Sony WH-1000XM5
The precision-engineered driver unit and eight-microphone adaptive noise cancellation deliver clear audio and 30-hour battery life, while the lightweight, foldable design with a redesigned case enhances portability. Speak-to-Chat automatically pauses music when you talk, and the snug, low-pressure fit keeps you comfortable over long listening sessions. Best for frequent callers and remote workers who need reliable multipoint connectivity and clear hands-free calling during commutes or workdays.
Snapshot
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Strong mic (98th percentile) 98th
- Strong anc (98th percentile) 98th
- Strong connectivity (91th percentile) 91th
- Strong build (77th percentile) 77th
Cons
- Below average comfort (13th percentile)
- Below average user sentiment (19th percentile)
What owners think
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The proof
Performance
Specifications
Full Specifications
Design
| Form Factor | on-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed |
| Foldable | Yes |
| Weight | 0.5 kg / 1.0 lbs |
| Ear Cushion | Leather |
| Headband | Leather |
Audio
| Driver Type | Dynamic Driver |
| Drivers | 8 |
| Impedance | 48 |
| Codecs | Crystal Clear Hands-free Calling, Lightweight, Multipoint Connection, Redesigned Collapsible Case, Up to 30 Hours of Playback with ANC On |
Noise Control
| ANC | Yes |
| ANC Type | adaptive |
| Transparency | Yes |
Connectivity
| Wireless | Yes |
| Bluetooth | 5.2 |
| Multipoint | Yes |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | Yes |
Battery
| Battery Life | 30 |
| Fast Charging | 3 min for 3 hours |
| Charging | USB-C |
Microphone
| Microphone | Yes |
| Mic Count | 8 |
| NC Mic | Yes |
Features
| Voice Assistant | Voice Control |
| Touch Controls | Yes |
vs Competition
| Spec | Sony WH-1000XM5 | Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 Px8 S2 | Sennheiser Momentum MOMENTUM 4 | JBL Live 770NC | Bose QuietComfort Ultra QuietComfort Ultra | Apple AirPods Max MWW43AM/A |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Form Factor | on-ear | over-ear | over-ear | over-ear | over-ear | over-ear |
| Driver Type | Dynamic Driver | dynamic | dynamic | Dynamic | Dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size (mm) | - | 40 | 42 | 40 | - | 40 |
| Impedance Ohms | 48 | - | 470 | 32 | 32 | 16 |
| Wireless | true | true | true | true | true | true |
| Active Noise Cancellation | true | true | true | true | true | true |
| Open Closed Back | closed | closed | closed | closed | closed | closed |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.2 | 5.3 | 5.2 | 5.3 | 5.3 | 5.0 |
| Battery Life Hours | 30 | 30 | 60 | 65 | 24 | 20 |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | Anc | Mic | Build | Sound | Battery | Comfort | User Sentiment | Connectivity | Social Proof |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sony WH-1000XM5 | 97.5 | 98.3 | 76.7 | 61.8 | 71.7 | 13.2 | 19.1 | 91 | 66.2 |
| Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 Px8 S2 Compare | 97.5 | 99.3 | 95.8 | 99.4 | 71.7 | 50.3 | 87.1 | 97.4 | 97.5 |
| Sennheiser Momentum MOMENTUM 4 Compare | 97.5 | 84.8 | 76.7 | 94.9 | 88.9 | 79.2 | 69.8 | 99.2 | 55.6 |
| JBL Live 770NC Compare | 97.5 | 78.1 | 97.2 | 84.6 | 91.4 | 50.3 | 69.8 | 99.9 | 91.5 |
| Bose QuietComfort Ultra QuietComfort Ultra Compare | 87.2 | 78.1 | 95.8 | 47 | 68 | 79.2 | 69.8 | 99.2 | 66.2 |
| Apple AirPods Max MWW43AM/A Compare | 87.2 | 82.4 | 92.2 | 92.4 | 65.1 | 28.7 | 0 | 93.6 | 97.5 |
Price
Value & Pricing
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