Sony WH-1000XM5

★Best

4.8(5,312 reviews)

$279$349Save $70

Best For

Travel & focused work with noise cancellation

Best price guaranteed

Full Specifications

Driver Size30 mm dynamic

Frequency Response4 Hz – 40,000 Hz

Battery Life30 hours (ANC on)

Noise CancellationIndustry-leading ANC

ConnectivityBluetooth 5.2, 3.5 mm jack

MicrophoneBeamforming array (4 mics)

Weight250 g

FoldableNo (flat-fold only)

Pros & Cons Breakdown

Pros

Industry-leading ANC quality
30-hour battery with quick charge
Premium build and comfort

Cons

✕Cannot fold flat for storage
✕Touch controls take time to learn

Class Verdict

The Sony WH-1000XM5 earns its "Best" classification with a strong balance of performance, build quality, and value. Highly recommended for travel & focused work with noise cancellation.

Customer Reviews

4.8

5,312 reviews

Performance

4.8

Value

4.5

Build Quality

4.9

Ease of Use

4.6

Alex M.Verified

Mar 2025

Absolutely worth every penny

I've been using the Sony WH-1000XM5 for about three months now and it has completely transformed my workflow. The performance is exceptional and the build quality feels premium. Highly recommend to anyone considering it.

142 found this helpful

Jordan K.Verified

Feb 2025

Great product with minor caveats

Overall a fantastic purchase. The industry-leading anc quality is exactly as advertised. My only gripe is cannot fold flat for storage, but that's a minor issue given everything else it offers.

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