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General

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Series

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1000X3Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WH-1000XM6Read 30 September 2026Sony's 1000X line

Model numbersiMaker identifiers for this exact model and its listed variants. Excludes sibling models and other generations.

301020-54-00-308, 301020-67-00-308, 301020-66-00-308, 301020-83-00-308, 301020-84-00-3081Maker product pagebowerswilkins.com/en-us/product/over-ear-headphones/px7-s3/301020.htmlRead 23 October 2026US store part number 301020-54-00-308 for Anthracite Black. The colour swatches carry 301020-67-00-308 (Canvas White), 301020-66-00-308 (Indigo Blue), 301020-83-00-308 (Frost Blue) and 301020-84-00-308 (Vintage Maroon).

WH-1000XM6, YY29841Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2984/v1/en/print.pdfRead 30 September 2026Help Guide cover: WH-1000XM6, Model YY2984. Marketing and regulatory model identifiers both stored.

GTIN / EAN

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AnnouncediThe maker's first announcement of this model. This is separate from first retail availability.

24 April 20253Press articletheabsolutesound.com/articles/bowers-wilkins-announces-its-all-new-px7-s3Read 23 October 2026Launch announcement from Worthing, UK, dated April 24, 2025. North American price and availability came later.

15 May 20257Press releasesony.mediaroom.com/2025-05-15-Sony-Introduces-the-Best-Noise-Cancellation-with-the-WH-1000XM6-HeadphonesRead 30 September 2026Launch release dated May 15, 2025.

Status

Available1Maker product pagebowerswilkins.com/en-us/product/over-ear-headphones/px7-s3/301020.htmlRead 23 October 2026In stock on the maker US store at $479, with dealer links.

Available3Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WH-1000XM6Read 30 September 2026Sold in the Sony Store Japan with same-day shipping on 2026-09-28

PredecessoriThe model this one directly replaced, in the same line, tier and size, as the maker or a trusted review names it.

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Sony WH-1000XM54Reviewwhathifi.com/headphones/sony-wh-1000xm6Read 30 September 2026What Hi-Fi calls the WH-1000XM5 the previous flagship before the WH-1000XM6.

SuccessoriThe model that directly replaced this one, in the same line, tier and size. A revision such as a Slim or OLED model does not count when a next generation exists.

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Launch price (US)iThe maker's US launch MSRP for the stated configuration, excluding tax. Current store prices and later discounts do not qualify.

$4495Press articletechradar.com/audio/wireless-headphones/good-news-the-five-star-wireless-headphones-we-rate-higher-than-the-sony-wh-1000xm6-are-finally-available-to-order-in-the-usRead 23 October 2026News dated May 21, 2025: US price $449, orders from bowerswilkins.com, shipping from June 10, 2025. US dollars before sales tax. The maker US page now lists $479.

$449.997Press releasesony.mediaroom.com/2025-05-15-Sony-Introduces-the-Best-Noise-Cancellation-with-the-WH-1000XM6-HeadphonesRead 30 September 2026Pricing and availability: suggested retail price $449.99 USD.

Launch price (EU)iThe maker's euro launch price for the stated configuration, including VAT as published. Current store prices and later discounts do not qualify.

€4296Reviewtomsguide.com/audio/bowers-and-wilkins-px7-s3-reviewRead 23 October 2026Review of April 24, 2025: on sale in the UK and EU that day, €429 in the EU. Country and tax treatment are not stated, so it is the EU price as reported.

€4508Press releasesony.eu/presscentre/sony-introduces-the-next-evolution-of-noise-cancelling-with-the-wh-1000xm6Read 30 September 2026Pricing and availability: €450 suggested retail price.

MarketsiISO country or region codes where this exact model or variant is sold. A source page's language does not establish availability.

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ColoursiThe maker's own colour names

Anthracite Black, Canvas White, Indigo Blue, Frost Blue, Vintage Maroon1Maker product pagebowerswilkins.com/en-us/product/over-ear-headphones/px7-s3/301020.htmlRead 23 October 2026Finishes: Canvas White, Anthracite Black, Indigo Blue, Frost Blue, Vintage Maroon. The launch range was Anthracite Black, Canvas White and Indigo Blue. Frost Blue and Vintage Maroon came later.

Black, Platinum Silver, Midnight Blue, Sandstone3Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WH-1000XM6Read 30 September 2026Japan page lists (B) Black, (S) Platinum Silver, (L) Midnight Blue, (T) Sandstone. English names as in Sony's global image assets. Sandstone is a 2026 addition

Segment

Music1Maker product pagebowerswilkins.com/en-us/product/over-ear-headphones/px7-s3/301020.htmlRead 23 October 2026Sold as high-performance noise-cancelling wireless headphones for music, films and games, with sound quality as the focus.

Music3Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WH-1000XM6Read 30 September 2026Listed under headphones, not under INZONE gaming headsets

Design

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Form factor

Over-ear1Maker product pagebowerswilkins.com/en-us/product/over-ear-headphones/px7-s3/301020.htmlRead 23 October 2026Wearing style: Over-ear Noise Cancelling Headphones.

Over-ear6Measurementrtings.com/headphones/reviews/sony/wh-1000xm6Read 30 September 2026Public introductory product description: WH-1000XM6 over-ear headphones. Style SAMPLE Notes over-ear, not earbud.

Ear cup enclosureiClosed, open or semi-open acoustic enclosure. This does not describe how the headset folds.

Closed11Measurementrtings.com/headphones/reviews/bowers-wilkins/px7-s3Read 23 October 2026Public header: Enclosure Closed-Back, over-ear, wireless, noise cancelling, mic.

Closed2Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WH-1000XM6/spec.htmlRead 30 September 2026Type: 密閉 (closed)

Wearing style

Headband4Reviewtechradar.com/audio/headphones/bowers-wilkins-px7-s3-reviewRead 23 October 2026Describes a new headband and redesigned arm mechanism.

Headband1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2984/v1/en/print.pdfRead 30 September 2026Parts list: headband with sliders on each side

FoldingiFlat means the ear cups rotate flat. Inward means the ear cups fold toward the headband.

Flat7Reviewexpertreviews.co.uk/technology/headphones-audio/bowers-wilkins-px7-s3-reviewRead 23 October 2026Build: the headphones fold flat only. The case is slimmer and semi-hard.

Flat and inward1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2984/v1/en/print.pdfRead 30 September 2026Putting the headset in the carrying case chapter: rotate left/right units, fold both units toward headband. Illustrations show flat and inward packing.

Swivelling ear cupsiEar cups can rotate relative to the headband. Tilting alone does not count.

