Beats Studio Pro vs Sony WH-1000XM6
Beats Studio Pro
Beats
7.8
Recommended
Sony WH-1000XM6
Sony
8.9
Must Buy
What Reviewers Agree On
- Cross-platform: works great with both iOS and Android
- Improved, more balanced sound compared to older Beats
- Comfortable for extended wear
Deal Breakers
- No multipoint Bluetooth at launch (added via firmware)
What Reviewers Agree On
- Best-in-class ANC — blocks more noise than any competitor
- Lighter and more comfortable than XM5 for extended wear
- Outstanding 40+ hour battery life
Pros & Cons
Beats Studio Pro
Pros
- Cross-platform: works great with both iOS and Android
- Improved, more balanced sound compared to older Beats
- Comfortable for extended wear
Cons
- No multipoint Bluetooth at launch (added via firmware)
Sony WH-1000XM6
Pros
Detailed Comparison
Sound Quality
Beats Studio Pro
More balanced than previous Beats, with punchy bass and clear mids.
- Sound has matured — less bass-heavy, more balanced with clear vocals
- Supports lossless USB-C audio — a rare feature at this price
Sony WH-1000XM6
Refined sound signature with more detail and clarity compared to XM5, while retaining excellent bass.
- New 30mm drivers deliver more detailed mids and tighter bass than XM5
- LDAC and DSEE Ultimate upscaling make streaming audio sound noticeably better
- Slightly less bass emphasis than XM5 — more neutral tuning may not suit everyone
Noise Cancellation
Beats Studio Pro
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