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Earbud comparison

Sony WF-1000XM4 vs Sony WF-1000XM6

Compare sound, battery life, fit, controls and connections.

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Sony WF-1000XM4

Sony WF-1000XM4

  • In-ear design uses sealing ear tips.
  • About 7.3 g per earbud.
  • Bluetooth 5.2 connection.
  • Can stay connected to two devices.
  • Noise cancellation for listening.
KSh 29,500Out of Stock
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Sony WF-1000XM6

Sony WF-1000XM6

  • In-ear design uses sealing ear tips.
  • About 6.5 g per earbud.
  • Bluetooth 5.3 connection.
  • Can stay connected to two devices.
  • Noise cancellation for listening.
KSh 40,000Out of Stock

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Weight

Sony WF-1000XM4
About 7.3 g per earbud
Sony WF-1000XM6
About 6.5 g per earbud

Connections

Sony WF-1000XM4
Bluetooth 5.2 connection
Sony WF-1000XM6
Bluetooth 5.3 connection

Case charging

Sony WF-1000XM4
USB-C or Qi wireless charging
Sony WF-1000XM6
Approximately 2 hours by USB-C

Drivers

Sony WF-1000XM4
6 mm dynamic driver
Sony WF-1000XM6
0.33-inch dynamic driver

Frequency response

Sony WF-1000XM4
20 Hz–20,000 Hz (AAC)
Sony WF-1000XM6
20 Hz–20,000 Hz

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

Sony WF-1000XM4

  • Up to 24 hours with the case.
  • 5 minutes provides up to 60 minutes playback.
  • IPX4 water and dust resistance.
  • Sony | Sound Connect.

Sony WF-1000XM6

  • Newer model: released in 2026 (vs 2021).
  • Connects to two devices at once.

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PrioritySony WF-1000XM4Sony WF-1000XM6
WeightAbout 7.3 g per earbudAbout 6.5 g per earbud
Battery lifeUp to 24 hours with the caseMusic: up to 8 hours with ANC on or 12 hours with ANC off
ConnectionsBluetooth 5.2Bluetooth 5.3
Water resistanceIPX4 water and dust resistanceIPX4 water and dust resistance
Case chargingUSB-C or Qi wireless chargingApproximately 2 hours by USB-C
Drivers6 mm dynamic driver0.33-inch dynamic driver

Detailed comparison

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General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationSony WF-1000XM4Sony WF-1000XM6
BrandSonySony
ModelWF-1000XM4WF-1000XM6
Announced20212026
TypeTrue Wireless In-Ear EarbudsTrue Wireless In-Ear Earbuds
ColorBlack, SilverBlack, Silver

Design

Design specifications comparison
SpecificationSony WF-1000XM4Sony WF-1000XM6
WeightApproximately 7.3 g per earbudApproximately 6.5 g per earbud

Battery & Charging

Battery & Charging specifications comparison
SpecificationSony WF-1000XM4Sony WF-1000XM6
Battery LifeMusic: up to 8 hours with ANC on or 12 hours with ANC off; calls: up to 5.5 hours with ANC on or 6 hours with ANC offMusic: up to 8 hours with ANC on or 12 hours with ANC off; calls: up to 5 hours with ANC on or 5.5 hours with ANC off
Charging TimeApproximately 1.5 hours for earbudsApproximately 1.5 hours for earbuds
Fast Charging5 minutes provides up to 60 minutes playback—
Charging PortUSB-C (charging case)USB-C (charging case)
Wireless ChargingYesYes

Connectivity

Connectivity specifications comparison
SpecificationSony WF-1000XM4Sony WF-1000XM6
ConnectionBluetoothBluetooth
BluetoothBluetooth 5.2Bluetooth 5.3
Bluetooth RangeApproximately 10 m / 32.8 ftApproximately 10 m / 32.8 ft
Multipoint ConnectionYes (firmware-supported)Yes
ConnectorWireless audio connectionWireless audio connection
Cable LengthNo audio cableNo audio cable
App SupportSony | Sound ConnectSony | Sound Connect

