3 perspectives. One decision.
Sony WH-1000XM6 vs Bose QuietComfort Ultra (2nd Gen) vs Sennheiser Momentum 4
Three premium wireless headphones compared on battery life, weight, connections and the compromises that matter in daily use.
The short answer
Sony has the widest listed codec selection and the lowest published weight in this table. Sennheiser offers the longest advertised battery life. Bose adds USB-C audio. Start with your devices and listening habits, then check comfort before buying.
For codec flexibility
Sony WH-1000XM6
A wide codec selection; check which ones your phone supports.
Check it out: Sony WH-1000XM6 Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones on Amazon.de (opens a new tab)
For USB-C listening
Bose QuietComfort Ultra (2nd Gen)
USB-C audio and familiar ANC controls. Check fit before deciding.
Check it out: Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones (2nd Gen) on Amazon.de (opens a new tab)
For longer battery life
Sennheiser Momentum 4
Up to 60 hours advertised with ANC. The heaviest of these three.
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The differences you can verify
Sony lists a broad codec set and a slightly lower weight than Bose. Sennheiser lists the longest battery life of these three. Those differences help narrow the choice, but they cannot tell you which ear pads or sound profile you will prefer.
For travel
Battery life matters on long journeys, but so do case size, clamp pressure, microphone behavior and how quickly the headphones switch between a phone and laptop. Sony and Bose publish similar ANC-on battery figures. Sennheiser has much more stated headroom between charges.
For work
Multipoint behavior, microphone consistency and controls often matter more than maximum volume. Check whether the apps support the devices you use and whether a wired fallback is important for calls or desk work.
For listening
Codec support can matter when the source device supports the same codec, but fit and tuning usually have the larger everyday effect. A short listening session and a realistic return window remain more useful than assuming the longest specification list will sound best.
What the table cannot decide
Manufacturer battery figures use different test conditions. Noise cancellation, volume, spatial modes and call time can change the result. Treat the numbers as published guidance, not a controlled head-to-head laboratory test.
Side by side
The differences that matter.
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| At a glance | Sony WH-1000XM6 | Bose QuietComfort Ultra (2nd Gen) | Sennheiser Momentum 4 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Published weight | Approx. 254 g | Approx. 260 g | Approx. 293 g |
| Advertised battery with ANC | Up to 30 hours | Up to 30 hours | Up to 60 hours |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.4 | 5.2 |
| Published codecs | SBC, AAC, LDAC, LC3 | Manufacturer lists Snapdragon Sound support | SBC, AAC, aptX, aptX Adaptive |
| Cable options | 3.5 mm audio cable; passive listening listed | Audio cable and USB-C audio | Audio cable and USB-C charging |
| Check before choosing | Whether LDAC or Sony app features matter to your devices | Fit, app behavior and whether immersive modes matter to you | Whether longer battery life outweighs the heavier published weight |
A little more context
How to choose wireless headphones
A practical guide to fit, noise control, microphones, battery life and device support.