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Austrian Audio Hi-X25BT vs Sony WH-1000XM6: which should you buy?

Specs, scores and condensed review verdicts for the Austrian Audio Hi-X25BT vs Sony WH-1000XM6, side by side. Where a product has no HearWiki score yet, not enough reviews have been aggregated to rate it.

Score breakdown

Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.

Sony WH-1000XM6 leads on 6 of 7 measures.

  • Austrian Audio Hi-X25BT
  • Sony WH-1000XM6
HearWiki score
-
89
Sound
-
9.0
Noise cancelling
-
9.6
Battery
-
8.1
Calls
-
9.6
Value
-
8.2
Price (USD)
$200
$400

Generation & platform

The scores rank quality. This is the other question: is the newer one actually newer technology, or the same platform in a new shell?

New platform

Sony WH-1000XM6 (2025) against Austrian Audio Hi-X25BT (2024). The Sony WH-1000XM6 is the newer platform here: Bluetooth 5.3 against 5.0, Top codec LC3 against SBC, LE Audio (LC3) and ANC type Adaptive against None.

  • Hi-X25BT2024
  • WH-1000XM620251 yr newer
What differsHi-X25BTWH-1000XM6

Platform

Bluetooth
5.0
5.3
Top codec
SBC
LC3
LE Audio (LC3)
No
Yes
ANC type
None
Adaptive

Level on: USB-C.

Specifications

Hi-X25BTWH-1000XM6
Type
Over-Ear
Over-Ear
Price (USD)
$200
$400
HearWiki score
Not scored
89
Released
2024
2025
Availability
Discontinued
Sold new
Driver
44 mm dynamic
30 mm dynamic
Driver type
dynamic
dynamic
Driver size
44 mm
30 mm
Drivers per side
1
1
Frequency response
12 Hz - 24 kHz
4 Hz - 40 kHz
Impedance
25 Ω
48 Ω
Sensitivity
-
103 dB/mW
Sensitivity (dB/Vrms)
113
-
Bluetooth
5.0
5.3
Codecs
SBC
SBC, AAC, LC3, LDAC
Multipoint pairing
-
Yes
Wireless range
-
10 m
Battery life
30 h
40 h
Battery life (ANC on)
-
30 h
Full charge time
-
210 min
Quick charge
-
3 min → 3 h
Wireless charging
-
No
Active noise cancelling
No
Yes
ANC type
-
adaptive
Transparency mode
-
Yes
Companion app
-
Yes
Custom EQ
-
Yes
Wear detection
-
Yes
Controls
touch
buttons
Voice assistant
-
Yes
Weight
270 g
254 g
Water resistance
-
none
Foldable
Yes
-
Detachable cable
Yes
Yes
USB-C
Yes
Yes
Connector
3.5 mm
3.5 mm
Microphones
1
12
Microphone type
-
MEMS

What reviewers said

Austrian Audio Hi-X25BT

The Austrian Audio Hi-X25BT is a closed-back, foldable wireless over-ear headphone designed for professional use. It offers Bluetooth, USB-C, and wired 3.5mm connectivity, along with a built-in microphone for calls and a long-lasting 30-hour battery. Its 44mm High Excursion drivers deliver a wide frequency response for detailed audio.

  • Pro:30-hour battery life for extended listening
  • Pro:Versatile connectivity with Bluetooth, USB-C, and 3.5mm
  • Pro:Foldable and lightweight design for portability
  • Con:Only supports SBC codec, limiting wireless audio quality
  • Con:No active noise cancellation for noisy environments
  • Con:Touch controls may not suit all users

Sony WH-1000XM6

The Sony WH-1000XM6 is a premium over-ear wireless headphone that combines adaptive active noise cancellation with a long-lasting battery and support for high-quality audio codecs. It features multipoint Bluetooth connectivity and a transparent mode, making it a versatile choice for both focused listening and everyday commutes. With a lightweight build and tactile controls, it balances comfort and functionality for extended use.

  • Pro:Adaptive active noise cancellation for personalized silencing
  • Pro:Multipoint Bluetooth 5.3 for seamless device switching
  • Pro:Transparency mode for ambient awareness when needed
  • Con:No water resistance rating for wet conditions
  • Con:No wireless charging option
  • Con:Relies on physical buttons rather than touch controls

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