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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.

A11300047, A113000482Retailer pageldlc.com/fiche/PB00757004.htmlRead 14 October 2026LDLC Black listing: Modele A11300048. The White listing (PB00757005) shows A11300047. These look like Nothing part numbers. The maker does not publish a hardware model such as B1xx.

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.

29 September 20266Press articlekopfhoerer.deRead 14 October 2026Article dated 29.09.2026. The Nothing launch was reported the same day. A Nothing press release was not found.

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 pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-1-proRead 14 October 2026Product page shows Add to bag. One colour button also reads Sold Out in the page text.

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.

$3991Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-1-proRead 14 October 2026$399 on the Nothing US store.3Reviewtomsguide.com/audio/over-ear-headphones/nothing-headphone-1-pro-reviewRead 14 October 2026$399 / 349 GBP.8Reviewslashgear.com/2271316/nothing-headphone-1-pro-reviewRead 14 October 2026The Nothing Headphone (1) Pro will cost $399.9Reviewt3.com/tech/headphones/nothing-headphone-1-pro-reviewRead 14 October 2026Launches at $399 in the US and 349 GBP in the UK.

$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.

€3496Press articlekopfhoerer.deRead 14 October 2026349 Euro UVP in Germany. CHF 329 in Switzerland. German list prices include VAT.7Reviewirishexaminer.com/business/technology/arid-41921737.htmlRead 14 October 2026The reviewer calls them 349 euro headphones.

€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

White, Black1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-1-proRead 14 October 2026Colour options White and Black.6Press articlekopfhoerer.deRead 14 October 2026Schwarz, Weiss (Black, White).

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 pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-1-proRead 14 October 2026Maker markets studio-level precision and tuning with Metropolis Studios for music listening, with a Flat EQ mode for reviewing, producing and mixing. Stored as music, the closest option for a general headphone.

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

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Form factor

Over-ear2Retailer pageldlc.com/fiche/PB00757004.htmlRead 14 October 2026Circumaural (over-ear) per the LDLC listing.3Reviewtomsguide.com/audio/over-ear-headphones/nothing-headphone-1-pro-reviewRead 14 October 2026Filed under over-ear headphones.4Reviewsoundguys.com/nothing-headphone-1-pro-review-163291Read 14 October 2026Listed under over-ear headphones.5Reviewsoundguys.com/product/nothing-headphone-1-proRead 14 October 2026Over-ear headphones category.

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.

Closed2Retailer pageldlc.com/fiche/PB00757004.htmlRead 14 October 2026Fiche technique: Configuration du casque Ferme, Couplage auriculaire Circumaural.3Reviewtomsguide.com/audio/over-ear-headphones/nothing-headphone-1-pro-reviewRead 14 October 2026Key specs: Headphone style Closed back.5Reviewsoundguys.com/product/nothing-headphone-1-proRead 14 October 2026Spec table: Acoustic design Closed-back.

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

Wearing style

Headband1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-1-proRead 14 October 2026Headband with ear cups.

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.

None2Retailer pageldlc.com/fiche/PB00757004.htmlRead 14 October 2026Fiche technique: Pliable Non.5Reviewsoundguys.com/product/nothing-headphone-1-proRead 14 October 2026Spec table: Foldable No.

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.

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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.

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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

Hybrid1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-1-proRead 14 October 2026Triple driver architecture: 40 mm dynamic bass driver, precision dynamic driver and a solid-state xMEMS treble driver. Stored as hybrid because the drivers are of different types.

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 pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-1-proRead 14 October 2026Bass Dynamic Driver, 40 mm. Precision dynamic driver is 13 x 8 mm. xMEMS driver is 3.2 x 6.0 x 1.15 mm.

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.

31Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-1-proRead 14 October 2026Three drivers per earcup: bass, precision and treble. Tom's Guide says three drivers in each earcup.3Reviewtomsguide.com/audio/over-ear-headphones/nothing-headphone-1-pro-reviewRead 14 October 2026Triple-driver setup in each earcup.

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Diaphragm material

Bass driver: PET dome with electroplated metal-ceramic and PEEK + PU surround. Precision driver: PEN. Treble xMEMS driver: silicon1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-1-proRead 14 October 2026Spec table: Dome PET + Electroplated Metal-Ceramic. Surround PEEK + PU. Diaphragm PEN (Polyethylene Naphthalate) and Silicone. Order of drivers follows the page copy: PET dome bass, PEN diaphragm precision, silicon xMEMS treble.

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.

Min20 HzMax40 kHz1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-1-proRead 14 October 2026Spec table: 20 Hz - 40,000 Hz. Power state and test standard are not stated. Applies to the whole triple driver system.

