Testseek.com have collected 157 expert reviews of the Sony WH-1000XM5 and the average rating is 90%. Scroll down and see all reviews for Sony WH-1000XM5.
May 2022
(90%)
157 Reviews
Average score from experts who have reviewed this product.
Users
(91%)
2176 Reviews
Average score from owners of the product.
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The editors liked
Super comfy headphones
Fantastically warm and balanced sound
Excellent noise cancellation
GPS tracking can shift the various cancellation modes
Solid battery life
Impressively rich and dynamic sound
Great noise cancellation with adaptive controls
Sleek new look and flatter carrying case
Long battery life and fast charge option
Speak to chat feature works well and is convenient
Clean and light new design
Comfortable to wear for hours
Stunning audio quality
The editors didn't like
Case isn't as portable as it once was
More expensive this time around
Not much has changed beyond design
Earcup cushions are a bit thin and get get uncomfortable over a long period
Premium price means Sony's very good M4s may be a better option
Published: 2022-08-16, Author: Alex , review by: majorhifi.com
Abstract: Two of the biggest wireless headphones releases are finally here. Sony and Sennheiser, two of the most well-known names in the headphone market, both have new highly anticipated wireless products. The Momentum 4 and WH-1000XM5 are continuations of the mai...
Abstract: Hard to believe that after a few years, Sony went on to overthrow Bose in the best noise-canceling headphones. So what happens after doing that and practically dominating the market? I'm sure this is a question Sony asked themselves before crafting their...
Published: 2022-07-27, Author: Alex , review by: majorhifi.com
Abstract: 2022 has seen the release of a few new Bluetooth headphones. The Sony WH-1000XM5 and Bowers & Wilkins PX7 S2 are both continuations of ongoing mainline series that have been met with great acclaim. I have taken a look at both headphones, and they set a ce...
Published: 2022-07-22, Author: Alex , review by: majorhifi.com
I was excited to finally get a chance to listen to the WH-1000XM5, and it didn't let me down. All of its well-renowned features are as good as ever, and its new ones are welcome additions. The XM5 makes many improvements to its usability and sound quality...
For noise-cancelling, comfort, good sound, and practical purposes, you can buy these headphones with confidence. Yes, there are nicer designs and sound; I'll give this prize to the Mark Levinson 5909s or the Bang & Olufsen HX which I love, and are my go-t...
Published: 2022-06-11, Author: Alex , review by: Laptopmag.com
Abstract: In August of 2020, Sony released what would become the best noise-cancelling headphones: the WH-1000XM4. As rumors circulated about a next-gen version hitting the market in late Spring 2022, all I could ask myself is why? The WH-1000XM4 remains the model...
Published: 2022-06-10, Author: Alex , review by: gamerbraves.com
The Sony WH-1000XM5 Noise Cancelling Headphones do a really good job at playing sweet melodies while leaving the rest of the world in silence. Once you have them on and turn on the NC, you'll hear nothing except the very faint volume of people speaking on...
Published: 2022-05-20, Author: Chris , review by: slashgear.com
Outstanding ANC performance, Clean, wide musical soundstage, Long battery life
More expensive than WH-1000XM4, Less practical design for travelers, No water resistance or USB-C audio
Interestingly, the WH-1000XM5 join, rather than replace, the 1000XM4's. The former go on sale at $399.99; the latter remain on shelves for $50 less than that, though fairly regular promotions mean you can usually find them cheaper still.As for which you s...
Published: 2022-05-13, Author: Alex , review by: gamerbraves.com
Abstract: Sony today announced the newest edition of its award-winning 1000X headphones series, the WH-1000XM5 wireless, noise-canceling headphones. This new model brings a whole new immersive, distraction-free sound experience to its users, and thanks to the imple...