Features

Features specifications comparison
SpecificationSony WF-1000XM4Sony WF-1000XM6
Voice AssistantGoogle Assistant and Amazon Alexa support—
SensorsWearing detection and touch sensorsWearing detection and touch sensors
Special FeaturesSpeak-to-Chat; Adaptive Sound Control; 360 Reality AudioSpeak-to-Chat; Adaptive Sound Control; multipoint

Audio

Audio specifications comparison
SpecificationSony WF-1000XM4Sony WF-1000XM6
Drivers6 mm dynamic driver0.33-inch dynamic driver
Frequency Response20 Hz–20,000 Hz (AAC); 20 Hz–40,000 Hz (LDAC 96 kHz/990 kbps)20 Hz–20,000 Hz; 20 Hz–40,000 Hz with LDAC 96 kHz/990 kbps
Audio CodecsSBC, AAC, LDACSBC, AAC, LDAC, LC3
Active Noise CancellationYesYes
Transparency / Ambient ModeAmbient Sound Mode and Quick AttentionAmbient Sound Mode and Quick Attention
Spatial Audio360 Reality Audio compatible360 Reality Audio compatible
MicrophonesBuilt-in beamforming microphonesBuilt-in microphones
Audio FeaturesDSEE Extreme; Speak-to-Chat; Adaptive Sound ControlHigh-Resolution Audio Wireless; DSEE Extreme; Adaptive Sound Control

Charging Case

Charging Case specifications comparison
SpecificationSony WF-1000XM4Sony WF-1000XM6
Case TypeCharging caseCharging case
Case Battery LifeUp to 24 hours total with ANC on or 36 hours total with ANC off—
Case ChargingUSB-C or Qi wireless chargingApproximately 2 hours by USB-C; wireless charging supported
Case Charging PortUSB-CUSB-C
Case Wireless ChargingYesYes
Case FeaturesStatus LED; Qi wireless chargingUSB-C and wireless charging; status indicator
Case Dimensions—61.7 x 41.2 x 26.4 mm
Case Weight—Approximately 47.1 g

Design & Controls

Design & Controls specifications comparison
SpecificationSony WF-1000XM4Sony WF-1000XM6
ControlsTouch controls; Quick AttentionTouch controls; volume control; Quick Attention
Water & Dust ResistanceIPX4 earbudsIPX4 earbuds
Ear Tips / Ear CushionsNoise Isolation Earbud TipsNoise Isolation Earbud Tips

What's in the Box

What's in the Box specifications comparison
SpecificationSony WF-1000XM4Sony WF-1000XM6
Headphones / EarbudsWF-1000XM4 earbudsWF-1000XM6 earbuds
Charging CaseCharging caseCharging case
Charging CableUSB-C charging cableUSB-C charging cable
Audio CableTrue wireless designTrue wireless design
Ear Tips / AccessoriesNoise Isolation Earbud TipsNoise Isolation Earbud Tips
DocumentationReference Guide and warranty documentationWarranty Card and Reference Guide

Similarities

  • Both are rated IPX4.
  • Both have active noise cancellation.
  • Both have an ambient mode to hear your surroundings.
  • Both charge over USB-C.
  • Both have built-in microphones for calls.
  • Both connect over Bluetooth.

In-stock alternatives

Soundcore Liberty 5 ProFor Sony WF-1000XM4Soundcore Liberty 5 ProView product ↗Bose QuietComfort Ultra EarbudsFor Sony WF-1000XM4Bose QuietComfort Ultra EarbudsView product ↗Bose QuietComfort Earbuds IIFor Sony WF-1000XM6Bose QuietComfort Earbuds IIView product ↗Sony LinkBuds FitFor Sony WF-1000XM6Sony LinkBuds FitView product ↗

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