Yes7Reviewexpertreviews.co.uk/technology/headphones-audio/bowers-wilkins-px7-s3-reviewRead 23 October 2026Fold flat only means the ear cups rotate flat. SoundGuys says the headphones lie flat in the case.8Reviewsoundguys.com/bowers-and-wilkins-px7-s3-review-an-unexpected-anc-heavyweight-142231Read 23 October 2026Headphones lie flat in the case.

Yes1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2984/v1/en/print.pdfRead 30 September 2026Putting the headset in the carrying case chapter: rotate left/right units, fold both units toward headband. Illustrations show flat and inward packing.

RGB lighting

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Lighting zonesiNumber of independently controllable lighting areas across both ear cups.

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Drivers and sound

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Driver type

Dynamic1Maker product pagebowerswilkins.com/en-us/product/over-ear-headphones/px7-s3/301020.htmlRead 23 October 2026Drive units: 2 x 40mm dynamic full range bio cellulose driver.

Dynamic9Reviewavforums.com/products/headphones.32/sony-wh-1000xm6.17345/specsRead 30 September 2026Full specifications / Sony WH-1000XM6 Features / Driver Type: 30 mm Dynamic. Exact architecture explicitly named. Other review table values are not substituted for maker data.

Driver sizeiDiameter of the largest sound driver. Do not use the microphone capsule diameter.

40mm1Maker product pagebowerswilkins.com/en-us/product/over-ear-headphones/px7-s3/301020.htmlRead 23 October 2026Drive units: 2 x 40mm dynamic full range bio cellulose driver.

30mm2Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WH-1000XM6/spec.htmlRead 30 September 2026Headphone specification / Driver Unit: 30 mm dome-type (CCAW voice coil). Dome does not explicitly classify driver architecture. The dynamic type comes from the AV Forums entry.

Drivers per sideiNumber of sound-producing transducers in one side, excluding microphones.

11Maker product pagebowerswilkins.com/en-us/product/over-ear-headphones/px7-s3/301020.htmlRead 23 October 20262 x 40 mm drive units across the two ear cups, so one per side.

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Diaphragm material

Bio-cellulose1Maker product pagebowerswilkins.com/en-us/product/over-ear-headphones/px7-s3/301020.htmlRead 23 October 2026Drive units: bio cellulose driver.

Carbon fibre composite4Reviewwhathifi.com/headphones/sony-wh-1000xm6Read 30 September 2026Same carbon fibre composite material as the WH-1000XM58Press releasesony.eu/presscentre/sony-introduces-the-next-evolution-of-noise-cancelling-with-the-wh-1000xm6Read 30 September 2026Driver dome uses high-rigidity carbon fibre composite.

Magnet

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neodymium2Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WH-1000XM6/spec.htmlRead 30 September 2026ネオジウム, translated

Frequency response (wired or passive)iPublished acoustic range for wired listening, or the maker’s single range when no mode is distinguished. Power state and test standard belong in the source note.

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Min4 HzMax40 kHz1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2984/v1/en/print.pdfRead 30 September 20264 Hz - 40,000 Hz (IEC), headphone cable with the headset on

Wireless audio transmission bandiFrequency range of audio transmitted over the wireless connection, not the acoustic response of the driver. Codec, sampling rate and bitrate conditions belong in the source note. When the maker gives a range per codec, the widest range is stored and its codec goes in the source note.

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Min20 HzMax40 kHz1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2984/v1/en/print.pdfRead 30 September 2026A2DP transmission range 20 Hz - 40,000 Hz with LDAC 96 kHz 990 kbps. 20 Hz - 20,000 Hz at 44.1 kHz

Impedance (passive when specified)iUse the headset-off value for a passive analog connection when the maker publishes both powered and passive values. Note the power state and test frequency.

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16Ω2Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WH-1000XM6/spec.htmlRead 30 September 202616 ohm passive POWER OFF. 48 ohm at 1 kHz POWER ON.

Sensitivity (passive when specified)iUse the headset-off figure when both powered and passive values exist. The power or voltage reference, test distance and frequency belong in the source note.

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102dB2Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WH-1000XM6/spec.htmlRead 30 September 2026102 dB/mW passive POWER OFF. 103 dB/mW POWER ON.

Sensitivity referenceiPublished power or voltage reference for sensitivity. Do not assume 1 mW when the source gives only a dB value.

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Per 1 mW2Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WH-1000XM6/spec.htmlRead 30 September 2026Headphone specification / Sound Pressure Sensitivity: 102 dB/mW power off, 103 dB/mW power on. Stored passive per 1 mW reference.

THD (claimed)iPublished distortion figure or numerical upper bound. The source note states any less-than sign and test level.

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Max input power

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Max digital audio sample rateiHighest supported digital audio sample rate over a USB cable or wireless dongle. This is not the microphone rate or acoustic frequency response.

96kHz2Owner's manualwerner-musica.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Px7S3_Manual_.pdfRead 23 October 2026Data sheet: USB audio up to 24 bits, 96 kHz.

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Max digital audio bit depthiHighest published digital playback bit depth over a USB cable or wireless dongle.

24bits2Owner's manualwerner-musica.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Px7S3_Manual_.pdfRead 23 October 2026Data sheet: USB audio up to 24 bits, 96 kHz.

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DAC

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Personalised soundiA manufacturer-supported hearing test or ear scan creates a device sound profile tailored to the listener. Generic equalizer adjustments do not count.

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Onboard EQiCustom playback EQ profiles stored in the headset and applied without the host app running. Note supported active connections. Receiver-only or software-only EQ does not count.

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Yes11Reviewrtings.com/headphones/learn/how-to-eq-your-headphonesRead 8 October 2026Companion Apps section names WH-1000XM6 explicitly: equalizer settings remain active after disconnecting the app and connecting to another device. This establishes headphone memory, not only an app EQ control.

Custom EQ bandsiNumber of bands in the custom playback equalizer. Microphone EQ bands are excluded.

51Maker product pagebowerswilkins.com/en-us/product/over-ear-headphones/px7-s3/301020.htmlRead 23 October 2026Technical features: 5 band customisable EQ + TrueSound mode.

104Reviewwhathifi.com/headphones/sony-wh-1000xm6Read 30 September 2026Ten-band equaliser5Reviewsoundguys.com/sony-wh-1000xm6-review-read-before-buying-137397Read 30 September 202610-band equalizer in the Sound Connect app

EQ presets

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Volume limit

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Spatial audio

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Spatial audio supportiNamed headset or host spatial-audio systems that the maker or reviewer explicitly supports. A platform feature may require compatible hardware, software or a separate licence.

