Bose Headphones 700
Bottom line: The Bose Headphones 700: 11 selectable ANC levels, not just on/off/low; main trade-off: 20 hours trails rivals that push 30+ on a charge.
As an Amazon Associate, SpecPicks earns from qualifying purchases. Full disclosure →
Pros & Cons
Pros
- ✓ 11 selectable ANC levels, not just on/off/low
- ✓ Adaptive mic array holds voice clarity in wind and noise
- ✓ 20 hours wireless battery life per charge
- ✓ Touch earcup controls for Alexa and Google Assistant
Cons
- ✗ 20 hours trails rivals that push 30+ on a charge
- ✗ One-touch Spotify resume is iOS-only
- ✗ SimpleSync only works with select Bose soundbars
- ✗ 33 ft Bluetooth range limits room-to-room roaming
Manufacturer description
POWERFUL NOISE CANCELLING HEADPHONES: 11 levels of active noise cancelling let you enjoy music, podcasts, videos and calls without distractions ASTONISHING SOUND: Crisp, clear details. Deep, full bass. These wireless headphones produce exciting, lifelike sound that’s full and balanced at every volume level UNRIVALED VOICE PICKUP: A revolutionary microphone system adapts to noisy and windy environments so your voice always sounds crystal clear on calls
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored Bose Headphones 700 using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the retro cpu coolers & fans category. Bose's retro cpu coolers & fans lineup sits within the broader category mid-tier; price and specs are the deciding factors over brand loyalty here. Judge it on the specification table and the price rather than on sentiment: check the figures that decide your use case, then put it side-by-side with two or three close alternatives in the Compare tool before clicking through.
Common buyer scenarios for retro cpu coolers & fans of this kind: matching it to an existing build, replacing a failing part, or upgrading from a previous-generation equivalent. Check the spec table below against your current setup — particularly socket / form-factor / power-rating fields — and confirm compatibility on the retailer's listing before purchase. Prices and stock are set by the retailer and may have moved since this page was last updated.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does the battery last on the Bose 700?
Bose rates the Headphones 700 at up to 20 hours of wireless playback on a single charge, which covers most long-haul flights or a full work week of commutes.
Can you adjust how much noise the Bose 700 blocks?
Yes. There are 11 levels of active noise cancelling, so you can block out a plane cabin entirely or leave enough ambient sound in to hear announcements and conversation.
Are the Bose 700 good for phone calls and meetings?
Calls are the design focus. The microphone system adapts to noisy and windy environments so your voice stays clear, and touch controls on the earcups let you answer without reaching for your phone.
Do the Bose 700 work with Alexa?
Yes. You get voice-assistant access to Alexa and Google Assistant for music, navigation and weather, and Alexa Calling lets you place calls to a Bose smart device or Amazon Echo through the Alexa mobile app.
How far can I walk from my phone before audio drops?
Bluetooth range is rated up to 33 feet (10 meters). SimpleSync also pairs the headphones with select Bose smart soundbars for TV listening with independent volume control.
Key Features
- POWERFUL NOISE CANCELLING HEADPHONES: 11 levels of active noise cancelling let you enjoy music, podcasts, videos and calls without distractions
- ASTONISHING SOUND: Crisp, clear details. Deep, full bass. These wireless headphones produce exciting, lifelike sound that’s full and balanced at every volume level
- UNRIVALED VOICE PICKUP: A revolutionary microphone system adapts to noisy and windy environments so your voice always sounds crystal clear on calls
- KEEP YOUR HEAD UP AND HANDS FREE: With easy access to voice assistants like Alexa and Google Assistant for music, navigation, weather, and more, and intuitive touch control on the earcups — you can stay connected without reaching for your phone
- PREMIUM DESIGN AND COMFORT: With a lightweight stainless steel headband and earcups tilted for the perfect fit, you can comfortably wear these bluetooth headphones for hours
- BATTERY LIFE: Get up to 20 hours of wireless battery life on a single charge
Full Specifications
| Size | One Size |
|---|---|
| Brand | Bose |
| Color | Black |
| Model | 794297-0100 |
| Warranty | 1 year |
| UnitCount | 1 |
| ReleaseDate | 2019-06-30T00:00:01Z |
| Manufacturer | Bose |
| IsAdultProduct | false |
| ItemPartNumber | 794297-0100 |
| Full listing title | Bose Headphones 700, Noise Cancelling Bluetooth Over-Ear Wireless Headphones with Built-in Microphone for Clear Calls and Alexa Voice Control, Black |
Benchmark data for other processors
Ready to buy?
