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Bose QuietComfort Ultra vs Sony MDR-M1

What QuietComfort Ultra does better (1) and where MDR-M1 wins (1) — every spec side by side.

Bose QuietComfort Ultra
Bose · 2024QuietComfort Ultra
5.3Score
1 advantage≈ $220
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Sony MDR-M1
Sony · 2024MDR-M1
1 advantage≈ $230
7.8Noise control & calls3.8

Why is QuietComfort Ultra better than MDR-M1?

  1. Active noise cancellingYes · MDR-M1: No

Why is MDR-M1 better than QuietComfort Ultra?

  1. Weight250 g vs 216 g+16%
Specifications

Side by side

Sony MDR-M1Sony MDR-M1≈ $230
Sound
FitOn-earOn-ear
Ear cup designClosed-backClosed-back
Driver typeDynamicDynamic
Driver size—40 mm
Lowest frequency—5 Hz
Highest frequency—80,000 Hz
Impedance—50 Ω
Sensitivity—102 dB
Spatial / 3D audioYes—
Adjustable equaliserYes—
Noise control
Active noise cancellingYesNo
Transparency / ambient modeYes—
Battery & charging
Battery life24 h—
Charging time3 h—
Quick charge (claimed)15 min → 2 h—
Fast charging supportYes—
Connectivity
WirelessYesNo
Bluetooth version5.3—
Bluetooth codecsAAC, SBC—
Hi-res codec (LDAC / aptX HD / LHDC)No—
aptXNo—
LDACNo—
Multipoint (two devices)Yes—
USB-CYes—
3.5 mm jack / AUX—Yes
Smart & streaming
Companion appYes—
Design & build
Weight250 g216 g
Colours—Black
Features
Touch controlsYes—
Hands-free callsYes—
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