Sony WF-1000XM5
$300Released 2023
Pros
- Best-in-class active noise cancellation for true wireless earbuds
- LDAC hi-res audio support with rich, customizable sound
- Smaller and lighter than predecessor with improved comfort
- Bluetooth multipoint and LE Audio with Auracast
- Speak-to-Chat and Adaptive Sound Control
Cons
- Expensive at $300 launch price
- Reports of build-quality issues with case hinge
- Touch controls can be sensitive
- Only IPX4 water resistance (no dust rating)
Full Specifications
| Specification | Sony WF-1000XM5 |
|---|---|
| Active Noise Cancelling | |
| Type | in-ear |
| Weight | 5.9 g (per bud) |
| Battery | |
| Battery life | 8 hrs buds (ANC on), up to 24 hrs total with case |
| Charging | USB-C, Qi wireless |
| Drivers | 8.4 mm Dynamic Driver X |
| Features | Integrated Processor V2 and HD Noise Cancelling Processor QN2e, LDAC hi-res audio and DSEE Extreme upscaling, 360 Reality Audio, Adaptive Sound Control and Speak-to-Chat, Bluetooth LE Audio with Auracast support, Multipoint Bluetooth pairing |
| Connectivity | |
| Wired option | |
| Codecs | LDAC, LC3, AAC, SBC |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 |
| Multipoint | |
| Water Resistance | IPX4 (buds) |
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