Sony’s WH-1000X line has consistently set the benchmark for premium noise-cancelling headphones, and the new WH-1000XM6 pushes that reputation even further. With a new processor, refined design, and class-leading ANC, Sony has once again raised the bar, as well as the price, because these headphones now cost ₹39,990. I’ve been using these headphones extensively, from flights to Netflix binges, and here’s how they held up. Advertisement

Design and Comfort

The XM6s don’t look radically different from the XM5s, but the refinements matter. The most noticeable change is the folding mechanism. The earcups now swivel inwards, which makes a world of difference when wearing them around the neck. The previous generation forced the cups to face outwards, which always felt awkward. This time, the d

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