Detailed comparison and review of Sony WH-1000XM4 and Bose QuietComfort 45. With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare design, sound quality, but also other key features of both headphones and easily decide which ones are the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the headphones that best fit your needs and expectations.
| DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | Sony WH-1000XM4 | Bose QuietComfort 45 |
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| Product Type | Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless, wired - NFC - 3.5 mm jack | Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless | |
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| Height | 25.2 cm | 18.4 cm | |
| Width | 7.7 cm | 15.2 cm | |
| Length | 18.5 cm | - | |
| Depth | - | 7.62 cm | |
| Weight | 520 g | 241 g | Bose QuietComfort 45 are lighter than Sony WH-1000XM4 headphones. |
| Dimensions & Weight Details | - | Case: 14.5 cm x 5.08 cm x 21.1 cm / 188 g | |
| Colour | White | Black | Silver | Midnight blue | Black | Smoke white | Triple black | |
| Earpad Material | Urethane foam | - | |
| Recommended Use | Portable electronics | Portable electronics | |
| Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) | 10 m | 9 m | Sony WH-1000XM4 have a greater operating distance than Bose QuietComfort 45. |
| High-Resolution Audio | Yes | - |
| SOUND QUALITY | Sony WH-1000XM4 | Bose QuietComfort 45 |
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| Headphones Form Factor | Full size | Full size | |
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| Headphones Technology | Dynamic | - | |
| Ear Cups Type | Closed | - | |
| Foldable | Yes | - | Sony WH-1000XM4 can be folded. |
| Connectivity Technology | Wireless, wired | Wireless | |
| Wireless Technology | Bluetooth | Bluetooth | |
| Bluetooth Version | Bluetooth 5.0 | Bluetooth 5.1 | Bose QuietComfort 45 have a more advanced version of Bluetooth than Sony WH-1000XM4. |
| Bluetooth Profiles | Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP), Serial Copy Management System (SCMS-T) | - | |
| Bluetooth Audio Codec | SBC, AAC, LDAC | - | |
| Active Noise Cancelling | Yes | Yes | Both headphones are equipped with active noice cancellation. |
| Active Noise Cancelling Technology | Ambient Sound Mode / Dual Noise Sensor | Acoustic Noise Cancelling | |
| Noise Isolating | - | Yes | Bose QuietComfort 45 are equipped with a noise isolating function. |
| Sound Effects | Digital Sound Enhancement Engine Extreme (DSEE Extreme), Adaptive Sound Control, 360 Reality Audio | - | |
| Diaphragm | Aluminium coated LCP - 40 mm | - | |
| Simultaneously Connectable Devices Qty (Multipoint) | 2 | - | Sony WH-1000XM4 have the ability to connect to multiple devices simultaneously. |
| Magnet Material | Neodymium | - | |
| Features | HD Noise Canceling Processor QN1, Speak-to-chat technology, Precise Voice Pickup Technology, Quick Attention function, CCAW coil, Smart Listening Technology, Personal Noise Cancelling Optimiser, Atmospheric Pressure Optimising | - |
| MICROPHONE | Sony WH-1000XM4 | Bose QuietComfort 45 |
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| Form Factor | Built-in | - | |
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| Microphones Included | 5 | - |
| REMOTE CONTROL | Sony WH-1000XM4 | Bose QuietComfort 45 |
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| Controls | Volume control, ANC on/off | - |
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| CABLE | Sony WH-1000XM4 | Bose QuietComfort 45 |
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| Cable Type | USB-C charge cable - detachable Audio cable - OFC - L shaped / mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm - 1.2 m |
USB-C to USB-A cable - detachable - 30 cm | |
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| Detachable Cable | Yes | - |
| FEATURES | Sony WH-1000XM4 | Bose QuietComfort 45 |
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| Features | Touch control | - | |
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| Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible | Yes | - | |
| Intelligent Assistant | Google Assistant, Alexa | - | |
| Sensors | Proximity sensor, touch sensor | - | |
| Additional Functions | Touch panel | - |
| BATTERY AND CHARGING | Sony WH-1000XM4 | Bose QuietComfort 45 |
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| Battery Type | Headphone battery rechargeable | Headphone battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion | |
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| Battery Capacity | - | 460 mAh | |
| Battery Life | 38 hour(s) | 24 hour(s) | Sony WH-1000XM4 lasts longer on a single charge than the Bose QuietComfort 45. |
| Battery Life Details | Continuous playback (active noise-cancelling on): up to 30 hours Continuous playback (active noise-cancelling off): up to 38 hours |
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| Standby Time | 200 hours | - | |
| Charging Time | 3 hour(s) | 2.5 hour(s) | Bose QuietComfort 45 recharge faster than Sony WH-1000XM4. |
| Included Qty | 1 | - |
| CONNECTIONS | Sony WH-1000XM4 | Bose QuietComfort 45 |
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| Connector Type | USB (power only) Bluetooth Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm) |
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| OTHERS | Sony WH-1000XM4 | Bose QuietComfort 45 |
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| Included Accessories | Carrying case, in-flight plug adapter, headphones cable (1.2 m), USB-C cable (0.2m) | Carrying case | |
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| Service & Support | Limited warranty - parts - 1 year Limited warranty - labour - 90 days |
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