Audio-Technica ATH-ANC700BT
Audio-Technica
52 Overall Score
vs
Sony WH-1000XM6
Sony
94 Overall Score
Scores
Budget
Commute
Work
Gaming
Music
Calls
Studio
Specifications
| Audio-Technica ATH-ANC700BT | Sony WH-1000XM6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.25 kg★ | 0.25 kg |
| Ear Cushion | memory foam | synthetic leather |
| Headband | — | synthetic leather |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | — | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 40 mm★ | 30 mm |
| Drivers | — | 1★ |
| Freq Min | 5 Hz | 4 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | 40 kHz | 40 kHz |
| Impedance | 150 Ω | 48 Ω |
| Sensitivity | — | 103 dB★ |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | Qualcomm aptX audio, AAC, SBC | LDAC |
| Surround | — | 360 Reality Audio |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | proprietary four-microphone multi-feedback system | adaptive |
| Transparency | — | ✓★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 4.1 | 5.3★ |
| Profiles | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP, TMAP, PBP |
| Multipoint | — | ✓★ |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | — | ✓★ |
| Cable Length | 1.2000000476837158 m | 1.2000000476837158 m |
| Range | — | 10 m★ |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 25 hrs | 30 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | 5 hrs | 3 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | — | 3 minutes for 3 hours playback |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 4 | 6★ |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | ✗ |
| Detachable Mic | — | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | — | Siri, Google Assistant |
| Touch Controls | ✓ | ✓ |
| App | — | Sony | Sound Connect |
| Gaming Mode | — | ✓★ |
| Water Resistance | — | Waterproof |
Pros & Cons
Audio-Technica ATH-ANC700BT
- Strong sound (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong comfort (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong mic (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong anc (84th percentile)84th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (21st percentile)
Sony WH-1000XM6
- Strong connectivity (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong anc (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong sound (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong build (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Below average user sentiment (12th percentile)12th %ile
Verdict
Winner: Sony WH-1000XM6
Scores 94 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 12 of 41 specs.