Sony WH-CH720N
Bose QuietComfort 884367-0100
What Buyers Say
Sony WH-CH720N
The Sony WHCH720N headphones receive generally positive feedback for their sound quality, comfort, and battery life, especially considering the price point. Many users find them a great value, with effective noise cancellation for basic environments. However, some reviewers report issues with build quality feeling cheap, inconsistent noise cancellation, short battery life in some units, and poor call quality. A few also mention Bluetooth pairing problems and dissatisfaction with the return policy.
Pros
- Great sound quality for the price
- Comfortable fit
- Long battery life
- Effective noise cancellation
- Lightweight design
Cons
- Cheap build quality
- Inconsistent noise cancellation
- Short battery life in some units
- Poor call quality
- Bluetooth pairing issues
Bose QuietComfort 884367-0100
The Bose QuietComfort headphones receive overwhelmingly positive feedback for their exceptional sound quality, comfort, and effective noise cancellation. Users praise the long battery life, premium build, and seamless connectivity, though a few note that noise cancellation could be slightly better compared to competitors like AirPods Pro. Overall, they are highly recommended for daily use, travel, and extended listening sessions.
Pros
- Exceptional sound quality
- Excellent noise cancellation
- Very comfortable for long use
- Long battery life (24 hours)
- Premium build quality
Cons
- Noise cancellation not as strong as AirPods Pro
- Charging takes a while
- Cannot achieve complete sound block
- Some connectivity issues with older devices
Scores
Specifications
| Sony WH-CH720N | Bose QuietComfort 884367-0100 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.43 kg★ | 0.43 kg |
| Ear Cushion | Synthetic leather | Protein Leather |
| Headband | — | Metal, Plastic |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 30 mm★ | — |
| Drivers | 1 | 1 |
| Freq Min | 7 Hz | 5 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | 20 kHz | 20 kHz |
| Impedance | 325 Ω | 32 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 108 dB | 127.80000305175781 dB★ |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Codecs | — | Bose QuietComfort Headphones - Wireless Bluetooth Headphones, Active Over Ear Noise Cancelling and Mic, USB-C Charging, Deep Bass, Up to 24 Hours of Playtime, Black |
| Surround | Dolby Atmos | Spatial Audio |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | Adaptive Noise Cancelling | hybrid |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.2★ | 5.1 |
| Profiles | — | A2DP, HFP, AVRCP, BLE |
| Multipoint | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cable Length | 1.2000000476837158 m | 0.30000001192092896 m |
| Range | 9.100000381469727 m | 9.100000381469727 m |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 35 hrs★ | 24 hrs |
| Charge Time | 3.5 hrs | 2.5 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | USB Type-C quick charging gives up to 60 mins of play back from 3 minutes of charge. | 15 Minutes for 2.5 Hours |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | — | 1★ |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | ✗ |
| Detachable Mic | ✗ | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa | Siri |
| Touch Controls | — | ✗ |
| App | Sony | Headphones Connect | Bose app |
| Gaming Mode | — | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | IPX4 | IPX0 |
Pros & Cons
Sony WH-CH720N
- Strong anc (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong build (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong connectivity (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong social proof (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Below average comfort (13th percentile)13th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (22nd percentile)
Bose QuietComfort 884367-0100
- Strong social proof (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong anc (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong connectivity (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong build (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Below average comfort (13th percentile)13th %ile
Pricing
Sony WH-CH720N
No current pricing available
Bose QuietComfort 884367-0100
Verdict
Both products are closely matched - Sony WH-CH720N wins 5 specs while Bose QuietComfort 884367-0100 wins 4.
