Sony WH-1000XM5 Signature Edition vs Bose QuietComfort Ultra vs Bose NCH 700

Connectivity Comparison

• Connection Type 📶

  The primary method used to connect the headphones to audio devices, indicating whether they use wired connections, wireless technology, or both options.

  Sony WH-1000XM5 Signature Edition

  • Wireless + Wired Option

    The connection type of Sony WH-1000XM5 Signature Edition is Wireless + Wired Option. These headphones feature both wireless technology and wired inputs allowing users to choose their preferred connection method. Click to see all.

  Bose QuietComfort Ultra

  • Wireless

    The connection type of Bose QuietComfort Ultra is Wireless. These headphones connect to devices without cables using Bluetooth or other wireless technologies for freedom of movement. Click to see all.

  Bose NCH 700

  • Wireless

    The connection type of Bose NCH 700 is Wireless. These headphones connect to devices without cables using Bluetooth or other wireless technologies for freedom of movement. Click to see all.

• Battery Life 🔋

  The number of hours the wireless headphones can operate on a single charge, typically measured during standard usage with default settings.

  Sony WH-1000XM5 Signature Edition

  • 30 hours

    The battery life of Sony WH-1000XM5 Signature Edition is 30 hours.  Click to see all.

  Bose QuietComfort Ultra

  • 24 hours

    The battery life of Bose QuietComfort Ultra is 24 hours.  Click to see all.

  Bose NCH 700

  • 20 hours

    The battery life of Bose NCH 700 is 20 hours.  Click to see all.

• Battery Life Type 🔋

  Classification of battery performance based on duration range, providing an easy-to-understand category for the headphones' operational time between charges.

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  • Standard (20-30 Hours)

    Over-ear headphones with standard 20-30 hour battery life provide reliable daily use with a balance of features and performance.

• Multipoint Connection 🔗

  Indicates whether the headphones can connect to multiple devices simultaneously, allowing seamless switching between sources without reconnection.

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  • Yes

    Multipoint connection allows headphones to connect to multiple devices simultaneously without manual switching.

• Bluetooth Codecs Supported 📡

  Bluetooth codecs determine audio transmission quality in wireless headphones, affecting sound quality, latency, and compatibility with different source devices.

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  • SBC

    Over-ear headphones with SBC codec use the standard Bluetooth audio transmission format supported by all Bluetooth audio devices.
  • AAC

    Over-ear headphones with AAC codec support deliver high-quality wireless audio especially optimized for Apple devices.

  Sony WH-1000XM5 Signature Edition

  • LDAC

    The Bluetooth codecs supported by Sony WH-1000XM5 Signature Edition are LDAC. Over-ear headphones with LDAC codec support deliver exceptional Hi-Res wireless audio up to 990kbps on compatible Sony and Android devices. Click to see all.

  Bose QuietComfort Ultra

  • AptX Adaptive

    The Bluetooth codecs supported by Bose QuietComfort Ultra are AptX Adaptive. Over-ear headphones with aptX Adaptive support intelligently balance audio quality and connection stability based on wireless conditions. Click to see all.