Denon Reference AH-D7200
Bose QuietComfort Ultra (890101-0100)
What Buyers Say
Denon Reference AH-D7200
The Denon AH-D7200 headphones receive mixed but generally positive feedback. Many users praise their warm, musical sound and excellent build quality, with some calling them the best closed-back headphones they've owned. However, a few reviewers report issues with sound separation, durability, and customer service, including a channel imbalance after two years. The ear pads are also noted as tight for larger ears.
Pros
- Warm and musical sound
- Excellent build quality
- Great for closed-back headphones
- Comfortable for long listening
- Good value for money
Cons
- Sound separation could be better
- Durability issues after two years
- Poor customer service
- Ear pads tight for large ears
- No balanced cable included
Bose QuietComfort Ultra (890101-0100)
The Bose QuietComfort Ultra headphones receive overwhelmingly positive feedback for their exceptional noise cancellation, comfort, and sound quality. Users praise the immersive audio and long battery life, though some note issues with connectivity, touch controls, and comfort compared to previous models. A few mention the high price and occasional quality control problems, but overall, most consider them a worthwhile investment.
Pros
- Exceptional noise cancellation
- Superb comfort for long wear
- Rich, immersive sound quality
- Long battery life
- Sleek, lightweight design
Cons
- High price point
- Connectivity issues
- Touch controls sometimes unresponsive
- Comfort less than previous models
- Battery drain in standby
Scores
Specifications
| Denon Reference AH-D7200 | Bose QuietComfort Ultra | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Weight | 0.39 kg | 0.23 kg★ |
| Ear Cushion | memory foam, ultra-soft artificial leather | Protein Leather |
| Headband | sheepskin leather | Aluminum, Plastic |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | Nano-fiber/paper diaphragm + Free Edge | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 50 mm★ | — |
| Drivers | — | 1★ |
| Freq Min | 5 Hz★ | — |
| Freq Max | 55 kHz★ | — |
| Impedance | 25 Ω | 32 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 105 dB★ | 75 dB |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | Denon AH-D7200 Reference Over-Ear Headphones with Unique FreeEdge Driver, Wood | BREAKTHROUGH SPATIALIZED AUDIO: Super immersive sound spatializes everything, taking the music out of your head and placing it in front of you to push the boundaries of listening. |
| Surround | — | Spatial Audio |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✗ | ✓★ |
| ANC Type | — | hybrid |
| Transparency | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Bluetooth | — | 5.4★ |
| Profiles | — | A2DP, HFP, AVRCP |
| Multipoint | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Wired Connector | 6.35mm | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cable Length | 3 m | 0.5099999904632568 m |
| Range | — | 9.100000381469727 m★ |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | — | 30 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | — | 3 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | — | 15 min for 2.5 hours playback |
| Charging | — | USB-C★ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Mic Count | — | 2★ |
| NC Mic | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | ✗ |
| Detachable Mic | ✗ | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | — | Google Assistant |
| Touch Controls | ✗ | ✓★ |
| App | Denon Audio | Bose app |
| Volume Limiting | — | ✗ |
| Gaming Mode | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Water Resistance | — | IPX0 |
Pros & Cons
Denon Reference AH-D7200
- Strong sound (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong build (75th percentile)
- Below average affordability (2nd percentile)2nd %ile
- Below average mic (15th percentile)15th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (22nd percentile)
- Below average social proof (28th percentile)
Bose QuietComfort Ultra (890101-0100)
- Strong connectivity (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong build (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong anc (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong social proof (84th percentile)84th %ile
- Below average affordability (8th percentile)8th %ile
Pricing
Bose QuietComfort Ultra (890101-0100) offers 5.4x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 91 overall, wins 6 of 7 usage categories and 17 of 42 specs.
