Zildjian ALCHEM-E ZXHP0022
Zildjian
65 Overall Score
vs
Sony WH-1000XM6
Sony
94 Overall Score
Scores
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Commute
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Gaming
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Calls
Studio
Specifications
| Zildjian ALCHEM-E ZXHP0022 | Sony WH-1000XM6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Weight | 0.37 kg | 0.25 kg★ |
| Ear Cushion | leatherette | synthetic leather |
| Headband | — | synthetic leather |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 40 mm★ | 30 mm |
| Drivers | 1 | 1 |
| Freq Min | 7 Hz | 4 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | 22 kHz | 40 kHz★ |
| Impedance | 4700 Ω | 48 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 94 dB | 103 dB★ |
| Hi-Res Audio | — | ✓★ |
| Codecs | AAC, SBC | LDAC |
| Surround | — | 360 Reality Audio |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | 2 Levels | adaptive |
| Transparency | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.3 |
| Profiles | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP, TMAP, PBP |
| Multipoint | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cable Length | 1.7999999523162842 m | 1.2000000476837158 m |
| Range | 15 m★ | 10 m |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 45 hrs★ | 30 hrs |
| Charge Time | — | 3 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | — | 3 minutes for 3 hours playback |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Capacity | 680 mAh★ | — |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 1 | 6★ |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | ✗ |
| Detachable Mic | ✗ | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | — | Siri, Google Assistant |
| Touch Controls | ✗ | ✓★ |
| App | Zildjian | Sony | Sound Connect |
| Volume Limiting | ✗ | — |
| Gaming Mode | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Water Resistance | — | Waterproof |
Pros & Cons
Zildjian ALCHEM-E ZXHP0022
- Strong connectivity (88th percentile)88th %ile
- Strong sound (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong battery (84th percentile)84th %ile
- Strong anc (84th percentile)84th %ile
- Below average comfort (15th percentile)15th %ile
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
Pricing
Zildjian ALCHEM-E ZXHP00220.009score per dollar
vs
Sony WH-1000XM60.014score per dollar
Sony WH-1000XM6 offers 1.6x better value for money
Zildjian ALCHEM-E ZXHP0022
Sony WH-1000XM6
Verdict
Winner: Sony WH-1000XM6
Scores 94 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 12 of 43 specs.
