Sony WH-1000XM6 Headphones vs Sony WH-1000XM5 Headphones
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| Feature |  Sony WH-1000XM6 Headphones |  Sony WH-1000XM5 Headphones |
|---|---|---|
| Price | KSh 46,000.00 | KSh 33,500.00 |
| Drivers | 1.18 in | 11.82 in |
| Connection | Bluetooth + Stereo Mini Jack | Bluetooth + Stereo Mini Jack |
| Active Noise Cancellation | Yes | Yes |
| Battery Life | Max. 30 hrs (NC ON), Max. 40 hrs (NC OFF) | Max. 30 hrs (NC ON), Max. 40 hrs (NC OFF) |
| Weight | Approx. 8.96 oz | Approx. 8.82 oz |
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General
| Specification | Sony WH-1000XM6 Headphones | Sony WH-1000XM5 Headphones |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Sony | Sony |
| Model | WH-1000XM6 | WH-1000XM5 |
| Announced | 2025 | 2022 |
| Type | Over-Ear Wireless Headphones | Over-Ear Wireless Headphones |
| Color | Sand Pink, Midnight Blue, Black, Platinum Silver | Black, Platinum Silver, Midnight Blue, Smoky Pink |
Design
| Specification | Sony WH-1000XM6 Headphones | Sony WH-1000XM5 Headphones |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | Approx. 8.96 oz | Approx. 8.82 oz |
Battery & Charging
| Specification | Sony WH-1000XM6 Headphones | Sony WH-1000XM5 Headphones |
|---|---|---|
| Battery Life | Max. 30 hrs (NC ON), Max. 40 hrs (NC OFF) | Max. 30 hrs (NC ON), Max. 40 hrs (NC OFF) |
| Charging Time | Approx. 3.5 hrs | Approx. 3.5 hrs |
| Charging Port | USB-C | USB-C |
| Wireless Charging | No | No |
Connectivity
| Specification | Sony WH-1000XM6 Headphones | Sony WH-1000XM5 Headphones |
|---|---|---|
| Connection | Bluetooth + Stereo Mini Jack | Bluetooth + Stereo Mini Jack |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.3 | Bluetooth 5.2 |
| Bluetooth Range | Approx. 32.81 ft | 32.81 ft |
| Multipoint Connection | Yes | — |
| Connector | Gold-plated L-shaped stereo mini plug | Gold-plated L-shaped stereo mini plug |
| Cable Length | Approx. 3.94 ft | approx. 3.94 ft |
| App Support | Sony | Sound Connect | Sony | Sound Connect |
Features
| Specification | Sony WH-1000XM6 Headphones | Sony WH-1000XM5 Headphones |
|---|---|---|
| Special Features | Atmospheric Pressure Optimizing; Adaptive NC Optimizer; Passive Operation | Atmospheric Pressure Optimizing; Auto NC Optimizer; Passive Operation |
Audio
| Specification | Sony WH-1000XM6 Headphones | Sony WH-1000XM5 Headphones |
|---|---|---|
| Drivers | 1.18 in | 11.82 in |
| Frequency Response | 4–40,000 Hz (JEITA) | 4 Hz–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) | 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) |
| Audio Codecs | SBC, AAC, LDAC, LC3 | SBC, AAC, LDAC |
| Active Noise Cancellation | Yes | Yes |
| Transparency / Ambient Mode | Ambient Sound Mode, Ambient Sound, Auto Ambient Sound, Quick Attention | Ambient Sound Mode, Ambient Sound, Quick Attention |
| Microphones | MEMS, Omni directional | Built-in microphones |
| Audio Features | Dsee Extreme; Passive Operation; Magnet: Neodymium | Dsee Extreme; Passive Operation; Magnet: Neodymium |
Charging Case
| Specification | Sony WH-1000XM6 Headphones | Sony WH-1000XM5 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 | Sony WH-1000XM6 Headphones | Sony WH-1000XM5 Headphones |
|---|---|---|
| Controls | Quick Attention | Quick Attention |
| Ear Tips / Ear Cushions | Cushioned earcups | Cushioned earcups |
What's in the Box
| Specification | Sony WH-1000XM6 Headphones | Sony WH-1000XM5 Headphones |
|---|---|---|
| Headphones / Earbuds | WH-1000XM6 headphones | WH-1000XM5 headphones |
| Charging Case | N/A - no charging case | N/A - no charging case |
| Charging Cable | USB Cable | USB Cable |
| Audio Cable | Connection Cable | Connection Cable |
| Ear Tips / Accessories | N/A - over-ear design | N/A - over-ear design |
| Documentation | Warranty Card; Reference guide | Quick start and safety documentation |