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 Tune 670NC On-Ear Noise Cancelling Headphones JBL Tune 670NC On-Ear Noise Cancelling Headphones #17 in Noise-Cancelling Headphones
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Rating
★★★★★
★★★★★
Category rank
#1
#17
Noise Cancelling
Class-leading noise cancellation
Adaptive ANC; moderate effectiveness
Sound
Premium audio, balanced tuning
Consumer-tuned, bass-forward, decent clarity
Battery
30 hours with ANC on
70 hours with ANC on
Comfort
Comfortable, some heat on long sessions
Lightweight on-ear; good for travel, less ideal all-day
Call Quality
Good microphone, some wind noise
Decent microphones, acceptable wind handling
Build Durability
Solid build, foldable hinges proven reliable
Plastic construction, solid hinges, foldable design
Value
$199.99 refurbished (50% off retail)
$59 (46% off list); excellent price-to-feature ratio
Verdict
Best value in flagship ANC headphones
Best budget ANC on-ear for travelers

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