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Dell Pro Plus Wireless ANC Headset - WL5024 vs Sony WH-1000XM6: which should you buy?

On aggregated review scores the Sony WH-1000XM6 comes out ahead with a HearWiki score of 89. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.

Our pick: Sony WH-1000XM6 - Outstanding overall at around $398.

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.

  • Dell Pro Plus Wireless ANC Headset - WL5024
  • Sony WH-1000XM6
HearWiki score
62
89
Sound
6.5
9.0
Noise cancelling
6.0
9.6
Battery
7.0
8.1
Calls
6.5
9.6
Value
6.0
8.2
Price (USD)
$230
$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?

Half a step newer

The Sony WH-1000XM6 edges ahead on platform, but only just: ANC type Adaptive against Hybrid.

  • Pro Plus Wireless ANC Headset - WL5024Year unknown
  • WH-1000XM62025
What differsPro Plus Wireless ANC Headset - WL5024WH-1000XM6

Platform

ANC type
Hybrid
Adaptive

Level on: Top codec, LE Audio (LC3), USB-C.

Specifications

Pro Plus Wireless ANC Headset - WL5024WH-1000XM6
Type
Over-Ear
Over-Ear
Price (USD)
$230
$400
HearWiki score
62
89
Released
-
2025
Availability
Availability unknown
Sold new
Driver
40 mm driver
30 mm dynamic
Driver type
-
dynamic
Driver size
40 mm
30 mm
Drivers per side
-
1
Frequency response
20 Hz - 20 kHz
4 Hz - 40 kHz
Impedance
-
48 Ω
Sensitivity
120 dB/mW
103 dB/mW
Bluetooth
-
5.3
Codecs
SBC, AAC, LC3
SBC, AAC, LC3, LDAC
Multipoint pairing
-
Yes
Wireless range
-
10 m
Battery life
78 h
40 h
Battery life (ANC on)
20 h
30 h
Full charge time
150 min
210 min
Quick charge
15 min → 10 h
3 min → 3 h
Wireless charging
-
No
Active noise cancelling
Yes
Yes
ANC type
hybrid
adaptive
Transparency mode
-
Yes
Companion app
-
Yes
Custom EQ
-
Yes
Wear detection
-
Yes
Controls
-
buttons
Voice assistant
-
Yes
Weight
217.7 g
254 g
Water resistance
-
none
Detachable cable
-
Yes
USB-C
Yes
Yes
Pad material
leatherette
-
Connector
-
3.5 mm
Model code
520-BBGR
-
Microphones
5
12
Microphone type
beamforming
MEMS
Mic sensitivity
-45 dBV
-
Call noise reduction
Yes
-

What reviewers said

Dell Pro Plus Wireless ANC Headset - WL5024

The Dell Pro Plus Wireless ANC Headset WL5024 is a wireless over-ear headset designed for professional use, featuring hybrid active noise cancellation and a beamforming microphone setup for clear calls. With an impressive battery life of up to 78 hours without ANC and a quick-charge feature that provides 10 hours from a 15-minute charge, it's built for long workdays. The headset supports modern Bluetooth codecs like LC3, making it a solid choice for productivity-focused users.

  • Pro:Exceptional battery life of up to 78 hours without ANC
  • Pro:Fast charging delivers 10 hours of playback in just 15 minutes
  • Pro:Hybrid ANC effectively reduces ambient noise
  • Con:ANC reduces battery life significantly to about 20 hours
  • Con:Only supports SBC, AAC, and LC3 codecs, lacking aptX or LDAC
  • Con:Leatherette pads may cause heat buildup during long sessions

Sony WH-1000XM6

This premium over-ear headphone delivers class-leading adaptive noise cancellation and a well-balanced sound profile, with support for high-resolution LDAC streaming. Its 30-hour battery life, multipoint Bluetooth 5.3, and intuitive button controls make it a versatile choice for both travel and daily listening. The lightweight build and 12-microphone array also ensure clear calls and effective transparency mode.

  • Pro:Excellent adaptive noise cancellation
  • Pro:Supports LDAC for high-quality wireless audio
  • Pro:Comfortable and light at 254g
  • Con:No water resistance rating
  • Con:Battery drops to 24 hours with ANC on
  • Con:No touch controls—buttons only

Summaries are AI-condensed and paraphrased from published reviews and specs - not original hands-on testing. More on our method.

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