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360 Reality Audio, 360 Upmix for Cinema1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2984/v1/en/print.pdfRead 30 September 2026360 Reality Audio / Head Tracking chapters: compatible 360 Reality Audio content/services and head tracking setup. 360 Upmix for Cinema settings chapter separately names cinema feature.

Spatial audio licence includediA paid spatial-audio licence is bundled or embedded. Compatibility with a separately purchased app does not count.

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Head tracking

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Yes1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2984/v1/en/print.pdfRead 30 September 2026360 Reality Audio / Head Tracking chapters: compatible 360 Reality Audio content/services and head tracking setup. 360 Upmix for Cinema settings chapter separately names cinema feature.

Noise cancelling

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Active noise cancelling

Yes1Maker product pagebowerswilkins.com/en-us/product/over-ear-headphones/px7-s3/301020.htmlRead 23 October 2026Page title: noise-cancelling wireless headphones with advanced noise cancellation.

Yes1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2984/v1/en/print.pdfRead 30 September 2026Using the noise canceling function and Listening to ambient sound chapters: NC/AMB button cycles NC/Ambient Sound, customizable using Sound Connect.

ANC typeiFeedforward uses outside microphones. Feedback uses inside microphones. Hybrid uses both. Voice-call noise filtering is separate.

Hybrid1Maker product pagebowerswilkins.com/en-us/product/over-ear-headphones/px7-s3/301020.htmlRead 23 October 2026Microphones: 4 mics per earcup (1x FB + 2x FF). FB is a feedback microphone and FF is a feedforward microphone, so the ANC uses both.3Press articletheabsolutesound.com/articles/bowers-wilkins-announces-its-all-new-px7-s3Read 23 October 2026Drive-unit microphones (feedback) and ambient microphones (feedforward) are both used.

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ANC microphonesiTotal microphones used for active playback noise cancellation across both sides. Do not substitute the total physical or voice microphone count.

61Maker product pagebowerswilkins.com/en-us/product/over-ear-headphones/px7-s3/301020.htmlRead 23 October 20261 feedback and 2 feedforward microphones per earcup, which is 6 for ANC. The page counts 4 per earcup, 8 in total. The press launch says two microphones monitor the drivers and four monitor ambient noise.3Press articletheabsolutesound.com/articles/bowers-wilkins-announces-its-all-new-px7-s3Read 23 October 2026Eight microphones in total: two measure each drive unit's output, four monitor ambient noise and two handle voice clarity. That gives six for ANC.7Reviewexpertreviews.co.uk/technology/headphones-audio/bowers-wilkins-px7-s3-reviewRead 23 October 2026Two ambient microphones plus one internal microphone per ear cup, and a pair of voice microphones.

124Reviewwhathifi.com/headphones/sony-wh-1000xm6Read 30 September 202612 mics in total, six per earcup: four outside, two inside7Press releasesony.mediaroom.com/2025-05-15-Sony-Introduces-the-Best-Noise-Cancellation-with-the-WH-1000XM6-HeadphonesRead 30 September 2026QN3 optimizes 12 microphones in real time.

Adaptive ANCiNoise cancellation automatically changes with the environment or fit. Manually choosing a level does not count.

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Yes1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2984/v1/en/print.pdfRead 30 September 2026Auto NC Optimizer constantly optimizes noise canceling to the wearing condition and environment

ANC levelsiNumber of adjustable cancellation strength steps. Off and transparency modes are excluded.

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ANC attenuation (claimed)

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Transparency mode

Yes2Owner's manualwerner-musica.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Px7S3_Manual_.pdfRead 23 October 2026Section 3.1: Ambient Pass-Through mode lets you hear outside sound without removing the headphones.3Press articletheabsolutesound.com/articles/bowers-wilkins-announces-its-all-new-px7-s3Read 23 October 2026Modes are Off, Pass-Through and On, with a transparency mode in the app.

Yes1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2984/v1/en/print.pdfRead 30 September 2026Using the noise canceling function and Listening to ambient sound chapters: NC/AMB button cycles NC/Ambient Sound, customizable using Sound Connect.

Adjustable transparency

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Yes1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2984/v1/en/print.pdfRead 30 September 2026Ambient Sound Mode level is adjusted in the Sound Connect app (ambient sound control)

Conversation detectioniAudio pauses or lowers automatically when the wearer speaks. Voice assistant activation does not count.

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Yes1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2984/v1/en/print.pdfRead 30 September 2026Speak-to-Chat

Wind noise reduction

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Yes4Reviewwhathifi.com/headphones/sony-wh-1000xm6Read 30 September 2026The outer microphones are covered by a mesh redesigned to further reduce wind noise

Measured

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Frequency response notesiMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

Boosted bass sound signature. The bass is very emphasized and the treble slightly underemphasized against the RTINGS target.11Measurementrtings.com/headphones/reviews/bowers-wilkins/px7-s3Read 23 October 2026Public header, methodology v2.3, reviewed 2026-01-20: Sound Signature Boosted Bass. Test settings and the full curve are member-only and were not used.

Warm tuning with very emphasized bass. Narrow dips in the mid and high treble. Minor left/right driver matching issues.6Measurementrtings.com/headphones/reviews/sony/wh-1000xm6Read 30 September 2026Public Audio Reproduction Accuracy: warm response, narrow mid/high treble dips, minor left/right matching issues. Public Sound Profile descriptors 5 dB/-1 dB separately noted.

Bass amountiReviewer’s bass deviation from its stated target. Positive is more bass. Target and test method belong in the source note.

7dB11Measurementrtings.com/headphones/reviews/bowers-wilkins/px7-s3Read 23 October 2026Public header: Bass Amount Very Emphasized (7 dB) against the RTINGS target curve.

5dB6Measurementrtings.com/headphones/reviews/sony/wh-1000xm6Read 30 September 2026Test bench 2.3. Very Emphasized (5 dB)

Treble amountiReviewer’s treble deviation from its stated target. Positive is more treble. Target and test method belong in the source note.

-3dB11Measurementrtings.com/headphones/reviews/bowers-wilkins/px7-s3Read 23 October 2026Public header: Treble Amount Slightly Underemphasized (-3 dB) against the RTINGS target curve.

-1dB6Measurementrtings.com/headphones/reviews/sony/wh-1000xm6Read 30 September 2026Test bench 2.3. Balanced (-1 dB)

Deviation from targetiReviewer’s full-range error from its target curve. Do not substitute a regional bass or treble error.

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Consistency between fittingsiReviewer’s standard deviation across repeated fittings. Test rig and fitting procedure belong in the source note.

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Harmonic distortioniIndependently measured harmonic distortion, with test level and method in the source note.

