Edifier W80
Edifier
69 Overall Score
vs
Sony WH-1000XM6
Sony
95 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Edifier W80
80 out of 100 medium confidence 12 reviews
The Edifier W80 headphones receive mostly positive feedback, praised for excellent noise cancellation, sound quality, and comfort at a competitive price. Some users note a loose fit that can be problematic during exercise and a slightly low maximum volume. Overall, they are considered a great value, offering near top-tier performance for significantly less money.
Pros
- Excellent noise cancellation
- Great sound quality for the price
- Comfortable for long wear
- Long battery life
- Good value for money
Cons
- Loose fit for some users
- Low maximum volume
- Falls off during exercise
- Footstep thumping sounds like bass
- Low build quality feel
Noise cancellation 7
Sound quality 6
Comfort and fit 7
Battery life 4
Value for money 6
Build quality 3
Sony WH-1000XM6
No customer feedback yet
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Specifications
| Edifier W80 | Sony WH-1000XM6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.30 kg | 0.25 kg★ |
| Ear Cushion | memory foam ear pads wrapped in soft, skin-friendly leather | synthetic leather |
| Headband | — | synthetic leather |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 40 mm★ | 30 mm |
| Freq Min | — | 5 Hz★ |
| Impedance | 30 Ω | 48 Ω |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | LDAC, SBC | LDAC |
| Surround | Edifier W80 Over Ear Headphones with -49dB Active Noise Cancelling, LDAC Hi-Res Wired & Wireless, AI Clear Call, Fast Charging, Multipoint Connection, Bluetooth V5.4 - Black | Edifier W80 Over Ear Hea | — |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | hybrid | adaptive |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.4★ | 5.3 |
| Multipoint | ✓★ | — |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | — | ✓★ |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 65 hrs★ | 30 hrs |
| Charge Time | — | 3 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | 15 min for 10 hrs | 10 min for 3 hours playback |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | — | 12★ |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | ✗ |
| Detachable Mic | — | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | ✔ | — |
| Touch Controls | — | ✓★ |
| App | ✔ | Sony | Sound Connect |
Pros & Cons
Edifier W80
- Strong anc (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong connectivity (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong battery (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong sound (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Below average build (34th 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
Verdict
Winner: Sony WH-1000XM6
Scores 95 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 6 of 33 specs.