95
“A compelling buy for listeners who know exactly what they value.”
Raw score: 95/100 · 70mo ago
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Sony WH-1000XM4
$349 · LDAC / ANC · 5y 10m old
79
Critic signal
8.8
User score
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Highest praise
A compelling buy for listeners who know exactly what they value.
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Most critical
The price is hard to justify unless the fit or feature mix is exactly right.
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Audio specialist reviews
95
“Excellent tuning, comfort, and feature polish make this an easy shortlist pick.”
Raw score: 95/100 · 70mo ago
94
“A standout pair with the kind of measured performance that matches the hype.”
Raw score: 94/100 · 70mo ago
83
“A solid performer with a few tradeoffs around comfort, app features, or price.”
Raw score: 83/100 · 70mo ago
74
“The price is hard to justify unless the fit or feature mix is exactly right.”
Raw score: 74/100 · 70mo ago
Tech publication reviews
91
EngadgetRead review ↗
“The design feels mature, the sound is confident, and the compromises are minor.”
Raw score: 91/100 · 70mo ago
87
The VergeRead review ↗
“Strong noise control, clean detail, and practical everyday usability.”
Raw score: 87/100 · 70mo ago
83
Tom's GuideRead review ↗
“Good for the right listener, but worth comparing against nearby rivals.”
Raw score: 83/100 · 70mo ago
75
WiredRead review ↗
“The price is hard to justify unless the fit or feature mix is exactly right.”
Raw score: 75/100 · 70mo ago
74
PCMagRead review ↗
“A few tuning and comfort choices hold back an otherwise capable design.”
Raw score: 74/100 · 70mo ago