
Anker
$79

Sony
$300
Anker Soundcore Q45 narrowly beats the Sony WH-1000XM6 The Best Wireless Noise Canceling in the headphones category, particularly in display, scoring 7.6/10 vs 6.9/10. If you want the better overall performer, Anker Soundcore Q45 is the clear pick.
Scores are relative within the headphonescategory. Percentages show each dimension's weight in the overall score. A difference of less than 0.5 points is considered a tie.
✓ Pros
✗ Cons
| Spec | Anker Soundcore Q45W | Sony WH-1000XM6 The Best Wireless Noise Canceling |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Over-ear | Over-ear |
| Driver Type | Dynamic | Dynamic |
| Driver Size | 40mm✓ | 30mm |
| Frequency Response | 20 Hz - 20,000 Hz | 4 Hz - 40,000 Hz |
| Impedance | 16 Ohm | 48 Ohm |
| Sensitivity | 95 dB/mW | 105 dB/mW |
| ANC | true | Hybrid ANC (-30dB) |
| Transparency Mode | Yes (Ambient Sound Mode) | Yes (Ambient Sound) |
| EQ App | Soundcore App | Sony Headphones Connect |
| Touch Controls | Yes (touch panel) | Yes (touch panel) |
| Voice Assistant | Google Assistant, Alexa, Siri | Google Assistant, Alexa, Siri |
| Battery Life | 40hrs✓ | 30hrs |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.0 | Bluetooth 5.2 |
| Codecs | SBC, AAC, LDAC | SBC, AAC, LDAC |
| Multipoint | true | Yes (2 devices) |
| Foldable | Yes | Yes |
| Weight | 248g✓ | 250g |
| Colors | Black, White | Black, Silver |
| Price | 79$✓ | 299.99$ |
Buy Anker Soundcore Q45 if…
Buy the Anker Soundcore Q45 if you want the best overall value in this comparison. It scores higher overall and is the recommended choice for most buyers.
Buy Sony WH-1000XM6 The Best Wireless Noise Canceling if…
The Sony WH-1000XM6 The Best Wireless Noise Canceling is worth considering if you prefer its specific design, ecosystem, or brand — though it scores lower overall in our comparison.
Who do you think wins this matchup?
Anker Soundcore Q45 narrowly beats the Sony WH-1000XM6 The Best Wireless Noise Canceling in the headphones category, particularly in display, scoring 7.6/10 vs 6.9/10. If you want the better overall performer, Anker Soundcore Q45 is the clear pick.
Yes, Anker Soundcore Q45 scores higher overall (6.2 vs 4.8).
Anker Soundcore Q45 is cheaper at $79 vs $299.99 for the Sony WH-1000XM6 The Best Wireless Noise Canceling.
Buy the Anker Soundcore Q45 if you want the best overall value in this comparison. It scores higher overall and is the recommended choice for most buyers.
The Sony WH-1000XM6 The Best Wireless Noise Canceling is worth considering if you prefer its specific design, ecosystem, or brand — though it scores lower overall in our comparison.
Anker Soundcore Q45 lasts longer with 40 hours vs 30 hours for the other.