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.

192kHz1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-1-proRead 14 October 2026Lossless USB-C audio up to 24-bit/192 kHz. Hi-Res AUX audio is up to 24-bit/96 kHz.4Reviewsoundguys.com/nothing-headphone-1-pro-review-163291Read 14 October 2026The USB-C port carries a digital signal to the onboard DAC. The DAC supports up to 24-bit/192kHz files.

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

24bits1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-1-proRead 14 October 2026Lossless USB-C audio up to 24-bit/192 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.

Yes1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-1-proRead 14 October 2026Personal Sound in Nothing X creates an EQ for how you hear. Gizmodo and SoundGuys describe a hearing test in the app.4Reviewsoundguys.com/nothing-headphone-1-pro-review-163291Read 14 October 2026Nothing X has a personal sound test.

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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.

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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

Neo-Jazz, Rock, UK Rap + Grime, Electronica, Bass1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-1-proRead 14 October 2026Metropolis Studios tuned five EQ profiles: Neo-Jazz, Rock, UK Rap + Grime, Electronica and Bass. They are in the EQ Library on Nothing X. The page also lists Standard and Flat EQ as the tunings.

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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.

Dynamic Spatial Audio1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-1-proRead 14 October 2026Dynamic Spatial Audio with head tracking. Environments: Standard, Studio B, Live House, Club, Concert Hall.

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

Yes1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-1-proRead 14 October 2026Spatial audio with head tracking is listed in the sound features.

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 pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-1-proRead 14 October 2026Adaptive Active Noise Cancellation with 10 mics.

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 pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-1-proRead 14 October 2026Spec table: 5 mic hybrid ANC (single side). The page says three feed-forward and two feedback mics on each side.

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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.

101Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-1-proRead 14 October 2026Total 10 mics: five per side.

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.

Yes1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-1-proRead 14 October 2026Automatically switches between modes based on real-time analysis of the background and the fit of the ear cups.

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)

46dB1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-1-proRead 14 October 2026Up to 46 dB at 2000 Hz. Footnote: theoretical maximum from the Nothing laboratory. Actual noise cancellation varies with the environment.10Reviewcreativebloq.com/tech/headphones-earbuds/nothing-headphone-1-pro-review-better-headphones-but-should-you-upgradeRead 14 October 2026Adaptive, rated up to 46 dB, 10 microphones.

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Transparency mode

Yes1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-1-proRead 14 October 2026Transparency mode lets the world in, keeping voices natural.

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

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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.

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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.

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-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

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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.

ANothing Headphone (1) Pro

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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

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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 pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-1-proRead 14 October 2026Built-in microphones. No boom microphone in the box or spec list.

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.

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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.

41Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-1-proRead 14 October 20264 mic algorithm for calls. Clear Voice Technology uses two mics on each side.

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.

101Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-1-proRead 14 October 2026Spec table: Total 10 mics. Creative Bloq says the ten microphones are used for ANC and calls.10Reviewcreativebloq.com/tech/headphones-earbuds/nothing-headphone-1-pro-review-better-headphones-but-should-you-upgradeRead 14 October 2026Ten microphones for ANC and calls. The review spec list says 10 microphones also used for calls.

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.

AI1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-1-proRead 14 October 2026Clear Voice Technology trained on thirty million scenarios. Environmental Noise Cancellation for calls and voice notes.

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, Analog1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-1-proRead 14 October 2026Bluetooth, 3.5 mm audio cable and USB-C lossless audio.

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 TRS4Reviewsoundguys.com/nothing-headphone-1-pro-review-163291Read 14 October 2026The 3.5mm TRS cable is for analog sources.

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.

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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.

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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-C1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-1-proRead 14 October 2026Type-C port for charging and USB audio.

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.

Yes1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-1-proRead 14 October 2026Lossless USB-C audio up to 24-bit/192 kHz.

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.

Not available

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.

None1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-1-proRead 14 October 2026Bluetooth only. No dongle 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.

10m1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-1-proRead 14 October 2026Connection range 10 m.

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

6.11Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-1-proRead 14 October 2026Bluetooth version 6.1.

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, LDAC, LC31Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-1-proRead 14 October 2026Spec table: AAC, SBC, LDAC (music playback), LC3 (broadcast audio only). LC3 is only used for Auracast broadcast audio.3Reviewtomsguide.com/audio/over-ear-headphones/nothing-headphone-1-pro-reviewRead 14 October 2026Key specs list AAC, SBC, LC3 and LDAC.4Reviewsoundguys.com/nothing-headphone-1-pro-review-163291Read 14 October 2026SBC, AAC and LDAC for music, LC3 when using the Broadcast Audio feature.

