43 facts in comparison
Bose QuietComfort 35 II vs Sony WH-1000XM3
Bose QuietComfort 35 II
Sony WH-1000XM3
78
points
Bose QuietComfort 35 II
88
points
Sony WH-1000XM3
Why is Bose QuietComfort 35 II better than Sony WH-1000XM3?
- 0.75h shorter charge time?
2.25hvs3h - Has a straight plug?
Why is Sony WH-1000XM3 better than Bose QuietComfort 35 II?
- 20000Hz higher high-frequency?
40000Hzvs20000Hz - 6Hz lower low-frequency?
4Hzvs10Hz - 14.5dB/mW higher sound pressure level?
104.5dB/mWvs90dB/mW - 18h longer battery life?
38hvs20h - 0.1 newer Bluetooth version?
4.2vs4.1 - 54g lighter?
255gvs309g - 1 more microphone(s)?
3vs2 - Has an in-line control panel?
Price comparison
Bose QuietComfort 35 II
Buy used:
£160.00
| Product | Store | Price | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bose QuietComfort 35 (Series II) Wireles...Bose QuietComfort 35 (Series II) Wireless Headphones, Noise Cancelling with Alexa built-in - Black | £225.00 | |||
| Bose QuietComfort 35 (Series II) Wireles...Bose QuietComfort 35 (Series II) Wireless Headphones, Noise Cancelling with Alexa built-in - Silver | £225.00 | |||
| Bose QuietComfort 35 Series II Wireless ...Bose QuietComfort 35 Series II Wireless Headphones, Black, Noise Cancelling with Headset Stand + Airplane Flight Adapter | £225.00 | |||
| Bose QuietComfort 35 (Series II) Wireles...Bose QuietComfort 35 (Series II) Wireless Headphones, Noise Cancelling with Amazon Alexa - Rose Gold | £250.00 | |||
Sony WH-1000XM3
| Product | Store | Price | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sony WH-1000XM3 Noise Cancelling Wireles...Sony WH-1000XM3 Noise Cancelling Wireless Headphones with 30 Hours Battery Life, Quick Charge, Gesture Control, Ambient Sound Mode, with Alexa built-in – Black | £259.00 | |||
| Sony WH-1000XM3 Noise Cancelling Wireles...Sony WH-1000XM3 Noise Cancelling Wireless Headphones with 30 Hours Battery Life, Quick Charge, Gesture Control, Ambient Sound Mode, with Alexa built-in – Silver | £249.00 | |||
| Sony Noise Cancelling Headphones Wh1000X...Sony Noise Cancelling Headphones Wh1000Xm3 Earplug, 10 cm, Black | £241.99 | |||
| Sony Wh-1000xM3 Wireless Over-Ear Headph...Sony Wh-1000xM3 Wireless Over-Ear Headphone Black | £243.99 | |||
| Sony wireless noise canceling headphones...Sony wireless noise canceling headphones WH-1000XM3 B: LDAC/Bluetooth/hi-res up to 30 hours of continuous playback sealed 2018 model black with microphone | £453.76 | |||
| SONY WH-1000XM3 Wireless Bluetooth Noise...SONY WH-1000XM3 Wireless Bluetooth Noise-Cancelling Headphones - Silver, Silver | £249.00 | |||
| SONY WH-1000XM3 Wireless Bluetooth Noise...SONY WH-1000XM3 Wireless Bluetooth Noise-Cancelling Headphones - Black, Black | £259.00 | |||
Design
1.has stereo speakers
Bose QuietComfort 35 II
Sony WH-1000XM3
Devices with stereo speakers deliver sound from independent channels on both left and right sides, creating a richer sound and a better experience.
2.has an over-the-ear form
Bose QuietComfort 35 II
Sony WH-1000XM3
Comfortable full-size form with earcups that fully enclose your ears. This model is loved for its increased sound isolation and the fact that it won't leak sound to your neighbors. It offers potential for maximum bass and loudness levels.
3.has a detachable cable
Bose QuietComfort 35 II
Sony WH-1000XM3
With a detachable cable you can use alternative cables, and if the cable is pulled it will pop out instead of breaking.
4.sweat resistant
Bose QuietComfort 35 II
Sony WH-1000XM3
Resistance to sweat makes it ideal for use while doing sports.
5.weight
309g
255g
We consider a lower weight better because lighter devices are more comfortable to carry. A lower weight is also an advantage for home appliances, as it makes transportation easier, and for many other types of products.
6.weather-sealed (splashproof)
Bose QuietComfort 35 II
Sony WH-1000XM3
The device is protected with extra seals to prevent failures caused by dust, raindrops, and water splashes.
Sound quality
1.highest frequency
20000Hz
40000Hz
The highest frequency at which device produces audio. The higher the high-frequency response, the clearer and crispier the treble.
2.lowest frequency
10Hz
4Hz
The lowest frequency at which the device produces audio. The lower the low-frequency response, the stronger and juicier the bass.
3.has passive noise reduction
Bose QuietComfort 35 II
Sony WH-1000XM3
The device sits tightly in place, creating an acoustic seal which reduces background noise and prevents your music from leaking out.
4.sound pressure level
90dB/mW
104.5dB/mW
Devices with a higher sound pressure level are generally louder when supplied with any given audio source.
5.has active noise-canceling (noise control)
Bose QuietComfort 35 II
Sony WH-1000XM3
This type of device allows you to listen at lower volume levels, causing less ear fatigue as you don't have to crank up the volume to overcome background noise. Ideal for plane rides and morning commutes.
