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.

Price
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Rating
Category rank
#1
#138
Noise Cancelling
Class-leading noise cancellation
Excellent low-freq cancellation
Sound
Premium audio, balanced tuning
Warm, bass-forward tuning
Battery
30 hours with ANC on
24 hours with ANC
Comfort
Comfortable, some heat on long sessions
Plush, gentle clamp
Call Quality
Good microphone, some wind noise
Good, stable calls
Build Durability
Solid build, foldable hinges proven reliable
Solid plastic, proven hinge
Value
$199.99 refurbished (50% off retail)
Renewed discount on proven model
Verdict
Best value in flagship ANC headphones
Best ANC comfort (at refurbished pricing)

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