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Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones (2nd Gen, Black)

Bose's flagship noise-cancelling over-ear headphones with USB-C charging, wired USB-C audio and listening while charging.

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Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones (2nd Gen) in Black, three-quarter view of the headband and ear cups
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Ports & connections

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Charging connector
USB-C port on the left earcup
Wireless charging
No
Wired audio over USB-C
Yes: USB audio at 16-bit, 44.1 kHz or 48 kHz from compatible sources (Bose calls it lossless); usable while charging
Quick charge
15 min = up to 3 hours (ANC on, Immersive Audio off)
Charging
Full charge in up to 3 hours; Bose lists a 1.8-2.5 W charger range for maximum charging speed; no power adapter included

What the specs mean for you

Charger to use

2.5W

For full-speed charging, use a USB-C Power Delivery charger rated 2.5W or more and a cable rated for at least 60W. A bigger charger is safe: the device only draws what it needs.

USB ports

1

1x USB-C (charging and wired digital audio)

Total ports

1

Compact: the essentials for travel or a light setup.

Why people pick it

  • Wired USB-C audio, plus a 2.5 mm analog cable in the box
  • Listen while charging over USB-C
  • 15-minute charge gives up to 3 hours; up to 30 hours per charge
  • USB-C to USB-C cable included

Know before you buy

  • No wireless charging
  • No power adapter in the box
  • Low-latency aptX Adaptive Gaming Mode needs a Snapdragon Sound source
  • No water-resistance rating; Bose says to avoid wet conditions

Full specifications

Charging connectorUSB-C port on the left earcup
Wireless chargingNo
Wired audio over USB-CYes: USB audio at 16-bit, 44.1 kHz or 48 kHz from compatible sources (Bose calls it lossless); usable while charging
Quick charge15 min = up to 3 hours (ANC on, Immersive Audio off)
ChargingFull charge in up to 3 hours; Bose lists a 1.8-2.5 W charger range for maximum charging speed; no power adapter included
Battery lifeUp to 30 hours in Quiet and Aware Mode (23 hours with Immersive Audio)
Bluetooth / codecsBluetooth 5.4 (A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, Bluetooth Low Energy); aptX Adaptive Gaming Mode with Snapdragon Sound sources
In the boxHeadphones, carry case, USB-C to USB-C cable (39 in), 3.5 mm to 2.5 mm audio cable, safety sheet
App / platformBose app for iOS and Android (optional: pairs through the phone's Bluetooth settings without it)

From manufacturer documentation, checked October 18, 2026. Spotted an error? Tell us.

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