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Sony WF-1000XM5
Sony WF-1000XM5
Sony WF-1000XM5
Sony WF-1000XM5
Sony WF-1000XM5

#2 Sony WF-1000XM5

4.9 5
The Sony WF-1000XM5 earbuds are a significant upgrade from their predecessors, offering a more compact and lightweight design, enhanced comfort, and improved noise cancellation. They deliver rich, detailed audio with support for high-quality codecs like LDAC. The earbuds maintain a strong battery life and come with a feature-rich companion app. However, they face stiff competition in ANC performance and have occasional connectivity issues.
Audio
Noise Cancellation
Fit Stability
Battery
Call Quality
Controls
Pros
  • Compact and lightweight design
  • Rich, detailed audio performance
  • Strong battery life maintained from XM4
  • Improved noise cancellation
  • Feature-rich companion app
Cons
  • ANC performance can be outmatched
  • Occasional connectivity issues
  • On-ear volume control can be hit or miss
Release Daterelease dateJune 2023
ANCanc infoYes
IPXipx infoIPX4
Batterybattery info8 hours/24 hours with charging case (ANC on)
Reference Price 248.00$
IN-DEPTH
Audio
  • Quality: Delivers rich, detailed audio with a balanced sound profile and supports high-quality codecs like LDAC.
  • Soundstage: Provides a wide and well-defined soundstage, with excellent detail and definition across frequencies.
  • Volume Levels: Can reach high volume levels without distortion, but volume control on the earbuds can be cumbersome.
Noise Cancellation
  • Equipped: Features improved noise cancellation with a new dual integrated Processor V2 and HD Noise Cancelling Processor QN2e.
  • Transparency Mode: Transparency mode filters in surroundings loudly and clearly, with natural voice filtering.
  • Levels: Offers adjustable noise cancellation levels, but may not be the absolute best in class.
Comfort and Fit
  • Comfort: The earbuds are 25% smaller and 20% lighter than their predecessor, offering enhanced comfort.
  • Stability: The earbuds provide a secure fit, suitable for various activities including workouts.
  • Ear Tip Options: Includes four pairs of unique polyurethane foam tips, including an extra small size for better fit.
Battery
  • Playback Time: Offers around 8 hours of continuous playback with ANC on, and up to 12 hours with ANC off.
  • Charging Case: The charging case provides an additional 24 hours of battery life and supports wireless charging.
  • Quick Charging: Supports quick charging, providing an hour of playback with just a three-minute charge.
Call Quality
  • Microphone: Improved call quality with clear vocal pickup, but can pick up background noise when speaking.
  • Number of Microphones: Each earbud is equipped with three microphones, including two feedback mics.
  • Noise Reduction: Features noise reduction engine and wind noise reduction structure for calls.
Controls
    Controls
  • Touch controls cover playback, noise-cancellation modes, track skipping, and volume, but volume control can be finicky.
Connectivity
  • Multipoint Connectivity: Supports Bluetooth multipoint for connecting to two devices simultaneously.
  • Range: Offers consistent Bluetooth performance with occasional blips in high-traffic areas.
  • Bluetooth Equipped with Bluetooth 5.3 and supports SBC, AAC, and LDAC codecs.
Compatibility
  • OS: Compatible with Android and iOS devices, with features like Google Fast Pair and Swift Pair for Windows.
  • App: Comes with the Sony Headphones Connect app for extensive customization and control.
Other Features
  • Water Resistance: Rated IPX4 for resistance against splashes of water, suitable for workouts and light rain.
  • FindMyEarbuds: The companion app includes a feature to help locate misplaced earbuds.