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Sony WH-1000XM6 vs Technics EAH-F70N: 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 7 of 7 measures.

  • Sony WH-1000XM6
  • Technics EAH-F70N
HearWiki score
89
56
Sound
9.0
8.0
Noise cancelling
9.6
6.3
Battery
8.1
4.5
Calls
9.6
6.5
Value
8.2
2.5
Price (USD)
$400
$430

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 Technics EAH-F70N (2020). The Sony WH-1000XM6 is the newer platform here: Bluetooth 5.3 against 4.2, LE Audio (LC3) and ANC type Adaptive against Feed-forward. It also adds USB-C, Custom EQ and Companion app.

  • WH-1000XM620255 yr newer
  • EAH-F70N2020
What differsWH-1000XM6EAH-F70N

Platform

Bluetooth
5.3
4.2
LE Audio (LC3)
Yes
No
ANC type
Adaptive
Feed-forward

Everyday features

USB-C
Yes
No
Custom EQ
Yes
No
Companion app
Yes
No

Level on: Top codec, Multipoint pairing, Wear detection, Transparency mode.

Specifications

WH-1000XM6EAH-F70N
Type
Over-Ear
Over-Ear
Price (USD)
$400
$430
HearWiki score
89
56
Released
2025
2020
Availability
Sold new
Still sold new
Driver
30 mm dynamic
40 mm dynamic
Driver type
dynamic
dynamic
Driver size
30 mm
40 mm
Drivers per side
1
1
Frequency response
4 Hz - 40 kHz
4 Hz - 40 kHz
Impedance
48 Ω
28 Ω
Sensitivity
103 dB/mW
101 dB/mW
Bluetooth
5.3
4.2
Codecs
SBC, AAC, LC3, LDAC
SBC, AAC, aptX, aptX HD, LDAC
Multipoint pairing
Yes
Yes
Wireless range
10 m
-
Battery life
40 h
20 h
Battery life (ANC on)
30 h
20 h
Full charge time
210 min
240 min
Quick charge
3 min → 3 h
15 min → 2 h
Wireless charging
No
No
Active noise cancelling
Yes
Yes
ANC type
adaptive
feedforward
Transparency mode
Yes
Yes
Companion app
Yes
No
Custom EQ
Yes
No
Wear detection
Yes
Yes
Controls
buttons
touch
Voice assistant
Yes
Yes
Weight
254 g
292 g
Water resistance
none
none
Detachable cable
Yes
Yes
USB-C
Yes
No
Connector
3.5 mm
-
Microphones
12
1
Microphone type
MEMS
-

What reviewers said

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

Technics EAH-F70N

The Technics EAH-F70N is a wireless over-ear headphone with active noise cancellation, designed for long listening sessions with a 20-hour battery life. It supports high-quality audio codecs including LDAC and aptX HD, and features a lightweight build at 292 grams. Touch controls and a transparency mode add convenience, while multipoint Bluetooth lets you connect to multiple devices simultaneously.

  • Pro:Supports LDAC and aptX HD for high-resolution audio
  • Pro:Lightweight design at 292g for comfortable wear
  • Pro:20-hour battery life with ANC on
  • Con:No USB-C charging port
  • Con:No app support for customization or EQ
  • Con:Only one microphone for calls

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

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