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.

Not available

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.

Yes1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-1-proRead 14 October 2026Share with Auracast. Broadcast audio feature in the spec table.

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.

Yes1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-1-proRead 14 October 2026Dual connection: Yes. Connect two devices at the same time. SoundGuys says it is not true multipoint but connects to two devices and swaps audio streams.3Reviewtomsguide.com/audio/over-ear-headphones/nothing-headphone-1-pro-reviewRead 14 October 2026Key specs: Multipoint connectivity Yes.4Reviewsoundguys.com/nothing-headphone-1-pro-review-163291Read 14 October 2026Does not support true Multipoint but can connect to two devices at a time and swap audio streams. The maker calls it dual connection. Tom's Guide and Irish Examiner say two devices connect at once.7Reviewirishexaminer.com/business/technology/arid-41921737.htmlRead 14 October 2026Supports connecting to two devices at once.

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.

21Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-1-proRead 14 October 2026Connect two devices at the same 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 Pair, Microsoft Swift Pair1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-1-proRead 14 October 2026Google Fast Pair and Microsoft Swift Pair. MFi for instant setup on Apple.

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.

Yes1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-1-proRead 14 October 2026Turn on low-latency mode in Nothing X. Spec table also lists Low lag mode via Bluetooth.

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.

ANothing Headphone (1) Pro

Connection	Mode	Latency (ms)
Bluetooth	Game Mode on a Nothing phone	120
Analog	Flat EQ on	15

Source1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-1-proRead 14 October 2026Footnote 3: latency can be reduced to as low as 120 ms when paired with Nothing phones with Game Mode on. Spec table: less than 15 ms latency via AUX with Flat EQ on. Published as less than 15 ms, stored as 15. The 120 ms is a minimum claim on Nothing phones only.

BSony WH-1000XM6

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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, Windows1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-1-proRead 14 October 2026Android 8.0 and above, iOS 13 and above. Microsoft Swift Pair is listed, which is a Windows feature.

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.

ANothing Headphone (1) Pro

Platform	Connection
iOS	Bluetooth
Android	Bluetooth
Windows	Bluetooth

Source1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-1-proRead 14 October 2026Bluetooth is documented for Android and iOS. Microsoft Swift Pair is a Windows pairing feature. Microphone support 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.

1,060mAh1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-1-proRead 14 October 2026Rechargeable lithium-ion, capacity 1060 mAh.11Reviewandroidguys.com/reviews/audio-reviews/nothing-headphone-1-proRead 14 October 2026Built-in 1060 mAh rechargeable lithium-ion battery.

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

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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.

ANothing Headphone (1) Pro

Connection	ANC	Codec	Hours (h)
Bluetooth	No	AAC	68
Bluetooth	Yes	AAC	30
Bluetooth	No	LDAC	53
Bluetooth	Yes	LDAC	28

Source1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-1-proRead 14 October 2026Footnote 2: up to 68 hours with ANC off, 50 percent volume, AAC and default settings at 25 C. Spec table: AAC 68 hours ANC off and 30 hours ANC on. LDAC 53 hours ANC off and 28 hours ANC on.10Reviewcreativebloq.com/tech/headphones-earbuds/nothing-headphone-1-pro-review-better-headphones-but-should-you-upgradeRead 14 October 2026Up to 30 hours with ANC on, 28 hours with LDAC and ANC, 68 hours with ANC off.

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)

68h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

40h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

Battery life with ANC (claimed)

30h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

30h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

Battery life without ANC (claimed)

68h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

40h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

Charging port

USB-C1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-1-proRead 14 October 2026Type-C wired charging.

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.

120min1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-1-proRead 14 October 2026Type-C wired charging to full takes 2 hours (120 minutes). Measured with a Nothing 45W adapter at 25 C.

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.

5min1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-1-proRead 14 October 2026Fast charging: a 5 minute 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.

4h1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-1-proRead 14 October 20265 min charge for 4 hours of playback with ANC off. With ANC on a 5 minute charge gives 2 hours. Conditions: AAC, 50 percent volume, Nothing 45W adapter at 25 C. Stored as the ANC off figure.

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

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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

Buttons, Volume wheel1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-1-proRead 14 October 2026Roller (volume wheel) for volume, play and pause. Paddle for track skip and calls, stored as buttons. Customisable button. Flat EQ switch. On/off switch.

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

Wheel1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-1-proRead 14 October 2026Roll to adjust volume.

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.

Yes1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-1-proRead 14 October 2026Footnote 5: custom controls are set with the phone or Nothing X. Nothing Headphone (1) Pro allows customisable controls.

