Sony WH-1000XM6 Wins
Winner
VS
Sennheiser Momentum 4 Wireless
9.2
Audiophiles who prioritize sound quality and battery life over maximum ANC
Score Comparison
Criteria
Sony WH-1000XM6
Sennheiser Momentum 4 Wireless
Overall Score
9.6
9.2
Sound Quality
9.7
9.8
Noise Cancellation
9.6
8.8
Comfort
9.4
9.0
Features
9.6
8.8
Build Quality
9.5
9.2
Pricing & Features
Specification
Sony WH-1000XM6
Sennheiser Momentum 4 Wireless
Price
$449
$379
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 Sennheiser Momentum 4 Wireless
Audiophiles who prioritize sound quality and battery life over maximum ANC
Sennheiser Momentum 4 delivers the best pure audio quality in the category with incredible battery life, though noise cancellation trails Sony and Bose slightly.
Strengths
- Audiophile-grade sound with exceptional clarity
- 60-hour battery life (best in class)
- Premium materials with sleek design
- aptX Adaptive and LDAC codec support
Limitations
- ANC not as aggressive as Sony or Bose
- No multipoint on initial release (added via update)
- Touch controls take getting used to
