Connections
- Bose QuietComfort SC Headphones
- Bluetooth and wired connection
- Sony WH-1000XM5 Headphones
- Bluetooth connection
Headphones comparison
Bose QuietComfort SC vs Sony WH-1000XM5
Compare sound, battery life, fit, controls and connections.
01Selected  Bose QuietComfort SC Headphones
KSh 32,000In Stock | 02  Sony WH-1000XM5 Headphones
KSh 32,500In Stock |
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Our quick verdict
The Sony WH-1000XM5 Headphones is the stronger choice: it lasts longer between charges (up to 30 hours) and has virtual surround sound, while the Bose QuietComfort SC Headphones only has a foldable design for travel.
Fit
- Bose QuietComfort SC Headphones
- Protein-leather around-ear cushions
- Sony WH-1000XM5 Headphones
- Cushioned earcups
Battery life
- Bose QuietComfort SC Headphones
- Up to 24 hours with ANC on
- Sony WH-1000XM5 Headphones
- Up to 30 hours per charge
Controls
- Bose QuietComfort SC Headphones
- Action button
- Sony WH-1000XM5 Headphones
- Quick Attention
Audio
- Bose QuietComfort SC Headphones
- Adjustable EQ
- Sony WH-1000XM5 Headphones
- Dsee Extreme
Key differences
The main differences to help you choose.
Bose QuietComfort SC Headphones
- Folds for travel.
- Bluetooth and wired connection.
Sony WH-1000XM5 Headphones
- Longer rated battery life: up to 30 hours (vs 24 hours).
- Newer Bluetooth 5.2 (vs 5.1).
- Virtual surround sound.
- LDAC hi-res Bluetooth codec support.
What matters most to you?
6 priorities selected.
| Priority | Bose QuietComfort SC Headphones | Sony WH-1000XM5 Headphones |
|---|---|---|
| Fit | Protein-leather around-ear cushions | Cushioned earcups |
| Battery life | Up to 24 hours with ANC on | Up to 30 hours per charge |
| Two devices | Connects to two devices at once | Connects to two devices at once |
| Controls | Action button | Quick Attention |
| Noise cancellation | Noise cancellation for listening | Noise cancellation for listening |
| Connections | Bluetooth 5.1 | Bluetooth 5.2 |
| Audio | Adjustable EQ | Dsee Extreme |
| Charging | 15 minutes provides up to 4 hours | 3 minutes provides up to 3 hours with a USB-PD adapter |
| Software | Works with the Bose app | Sony / Sound Connect |
| App support | Bose app | Sony / Sound Connect |
| Voice assistant | Connected smartphone assistant | Google Assistant, Alexa or Siri with compatible devices |
| Transparency / ambient mode | Aware Mode | Ambient Sound Mode, Ambient Sound, Quick Attention |
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Detailed comparison
Explore the full specifications, section by section.
These products have the same published specifications.
Similarities
- Both have active noise cancellation.
- Both connect to two devices at once.
- 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 summary
For most buyers the Sony WH-1000XM5 Headphones is the better buy; the Bose QuietComfort SC Headphones makes sense if you want a foldable design for travel.
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