Sennheiser MOMENTUM 4 Graphite
Score: 89/100
Bose QuietComfort Ultra
Score: 85/100Rankings
The Momentum 4 Graphite offers a premium listening experience with 60 hours of battery life, hybrid adaptive ANC and a fold-flat design for easy travel. Limitations include reduced low-frequency noise cancellation and occasional instability when moving. Best for travelers and professionals who value long runtime and sound customization.
The Bose QuietComfort Ultra (1st Gen) is an over-ear wireless headphone delivering industry-leading ANC and up to 24 hours of playback. Its bulkier build and lack of water resistance limit active-use scenarios. Ideal for travelers and office workers seeking premium noise cancellation.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
60 hoursbest | 24 hours | |
| ↓ lower better | 308 g | 250 gbest |
| ↓ lower better | 5 minutesbest | 15 minutes |
42 mmbest | — | |
470 Ωbest | — | |
— | 9 mbest | |
4best | 1 | |
1 yearsbest | 1 yearsbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Battery & Power(2) | ||
Battery Life (ANC On) (hours) | 60 hours | 24 hours |
Quick Charge Time (minutes) | 5 minutes | 15 minutes |
Connectivity(1) | ||
Bluetooth Version | 5.0 | 5.3 |
Audio(3) | ||
Noise Cancellation Type | Hybrid Adaptive | Active |
Supported Audio Codecs | SBC, AAC, aptX, aptX Adaptive | SBC, AAC |
Microphone Count | 4 | 1 |
Build & Design(1) | ||
Weight (g) | 308 g | 250 g |
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Professional reviewers commend the MOMENTUM 4 for its long battery life, refined sound customization, and solid build quality, while noting that its ANC is less effective on low-frequency rumble and that the fit can be unstable during movement. The microphone performance is seen as only average, making it less ideal for noisy call environments.
Everyday users love the 60-hour battery, comfort, and ability to tweak sound via the app, but they frequently mention the headphones slipping off, mediocre microphone quality, and ANC limitations at low frequencies. Overall sentiment is positive, with the product praised for durability and portability.
“Outstanding 60+ hours continuous battery life”
“Battery life has drastically improved by nearly four times compared to the previous generation”
“won't "drag ears down" even after hours”
Professional reviewers commend the QuietComfort Ultra for its best-in-class ANC, comfortable lightweight build, and innovative CustomTune calibration that keeps sound consistent across different fits. They also note the strong battery performance and robust Bluetooth 5.3 multipoint connectivity, while flagging the bulkier form factor, lack of water resistance, and the fact that a newer generation has already been released.
Users consistently praise the headphones for their comfort, long battery life, and effective noise cancellation that makes commuting and travel pleasant. Common complaints revolve around the bulkiness for active use, occasional bass variability depending on head shape or glasses, and the missing IP rating for sweat-prone activities.
