Bose QuietComfort Ultra vs Sony WH-1000XM6 Headphones
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| Feature |  Bose QuietComfort Ultra |  Sony WH-1000XM6 Headphones |
|---|---|---|
| Price | KSh 44,000.00 | KSh 46,000.00 |
| Drivers | — | 1.18 in |
| Connection | Bluetooth or 2.5mm-to-3.5mm audio cable | Bluetooth + Stereo Mini Jack |
| Active Noise Cancellation | Adjustable ANC with CustomTune | Yes |
| Battery Life | Up to 24 hours; 18 hours with Immersive Audio | Max. 30 hrs (NC ON), Max. 40 hrs (NC OFF) |
| Weight | 253g | Approx. 8.96 oz |
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General
| Specification | Bose QuietComfort Ultra | Sony WH-1000XM6 Headphones |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Bose | Sony |
| Model | QuietComfort Ultra Headphones | WH-1000XM6 |
| Announced | 2023 | 2025 |
| Type | Over-Ear Wireless Headphones | Over-Ear Wireless Headphones |
| Color | Official colorways vary by market and selected variant | Sand Pink, Midnight Blue, Black, Platinum Silver |
Design
| Specification | Bose QuietComfort Ultra | Sony WH-1000XM6 Headphones |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 253g | Approx. 8.96 oz |
Battery & Charging
| Specification | Bose QuietComfort Ultra | Sony WH-1000XM6 Headphones |
|---|---|---|
| Battery Life | Up to 24 hours; 18 hours with Immersive Audio | Max. 30 hrs (NC ON), Max. 40 hrs (NC OFF) |
| Charging Time | 3 hours | Approx. 3.5 hrs |
| Fast Charging | 15 minutes provides up to 2.5 hours | — |
| Charging Port | USB-C | USB-C |
| Wireless Charging | No | No |
Connectivity
| Specification | Bose QuietComfort Ultra | Sony WH-1000XM6 Headphones |
|---|---|---|
| Connection | Bluetooth or 2.5mm-to-3.5mm audio cable | Bluetooth + Stereo Mini Jack |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.1 | Bluetooth 5.3 |
| Bluetooth Range | 9m | Approx. 32.81 ft |
| Multipoint Connection | Yes | Yes |
| Connector | 2.5mm audio input; USB-C charging | Gold-plated L-shaped stereo mini plug |
| App Support | Bose app | Sony | Sound Connect |
| Cable Length | — | Approx. 3.94 ft |
Features
| Specification | Bose QuietComfort Ultra | Sony WH-1000XM6 Headphones |
|---|---|---|
| Special Features | CustomTune; Immersive Audio; ActiveSense | Atmospheric Pressure Optimizing; Adaptive NC Optimizer; Passive Operation |
Audio
| Specification | Bose QuietComfort Ultra | Sony WH-1000XM6 Headphones |
|---|---|---|
| Audio Codecs | AAC, SBC, aptX Adaptive on supported Snapdragon Sound devices | SBC, AAC, LDAC, LC3 |
| Active Noise Cancellation | Adjustable ANC with CustomTune | Yes |
| Transparency / Ambient Mode | Aware mode with ActiveSense | Ambient Sound Mode, Ambient Sound, Auto Ambient Sound, Quick Attention |
| Spatial Audio | Bose Immersive Audio | — |
| Microphones | 8 Total Microphones | MEMS, Omni directional |
| Audio Features | Bose Immersive Audio (Spatial Audio) | Dsee Extreme; Passive Operation; Magnet: Neodymium |
| Drivers | — | 1.18 in |
| Frequency Response | — | 4–40,000 Hz (JEITA) |
| Impedance | — | 48 ohm (1 kHz) (when connecting via the headphone cable with the unit turned on), 16 ohm (1 kHz) (when connecting via the headphone cable with the unit turned off) |
Charging Case
| Specification | Bose QuietComfort Ultra | Sony WH-1000XM6 Headphones |
|---|---|---|
| Case Type | N/A - no charging case | N/A - no charging case |
| Case Battery Life | N/A - no charging case | N/A - no charging case |
| Case Charging | N/A - no charging case | N/A - no charging case |
| Case Charging Port | N/A - no charging case | N/A - no charging case |
| Case Wireless Charging | N/A - no charging case | N/A - no charging case |
| Case Dimensions | N/A - no charging case | N/A - no charging case |
| Case Weight | N/A - no charging case | N/A - no charging case |
| Case Water & Dust Resistance | N/A - no charging case | N/A - no charging case |
| Case Features | N/A - no charging case | N/A - no charging case |
Design & Controls
| Specification | Bose QuietComfort Ultra | Sony WH-1000XM6 Headphones |
|---|---|---|
| Controls | Physical buttons and capacitive volume strip | Quick Attention |
| Ear Tips / Ear Cushions | Protein-leather over-ear cushions | Cushioned earcups |
What's in the Box
| Specification | Bose QuietComfort Ultra | Sony WH-1000XM6 Headphones |
|---|---|---|
| Headphones / Earbuds | QuietComfort Ultra Headphones headphones/headset | WH-1000XM6 headphones |
| Charging Case | N/A - no charging case | N/A - no charging case |
| Charging Cable | USB-C charging cable | USB Cable |
| Audio Cable | N/A - wireless-only audio design | Connection Cable |
| Ear Tips / Accessories | N/A - on/over-ear or neckband design | N/A - over-ear design |
| Documentation | User documentation | Warranty Card; Reference guide |