Sony WH-1000XM6
Sony
95 Overall Score
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FiiO FT1 Pro
FiiO
47 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Sony WH-1000XM6
No customer feedback yet
FiiO FT1 Pro
92 out of 100 low confidence 6 reviews
The FiiO FT1 Pro open-back planar magnetic headphones have received overwhelmingly positive feedback from verified purchasers. Reviewers consistently praise the exceptional sound quality, noting its impressive detail, wide soundstage, and well-controlled bass, with one user even comparing it favorably to a $3000 headphone. While the earpads are described as somewhat dry and the sound can have a slight metallic edge initially, these are minor drawbacks in an otherwise outstanding package that offers incredible value for its price.
Pros
- Exceptional sound quality and detail
- Wide and immersive soundstage
- Well-controlled and natural bass
- Comfortable for long listening sessions
- High-quality build and aesthetics
Cons
- Earpads feel dry like gym shorts
- Slight metallic sound initially
- Soundstage could be improved
- Cables not very long
Sound quality 6
Value for money 4
Comfort 3
Build quality 3
Earpad quality 2
Soundstage 3
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Specifications
| Sony WH-1000XM6 | FiiO FT1 Pro | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | open |
| Foldable | ✓★ | — |
| Weight | 0.25 kg★ | 1.00 kg |
| Ear Cushion | synthetic leather | Fabric |
| Headband | synthetic leather | — |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | planar magnetic |
| Driver Size | 30 mm | 95 mm★ |
| Freq Min | 5 Hz★ | — |
| Freq Max | — | 40 kHz★ |
| Impedance | 48 Ω | 20 Ω |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓★ | — |
| Codecs | LDAC | Planar Magnetic Driver, Ultra-Thin Diaphragm, Dual-Coating Technology, Uniform Magnetic Field, Wireless |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓★ | ✗ |
| ANC Type | adaptive | — |
| Transparency | ✓★ | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Bluetooth | 5.3★ | — |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | ✓★ | — |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 30 hrs★ | — |
| Charge Time | 3 hrs★ | — |
| Fast Charging | 10 min for 3 hours playback | — |
| Charging | USB-C★ | — |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓★ | — |
| Mic Count | 12★ | — |
| NC Mic | ✓★ | — |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | — |
| Detachable Mic | ✗ | — |
| Features | ||
| Touch Controls | ✓★ | — |
| App | Sony | Sound Connect | — |
| Water Resistance | — | Water-Resistant |
Pros & Cons
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
FiiO FT1 Pro
- Strong sound (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong build (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Strong social proof (72nd percentile)
- Below average comfort (3rd percentile)3rd %ile
- Below average mic (15th percentile)15th %ile
- Below average connectivity (19th percentile)19th %ile
- Below average anc (32nd percentile)
Verdict
Winner: Sony WH-1000XM6
Scores 95 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 16 of 32 specs.