QuietComfort 35 II vs QuietComfort Ultra
QuietComfort 35 II
2017 · $179 today
8764
QuietComfort Ultra
2023 · $349 today
8881
Dashed outline = score at launch
Why QuietComfort 35 II is better
- Driver: 40 mm dynamic vs 35 mm dynamic(14% more)
- Weight: 234 g vs 254 g(9% less)
Why QuietComfort Ultra is better
- Battery: 24 h ANC on vs 20 h ANC on(20% more)
Verdict
QuietComfort Ultra leads outright in 6 of 6 dimensions today.
Spec by spec
| Spec | QuietComfort 35 II | QuietComfort Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Audio | ||
| Driver | 40 mm dynamic● | 35 mm dynamic |
| ANC | 3-level active | CustomTune adaptive |
| Codecs | SBC, AAC | SBC, AAC, aptX Adaptive |
| Multipoint | Yes, 2 devices | Yes, 2 devices |
| Practical | ||
| Battery | 20 h ANC on | 24 h ANC on● |
| Weight | 234 g● | 254 g |
| Charging | Micro-USB | USB-C |
| Folding | Yes, flat + fold | Flat + fold |