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Sony WH-1000XM6 vs V-Moda Crossfade 3 Wireless: which should you buy?

Specs, scores and condensed review verdicts for the Sony WH-1000XM6 vs V-Moda Crossfade 3 Wireless, 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.

  • Sony WH-1000XM6
  • V-Moda Crossfade 3 Wireless
HearWiki score
89
-
Sound
9.0
-
Noise cancelling
9.6
-
Battery
8.1
-
Calls
9.6
-
Value
8.2
-
Price (USD)
$400
$350

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 V-Moda Crossfade 3 Wireless (2020). The Sony WH-1000XM6 is the newer platform here: Bluetooth 5.3 against 5.1, Top codec LC3 against aptX HD, LE Audio (LC3) and ANC type Adaptive against None.

  • WH-1000XM620255 yr newer
  • Crossfade 3 Wireless2020
What differsWH-1000XM6Crossfade 3 Wireless

Platform

Bluetooth
5.3
5.1
Top codec
LC3
aptX HD
LE Audio (LC3)
Yes
No
ANC type
Adaptive
None

Level on: Multipoint pairing, USB-C, Custom EQ, Companion app.

Specifications

WH-1000XM6Crossfade 3 Wireless
Type
Over-Ear
Over-Ear
Price (USD)
$400
$350
HearWiki score
89
Not scored
Released
2025
2020
Availability
Sold new
Discontinued
Driver
30 mm dynamic
2× 50 mm dynamic
Driver type
dynamic
dynamic
Driver size
30 mm
50 mm
Drivers per side
1
2
Frequency response
4 Hz - 40 kHz
-
Impedance
48 Ω
32 Ω
Sensitivity
103 dB/mW
-
Bluetooth
5.3
5.1
Codecs
SBC, AAC, LC3, LDAC
SBC, AAC, aptX HD
Multipoint pairing
Yes
Yes
Wireless range
10 m
-
Battery life
40 h
30 h
Battery life (ANC on)
30 h
-
Full charge time
210 min
120 min
Quick charge
3 min → 3 h
-
Wireless charging
No
-
Active noise cancelling
Yes
No
ANC type
adaptive
-
Transparency mode
Yes
-
Companion app
Yes
Yes
Custom EQ
Yes
Yes
Wear detection
Yes
-
Controls
buttons
buttons
Voice assistant
Yes
Yes
Weight
254 g
315 g
Water resistance
none
-
Detachable cable
Yes
Yes
USB-C
Yes
Yes
Connector
3.5 mm
3.5 mm
Model code
-
XFBT3-BRBK
Microphones
12
-
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

V-Moda Crossfade 3 Wireless

The V-Moda Crossfade 3 Wireless are rugged over-ear headphones with 50mm dual-diaphragm drivers, Bluetooth 5.1, and aptX HD support for high-quality wireless audio. They offer a long 30-hour battery life, a foldable metal design for portability, and multipoint connectivity. While they lack active noise cancellation, their wired and wireless flexibility makes them a versatile choice for bass-forward listening.

  • Pro:Long 30-hour battery life
  • Pro:Durable metal construction with foldable design
  • Pro:Supports aptX HD for high-resolution wireless audio
  • Con:No active noise cancellation
  • Con:Heavier than some competitors at 315g
  • Con:Button controls may feel dated

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