Bose Headphones 700, Noise Cancelling Bluetooth Over-Ear Wireless Headphones with Built-in Microphone for Clear Calls and Alexa Voice Control, Black is vintage hardware; the used and vintage market on eBay carries most of the live inventory. Prices and condition vary by seller and move in real time, so we link the live listing rather than quote a cached price. It also has an Amazon listing — check it for current price and availability. SpecPicks earns a small commission on qualifying purchases — thank you for supporting independent review work.
Read our analysis
SpecPicks coverage that features this Retro CPU Coolers & Fan.
Related Retro CPU Coolers & Fans
More guides & deep dives from the SpecPicks archive
Browse all articles & guides →- Best 1440p Gaming GPUs in 2026
- Best Budget Gaming PC Build 2026 — ~$1,000 Parts List
- RTX 4070 Super vs RX 7800 XT — Which to Buy in 2026
- The Complete Voodoo5 5500 AGP Driver Guide (2026 Edition)
- How to Build a Windows 98 Retro PC in 2026
- Best Retro Handhelds in 2026 — From $35 to $500
- Emulation Hardware in 2026: FPGA, Software, and Cart-Reader Ecosystems
More reviews from the SpecPicks archive
Browse all reviews →- Best CPU Cooler for AM4 Ryzen 5800X & 9700K Builds (2026)
- Raspberry Pi OS Moves to Linux 6.18 LTS: Performance Gains for Pi 4 Owners
- Raspberry Pi 4 8GB as a Jellyfin Media Server: Real Limits
- Best Budget SATA SSD for Everyday Upgrades (2026)
- Raspberry Pi AI HAT+ Hits 26 TOPS for On-Device Inference
- How to run Llama 3.1 70B on Apple M4 Max
- Microsoft + Nvidia Agent PCs vs a DIY RTX 3060 12GB Local-Agent Box
- Best 27-Inch 4K Gaming Monitor: KOORUI QD-Mini LED vs Samsung Odyssey
- Best Gaming Monitor for Console + PC Dual Setup in 2026
- MacBook Neo Benchmarks 2026: Apple Silicon vs AMD
- Best SSD for a Raspberry Pi 5 Boot Drive in 2026
- DIY Handheld Tricorder Build Guide 2026
- AMD Ryzen AI Max 400 'Gorgon Halo': 192GB Unified Memory for Local LLMs
- AMD Ryzen AI Halo Ships with a Fully Open-Source Linux Stack
- Best Budget 4K Gaming Monitor 2026: SANSUI 27" vs KOORUI QD-Mini LED vs ASUS TUF
- Build a Self-Hosted Security Camera on a Raspberry Pi 4 8GB in 2026
- Asus ROG Harpe II Extreme: 24K-Gold, 65K-Sensor Gaming Mouse
- Best SATA SSD for Gaming and Everyday Upgrades in 2026
- Started a Homelab a Month Ago — Is a Ryzen 5 5600G Enough?
- Best 1440p 240Hz Gaming Monitors for Competitive FPS in 2026
- Best 1440p Gaming Monitor in 2026: 5 Picks for Esports, RPGs, and PS5
- Best NVMe SSD for PC Gaming Builds in 2026
- NVFP4 on RTX 50-Series: What llama.cpp's Native FP4 Support Means for Local Inference
- Ryzen 5 5600G vs Ryzen 7 5700X for a Budget Homelab and Virtualization Box in 2026
Earliest SpecPicks reviews
Browse full archive →- Best GPU for Llama 3.1 8B (2026)
- Best GPU for Qwen 3 14B (2026)
- Best GPU for Qwen 3 32B (2026)
- Best GPU for Llama 3.1 70B (2026)
- Best GPU for DeepSeek-R1 32B (2026)
- Best GPU for Llama 3.1 405B (2026)
- How to run Llama 3.1 8B on NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090
- How to run Qwen 3 14B on NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090
- How to run Qwen 3 32B on NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090
- How to run Llama 3.1 70B on NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090
- How to run DeepSeek-R1 32B on NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090
- How to run Llama 3.1 8B on NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090