Sony
Sony WH-1000XM6 Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones
The best over-ear headphones overall — new driver tuning, foldable design, and noise cancellation that rivals Bose.
Our Review
The Sony WH-1000XM6 represent the latest evolution of the most popular premium headphone line. The HD Noise Canceling Processor QN3 uses 12 microphones for 7x faster ANC processing than the XM5. Co-created with mastering engineers, the sound signature is detailed and balanced across all frequencies. The foldable design (new for this generation) makes them travel-friendly, and 30+ hours of battery with ANC on gets through transcontinental flights. LDAC support streams high-res audio wirelessly. RTINGS' #1 noise-cancelling headphone for 2026.
✅ What We Like
- Best noise cancellation tested (ties Bose)
- Foldable design is a welcome upgrade
- 30-hour battery is class-leading
- Sound quality is audiophile-grade
⚠️ Worth Noting
- $430 is premium pricing
- Touch controls have a learning curve
- Can feel warm during long sessions
- Multipoint connection can be finicky
Key Features
- HD NC Processor QN3 with 12 microphones
- Foldable design — new for XM6
- 30+ hour battery with ANC on
- LDAC high-res wireless audio
- Adaptive Sound Control adjusts to environment
Specifications
| anc | True |
|---|---|
| battery_hours | 30 |
| bluetooth | 5.3 |
| codec | SBC, AAC, LDAC, LC3 |
| driver_mm | 30 |
| foldable | True |
| microphones | 12 |
| warranty_years | 1 |
| weight_g | 252 |
| wired_option | True |
Best For
- Best Overall
- Noise Canceling
- Audiophile