Sony WH-1000XM6
Technics EAH-A800
What Buyers Say
Sony WH-1000XM6
The Sony WH-1000XM6 receives generally positive feedback for its exceptional noise cancellation, improved sound quality, and comfortable fit, with many users calling it the best wireless headphone they have owned. However, there are significant and recurring complaints about poor call quality, excessive clamping force causing discomfort, and a cheap-feeling plastic build that some find unacceptable at the premium price point. A notable number of users also report hardware defects like crackling sounds or buzzing in one ear, and the companion app receives mixed reviews for being cluttered or unintuitive.
Pros
- Exceptional active noise cancellation
- Improved sound quality and clarity
- Comfortable for long listening sessions
- Long battery life (30 hours)
- Foldable design for portability
Cons
- Poor call quality with muffled audio
- Excessive clamping force causes discomfort
- Cheap plastic build for premium price
- Hardware defects like crackling or buzzing
- Ear pads stain easily from body oils
Technics EAH-A800
The Technics EAH-A800 headphones receive overwhelmingly positive feedback for their exceptional sound quality, which many users compare favorably to wired headphones, especially when using the LDAC codec. Reviewers praise the comfortable fit, effective ANC, and the ability to create an immersive soundstage with clear stereo separation. However, a few users report durability concerns, such as the headband material loosening within a month and faulty components after a year, while others suggest minor improvements like larger ear cups and more EQ bands.
Pros
- Exceptional sound quality
- Effective active noise cancellation
- Comfortable fit
- Immersive soundstage with stereo separation
- LDAC codec support for high-quality audio
Cons
- Durability concerns with headband material
- Faulty components after a year
- Ear cups could be slightly bigger
- Headband feels hard on scalp
- Only 5 EQ bands (wants more)
Scores
Specifications
| Sony WH-1000XM6 | Technics EAH-A800 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.25 kg★ | 0.30 kg |
| Ear Cushion | synthetic leather | super-soft earpads |
| Headband | synthetic leather | — |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 30 mm | 40 mm★ |
| Drivers | 1 | 1 |
| Freq Min | 4 Hz | 4 Hz |
| Freq Max | 40 kHz | 40 kHz |
| Impedance | 48 Ω | 34 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 103 dB | 105 dB★ |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | LDAC | AAC, LDAC, SBC |
| Surround | Sony WH-1000XM6 Wireless Noise-Canceling Headphones with QN3 Processor (Black) Bundle with Finder Key Chain (2 Items) | Sony WH-1000XM6 Wireless Noise-Canceling | Sony | Black | Over Ear | Over Ear | | Technics - Wireless Noise Cancelling Over-Ear Headphones with 2 Device Multipoint Connectivity - EAH-A800-K Black | Technics - Wireless Noise Cancelling Over-Ear | Technics | Black | Over Ear | Over E |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | adaptive | Dual Hybrid |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.3★ | 5.2 |
| Profiles | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP, TMAP, PBP | A2DP, AVRCP, HSP, HFP |
| Multipoint | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cable Length | 1.2000000476837158 m | 1 m |
| Range | 10 m | 10.100000381469727 m★ |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 30 hrs | 50 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | 3 hrs | 3 hrs |
| Fast Charging | 3 minutes for 3 hours playback | 15 Minutes for 10 Hours |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 6 | 8★ |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | ✗ |
| Detachable Mic | ✗ | — |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Siri, Google Assistant | Siri, Alexa |
| Touch Controls | ✓★ | ✗ |
| App | Sony | Sound Connect | Technics Audio Connect |
| Gaming Mode | ✓★ | — |
| Water Resistance | Waterproof | — |
Pros & Cons
Sony WH-1000XM6
- Strong connectivity (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong anc (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong build (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong sound (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Below average user sentiment (12th percentile)12th %ile
Technics EAH-A800
- Strong mic (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong connectivity (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong sound (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong anc (95th percentile)95th %ile
Verdict
Both products are closely matched - Sony WH-1000XM6 wins 4 specs while Technics EAH-A800 wins 5.