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Sony WH-1000XM3 — Over-ear · 2018
Sony

Sony WH-1000XM3

Over-ear · 2018

86
/ 100
From $349
VS
Sennheiser HD 58X — Open-back
Sennheiser

Sennheiser HD 58X

Open-back

86
/ 100
From $169
Specdex verdict

Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.

In our weighted Specdex score, Sony WH-1000XM3 lands at 86 and Sennheiser HD 58X at 86. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.

Pick Sony WH-1000XM3 if…

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

Pick Sennheiser HD 58X if…

  • Reference-level detail
  • Well-regarded in audiophile community
  • Long-term ownership appeal
Sony WH-1000XM3 86
vs
86 Sennheiser HD 58X

Score breakdown

Sony WH-1000XM3
86
anc 84
sound 86
comfort 85
battery 82
features 82
Sennheiser HD 58X
86
anc 0
sound 86
comfort 88
battery 100
features 50

Specs side-by-side

Sony WH-1000XM3 versus Sennheiser HD 58X — full spec comparison
Spec Sony WH-1000XM3 Sennheiser HD 58X
Type
Over-ear
Open-back
Release year
2018

Sony WH-1000XM3

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

Sennheiser HD 58X

Pros
  • +Reference-level detail
  • +Well-regarded in audiophile community
  • +Long-term ownership appeal
Cons
  • Requires amplifier (most)
  • No active noise cancellation
  • Impractical for commuting

FAQ: Sony WH-1000XM3 vs Sennheiser HD 58X

Which is better, Sony WH-1000XM3 or Sennheiser HD 58X? +

Both score 86 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is Sony WH-1000XM3 worth the price? +

At $349, Sony WH-1000XM3 delivers a Specdex score of 86 — strongest in sound.

Is Sennheiser HD 58X worth the price? +

At $169, Sennheiser HD 58X delivers a Specdex score of 86 — strongest in battery.

Does Sony WH-1000XM3 or Sennheiser HD 58X 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.