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 780NC Adaptive Noise Cancelling Headphones JBL Live 780NC Adaptive Noise Cancelling Headphones #139 in Noise-Cancelling Headphones
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Rating
★★★★★
★★★★★
Category rank
#1
#139
Noise Cancelling
Class-leading noise cancellation
Adaptive 6-mic system
Sound
Premium audio, balanced tuning
Hi-Res tunable with Personi-Fi 3.0
Battery
30 hours with ANC on
50h (ANC on) / 80h (off)
Comfort
Comfortable, some heat on long sessions
Lightweight, ergonomic earcups
Call Quality
Good microphone, some wind noise
2-mic Perfect Calls 2.0 with AI
Build Durability
Solid build, foldable hinges proven reliable
Metal hinge, silicone headband
Value
$199.99 refurbished (50% off retail)
Flagship features at $249.95
Verdict
Best value in flagship ANC headphones
Best value adaptive ANC with marathon battery life

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