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

Yes1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-1-proRead 14 October 2026Auto-wear detection automatically pauses your music when you are done listening.3Reviewtomsguide.com/audio/over-ear-headphones/nothing-headphone-1-pro-reviewRead 14 October 2026Key specs: Wear detection Yes.

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

ChatGPT, Smart assistant1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-1-proRead 14 October 2026The button speaks to ChatGPT. The controls table lists Smart assistant.

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

Padded1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-1-proRead 14 October 2026The headband has 10 percent wider and 12 percent thicker padding than Headphone (1).

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

Metal with padding5Reviewsoundguys.com/product/nothing-headphone-1-proRead 14 October 2026Spec table: Material Headband Metal with padding.

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

Aluminium with titanium alloy arms1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-1-proRead 14 October 2026Aluminium carved from a single block. New titanium alloy arms.7Reviewirishexaminer.com/business/technology/arid-41921737.htmlRead 14 October 2026The aluminium frame adds a sense of durability.

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Ear cup material

Aluminium with 9H Panda Glass window1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-1-proRead 14 October 2026Machined aluminium with a glass window. Upgraded 9H Panda Glass.

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Ear pad material

Two-layer PU leather and nylon7Reviewirishexaminer.com/business/technology/arid-41921737.htmlRead 14 October 2026Two-layer PU leather and nylon cushions.

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Replaceable ear pads

Yes7Reviewirishexaminer.com/business/technology/arid-41921737.htmlRead 14 October 2026The clip-in pads are easy to replace.

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.

Clip7Reviewirishexaminer.com/business/technology/arid-41921737.htmlRead 14 October 2026Clip-in pads. SoundGuys says you can pull the pads off and press them back into place.

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

IP521Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-1-proRead 14 October 2026IP52 for dust and water resistance. Footnote 10 says it does not cover rain, splashes, immersion or excessive sweat.

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User-replaceable parts

Ear cushions7Reviewirishexaminer.com/business/technology/arid-41921737.htmlRead 14 October 2026Ear pads described as easy to replace.

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

Nothing X1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-1-proRead 14 October 2026Nothing X.

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

Android, iOS1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-1-proRead 14 October 2026Nothing X is available on Google Play and the iOS App Store.

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

Yes11Reviewandroidguys.com/reviews/audio-reviews/nothing-headphone-1-proRead 14 October 2026Firmware updates can be managed within the Nothing X app. The review names firmware V1.0.1.49.

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.

327g(11.5 oz)1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-1-proRead 14 October 2026Weight 327 g.2Retailer pageldlc.com/fiche/PB00757004.htmlRead 14 October 2026Poids des ecouteurs 327 g.9Reviewt3.com/tech/headphones/nothing-headphone-1-pro-reviewRead 14 October 2026Headphones weigh 327 g. The case weighs 384 g.

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.

Width174.4Height190.2Depth78mm(6.9 × 7.5 × 3.1 in)1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-1-proRead 14 October 2026Height 190.2 mm, width 174.4 mm, depth 78.0 mm.

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Certifications

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Hi-Res Audio

Hi-Res Audio, Hi-Res Audio Wireless1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-1-proRead 14 October 2026Certified Hi-Res Audio for wireless and wired listening. LDAC and hi-res certified (wired and wireless).

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

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In the box

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In the box

Headphone (1) Pro, Hardshell case with strap loops, 3.5 mm audio cable, USB-C cable, Quick start guide1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-1-proRead 14 October 2026Headphone (1) Pro, hardshell case with strap loops, 3.5 mm audio cable, USB-C cable and quick start guide.8Reviewslashgear.com/2271316/nothing-headphone-1-pro-reviewRead 14 October 2026USB-C cable and 3.5mm cable. The case has two tether attach points but no cord is included.

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.

ANothing Headphone (1) Pro

Type	Count
3.5 mm audio cable	1
USB-C cable	1

Source1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-1-proRead 14 October 20263.5 mm audio cable and USB-C cable. Lengths are not published.8Reviewslashgear.com/2271316/nothing-headphone-1-pro-reviewRead 14 October 2026Ships with a USB-C cable for charging and a 3.5mm cable for wired listening. There is no room for cables in the case.

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 pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-1-proRead 14 October 2026Hardshell case with protective TPU lining. Case weighs 383.5 g.

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

Links

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Product page

us.nothing.tech/products/headphone-1-pro1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-1-proRead 14 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

us.nothing.tech/products/headphone-1-pro1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-1-proRead 14 October 2026

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

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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.

1year1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-1-proRead 14 October 2026Store text: Warranty included, 12 months of protection on phones, audio and wearables. This is a store-wide statement and the US region.

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