Over-Ear
Sennheiser HDB 630
86Outstanding
$450
Full review dataSennheiser HDB 630 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.
Over-Ear
Sony WH-1000XM6
89Outstanding
$400
Full review dataScore breakdown
Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.
Sony WH-1000XM6 leads on 4 of 7 measures.
- Sennheiser HDB 630
- Sony WH-1000XM6
HearWiki score
86
89
Sound
9.4
9.0
Noise cancelling
8.2
9.6
Battery
9.7
8.1
Calls
8.5
9.6
Value
8.4
8.2
Price (USD)
$450
$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
Both shipped in 2025. The Sony WH-1000XM6 is the newer platform here: Bluetooth 5.3 against 5.2, Top codec LC3 against aptX Adaptive and LE Audio (LC3).
- HDB 6302025
- WH-1000XM62025
What differsHDB 630WH-1000XM6
- Bluetooth
- 5.2
- 5.3
- Top codec
- aptX Adaptive
- LC3
- LE Audio (LC3)
- No
- Yes
Platform
Level on: ANC type, Multipoint pairing, USB-C, Wear detection, Transparency mode, Custom EQ, Companion app.
Specifications
HDB 630WH-1000XM6
- Type
- Over-Ear
- Over-Ear
- Price (USD)
- $450
- $400
- HearWiki score
- 86
- 89
- Released
- 2025
- 2025
- Availability
- Sold new
- Sold new
- Driver
- 42 mm dynamic
- 30 mm dynamic
- Driver type
- dynamic
- dynamic
- Driver size
- 42 mm
- 30 mm
- Drivers per side
- 1
- 1
- Frequency response
- 6 Hz - 40 kHz
- 4 Hz - 40 kHz
- Sound signature
- neutral
- -
- Impedance
- 480 Ω
- 48 Ω
- Sensitivity
- 105 dB/mW
- 103 dB/mW
- Bluetooth
- 5.2
- 5.3
- Codecs
- SBC, AAC, aptX, aptX HD, aptX Adaptive
- SBC, AAC, LC3, LDAC
- Multipoint pairing
- Yes
- Yes
- Wireless range
- -
- 10 m
- Battery life
- 60 h
- 40 h
- Battery life (ANC on)
- 60 h
- 30 h
- Full charge time
- 120 min
- 210 min
- Quick charge
- 10 min → 7 h
- 3 min → 3 h
- Wireless charging
- No
- No
- Active noise cancelling
- Yes
- Yes
- ANC type
- adaptive
- adaptive
- Transparency mode
- Yes
- Yes
- Companion app
- Yes
- Yes
- Custom EQ
- Yes
- Yes
- Wear detection
- Yes
- Yes
- Controls
- touch
- buttons
- Voice assistant
- Yes
- Yes
- Weight
- 311 g
- 254 g
- Water resistance
- none
- none
- Detachable cable
- Yes
- Yes
- USB-C
- Yes
- Yes
- Connector
- 3.5 mm
- 3.5 mm
- Microphones
- 4
- 12
- Microphone type
- -
- MEMS
What reviewers said
Sennheiser HDB 630
The Sennheiser HDB 630 is a premium wireless over-ear headphone that prioritizes audio fidelity above all else, pairing a detailed 42 mm driver with adaptive noise cancellation and extensive aptX codec support. Its standout feature is the bundled BTD 700 dongle, which unlocks high-resolution wireless performance, while a long 60-hour battery life and comfortable fit make it suitable for extended listening sessions. Though it lacks water resistance and wireless charging, its balanced tuning and engaging sound make it a top choice for audiophiles on the go.
- Pro:Excellent, balanced sound quality
- Pro:Adaptive ANC with strong performance
- Pro:Support for aptX Adaptive and aptX HD
- Con:No water resistance
- Con:No wireless charging
- Con:Some noticeable sonic quirks in certain settings
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
Summaries are AI-condensed and paraphrased from published reviews and specs - not original hands-on testing. More on our method.
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