

XM6 vs. XM5: Specs
At a glance, here are the spec differences between the two headphones:
XM6 specs
Processor: Sony QN3
Microphones: 12
Connectivity: Bluetooth 5.3 (LDAC support)
Battery: 30 hours with ANC (40 hours without)
Quick charge: 3 hours in
At a glance, here are the spec differences between the two headphones:
Processor: Sony QN3
Microphones: 12
Connectivity: Bluetooth 5.3 (LDAC support)
Battery: 30 hours with ANC (40 hours without)
Quick charge: 3 hours in
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