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WH-1000XM5 vs QuietComfort 35 II

WH-1000XM5

2022 · $328 today

9180
QuietComfort 35 II

2017 · $179 today

8764
SoundNoise cancellingComfortBatteryFeaturesValue
WH-1000XM5QuietComfort 35 II

Dashed outline = score at launch

Verdict

WH-1000XM5 leads outright in 5 of 6 dimensions today.

Spec by spec

SpecWH-1000XM5QuietComfort 35 II
Audio
Driver30 mm carbon-fibre40 mm dynamic
ANC8 mics, Auto NC Optimizer3-level active
CodecsSBC, AAC, LDACSBC, AAC
MultipointYes, 2 devicesYes, 2 devices
Practical
Battery30 h ANC on20 h ANC on
Weight250 g234 g
ChargingUSB-C, 3 min = 3 hMicro-USB
FoldingFlat onlyYes, flat + fold