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Sennheiser and Sony both make excellent headphones with great sound, impressive battery performance, and functional, minimalist silhouettes. If you're between Sony's WH-1000XM6 and Sennheiser's Momentum 5, you should know that despite their similarities, they appeal to different kinds of users.
Also: I traveled 2,700 miles with Sony, Apple, and Sennheiser headphones - this pair sounded the best
Sennheiser's headphones appeal most to audio purists who still want the convenience and flexibility of wireless headphones, while Sony's appeal to people who want the smartest, most feature-rich headphones around. Let's go into further detail about which one is best for you.
Specifications
Sennheiser Momentum 5 Sony WH-1000XM6 Wired connectivity USB-C; 3.5mm jack 3.5mm jack Codec support SBC; AAC; AptX Adaptive; AptX Lossless SBC; AAC; LC3; LDAC Spatial audio Optimized for Dolby Atmos Sony 360 Reality Audio Upmix Foldable No Yes Audio modes ANC; Transparency; Adaptive ANC ANC; Ambient Sound Mode; Adaptive Sound Control Battery life 57 hours (with ANC on) 30 hours (with ANC on) Price $400 $460
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