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Sound leakageiIndependently measured leakage at 30 cm. Playback level and method belong in the source note.

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Measured noise isolationiIndependently measured attenuation. Positive values mean more noise reduction. ANC state, rig and frequency bands belong in the source note.

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Noise isolation (measured, best)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Passive isolation (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Mic quality notesiMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

Call quality is on par with competitors. The microphones reject some noise while keeping voice quality, but will not match a dedicated studio microphone.8Reviewsoundguys.com/bowers-and-wilkins-px7-s3-review-an-unexpected-anc-heavyweight-142231Read 23 October 2026Review published 2025-08-13 and updated 2025-11-19. Mic demos in office, street, windy and reverberant settings. The reviewer calls call quality on par with competitors. No microphone measurements are given.

Very good. Voice sounds full-bodied and intelligible, and background noise is separated well. Voice can lose intelligibility in very harsh conditions.6Measurementrtings.com/headphones/reviews/sony/wh-1000xm6Read 30 September 2026Public Our Verdict / Microphone: full-bodied intelligible voice, good background separation. Very harsh noise can reduce intelligibility.

Mic low-frequency extensioniMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Mic high-frequency extensioniMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Mic speech-to-noise ratioiMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Measured latencyiEnd-to-end latency measured by a reviewer for a specific connection, platform and codec. Firmware, method and operating mode belong in the source note.

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Bluetooth latency (measured, worst)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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2.4 GHz latency (measured, worst)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Measured battery lifeiReviewer’s continuous playback test. State the connection, ANC and lighting where known. Unknown settings stay omitted and are described in the source note.

ABowers & Wilkins Px7 S3

Connection	ANC	Hours (h)
Bluetooth	Yes	31.92

Source9Measurementsoundguys.com/bowers-and-wilkins-px7-s3-vs-apple-airpods-max-149910Read 23 October 2026SoundGuys test track of real music peaking at 75 dB SPL, ANC on, 31 hours 55 minutes. The article does not name the codec. The only wireless connection is Bluetooth. RTINGS gives 29 hours in its verdict text and does not state its settings in the public part.

BSony WH-1000XM6

Connection	ANC	Hours (h)
Bluetooth	Yes	31.75

Source6Measurementrtings.com/headphones/reviews/sony/wh-1000xm6Read 30 September 2026Continuous 31.75-hour battery life with ANC enabled. Sound Guys measured 37 h 14 min in its own test

Battery life (measured, max)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

31.92h=CalculatedFrom Measured battery life

31.75h=CalculatedFrom Measured battery life

Clamping forceiMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Weight (measured)iIndependently weighed headset. A review that repeats the maker’s number does not qualify. Cable and microphone inclusion belong in the source note.

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Microphone

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MicrophoneiMain microphone used for speech. Secondary internal microphones may be described in the source note.

Built-in1Maker product pagebowerswilkins.com/en-us/product/over-ear-headphones/px7-s3/301020.htmlRead 23 October 2026Page: 8 microphones in the ear cups. No boom.

Built-in1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2984/v1/en/print.pdfRead 30 September 2026Location/function of parts chapter identifies built-in microphones on headset units. No cable or detachable boom.

Microphone element

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MEMS2Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WH-1000XM6/spec.htmlRead 30 September 2026MEMS

Microphone pickup patterniUse the maker’s exact named pattern. Unidirectional does not establish whether the capsule is cardioid, supercardioid or hypercardioid.

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Omnidirectional2Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WH-1000XM6/spec.htmlRead 30 September 2026Microphone specification / Direction: omnidirectional. This is microphone capsule pattern, not AI beamforming array pickup width.

Voice microphonesiTotal microphones used for voice pickup or beamforming across both sides. ANC-only microphones are excluded.

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65Reviewsoundguys.com/sony-wh-1000xm6-review-read-before-buying-137397Read 30 September 20266-mic beamforming array for voice calls7Press releasesony.mediaroom.com/2025-05-15-Sony-Introduces-the-Best-Noise-Cancellation-with-the-WH-1000XM6-HeadphonesRead 30 September 2026Six-microphone AI beamforming system for calls.

Total microphonesiEvery physical microphone across the headset, including call, ANC and calibration microphones. Shared microphones count once. Excludes microphones in charging cases or receivers, and vibration sensors. Use an explicitly published physical total, never a sum of overlapping role counts.

81Maker product pagebowerswilkins.com/en-us/product/over-ear-headphones/px7-s3/301020.htmlRead 23 October 2026Microphones: 8 mics total, 4 per earcup. The voice-only count is not stored. The page says all mics are used for talk, while the launch coverage names two voice microphones.

1213Reviewwhathifi.com/headphones/sony-wh-1000xm6Read 8 October 2026The exact reviewer explicitly states total mic count 12, with six physical microphones per earcup: four outside and two inside. Sony independently states that QN3 processes twelve microphones for noise cancellation and uses a six-microphone call beamforming system. The total is the directly published physical count, not an addition of ANC and voice roles.

Mic frequency responseiAcoustic microphone response, not its digital sampling rate. Connection-specific ranges belong in the source note.

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Mic sensitivityiPublished microphone sensitivity. Reference such as dBV/Pa or dBFS, frequency and distance belong in the source note.

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Mic signal-to-noiseiPublished microphone signal-to-noise ratio. Minimum or typical conditions belong in the source note.

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Mic sample rateiExplicitly published digital microphone capture or speech sampling rate. State the audio route in the source note, or say it is unpublished. Internal capture does not prove the effective rate on every connection. Acoustic bandwidth, playback rate and generic microphone-chip capability do not qualify.

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Mic noise reductioniProcessing that removes noise from transmitted speech. Playback ANC and a directional microphone alone do not count.

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AI4Reviewwhathifi.com/headphones/sony-wh-1000xm6Read 30 September 2026Beamforming AI removes external noise on calls

Flip to mute

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Mute button

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Yes8Press releasesony.eu/presscentre/sony-introduces-the-next-evolution-of-noise-cancelling-with-the-wh-1000xm6Read 30 September 2026Tactile button mic mute. App setup required, see footnotes 3 and 4.

Mute indicatoriPublished indication of microphone mute. mechanical_marker is a visible physical marker showing the microphone's mute-switch position. LED options require an electronic light. The in-line controller option is for a mute light on a cable remote.

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Voice prompt10Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2984/v1/en/print.pdfRead 8 October 2026About the voice guidance chapter: Mic Off and Mic On prompts announce microphone state during a call. Call-functions chapter also documents an optional notification sound every seven seconds while muted.

