Best for Built-in DAC and hi-res playback
Bose QuietComfort Ultra Bluetooth Headphones (2nd Gen)
4.5 feature score
Highest scored product for this feature based on supporting review evidence.
Best Bose Headphones & Earbuds for Built-in DAC and hi-res playback
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Bose QuietComfort Bluetooth Headphones
2.0 feature score
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The built-in DAC/USB-C hi-res path is repeatedly praised for clearer, more detailed, or higher-quality wired playback.
Pros: Award recognition, ANC sound impact on audio
Cons: Water/sweat resistance rating, LE Audio readiness
Built-in DAC and hi-res playback were weak because one reviewer said these are not high-res headphones and advised looking elsewhere for that.
Pros: Multipoint connectivity reliability, Software/setup simplicity
Cons: LE Audio readiness, Smart Pause performance