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Wireless Headphones

Sony WH-1000XM5 vs Bose QuietComfort Ultra

Four practical trade-offs, with a buying case for each option.

A
Sony WH-1000XM5

Sony WH-1000XM5

B
Bose QuietComfort Ultra

Bose QuietComfort Ultra

The breakdown

Compare the details that change the decision.

Four-round score: 3–1
01

Battery Endurance

Who lasts longer?

Sony WH-1000XM530 hrs
Bose QuietComfort Ultra24 hrs

Battery. Sony lasts 30 hours. Bose taps at 24.

02

Weight & Comfort

Who's lighter?

Sony WH-1000XM5250 g
Bose QuietComfort Ultra253 g

Weight is neck and neck. Sony is 3 grams lighter.

03

Travel Folding

Who packs smaller?

Sony WH-1000XM50 hinge
Bose QuietComfort Ultra1 hinge

Portability. Bose folds into a ball. Sony stays flat.

04

Used Market Price

Who's cheaper?

Sony WH-1000XM5$279
Bose QuietComfort Ultra$329

Price. Sony saves you fifty bucks used.

Historical estimate from the comparison script. Check current listings before buying.

Which one fits you?

The best pick depends on how you use it.

Choose Bose QuietComfort Ultra if

You travel constantly

Choose Sony WH-1000XM5 if

You want battery and value

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