Sidetone

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Yes1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2984/v1/en/print.pdfRead 30 September 2026Frequently asked questions / You hear your own voice: headset microphones pick up surroundings and voice during calls via Sidetone function.

Adjustable sidetone

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Foam microphone windscreeniA foam cover for the voice microphone. An internal metal mesh pop filter does not count.

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Connectivity

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Audio connectionsiConnections that carry playback audio. Charging or firmware USB alone does not count as USB audio.

Bluetooth, USB, Analog2Owner's manualwerner-musica.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Px7S3_Manual_.pdfRead 23 October 2026Bluetooth, the USB-C to USB-C cable (USB audio) and the USB-C to 3.5 mm cable (analog source).

Bluetooth, Analog1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2984/v1/en/print.pdfRead 30 September 2026Bluetooth pairing and Using the supplied headphone cable chapters. USB charging section only, no USB audio path.

Analog source plugsiAnalog plug(s) supplied for the source device, including adapters. The headset-side jack is listed separately.

3.5 mm TRS2Owner's manualwerner-musica.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Px7S3_Manual_.pdfRead 23 October 2026Section 7.1.1: the supplied cable has a 3.5 mm stereo jack for a source with an analog output.

3.5 mm TRS2Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WH-1000XM6/spec.htmlRead 30 September 2026Gold-plated L-shaped stereo mini plug. Analog microphone unavailable.

Cable connector on headsetiConnection used by the playback cable at the headset. A fixed cable is not replaceable through a headset jack.

USB-C2Owner's manualwerner-musica.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Px7S3_Manual_.pdfRead 23 October 2026Section 7.1.1: the audio cable plugs into the USB-C socket on the right earcup.

3.5 mm2Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WH-1000XM6/spec.htmlRead 30 September 2026Detachable single-sided cable, stereo mini jack on the headset

Longest included cableiLength of the longest supplied cable, including charging and dongle cables. Individual cable lengths are listed in Cables included.

1.2m1Maker product pagebowerswilkins.com/en-us/product/over-ear-headphones/px7-s3/301020.htmlRead 23 October 2026In box: 1.2m USB-C to 3.5mm stereo jack audio cable and 1.2m USB-C to USB-C cable.

1.2m2Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WH-1000XM6/spec.htmlRead 30 September 2026Approx. 1.2 m, gold-plated L-shaped stereo mini plug

Headset USB plug or portiUSB plug or port on the headset or its included wired audio adapter. A charging-only USB port can appear here.

USB-C2Owner's manualwerner-musica.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Px7S3_Manual_.pdfRead 23 October 2026USB-C socket on each earcup, one for the charging and USB cable and one for the audio cable.

USB-C1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2984/v1/en/print.pdfRead 30 September 2026Charging the headset chapter: USB Type C port with supplied USB-A to C cable.

Audio over USB-C cableiPlayback through a USB-C cable or included wired USB-C audio adapter. A charging-only USB-C port does not count.

Yes2Owner's manualwerner-musica.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Px7S3_Manual_.pdfRead 23 October 2026Section 7.1.2: the headphones work as a USB sound output when connected to a computer with the USB-C cable.

No4Reviewwhathifi.com/headphones/sony-wh-1000xm6Read 30 September 2026You still can't listen via a wired USB-C connection

Passive wired listeningiAnalog playback works with the headset powered off or its battery empty. An active analog converter that needs headset power does not count.

No2Owner's manualwerner-musica.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Px7S3_Manual_.pdfRead 23 October 2026Note in 7.1.1: the headphones must have enough charge and be on to play from an analog source.6Reviewtomsguide.com/audio/bowers-and-wilkins-px7-s3-reviewRead 23 October 2026No option for wired listening when the battery is dead.

Yes1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2984/v1/en/print.pdfRead 30 September 2026You can listen to music even if the headset is turned off. Noise canceling then does not work

Wireless receiveriDedicated wireless audio receiver or dongle. A wired USB sound card does not count.

None2Owner's manualwerner-musica.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Px7S3_Manual_.pdfRead 23 October 2026No dongle or receiver in the box.

None1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2984/v1/en/print.pdfRead 30 September 2026Checking package contents chapter includes headset, USB cable, headphone cable, carrying case, documents. Bluetooth pairing requires host. Wireless dongle not included.

Wireless receiver connectoriPhysical USB connector on the receiver. Supplied extension cables and adapters are explained in the source note. Both means two native connector types.

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Wireless range (claimed)iMaker’s advertised wireless range. Connection and indoor or outdoor conditions belong in the source note. Measured distance is not stored here.

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10m1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2984/v1/en/print.pdfRead 30 September 2026Specifications / Communications: System Bluetooth 5.3, maximum line-of-sight range approximately 10 m.

Bluetooth

5.31Maker product pagebowerswilkins.com/en-us/product/over-ear-headphones/px7-s3/301020.htmlRead 23 October 2026Technical features: Bluetooth 5.3 with aptX Lossless technology.

5.31Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2984/v1/en/print.pdfRead 30 September 2026Specifications / Communications: System Bluetooth 5.3, maximum line-of-sight range approximately 10 m.

Bluetooth codecsiNamed Bluetooth audio codecs supported by this exact model. Host, firmware and operating-mode restrictions belong in the source note.

SBC, AAC, aptX Classic, aptX HD, aptX Adaptive, aptX Lossless1Maker product pagebowerswilkins.com/en-us/product/over-ear-headphones/px7-s3/301020.htmlRead 23 October 2026Bluetooth codecs: aptX Lossless, aptX Adaptive, aptX HD, aptX Classic, AAC, SBC. SoundGuys says iOS uses AAC only and Android can use the aptX codecs.

SBC, AAC, LDAC, LC31Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2984/v1/en/print.pdfRead 30 September 2026SBC/AAC/LDAC on Classic Audio. LC3 on compatible LE Audio devices, selected with Sound Connect.

LE AudioiLE Audio playback support. Bluetooth Low Energy for app control alone does not count.

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Yes1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2984/v1/en/print.pdfRead 30 September 2026Compatible LE Audio host required, app connection setting differs from Classic Audio.

AuracastiAuracast broadcast audio support. Required phone, firmware and app conditions belong in the source note.

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Yes1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2984/v1/en/print.pdfRead 30 September 2026Broadcast reception is enabled using Sound Connect on supported phones.

Bluetooth multipointiCan remain connected to multiple Bluetooth source devices at once. Mixing Bluetooth with a proprietary dongle is a separate field. A maker's dual connection to two Bluetooth devices at once counts.

Yes2Owner's manualwerner-musica.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Px7S3_Manual_.pdfRead 23 October 2026Data sheet lists multipoint connection. Section 5.3: paired with up to two devices, with audio from one at a time.

