Sony WH-1000XM6
Sony
95 Overall Score
vs
Bose A30 857641-3120
Bose
50 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Sony WH-1000XM6
No customer feedback yet
Bose A30 857641-3120
92 out of 100 medium confidence 12 reviews
The Bose A30 aviation headset receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from verified buyers. Users consistently praise its exceptional noise cancellation, comfort, and sound clarity, noting it is a worthwhile long-term investment despite the high price. Many compare it favorably to the A20 and other headsets, highlighting seamless Bluetooth integration and durable build quality.
Pros
- Exceptional noise cancellation
- Superior comfort and fit
- Crystal clear sound quality
- Seamless Bluetooth integration
- Durable build quality
Cons
- High price point
Noise cancellation 8
Comfort 6
Sound quality 7
Value for money 5
Build quality 4
Bluetooth integration 3
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Specifications
| Sony WH-1000XM6 | Bose A30 857641-3120 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✓★ | — |
| Weight | 0.25 kg★ | 0.40 kg |
| Ear Cushion | synthetic leather | — |
| Headband | synthetic leather | — |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | — |
| Driver Size | 30 mm★ | — |
| Freq Min | 5 Hz★ | — |
| Impedance | 48 Ω | 150 Ω |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓★ | — |
| Codecs | LDAC | Bose A30 Bluetooth Aviation Headset - Lightweight Comfortable Design, Adjustable ANR and Noise Cancelling Microphone, [Dual Plug] – Black |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | adaptive | 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 | — |
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
Bose A30 857641-3120
- Strong social proof (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong anc (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong mic (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Below average comfort (3rd percentile)3rd %ile
- Below average battery (3rd percentile)3rd %ile
- Below average sound (20th percentile)20th %ile
Pricing
Sony WH-1000XM60.252score per dollar
vs
Bose A30 857641-31200.039score per dollar
Sony WH-1000XM6 offers 6.5x better value for money
Verdict
Winner: Sony WH-1000XM6
Scores 95 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 11 of 30 specs.
