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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Sony WH-1000XM4 Noise Cancelling Headphones (Refurbished) Sony WH-1000XM4 Noise Cancelling Headphones (Refurbished) #22 in Noise-Cancelling Headphones
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Rating
★★★★★
★★★★★
Category rank
#1
#22
Noise Cancelling
Class-leading noise cancellation
Excellent real-world quietness
Sound
Premium audio, balanced tuning
Balanced, detailed, warm tuning
Battery
30 hours with ANC on
~30 hours with ANC on
Comfort
Comfortable, some heat on long sessions
Plush pads, moderate clamp, all-day wear
Call Quality
Good microphone, some wind noise
Good microphone, adequate wind rejection
Build Durability
Solid build, foldable hinges proven reliable
Quality plastics, proven hinges, reliable
Value
$199.99 refurbished (50% off retail)
Flagship performance at refurbished discount
Verdict
Best value in flagship ANC headphones
Best refurbished flagship ANC headphone value

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