Yes1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2984/v1/en/print.pdfRead 30 September 2026Connecting headset to 2 devices simultaneously chapter: two Bluetooth devices at same time. Audio switches between rather than mixes.

Multipoint devicesiNumber of Bluetooth source devices connected at once, not the number remembered for later pairing.

22Owner's manualwerner-musica.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Px7S3_Manual_.pdfRead 23 October 2026Section 5.3: up to two devices, audio plays from one at a time.

21Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2984/v1/en/print.pdfRead 30 September 2026Connecting headset to 2 devices simultaneously chapter: two Bluetooth devices at same time. Audio switches between rather than mixes.

Paired devices remembered

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81Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2984/v1/en/print.pdfRead 30 September 2026The headset can be paired with up to 8 devices

Mixes 2.4 GHz and Bluetooth audioiPlays both wireless audio streams at the same time. Automatic switching or Bluetooth standby does not count.

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Fast pairing

Google Fast Pair2Owner's manualwerner-musica.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Px7S3_Manual_.pdfRead 23 October 2026Section 5.1.3: pairs with compatible Android devices using Google Fast Pair.

Google Fast Pair, Microsoft Swift Pair1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2984/v1/en/print.pdfRead 30 September 2026Help guide covers Microsoft Swift Pair. Google Fast Pair is backed by the Sound Guys review5Reviewsoundguys.com/sony-wh-1000xm6-review-read-before-buying-137397Read 30 September 2026If the Fast Pair/Swift Pair doesn't work

Base station

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Latency

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Low latency modeiA selectable mode intended to reduce audio delay. A low-latency connection without a distinct mode does not count.

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Yes10Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2984/v1/en/print.pdfRead 8 October 2026Current exact-model Help Guide, About the sound quality mode and Supported codecs chapters: named Low latency setting uses LE Audio. Compatible LE Audio host and current headset firmware/Sound Connect app required. GMAP switches automatically only with a compatible host and game. No numeric latency inferred.

Claimed latencyiMaker’s claimed delay for the stated connection and mode. Minimum claims and host restrictions belong in the source note.

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Compatibility

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Compatible platformsiPlatforms with a documented audio path. This does not imply every connection or microphone function works. Platform editions must be checked individually.

iOS, Android, Windows, macOS2Owner's manualwerner-musica.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Px7S3_Manual_.pdfRead 23 October 2026Sections 5.1.1 and 5.1.2: iPhone, Mac, PC and Android pairing. The app is for iOS and Android.

Android, iOS, Windows, macOS1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2984/v1/en/print.pdfRead 30 September 2026Separate pairing chapters explicitly Android smartphone, iPhone, Windows 10/11 computer, Mac computer. No console capability inferred.

Connection per platformiOnly explicitly documented playback paths for the exact model. Microphone support is separate. Leave unknown microphone support omitted. An Xbox and a PlayStation edition of one headset can connect differently, so it is per variant.

ABowers & Wilkins Px7 S3

Platform	Connection
iOS	Bluetooth
Android	Bluetooth
Windows	Bluetooth
macOS	Bluetooth
macOS	USB

Source2Owner's manualwerner-musica.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Px7S3_Manual_.pdfRead 23 October 2026Bluetooth pairing for iPhone, Mac, PC and Android. Section 7.1.2 adds USB audio and a Mac setup note. Microphone use per platform is not stated.

BSony WH-1000XM6

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Official licence

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Battery and charging

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Battery capacityiRated capacity of one headset battery. Do not use case, receiver or total multi-battery capacity.

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Swappable batteryiBattery can be exchanged by the user as part of normal operation. Service or recycling disassembly does not count.

No8Reviewsoundguys.com/bowers-and-wilkins-px7-s3-review-an-unexpected-anc-heavyweight-142231Read 23 October 2026Earpads and headband padding are replaceable. The battery and USB-C port are not.

No10Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2984/v1/en/print.pdfRead 8 October 2026Charging chapter: built-in rechargeable battery replacement is referred to Sony support or a Sony dealer. This is service replacement rather than a user battery swap.

Batteries includediNumber of headset batteries supplied, including the one already installed.

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Claimed battery lifeiMaker’s maximum playback time per stated connection, codec, ANC, spatial audio and lighting settings. Name the spatial processing mode and other conditions in the source note. Unknown settings stay omitted.

ABowers & Wilkins Px7 S3

Connection	ANC	Hours (h)
Bluetooth	Yes	30

Source1Maker product pagebowerswilkins.com/en-us/product/over-ear-headphones/px7-s3/301020.htmlRead 23 October 202630 hours playback. The manual says 30 hours is with noise cancellation on at medium volume.2Owner's manualwerner-musica.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Px7S3_Manual_.pdfRead 23 October 2026Intro: up to 30 hours of wireless streaming with noise cancellation on at medium volume levels. Bluetooth codec is not stated.

BSony WH-1000XM6

Connection	ANC	Codec	Hours (h)
Bluetooth	Yes	AAC	30
Bluetooth	No	AAC	40
Bluetooth	Yes	SBC	30
Bluetooth	No	SBC	40
Bluetooth	Yes	LC3	30
Bluetooth	No	LC3	40
Bluetooth	Yes	LDAC	26
Bluetooth	No	LDAC	36
Analog	Yes	Not available	28
Analog	No	Not available	38

Source12Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2984/v1/en/print.pdfRead 8 October 2026The exact current WH-1000XM6/YY2984 Help Guide on printed pages 29 to 30 gives music playback after a full charge. AAC and SBC each allow up to 30 hours with ANC on or 40 hours with ANC and Ambient Sound Mode off. LC3 over compatible LE Audio has the same 30/40-hour claims. LDAC allows 26 hours with ANC on or 36 hours with both noise-control modes off. Powered analog playback allows 28 hours with ANC on or 38 hours with both modes off. Each named codec is retained in its own row. Sony warns that Equalizer, DSEE Extreme, Speak-to-Chat, Service Link, and other changes to default app modes reduce these maxima. Playback volume and LDAC bitrate are unspecified. Communication durations are excluded. The 25 to 35°C footnote attaches to the quick-charge estimates, so it is not assigned as a continuous-runtime test condition.

Battery life (claimed, max)

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Battery life with ANC (claimed)

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Battery life without ANC (claimed)

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Charging port

USB-C2Owner's manualwerner-musica.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Px7S3_Manual_.pdfRead 23 October 2026Section 4: USB-C socket on the left earcup.

USB-C1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2984/v1/en/print.pdfRead 30 September 2026Charging the headset chapter: USB Type C port with supplied USB-A to C cable.