6.has a neodymium magnet
Bose QuietComfort 35 II
Sony WH-1000XM3
Devices with neodymium magnets are lighter and more powerful than those which use ferrite magnets. They also have more bass and clear high notes.
Power
1.Battery life
20h
38h
The device's battery life (when in use) as given by the manufacturer. With a longer battery life you have to charge the device less often.
2.has a rechargeable battery
Bose QuietComfort 35 II
Sony WH-1000XM3
The battery can be recharged and used over again.
3.charge time
2.25h
3h
The time it takes to fully charge the battery.
4.has a battery level indicator
Bose QuietComfort 35 II
Sony WH-1000XM3
An indicator shows you when the device has low battery.
5.Has USB Type-C
Bose QuietComfort 35 II
Sony WH-1000XM3
The USB Type-C features reversible plug orientation and cable direction.
6.has a removable battery
Bose QuietComfort 35 II
Sony WH-1000XM3
The battery is removable and can be replaced by the user if broken.
Connectivity
1.Can be used wirelessly
Bose QuietComfort 35 II
Sony WH-1000XM3
Wireless devices allow users more freedom of movement.
2.Bluetooth version
4.1
4.2
Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that allows data transfers between devices placed in close proximity, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves. Newer versions provide faster data transfers.
3.has a 3.5mm male connector
Bose QuietComfort 35 II
Sony WH-1000XM3
A standard 3.5mm male connector is suitable for use with all MP3 players and computer sound cards.
4.maximum Bluetooth range
10m
10m
The device can connect at a greater distance via Bluetooth or infrared to another device.
5.supports Bluetooth pairing using NFC
Bose QuietComfort 35 II
Sony WH-1000XM3
Device supports fast Bluetooth pairing using NFC so it can communicate with other devices over Bluetooth. You can fastly pair devices without entering a code by simply holding one device next to the device with which it is to be paired.
6.supports Wi-Fi
Bose QuietComfort 35 II
Sony WH-1000XM3
The device can connect to Wi-Fi.
Features
1.can be used as a headset
Bose QuietComfort 35 II
Sony WH-1000XM3
A headset is one headphone or pair with a built-in microphone. Headsets can be used for apps that require communication i.e. Skype, games with voice chat, mobile phones, etc.
2.number of microphones
2
3
More microphones result in better sound quality and enable the device to filter out background noise.
3.has a noise-canceling microphone
Bose QuietComfort 35 II
Sony WH-1000XM3
These microphones are designed to filter out background noise from the desired sound. Especially useful in noisy environments.
4.control panel placed on a device
Bose QuietComfort 35 II
Sony WH-1000XM3
There is a control panel on the device body, so you can easily access the volume control or remote without having to interact with a cable or another device it's connected to.
5.has an in-line control panel
Bose QuietComfort 35 II
Sony WH-1000XM3
There is a control panel on the cable, so you can easily operate the device without having to interact with it.
6.warranty period
1
2
When covered under the manufacturer’s warranty it is possible to get a replacement in the case of a malfunction.
Price comparison
Bose QuietComfort 35 II
Buy used:
£160.00
| Product | Store | Price | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bose QuietComfort 35 (Series II) Wireles...Bose QuietComfort 35 (Series II) Wireless Headphones, Noise Cancelling with Alexa built-in - Black | £225.00 | |||
| Bose QuietComfort 35 (Series II) Wireles...Bose QuietComfort 35 (Series II) Wireless Headphones, Noise Cancelling with Alexa built-in - Silver | £225.00 | |||
| Bose QuietComfort 35 Series II Wireless ...Bose QuietComfort 35 Series II Wireless Headphones, Black, Noise Cancelling with Headset Stand + Airplane Flight Adapter | £225.00 | |||
| Bose QuietComfort 35 (Series II) Wireles...Bose QuietComfort 35 (Series II) Wireless Headphones, Noise Cancelling with Amazon Alexa - Rose Gold | £250.00 | |||
Sony WH-1000XM3
| Product | Store | Price | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sony WH-1000XM3 Noise Cancelling Wireles...Sony WH-1000XM3 Noise Cancelling Wireless Headphones with 30 Hours Battery Life, Quick Charge, Gesture Control, Ambient Sound Mode, with Alexa built-in – Black | £259.00 | |||
| Sony WH-1000XM3 Noise Cancelling Wireles...Sony WH-1000XM3 Noise Cancelling Wireless Headphones with 30 Hours Battery Life, Quick Charge, Gesture Control, Ambient Sound Mode, with Alexa built-in – Silver | £249.00 | |||
| Sony Noise Cancelling Headphones Wh1000X...Sony Noise Cancelling Headphones Wh1000Xm3 Earplug, 10 cm, Black | £241.99 | |||
| Sony Wh-1000xM3 Wireless Over-Ear Headph...Sony Wh-1000xM3 Wireless Over-Ear Headphone Black | £243.99 | |||
| Sony wireless noise canceling headphones...Sony wireless noise canceling headphones WH-1000XM3 B: LDAC/Bluetooth/hi-res up to 30 hours of continuous playback sealed 2018 model black with microphone | £453.76 | |||
| SONY WH-1000XM3 Wireless Bluetooth Noise...SONY WH-1000XM3 Wireless Bluetooth Noise-Cancelling Headphones - Silver, Silver | £249.00 | |||
| SONY WH-1000XM3 Wireless Bluetooth Noise...SONY WH-1000XM3 Wireless Bluetooth Noise-Cancelling Headphones - Black, Black | £259.00 | |||
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