AirPods 5 or Sony WH-1000XM6: which headphones to choose
Short answer
If you have an iPhone and want light earbuds that fit in a pocket, get the Apple AirPods 5: they pair in one tap and have noise cancelling. For the strongest noise cancelling on the metro, a plane or in the office, 30 hours of battery and full Android support, get the Sony WH-1000XM6.
Two different formats
The Apple AirPods 5 are compact wireless earbuds. They have an open design (no silicone tips) yet still offer Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) and a Transparency mode. The Apple H2 chip gives deeper bass and clean highs.
The Sony WH-1000XM6 are over-ear headphones that fully cover the ear. The new QN3 processor and 12 microphones adapt the noise cancelling to your surroundings, so on a bus, in the office or on a plane you hear only your music.
Noise cancelling
Both have ANC, but the over-ear Sony seal around the ear and so block more noise. The open-design AirPods 5 are more comfortable but let in more of the world around you.
Battery
With ANC on, the Sony WH-1000XM6 last up to 30 hours on a charge, and a 3-minute quick charge gives about 3 hours of playback. AirPods suit shorter sessions and top up in their case.
Working with your phone
AirPods pair with an iPhone in one tap — the easiest choice for Apple users. The Sony work equally well with Android and iPhone, connect to two devices at once (multipoint) and support the high-quality LDAC codec on Android.
Comparison
| AirPods 5 | Sony WH-1000XM6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Format | Earbuds, open design | Over-ear, foldable |
| Noise cancelling | ANC + Transparency | ANC, 12 mics, QN3 |
| Battery | Recharges in the case | Up to 30 hours (ANC on) |
| Best with | iPhone | Android and iPhone |
| Two devices at once | — | Yes (multipoint) |
In short
- Every day, in a pocket, with an iPhone — AirPods 5.
- Long trips, noisy places, Android, the best sound — Sony WH-1000XM6.
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Frequently asked questions
Do AirPods 5 work with Android?
Yes, over Bluetooth, but conveniences like one-tap pairing only work with an iPhone. On Android, the Sony WH-1000XM6 are the better choice.
Which has stronger noise cancelling?
The Sony WH-1000XM6, thanks to the over-ear fit, the QN3 processor and 12 microphones.
How long do the Sony WH-1000XM6 last on a charge?
Up to 30 hours with noise cancelling on. A 3-minute quick charge gives about 3 hours of playback.
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