{
  "id": 5322849,
  "title": "I flew Qatar Airways' famous QSuite business class on its A350 and 777. Here's how the 2 jets compare, and which I prefer.",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/03/i-flew-qatar-airways-famous-qsuite-business-class-on-its-a350-and-777",
  "topic": "business",
  "section": "Business",
  "published": "2026-09-03T12:07:01.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Business Insider",
    "slug": "business-insider",
    "url": "https://www.businessinsider.com/comparing-qatar-qsuite-business-class-boeing-777-airbus-a350-photos-2026-9"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "For 22 hours, I experienced Qatar Airways' QSuite business class on two different aircraft: a Boeing 777 and an Airbus A350. The QSuite itself remains largely consistent, but there were subtle variations between the two planes that made the A350's journey slightly more enjoyable.\n\nUpon boarding, the most noticeable difference was the lighting. The older Boeing 777 featured harsh, traditional airplane lights, while the newer A350 boasted a more advanced LED lighting system. The A350's lights were warmer and more welcoming, creating a festive atmosphere that contributed to a more pleasant flight experience. Additionally, the A350's lighting system could simulate sunrise, sunset, dusk, or nighttime, helping to adjust passengers' body clocks to their new time zone.\n\nAnother advantage of the A350 was its significantly quieter cabin environment. Powered by the latest Rolls-Royce Trent XWB turbofan, the A350 produced less noise compared to the older 777. This allowed for easier conversation at normal speaking volumes, particularly in the front of the cabin. Furthermore, the Airbus utilized carbon-fiber-reinforced composites in its structure, resulting in a lighter aircraft. This enabled Qatar Airways to pressurize the cabin at a lower altitude and maintain higher humidity levels, making passengers feel more comfortable and refreshed upon arrival.\n\nIn terms of technology, the A350 offered two features that the Boeing 777 lacked. First, the seat-back screen on the A350 had an HDMI port, allowing passengers to connect their laptops and use it as a second monitor. This, combined with Starlink WiFi, transformed the QSuite into a productive workspace at cruising altitude. The second feature was the exterior cameras accessible through the entertainment system, providing passengers with unique views of the aircraft and its surroundings during the flight.\n\nDespite the 777's roomier cabin, I found the A350's experience to be slightly more pleasant overall. The improved lighting, quieter cabin, lower cabin altitude, and advanced technology made the A350's QSuite a more enjoyable and comfortable choice for long-haul flights.",
  "summary": "I spent 22 hours flying in Qatar Airways' award-winning QSuite on 2 different plane types. Here's the one I prefer and why.",
  "key_points": [
    "Qatar Airways QSuite consistent across Boeing 777 and Airbus A350",
    "A350's LED lighting warmer and more welcoming than 777's harsh lights",
    "A350's quieter cabin and lower cabin altitude made QSuite more comfortable"
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}