Sony WH-1000XM6 Wins
Winner
VS
Score Comparison
Criteria
Sony WH-1000XM6
Beats Studio Pro
Overall Score
9.6
8.4
Sound Quality
9.7
8.8
Noise Cancellation
9.6
8.5
Comfort
9.4
8.2
Features
9.6
8.5
Build Quality
9.5
8.5
Pricing & Features
Specification
Sony WH-1000XM6
Beats Studio Pro
Price
$449
$349
Making Your Decision
When to Choose Sony WH-1000XM6
Audiophiles who want the best wireless headphone sound quality
Sony WH-1000XM6 reclaim the crown with the new QN3 processor, 12-mic array, and the return of the foldable design. The $50 price increase is justified by the improvements.
Strengths
- Best-in-class sound quality with new QN3 processor
- Foldable design returns (finally!)
- 12 microphones for superior ANC
- AI-powered call quality with voice isolation
Limitations
- Price increased to $449
- Still no IP rating for water resistance
- Heavier than some competitors
When to Choose Beats Studio Pro
Cross-platform users wanting Apple quality without Apple-only ecosystem lock-in
Beats Studio Pro represents a major improvement for the brand with balanced sound and cross-platform compatibility, though it still can't match Sony or Bose for pure ANC performance.
Strengths
- Works seamlessly with both iOS and Android
- USB-C and 3.5mm audio cable included
- Improved, more balanced sound than older Beats
- Spatial Audio with dynamic head tracking
Limitations
- ANC trails Sony and Bose flagships
- Battery life only 24 hours with ANC
- Clamping force can be tight initially
