Over-Ear
Denon Ah-D7200
78Great
$1,000
Full review dataDenon Ah-D7200 vs Sony WH-1000XM6: which should you buy?
On aggregated review scores the Sony WH-1000XM6 comes out ahead with an HearWiki score of 88. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.
Our pick: Sony WH-1000XM6 - Outstanding overall at around $398.
Over-Ear
Sony WH-1000XM6
88Outstanding
$400
Full review dataScore breakdown
Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.
Denon Ah-D7200
Sound8.0
Value7.0
Sony WH-1000XM6
Sound8.0
Noise cancelling8.5
Battery7.5
Calls7.0
Value7.5
Specifications
| Spec | Denon Ah-D7200 | Sony WH-1000XM6 |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Over-Ear | Over-Ear |
| Price (USD) | $1,000 | $400 |
| HearWiki score | 78 / 100 · Great | 88 / 100 · Outstanding |
| Released | 2017 | 2025 |
| Audio | ||
| Driver | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver size | 50 mm | 30 mm |
| Drivers per side | 1 | 1 |
| Frequency response | 5 Hz - 55 kHz | 4 Hz - 40 kHz |
| Impedance | 25 Ω | 48 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 105 dB/mW | 103 dB/mW |
| Wireless | ||
| Bluetooth | - | 5.3 |
| Codecs | - | SBC, AAC, LDAC, LC3 |
| Multipoint pairing | - | Yes |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | - | 28 h |
| Full charge time | - | 210 min |
| Quick charge | - | 3 min = 3 h |
| Wireless charging | - | No |
| Features | ||
| Active noise cancelling | No | Yes |
| ANC type | - | adaptive |
| Transparency mode | - | Yes |
| Companion app | - | Yes |
| Custom EQ | - | Yes |
| Wear detection | - | Yes |
| Controls | - | buttons |
| Voice assistant | - | Yes |
| Design | ||
| Weight | 385 g | 254 g |
| Water resistance | - | none |
| Detachable cable | Yes | - |
| USB-C | - | Yes |
| Balanced connection | Yes | - |
| Calls | ||
| Microphones | - | 12 |
What reviewers said
Denon Ah-D7200
The Denon AH-D7200 is a premium closed-back headphone that pairs a sturdy, elegant build with a smooth, balanced sound signature. Its low impedance and high sensitivity make it easy to drive, while the detailed imaging and comfortable fit position it as a strong choice for long listening sessions, though its design brings a few tonal compromises. The overall package feels polished, but competition in this price range is fierce.
- Pro:Excellent build quality with attractive walnut earcups
- Pro:Very comfortable for extended use
- Pro:Easy to drive thanks to low impedance and high sensitivity
- Con:Midrange can sound a bit bloated at times
- Con:Closed design limits the deepest bass extension
- Con:Some competing models offer better tonal accuracy
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
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