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Sony 1000X THE COLLEXION (WH-1000XX) vs Sony WH-CH730N

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Sony1000X THE COLLEXION (WH-1000XX)SonyWH-CH730N
Overview
ReleasedMay 2026September 2026
Sound
TypeOver-earOver-ear
Noise cancellingYesYes
Transparency modeYesYes
Driver size30 mm30 mm
BackClosedClosed
Impedance48 ohms25 ohms
Bluetooth codecsSBC, AAC, LDAC and LC3SBC, AAC and LC3
Lossless over USB-C–No
ChipQN3 + V3–
DriversSoft edge and unidirectional carbon-composite dome; wired response 4 Hz to 40,000 Hz (IEC, powered on); Bluetooth 20 Hz to 20,000 Hz at 44.1 kHz, or 20 Hz to 40,000 Hz with LDAC at 96 kHz/990 kbps; sensitivity 103 dB/mW and impedance 48 Ω powered onDynamic driver; wired response 6 Hz to 20,000 Hz (JEITA), Bluetooth 20 Hz to 20,000 Hz at 44.1 kHz sampling; 100 Ω powered on, 25 Ω powered off; sensitivity 108 dB/mW powered on, 100 dB/mW powered off
ChipHD Noise Cancelling Processor QN3 and Integrated Processor V3–
Noise cancelling detail12-microphone Multi-Noise Sensor system, Adaptive NC Optimizer with fit and air-pressure adjustment, Quick Attention and automatic Ambient Sound ModeDual Noise Sensor technology; Ambient Sound Mode and noise-cancelling switch
Audio featuresDSEE Ultimate; 360 Reality Audio Upmix for Music, Cinema and Game; default Listening Mode button settings are Standard, Music and Cinema, customisable in Sony | Sound ConnectDSEE upscaling and customisable audio settings in Sony's app
Battery
Listening time (maker's claim)Up to 24 hoursUp to 50 hours
Battery life detailUp to 32 hours with noise cancelling off; call time up to 16 hours with noise cancelling on or 20 hours off; Bluetooth and wired listening can continue while chargingUp to 75 hours with noise cancelling off; call time up to 35 hours with noise cancelling on or 40 hours off
Fast charging5 minutes gives up to 1.5 hours; full charge approximately 3.5 hours3 minutes gives up to 1 hour of playback; full charge approximately 3 hours
Design
Weight320 g207 g
Bluetooth6.06.0
Two devices at onceYesYes
Headphone cableYesYes
ControlsTouch playback and volume controls, Listening Mode button, wearing detection, Speak-to-Chat, built-in voice commands and call control by head gestures; Gemini on compatible devicesPhysical buttons for playback, volume, power and noise-cancelling/ambient selection (Techtesters)
Microphones–Precise Voice Pickup combines beamforming microphones, optimised placement and AI noise reduction
Fit and ear tipsMetal headband and faux-leather earcups; broad cushioned headband and removable earpads; swivels flat but does not fold (What Hi-Fi?)Folding over-ear headband
Water resistance detailNo water resistance rating publishedNo water resistance rating published
Works withSony | Sound Connect; LE Audio with Auracast and Gaming Audio Profile, multipoint, Fast Pair and Swift Pair; approximately 10 m Bluetooth range; analogue playback needs power (What Hi-Fi?)LE Audio, multipoint, Fast Pair and Swift Pair; Bluetooth profiles A2DP, AVRCP, HFP and HSP; Sony's current specifications list LC3 and LE Audio, although SoundGuys' launch review suggests LE Audio may need a later firmware update; USB-C is charging-only (Techtesters)
ColoursPlatinum, BlackBlack, White, Pink, Beige, Blue
In the boxCarrying case with magnetic closure, 1.2 m detachable headphone cable, warranty card and reference guide; no USB charging cable listed1.2 m detachable headphone cable with gold-plated L-shaped plug, warranty card and reference guide; no carrying case or USB charging cable listed

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