
Bose
$150
Anker Soundcore Q45 clearly outperforms the Bose QuietComfort Bluetooth Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones in the headphones category, particularly in performance, scoring 7.6/10 vs 5.9/10. If you want the better overall performer, Anker Soundcore Q45 is the clear pick.
Scores are relative within the headphonescategory. Percentages show each dimension's weight in the overall score. A difference of less than 0.5 points is considered a tie.
✗ Cons
✓ Pros
| Spec | Bose QuietComfort Bluetooth Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones | Anker Soundcore Q45W |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Over-ear | Over-ear |
| Driver Type | Dynamic | Dynamic |
| Driver Size | 40mm | 40mm |
| Frequency Response | 20 Hz - 20,000 Hz | 20 Hz - 20,000 Hz |
| Impedance | 32 Ohm | 16 Ohm |
| Sensitivity | 91 dB/mW | 95 dB/mW |
| ANC | Active Noise Cancelling | true |
| Transparency Mode | Yes (Aware Mode) | Yes (Ambient Sound Mode) |
| EQ App | Bose Music App | Soundcore App |
| Touch Controls | Yes (touch panel) | Yes (touch panel) |
| Voice Assistant | Google Assistant, Alexa | Google Assistant, Alexa, Siri |
| Battery Life | 20hrs | 40hrs✓ |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.1 | Bluetooth 5.0 |
| Codecs | SBC, AAC | SBC, AAC, LDAC |
| Multipoint | Yes (2 devices) | true |
| Foldable | Yes | Yes |
| Weight | 250g | 248g✓ |
| Colors | Black, Silver | Black, White |
| Price | 150$ | 79$✓ |
Buy Bose QuietComfort Bluetooth Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones if…
The Bose QuietComfort Bluetooth Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones is worth considering if you prefer its specific design, ecosystem, or brand — though it scores lower overall in our comparison.
Buy Anker Soundcore Q45 if…
Buy the Anker Soundcore Q45 if you want the best performance in this comparison. It scores higher overall and is the recommended choice for most buyers.
Who do you think wins this matchup?
Anker Soundcore Q45 clearly outperforms the Bose QuietComfort Bluetooth Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones in the headphones category, particularly in performance, scoring 7.6/10 vs 5.9/10. If you want the better overall performer, Anker Soundcore Q45 is the clear pick.
No, Anker Soundcore Q45 scores higher (7.6 vs 5.9).
Anker Soundcore Q45 is cheaper at $79 vs $150 for the Bose QuietComfort Bluetooth Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones.
The Bose QuietComfort Bluetooth Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones is worth considering if you prefer its specific design, ecosystem, or brand — though it scores lower overall in our comparison.
Buy the Anker Soundcore Q45 if you want the best performance in this comparison. It scores higher overall and is the recommended choice for most buyers.
Anker Soundcore Q45 lasts longer with 40 hours vs 20 hours for the other.