Sony WH-1000XM6
Delton 35X
What Buyers Say
Sony WH-1000XM6
The Sony WH-1000XM6 earns praise for its exceptional noise cancellation, clear sound quality, and comfortable fit for many users, with several calling it the best headphones they've owned. However, a significant number of reviews highlight serious drawbacks: uncomfortable clamping force and shallow earcups causing pain, buggy multipoint Bluetooth connectivity, a fingerprint-prone finish, and disappointing customer service regarding warranty repairs and promised free gifts. While the ANC and audio are top-tier, comfort and reliability issues prevent it from being a universal recommendation.
Pros
- Exceptional noise cancellation
- Clear and detailed sound quality
- Comfortable for many users
- Long battery life
- Foldable design
Cons
- Uncomfortable clamping force
- Shallow earcups causing pain
- Buggy multipoint Bluetooth
- Fingerprint-prone finish
- Poor customer service
Delton 35X
The headset receives mixed feedback: some users praise its clear sound, noise cancellation, and long battery life, while others report microphone issues, audio delay, and complete failure after a few years or even a month. Verified reviews highlight both satisfaction with comfort and reliability, and frustration with connectivity and microphone problems.
Pros
- Clear sound quality
- Good noise cancellation
- Long battery life
- Comfortable to wear
- Easy setup and use
Cons
- Microphone issues (others can't hear)
- Audio delay in calls
- Stops working after months or years
- Bluetooth connectivity drops
- Poor longevity for work use
Scores
Specifications
| Sony WH-1000XM6 | Delton 35X | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | on-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | — |
| Foldable | ✓★ | — |
| Weight | 0.25 kg★ | 0.53 kg |
| Ear Cushion | synthetic leather | — |
| Headband | synthetic leather | — |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | — |
| Driver Size | 30 mm★ | — |
| Drivers | 1★ | — |
| Freq Min | 4 Hz★ | — |
| Freq Max | 40 kHz★ | — |
| Impedance | 48 Ω | 32 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 103 dB★ | — |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓★ | — |
| Codecs | LDAC | Delton 35X Bluetooth Computer Headset with Noise Cancelling Mic, Fast Charging Dock, Auto Pair USB Dongle for PC, Laptop, MacBook, Compatible with MS Teams, Google Meet, Zoom, Slack, and More - Black |
| Surround | Sony WH-1000XM6 The Best Noise Cancelling Wireless Headphones, HD NC Processor QN3, 12 Microphones, Studio-Quality, New Sandstone Color | Sony WH-1000XM6 The Best Noise Cancelling Wireless | Sony | Sa | — |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | adaptive | environmental noise cancellation |
| Transparency | ✓★ | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.3★ | 5.0 |
| Profiles | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP, TMAP, PBP | — |
| Multipoint | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | USB-C |
| Detachable Cable | ✓★ | — |
| Cable Length | 1.2000000476837158 m | — |
| Range | 10 m★ | — |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 30 hrs | 30 hrs |
| Charge Time | 3 hrs | 2 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | 3 minutes for 3 hours playback | rapid charging via USB-C port and charging dock |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 6★ | — |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Detachable Mic | ✗ | — |
| Mic Pattern | — | Omnidirectional |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Siri, Google Assistant | Voice Control |
| Touch Controls | ✓★ | — |
| App | Sony | Sound Connect | — |
| Gaming Mode | ✓★ | — |
| Water Resistance | Waterproof | — |
Pros & Cons
Sony WH-1000XM6
- Strong connectivity (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong anc (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong sound (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong build (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Below average user sentiment (22nd percentile)
Delton 35X
- Strong mic (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong connectivity (83rd percentile)83rd %ile
- Strong anc (80th percentile)80th %ile
- Strong battery (77th percentile)
- Below average comfort (3rd percentile)3rd %ile
- Below average user sentiment (5th percentile)5th %ile
- Below average sound (20th percentile)20th %ile
- Below average build (34th percentile)
Pricing
Sony WH-1000XM6 offers 1.2x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 96 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 15 of 42 specs.
