The Trend Verdict
Spec-by-spec

Head to head

Contenders from Noise-Cancelling Headphones, every metric lined up. The winning value in each row is outlined.

Sony WH-1000XM4 Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones (Renewed) Sony WH-1000XM4 Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones (Renewed) #1 in Noise-Cancelling Headphones
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JBL Live 770NC Wireless ANC Headphones JBL Live 770NC Wireless ANC Headphones #75 in Noise-Cancelling Headphones
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Rating
★★★★★
★★★★★
Category rank
#1
#75
Noise Cancelling
Class-leading noise cancellation
Adaptive, steady mid-tier
Sound
Premium audio, balanced tuning
Warm, bass-forward consumer tuning
Battery
30 hours with ANC on
65 hours with ANC on
Comfort
Comfortable, some heat on long sessions
Lightweight, plush fabric headband
Call Quality
Good microphone, some wind noise
Good clarity, decent wind isolation
Build Durability
Solid build, foldable hinges proven reliable
Quality plastics, solid hinges
Value
$199.99 refurbished (50% off retail)
$117 USD for feature set
Verdict
Best value in flagship ANC headphones
Best battery life in ANC headphones

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