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Sony
Sony WH-1000XM6
Not enough price history to judge value yet
Sony’s flagship over-ear noise-cancelling headphones with the QN3 processor and 12 microphones.
Best-in-class noise cancelling for travel and focus — at a flagship price.
Sony’s QN3 processor and 12-mic array lead the category for noise cancellation and call clarity, with 30-hour battery and LDAC; ₹39,990 and an over-ear design aren’t for everyone.
Who should buy it
- Great if travel matters to you
- Great if commute matters to you
- Great if office focus matters to you
Who should skip it
- ₹39,990 on Sony’s store
- Over-ear — bulkier than earbuds; not for the gym
FetchScore 88/100
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- ₹39,990 on Sony’s store
- Over-ear — bulkier than earbuds; not for the gym
Sony in general: Higher pricing versus feature-for-feature competitors.
FetchRisk
Low risk- Low risk
Product age
It launched in 2025; a current-generation model.
Source: Specification sheet · Sony official specifications · checked 1 Oct 2026
FetchScore breakdown
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Review summary
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Specifications
Specifications checked: checking…Type
- Form factor
- Over-ear, wireless
Noise cancellation
- ANC
- HD Noise Canceling Processor QN3, 12 microphones
Battery
- Battery life
- Up to 30 hours
- Quick charge
- 3 min → up to 3 hours (with USB-PD adapter)
Audio
- Codec
- LDAC (High-Resolution Audio Wireless)
- Driver
- Carbon-fibre dome driver
Price intelligence
Current price
₹39,990
Typical recent price
Not enough price history yet
Lowest recorded
Only one price recorded so far
Price trend
Only 1 recorded price so far — not enough to show a trend.
Across retailers
Only one in-stock listing on file.
Price checked: checking…Source: Sony India listing. Retail prices may change.
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Where to buy
Sony India
In stock
₹39,990
Lowest listed
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Alternatives worth considering
Sony
Sony WF-1000XM5Buy if ANC and sound quality are non-negotiable.
JBL
JBL Tune 770NCGood value below ₹7,200 for long commutes.
Apple
Apple AirPods Pro 3The obvious pick for iPhone users; much less compelling on Android.