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Sony WH-1000XM6 vs WH-1000XM5: What’s the difference?


Sony’s new XM6 headphones offer a lot of upgrades over the XM5s, but since the XM5s are sticking around, the question is: which pair is right for you?

There’s a new HD Noise Canceling Processor QN3 that’s 7x faster than the chip in the XM5s for ANC, plus a new Adaptive NC Optimizer for better noise-cancelling precision. New drivers and updated materials inside the headphones help to bring out more clarity and definition in your music, while other features like Edge-AI, DESS Extreme, and LDAC support enhance your listening experience even more. He’s been reporting on the latest consumer technology since 2015, with his work featured on CNN Underscored, ZDNET, How-To Geek, XDA, TheStreet, and more.

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