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Bose QC45 · Rose Gold — Over-ear · 2021
Bose

Bose QC45 · Rose Gold

Over-ear · 2021

88
/ 100
From $329
VS
Bose QC45 — Over-ear · 2021
Bose

Bose QC45

Over-ear · 2021

88
/ 100
From $329
Specdex verdict

Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.

In our weighted Specdex score, Bose QC45 · Rose Gold lands at 88 and Bose QC45 at 88. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.

Pick Bose QC45 · Rose Gold if…

  • ✓Flagship comfort + ANC on modern models
  • ✓Premium build
  • ✓Active noise cancellation (most models)

Pick Bose QC45 if…

  • ✓Flagship comfort + ANC on modern models
  • ✓Premium build
  • ✓Active noise cancellation (most models)
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Winner by scenario

Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate test

Sound quality

Tie

Tuning, detail, and staging

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Noise cancelling

Tie

ANC strength for commute and travel

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Comfort

Tie

Long-session wearability

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Value for money

Tie

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

Effectively tied — similar score-per-dollar at MSRP.

Bose QC45 · Rose Gold 88
vs
88 Bose QC45

Score breakdown

Bose QC45 · Rose Gold
88
anc 86
sound 88
comfort 87
battery 82
features 84
Bose QC45
88
anc 86
sound 88
comfort 87
battery 82
features 84

Specs side-by-side

Bose QC45 · Rose Gold versus Bose QC45 — full spec comparison
Spec Bose QC45 · Rose Gold Bose QC45
Type
Over-ear
Over-ear
Release year
2021
2021

Bose QC45 · Rose Gold

Pros
  • +Flagship comfort + ANC on modern models
  • +Premium build
  • +Active noise cancellation (most models)
Cons
  • −Battery varies by codec
  • −Some are Bluetooth-only
  • −Price creep vs previous gen

Bose QC45

Pros
  • +Flagship comfort + ANC on modern models
  • +Premium build
  • +Active noise cancellation (most models)
Cons
  • −Battery varies by codec
  • −Some are Bluetooth-only
  • −Price creep vs previous gen

FAQ: Bose QC45 · Rose Gold vs Bose QC45

Which is better, Bose QC45 · Rose Gold or Bose QC45? +

Both score 88 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is Bose QC45 · Rose Gold worth the price? +

At $329, Bose QC45 · Rose Gold delivers a Specdex score of 88 — strongest in sound.

Is Bose QC45 worth the price? +

At $329, Bose QC45 delivers a Specdex score of 88 — strongest in sound.

Does Bose QC45 · Rose Gold or Bose QC45 last longer? +

Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.