WH-1000XM5 vs QuietComfort Ultra
WH-1000XM5
2022 · $328 today
9180
QuietComfort Ultra
2023 · $349 today
8881
Dashed outline = score at launch
Why WH-1000XM5 is better
- Battery: 30 h ANC on vs 24 h ANC on(25% more)
- Weight: 250 g vs 254 g(lower)
Why QuietComfort Ultra is better
- Driver: 35 mm dynamic vs 30 mm carbon-fibre(17% more)
Verdict
QuietComfort Ultra leads outright in 3 of 6 dimensions today.
Spec by spec
| Spec | WH-1000XM5 | QuietComfort Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Audio | ||
| Driver | 30 mm carbon-fibre | 35 mm dynamic● |
| ANC | 8 mics, Auto NC Optimizer | CustomTune adaptive |
| Codecs | SBC, AAC, LDAC | SBC, AAC, aptX Adaptive |
| Multipoint | Yes, 2 devices | Yes, 2 devices |
| Practical | ||
| Battery | 30 h ANC on● | 24 h ANC on |
| Weight | 250 g● | 254 g |
| Charging | USB-C, 3 min = 3 h | USB-C |
| Folding | Flat only | Flat + fold |