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Sony WF-1000XM5

Silver · Earbuds · Released 2023

Sony WF-1000XM5, product view 1

Specifications

Closed-back

Acoustic design

Active

Noise cancelling

Built-in

Microphone

Bluetooth

Wireless

Overview

Noise-cancelling earbuds

Sony's flagship noise-cancelling earbuds from 2023, replaced by the WF-1000XM6 in 2026, with foam ear tips, LDAC and wireless charging.

  • Noise cancellation

    It cuts low engine and traffic noise strongly but lets more voices through. The WF-1000XM6 blocks more mid- and high-frequency noise.

  • Lighter buds and case

    The buds and case are lighter than the WF-1000XM6's, and the case is smaller. Reviewers found the fit with the foam tips secure and comfortable.

  • Bass-heavy sound

    The default tuning boosts bass, while vocals stay clear. The app's EQ and Clear Bass setting can turn the bass down.

Battery

Up to 8 hours per charge with noise cancelling on, or 12 hours with it off; the case brings the totals to 24 and 36 hours. A 3-minute charge gives up to 1 hour.

Wireless charging

The case charges over USB-C or on a Qi wireless charger.

Family guide

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