Sony LinkBuds WFLC900/V
Sony
56 Overall Score
vs
Bose QuietComfort Ultra
Bose
92 Overall Score
Scores
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Gaming
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Music
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Specifications
| Sony LinkBuds WFLC900/V | Bose QuietComfort Ultra | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | — | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | open | closed |
| Foldable | — | ✓★ |
| Weight | 0.05 kg★ | 0.25 kg |
| Ear Cushion | — | Protein Leather |
| Headband | — | Aluminum, Plastic |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | — | dynamic |
| Drivers | — | 1★ |
| Impedance | — | 32 Ω |
| Hi-Res Audio | — | ✓★ |
| Codecs | — | Bose QuietComfort Ultra Bluetooth Headphones (2nd Gen), Wireless Headphones with Spatial Audio, Over Ear Noise Cancelling with Mic, Up to 30 Hours of Play time, Midnight Violet - Limited Edition |
| Surround | — | Spatial Audio |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | — | ✓★ |
| ANC Type | — | Hybrid |
| Transparency | — | ✓★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | — | 5.3★ |
| Profiles | — | A2DP, HFP, AVRCP |
| Multipoint | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wired Connector | — | 2.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | — | ✓★ |
| Cable Length | — | 0.5099999904632568 m |
| Range | — | 9.100000381469727 m★ |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 37 hrs★ | 24 hrs |
| Charge Time | — | 3 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | 3-minute charge for 1 hour playback | 15 min for 2.5 hours playback |
| Charging | — | USB-C★ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 2 | 2 |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boom Mic | — | ✗ |
| Detachable Mic | — | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | — | Google Fast Pair |
| Touch Controls | ✓ | ✓ |
| App | Sony Sound Connect | Bose app |
| Volume Limiting | — | ✗ |
| Gaming Mode | — | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | IPX4 | — |
Pros & Cons
Sony LinkBuds WFLC900/V
- Strong build (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong mic (84th percentile)84th %ile
- Strong battery (83rd percentile)83rd %ile
- Strong social proof (83rd percentile)83rd %ile
- Below average sound (25th percentile)
- Below average anc (33rd percentile)
Bose QuietComfort Ultra
- Strong connectivity (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong build (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong anc (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong comfort (85th percentile)85th %ile
Pricing
Sony LinkBuds WFLC900/V0.244score per dollar
vs
Bose QuietComfort Ultra0.282score per dollar
Bose QuietComfort Ultra offers 1.2x better value for money
Verdict
Winner: Bose QuietComfort Ultra
Scores 92 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 10 of 38 specs.
