How does the WH-1000XM5 compare with the WH-1000XM4?

The XM5 adds two more microphones per ear, the V1 processor and Auto NC Optimizer, and it is lighter. The trade-off is that it no longer folds, so the case is bigger than the XM4's.

Does it work with both iPhone and Android?

Yes. It pairs over Bluetooth with either, and the Sony Headphones Connect app gives EQ, noise-control and multipoint settings on both platforms.

Can I connect to two devices at once?

Yes, multipoint pairing lets it stay connected to two devices, such as a laptop and a phone, and switch between them.

How long does the battery last?

Sony rates it at up to 30 hours with noise cancellation on. A short charge gives several hours of playback.

Does it come with a cable for wired listening?

It includes a detachable cable for wired use, so you can listen with the headphones powered off. Check the box contents for the exact cable type.

Is it good for calls and video meetings?

Yes. The multiple microphones pick up your voice clearly, and owners report reliable call quality indoors and on the street.

Sony WH-1000XM5 Premium Noise Cancelling Wireless Headphones

Q: Where is the Sony WH-1000XM5 Premium Noise Cancelling Wireless Headphones cheapest?

At Secondipity, for $159.99, 42% under what the other stores charge, as of our latest check.

Q: What do buyers say about the Sony WH-1000XM5 Premium Noise Cancelling Wireless Headphones?

Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 80 ratings.

Q: Where can I buy the Sony WH-1000XM5 Premium Noise Cancelling Wireless Headphones?

11 stores we checked sell it, including Secondipity, Amazon, Best Buy, DoorDash, Sony.

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What reviewers say

4.4 / 580 ratings

Owners rate it highly for noise cancellation and comfort, and most say it beats earlier Sony models on blocking voices and engine noise. Complaints center on the non-folding design and on touch controls that misread gestures.

What people mention

Noise cancellationPraisedOwners say it blocks engine drone, air conditioning and nearby conversation better than most rivals.
ComfortPraisedThe light weight and soft earpads let people wear it through long flights and workdays.
FoldingCriticisedReviewers dislike that the headband does not fold, making the included case large for a bag.
Touch controlsMixedSwipes work well in dry conditions but misread with gloves, rain or cold fingers.
Sound qualityPraisedListeners describe a balanced, detailed sound with clean highs and adjustable bass through the app.
Auto NC OptimizerMixedSome owners find the automatic re-tuning helpful; others notice cancellation shifting when they move.

About the Sony WH-1000XM5 Premium Noise Cancelling Wireless Headphones

The Sony WH-1000XM5 are closed, dynamic wireless headphones with noise cancelling. Each earcup has four microphones, for eight in total. They pick up ambient sound and reduce high- and mid-frequency noise, from airplane noise to people's voices.

Noise cancelling is controlled by the V1 processor together with the HD QN1 noise cancelling processor. Auto NC Optimizer adjusts the cancelling automatically to how you wear the headphones and to your surroundings, including factors such as atmospheric pressure.

The 30 mm driver has a light, rigid dome made of a carbon fiber composite. It improves high-frequency sensitivity for more natural sound. The build also uses lead-free solder that contains gold for conductivity, a fine sound resistor for even power distribution, and circuits tuned for a better signal-to-noise ratio.

Type

Closed, dynamic

Driver

30 mm, carbon fiber composite dome

Weight

Approx. 250 g

Frequency response

4 Hz - 40,000 Hz (JEITA)

Active response

4 Hz - 40,000 Hz (active operation)

Cord length

Approx. 1.2 m