Full charge timeiPublished time to fully charge a depleted headset. In-use charging can take longer.

120min2Owner's manualwerner-musica.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Px7S3_Manual_.pdfRead 23 October 2026Section 4: wait up to 2 hours for a full charge.

210min1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2984/v1/en/print.pdfRead 30 September 2026Approx. 3.5 hours

Quick charge timeiCharge duration in the maker’s quick-charge claim. Read together with Quick charge playback.

15min1Maker product pagebowerswilkins.com/en-us/product/over-ear-headphones/px7-s3/301020.htmlRead 23 October 202630 hours playback, 7 hours with a 15 min charge.

3min1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2984/v1/en/print.pdfRead 30 September 2026Charging the headset chapter: 3 minute charging gives approximately 3 hour music playback with compatible USB PD adapter. Conditions qualified in quick playback note.

Quick charge playbackiPlayback gained from Quick charge time. Charger power, codec, volume and ANC conditions belong in the source note.

7h1Maker product pagebowerswilkins.com/en-us/product/over-ear-headphones/px7-s3/301020.htmlRead 23 October 202630 hours playback, 7 hours with a 15 min charge.

3h1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2984/v1/en/print.pdfRead 30 September 2026About 3 hours after 3 minutes with a USB PD adaptor of 9 V/2.3 A or more. About 1 hour with a 5 V/1.5 A adaptor

Use while charging

Yes2Owner's manualwerner-musica.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Px7S3_Manual_.pdfRead 23 October 2026Section 4: the headphones can be used while charging.

Yes1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2984/v1/en/print.pdfRead 30 September 2026You can use the headset while charging. Charging stops at about 80% while in use

Charging dock or stand

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Controls

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Controls

Buttons2Owner's manualwerner-musica.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Px7S3_Manual_.pdfRead 23 October 2026Right earcup has volume up, volume down and a multifunction button. The left earcup has a power slider and a quick action button.

Buttons, Touch1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2984/v1/en/print.pdfRead 30 September 2026Location/function of parts and Controlling the audio device chapters: Power/NC/AMB buttons, left, right touch sensor control panel.

Volume control

Buttons2Owner's manualwerner-musica.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Px7S3_Manual_.pdfRead 23 October 2026Volume up and volume down buttons on the right earcup.

Touch1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2984/v1/en/print.pdfRead 30 September 2026Swipe up and down on the touch sensor control panel

Game and chat mixiBalances separate game and chat audio streams. Mixing Bluetooth and dongle source volume alone does not count. Supported platforms belong in the source note.

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Remappable controlsiOn-device button, touch or dial functions can be reassigned. Changing EQ alone does not count.

Yes2Owner's manualwerner-musica.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Px7S3_Manual_.pdfRead 23 October 2026Section 6.2.5: the quick action button can be customised in the app.

Yes10Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2984/v1/en/print.pdfRead 8 October 2026Using Quick Access chapter: Sound Connect assigns services separately to double and triple presses of the NC/AMB button. Availability varies by region.

Wear detection

Yes2Owner's manualwerner-musica.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Px7S3_Manual_.pdfRead 23 October 2026Section 3.3: wear sensors on both sides pause playback and enter low power standby when removed.

Yes1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2984/v1/en/print.pdfRead 30 September 2026Wearing the headset chapter: auto-stop/resume by wearing sensor, can change using Sound Connect.

Voice assistant

Voice assistant of the connected device2Owner's manualwerner-musica.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Px7S3_Manual_.pdfRead 23 October 2026Section 3.2: the quick action button can call the voice assistant of the connected device.

Google Assistant, Siri, Tencent Xiaowei1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2984/v1/en/print.pdfRead 30 September 2026Google Assistant and Siri are device functions. Tencent Xiaowei is for mainland China models only.

Comfort and build

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Headband type

Padded4Reviewtechradar.com/audio/headphones/bowers-wilkins-px7-s3-reviewRead 23 October 2026The headband is described as nicely padded, with a new headband and arm mechanism. The inner section of the headband can be replaced.

Padded8Press releasesony.eu/presscentre/sony-introduces-the-next-evolution-of-noise-cancelling-with-the-wh-1000xm6Read 30 September 2026Soft-fit wider headband with vegan leather.

Headband material

Fabric outer, memory foam padding under synthetic leather4Reviewtechradar.com/audio/headphones/bowers-wilkins-px7-s3-reviewRead 23 October 2026Fabric around the outside of the headband and earcups, with pleather over memory foam at the contact points.

Vegan leather8Press releasesony.eu/presscentre/sony-introduces-the-next-evolution-of-noise-cancelling-with-the-wh-1000xm6Read 30 September 2026Design section: headband infused with vegan leather.

Frame material

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Ear cup material

Plastic with fabric finish10Spec databasesoundguys.com/product/bowers-and-wilkins-px7-s3Read 23 October 2026Spec table: ear cups pleather over memory foam. Tom's Guide describes premium-feeling plastic and the maker lists a fabric finish.

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Ear pad material

Memory foam with synthetic leather4Reviewtechradar.com/audio/headphones/bowers-wilkins-px7-s3-reviewRead 23 October 2026Pleather over memory foam contact points.6Reviewtomsguide.com/audio/bowers-and-wilkins-px7-s3-reviewRead 23 October 2026Memory foam earcups with soft synthetic alternatives, no leather.

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Replaceable ear pads

Yes4Reviewtechradar.com/audio/headphones/bowers-wilkins-px7-s3-reviewRead 23 October 2026The inner section of the headband and the earpads can be removed and replaced by a trained service engineer, not by the user.8Reviewsoundguys.com/bowers-and-wilkins-px7-s3-review-an-unexpected-anc-heavyweight-142231Read 23 October 2026Earpads and headband padding are replaceable.

Yes5Reviewsoundguys.com/sony-wh-1000xm6-review-read-before-buying-137397Read 30 September 2026Review: earpads peel out and snap back onto hooks.

Ear pad attachmentiHow a replacement ear pad attaches to the ear cup, not how the decorative outer cover attaches. A press-fit or snap-on pad counts as clip.

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Clip5Reviewsoundguys.com/sony-wh-1000xm6-review-read-before-buying-137397Read 30 September 2026Pads peel out of the chassis and snap back on hooks

Ear pad openingiUsable opening inside an ear pad, excluding the outer cushion. Depth is the internal space between pad surface and driver cover.

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Ear tips included

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Dust and water rating

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User-replaceable parts

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Ear pads10Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2984/v1/en/print.pdfRead 8 October 2026Location and function of parts chapter, pages 13 to 14: remove the right earpad and reattach its five tabs until they click. Pads are removable without opening the housing.

