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Bose QuietComfort Headphones — Over-ear · 2023
Bose

Bose QuietComfort Headphones

Over-ear · 2023

90
/ 100
From $349
VS
Bose QuietComfort Headphones · Arctic White — Over-ear · 2023
Bose

Bose QuietComfort Headphones · Arctic White

Over-ear · 2023

90
/ 100
From $349
Specdex verdict

Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.

In our weighted Specdex score, Bose QuietComfort Headphones lands at 90 and Bose QuietComfort Headphones · Arctic White at 90. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.

Pick Bose QuietComfort Headphones if…

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

Pick Bose QuietComfort Headphones · Arctic White 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 QuietComfort Headphones 90
vs
90 Bose QuietComfort Headphones · Arctic White

Score breakdown

Bose QuietComfort Headphones
90
anc 88
sound 90
comfort 89
battery 82
features 86
Bose QuietComfort Headphones · Arctic White
90
anc 88
sound 90
comfort 89
battery 82
features 86

Specs side-by-side

Bose QuietComfort Headphones versus Bose QuietComfort Headphones · Arctic White — full spec comparison
Spec Bose QuietComfort Headphones Bose QuietComfort Headphones · Arctic White
Type
Over-ear
Over-ear
Release year
2023
2023

Bose QuietComfort Headphones

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 QuietComfort Headphones · Arctic White

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 QuietComfort Headphones vs Bose QuietComfort Headphones · Arctic White

Which is better, Bose QuietComfort Headphones or Bose QuietComfort Headphones · Arctic White? +

Both score 90 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is Bose QuietComfort Headphones worth the price? +

At $349, Bose QuietComfort Headphones delivers a Specdex score of 90 — strongest in sound.

Is Bose QuietComfort Headphones · Arctic White worth the price? +

At $349, Bose QuietComfort Headphones · Arctic White delivers a Specdex score of 90 — strongest in sound.

Does Bose QuietComfort Headphones or Bose QuietComfort Headphones · Arctic White 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.