Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC900BT
Audio-Technica
72 Overall Score
vs
Sony WH-1000XM6
Sony
95 Overall Score
Scores
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Specifications
| Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC900BT | Sony WH-1000XM6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.26 kg | 0.25 kg★ |
| Ear Cushion | memory foam | synthetic leather |
| Headband | — | synthetic leather |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 40 mm★ | 30 mm |
| Freq Min | 50 Hz | 5 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | 20 kHz★ | — |
| Impedance | 35 Ω | 48 Ω |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | aptX, AAC, SBC | LDAC |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | digital hybrid | adaptive |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.0 | 5.3★ |
| Profiles | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP | — |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cable Length | 1.2000000476837158 m | — |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 35 hrs★ | 30 hrs |
| Charge Time | 5.5 hrs | 3 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | — | 10 min for 3 hours playback |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | — | 12★ |
| NC Mic | — | ✓★ |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | ✗ |
| Detachable Mic | — | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Touch Controls | ✓ | ✓ |
| App | Audio-Technica Connect | Sony | Sound Connect |
Pros & Cons
Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC900BT
- Strong anc (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong sound (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong comfort (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong connectivity (83rd percentile)83rd %ile
- Below average social proof (25th percentile)
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
Pricing
Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC900BT
Sony WH-1000XM6
No current pricing available
Verdict
Winner: Sony WH-1000XM6
Scores 95 overall, wins 6 of 7 usage categories and 6 of 33 specs.