Software

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Companion app

Bowers & Wilkins Music2Owner's manualwerner-musica.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Px7S3_Manual_.pdfRead 23 October 2026Section 6: Bowers & Wilkins Music app.

Sony | Sound Connect1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2984/v1/en/print.pdfRead 30 September 2026What you can do with Sony Sound Connect / Installing Sony Sound Connect chapters: Sony Sound Connect mobile application from Google Play and App Store.

App platforms

iOS, Android2Owner's manualwerner-musica.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Px7S3_Manual_.pdfRead 23 October 2026Section 6: free for iOS and Android.

Android, iOS1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2984/v1/en/print.pdfRead 30 September 2026What you can do with Sony Sound Connect / Installing Sony Sound Connect chapters: Sony Sound Connect mobile application from Google Play and App Store.

User firmware updates

Yes2Owner's manualwerner-musica.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Px7S3_Manual_.pdfRead 23 October 2026Section 6.3: software updates are delivered through the app.

Yes1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2984/v1/en/print.pdfRead 30 September 2026Keeping software up to date chapter: headset software update using Sound Connect application.

Dimensions and weight

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Headset weightiPublished headset mass without detachable cable or microphone when stated. A fixed cable remains included. Any unqualified maker weight is identified in the source note.

300g(10.6 oz)1Maker product pagebowerswilkins.com/en-us/product/over-ear-headphones/px7-s3/301020.htmlRead 23 October 2026Net weight 300g (without carry case).

254g(9 oz)1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2984/v1/en/print.pdfRead 30 September 2026Approx. 254 g2Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WH-1000XM6/spec.htmlRead 30 September 2026Approx. 254 g without cable

Headset dimensionsiBody size with headband upright and ear cups in their normal wearing position. Width is across the head, height is top to bottom, and depth is front to back. Folded or flat-swivel dimensions are not substituted.

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Certifications

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Hi-Res Audio

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Hi-Res Audio, Hi-Res Audio Wireless1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2984/v1/en/print.pdfRead 30 September 2026Wired: High-Resolution Audio needs the headset turned on. Wireless certification from What Hi-Fi8Press releasesony.eu/presscentre/sony-introduces-the-next-evolution-of-noise-cancelling-with-the-wh-1000xm6Read 30 September 2026Explicit Hi-Resolution Audio and High-Resolution Audio Wireless support.

Communication certifications

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FCC ID

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Other certifications

Apple MFi (Made for iPhone)2Owner's manualwerner-musica.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Px7S3_Manual_.pdfRead 23 October 2026Data sheet technical features: Apple MFi Made For iPhone.

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In the box

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In the box

Px7 S3 wireless over-ear headphones, Carry case, USB-C to USB-C charging cable, USB-C to 3.5 mm audio cable, Documentation1Maker product pagebowerswilkins.com/en-us/product/over-ear-headphones/px7-s3/301020.htmlRead 23 October 2026In box accessories: 1.2m USB-C to 3.5mm stereo jack audio cable, 1.2m USB-C to USB-C cable, carry case. The manual also lists the documentation.

Wireless Noise Canceling Stereo Headset, USB Type-C cable (USB-A to USB-C), Headphone cable, Carrying case, Documents1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2984/v1/en/print.pdfRead 30 September 2026Checking the package contents chapter: headset, USB Type C cable USB-A to C, headphone cable, carrying case, documents.

Cables includediSupplied playback, charging, dongle and adapter cables. A permanently attached headset cable is included and named as fixed.

ABowers & Wilkins Px7 S3

Type	Length (m)	Count
USB-C to USB-C cable	1.2	1
USB-C to 3.5 mm stereo jack audio cable	1.2	1

Source1Maker product pagebowerswilkins.com/en-us/product/over-ear-headphones/px7-s3/301020.htmlRead 23 October 2026Both 1.2 m cables are listed under in box accessories.

BSony WH-1000XM6

Type	Length (m)	Count
USB-A to USB-C	Not available	1
Headphone cable, 3.5 mm L-shaped plug	1.2	1

Source1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2984/v1/en/print.pdfRead 30 September 2026Cable length from the Sony Japan spec page

Carrying caseiSupplied carrying case or pouch. A retail carton does not count as a carrying case.

Hard1Maker product pagebowerswilkins.com/en-us/product/over-ear-headphones/px7-s3/301020.htmlRead 23 October 2026Carry case is in the box. Tom's Guide calls it a hard case. Expert Reviews calls it semi-hard.6Reviewtomsguide.com/audio/bowers-and-wilkins-px7-s3-reviewRead 23 October 2026Verdict lists the best hard case yet. The case has a magnetically closing section for the cables.

Hard6Measurementrtings.com/headphones/reviews/sony/wh-1000xm6Read 30 September 2026Travel verdict: hard protective case with magnetic clasp.

Links

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Product page

www.bowerswilkins.com/en-us/product/over-ear-headphones/px7-s3/301020.html1Maker product pagebowerswilkins.com/en-us/product/over-ear-headphones/px7-s3/301020.htmlRead 23 October 2026

electronics.sony.com/audio/headphones/headband/p/wh1000xm6-b7Press releasesony.mediaroom.com/2025-05-15-Sony-Introduces-the-Best-Noise-Cancellation-with-the-WH-1000XM6-HeadphonesRead 30 September 2026Pricing and availability: explicit US manufacturer product hyperlink electronics.sony.com/audio/headphones/headband/p/wh1000xm6-b.

Spec sheet

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www.sony.jp/headphone/products/WH-1000XM6/spec.html2Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WH-1000XM6/spec.htmlRead 30 September 2026Japanese maker WH-1000XM6 specification table, explicit exact model fields including passive electrical values.

Manual

werner-musica.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Px7S3_Manual_.pdf2Owner's manualwerner-musica.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Px7S3_Manual_.pdfRead 23 October 2026Owner's manual, Spanish copy hosted by a retailer, with the data sheet on the last page. An English copy exists on the maker support site.

helpguide.sony.net/mdr/2984/v1/en/index.html1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2984/v1/en/print.pdfRead 30 September 2026Sony Help Guide, model YY2984. The printable PDF is at print.pdf in the same folder

EPREL registration numberiId in the EU energy label database. Each size or model of a series has its own id, so it is per variant.

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Warranty

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Manufacturer warranty (source market)iThe maker's warranty period for the exact SKU or configuration and market named in the source note. It applies only to that stated market, not every regional variant. Statutory consumer rights are excluded. The base term is stored. An extension that needs registration goes in the source note.

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Both are also in the API. Back to all headsets and headphones.