Sony WH-1000XM5
Sony
97 Overall Score
vs
Apple AirPods Max MWW43AM/A
Apple
89 Overall Score
Scores
Work
Budget
Gaming
Commute
Calls
Studio
Music
Specifications
| Sony WH-1000XM5 | Apple AirPods Max MWW43AM/A | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Weight | 0.25 kg★ | 0.39 kg |
| Ear Cushion | soft fit leather | Mesh textile, memory foam |
| Headband | metal | Stainless steel |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 30 mm | 40 mm★ |
| Drivers | 1 | 1 |
| Freq Min | 4 Hz★ | 20 Hz |
| Freq Max | 40 kHz★ | 20 kHz |
| Impedance | 48 Ω | 16 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 102 dB★ | 100 dB |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | LDAC | AAC, SBC |
| Surround | Sony WH-1000XM5 Noise Canceling Wireless Headphones - 30hr Battery Life - Over-Ear Style - Optimized for Alexa and Google Assistant - Built-in mic for Calls - Silver International Version | Sony WH-10 | Spatial Audio |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | adaptive | Enhanced |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.2★ | 5.0 |
| Profiles | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP | — |
| Multipoint | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | USB-C |
| Detachable Cable | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Cable Length | 1.2000000476837158 m | — |
| Range | 10 m | 15.199999809265137 m★ |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 30 hrs★ | 20 hrs |
| Charge Time | 3 hrs | 1.5 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | 3 min charge for 3 hours of playback | 10min=4hrs |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 8★ | 3 |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | ✗ |
| Detachable Mic | ✗ | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa | Siri |
| Touch Controls | ✓ | ✓ |
| App | Sony Headphones Connect | iOS Only |
| Volume Limiting | ✗ | ✗ |
| Gaming Mode | ✗ | ✗ |
Pros & Cons
Sony WH-1000XM5
- Strong connectivity (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong mic (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong anc (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong build (92th percentile)92th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (2th percentile)2th %ile
Apple AirPods Max MWW43AM/A
- Strong social proof (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong connectivity (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong sound (92th percentile)92th %ile
- Strong build (92th percentile)92th %ile
- Below average comfort (29th percentile)
Pricing
Sony WH-1000XM50.238score per dollar
vs
Apple AirPods Max MWW43AM/A0.178score per dollar
Sony WH-1000XM5 offers 1.3x better value for money
Sony WH-1000XM5
Apple AirPods Max MWW43AM/A
Verdict
Winner: Sony WH-1000XM5
Scores 97 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 9 of 41 specs.
