Sony MDRG600B.UC
Adapting the acclaimed MDR-MV1 driver units into an open-back design, the headset delivers a wide frequency response from super-low bass to crisp highs with integrated 3 balanced back ducts for natural, rich bass. Weighing just 199g, it remains comfortable for long sessions, and its collaboration with PlayStation sound creators yields a dedicated EQ RPG/Adventure mode for enhanced game world immersion. Best for PC and PS5 gamers needing a wide, accurate soundstage and natural sidetone, especially for sound-detailed RPGs where clear comms via the noise-cancelling boom mic matter.
Snapshot
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Strong mic (83rd percentile) 83rd
- Strong build (78th percentile) 78th
- Strong comfort (68th percentile) 68th
- Strong sound (66th percentile) 66th
Cons
- Below average anc (32nd percentile)
The proof
Performance
Specifications
Full Specifications
Design
| Form Factor | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | open |
| Foldable | No |
| Weight | 0.2 kg / 0.4 lbs |
| Headband | Aluminium |
Audio
| Driver Type | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 40 |
| Hi-Res Audio | No |
Noise Control
| ANC | No |
| Transparency | No |
Connectivity
| Wireless | No |
| Multipoint | No |
| Wired Connector | USB-C |
| Detachable Cable | Yes |
Microphone
| Microphone | Yes |
| NC Mic | No |
| Boom Mic | Yes |
| Detachable Mic | Yes |
Features
| Touch Controls | No |
| App | INZONE HUB |
| Gaming Mode | No |
vs Competition
| Spec | Sony MDRG600B.UC | Sennheiser MOMENTUM 4 | Apple AirPods Max Midnight | Technics EAH-A800 | Bose QuietComfort Ultra | Beyerdynamic Aventho 1001609 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear | over-ear | over-ear | over-ear | on-ear |
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic | dynamic | dynamic | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size (mm) | 40 | 42 | 40 | 40 | - | 45 |
| Impedance Ohms | - | 470 | 16 | 34 | 32 | 48 |
| Wireless | false | true | true | true | true | true |
| Active Noise Cancellation | false | true | true | true | true | true |
| Open Closed Back | open | closed | closed | closed | closed | closed |
| Bluetooth Version | - | 5.2 | 5.0 | 5.2 | 5.3 | 5.4 |
| Battery Life Hours | - | 60 | 20 | 50 | 24 | 40 |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | Anc | Mic | Build | Sound | Battery | Comfort | Connectivity | Social Proof |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sony MDRG600B.UC | 32.1 | 83.2 | 77.8 | 65.6 | 44.7 | 68.2 | 58.2 | 52.3 |
| Sennheiser MOMENTUM 4 Compare | 98 | 85.3 | 92.4 | 97.8 | 90.7 | 87.7 | 98.1 | 67.2 |
| Apple AirPods Max Midnight Compare | 98 | 83.2 | 92.4 | 93.2 | 69.8 | 32.3 | 94.4 | 98.4 |
| Technics EAH-A800 Compare | 93.4 | 98.3 | 77.8 | 97.2 | 85.9 | 53.7 | 97.4 | 60 |
| Bose QuietComfort Ultra Compare | 93.4 | 79.2 | 95.7 | 52.9 | 72.7 | 81 | 99.2 | 73 |
| Beyerdynamic Aventho 1001609 Compare | 98 | 79.2 | 95.7 | 98.3 | 81.6 | 53.7 | 97.7 | 55 |
Price
Value & Pricing
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Usage Scores
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