Bose QuietComfort 25
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At a glance
- Brand
- Bose
- Type
- Over-Ear
- Fit
- -
- Connection
- Wired
- Noise cancelling
- Yes
- Released
- 2014
The Bose QuietComfort 25 are around-ear acoustic noise cancelling headphones that reduce more noise than any previous Bose consumer headphone, especially at low frequencies, and feature improved audio clarity with Active EQ and TriPort technology. They are wired, powered by a single AAA battery for up to 35 hours, and available in Apple and Android versions.
The HearWiki takeAI-condensed
The Bose QuietComfort 25 are wired over-ear headphones designed to minimize ambient noise, particularly low-frequency sounds, for a quieter listening experience. They feature a single AAA battery for extended use and are available in platform-specific variants, with a foldable design and detachable cable for portability.
What works
- Excellent noise cancellation, especially for low-frequency sounds
- Comfortable over-ear fit with protein-leather padding
- Foldable design and detachable cable for easy travel
- Long battery life of up to 35 hours on one AAA battery
What doesn't
- Requires a battery for noise cancellation to function
- Wired only, no Bluetooth or wireless connectivity
- No built-in microphone for calls (only one mic, likely for ANC)
- May not sound as detailed as some high-end audiophile headphones
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Specifications
| Driver | 40 mm dynamic |
|---|---|
| Driver type | dynamic |
| Driver size | 40 mm |
| Drivers per side | 1 |
| Frequency response | 20 Hz - 20 kHz |
| Impedance | 53 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 100 dB/mW |
Audio
| Driver | 40 mm dynamic |
|---|---|
| Driver type | dynamic |
| Driver size | 40 mm |
| Drivers per side | 1 |
| Frequency response | 20 Hz - 20 kHz |
| Impedance | 53 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 100 dB/mW |
Features
| Active noise cancelling | Yes |
|---|---|
| Controls | buttons |
Design
| Weight | 196 g |
|---|---|
| Foldable | Yes |
| Detachable cable | Yes |
| USB-C | No |
| Pad material | protein-leather |
Calls
| Microphones | 1 |
|---|
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