Sony WF-1000XM6 Review
V2 chip · LDAC · 30hr · 360 Reality Audio
Specdex verdict The Sony WF-1000XM6 earns a 94/100 — flagship-tier performance with no significant weak spots, a pick we'd recommend to anyone shopping in this category.
The audiophile's ANC earbud. Class-leading sound, LDAC + multipoint, 30-hour total battery. Most-recommended Android pair of 2025.
Sony WF-1000XM6 versus its closest rivals
- +Class-leading sound + ANC combo
- +LDAC + multipoint
- +30-hour total battery
- −App-required for advanced EQ
- −Larger than AirPods Pro 3
- −Premium pricing
Who's the Sony WF-1000XM6 for?
Quick verdicts for the most common buyer profiles, derived from the sub-scores above.
Compute scores trail current top-tier — look at our step-up alternatives below if performance is the priority.
Battery sub-score of 92 puts this near the top of its category — full-day use without anxiety.
At $299 this is a genuine value play — Specdex score of 94 far exceeds the typical sub-$500 baseline.
In the box
What you get when you unbox the Sony WF-1000XM6.
- Earbuds
- Wireless charging case
- USB-C cable
- 3 sizes of ear tips (S/M/L)
Standard contents — region/SKU may vary; confirm at retailer.
Full score breakdown
Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Driver | 8.4 mm Dynamic Driver X |
| Codecs | LDAC + AAC + LC3 |
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Battery | 8 hr (24 hr with case) |
| Charging | USB-C / Qi |
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Bluetooth | 5.3 LE |
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Weight | 5.4 g per bud |
| IP rating | IP54 |
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