✗ |
| Gaming Mode | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Bone Conduction | — | ✓★ |
| Water Resistance | IP55 | IPX4 |
Pros & Cons
Nothing Buds 2 Plus B184
- Strong mic (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong build (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong anc (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong sound (90th percentile)90th %ile
Sony WF-1000XM6
- Strong mic (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong connectivity (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong anc (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong sound (89th percentile)89th %ile
Verdict
Winner: Sony WF-1000XM6
Scores 95 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 14 of 38 specs.