Sony WF-1000XM5
KSh 27,000
- Audio Technology: Integrated Processor V1, DSEE Extreme upscaling, Hi-Res Audio Wireless (LDAC)
- Drivers: 8.4mm Dynamic Driver X
- Noise Cancellation: Adaptive ANC up to 40dB, dual noise sensors, Ambient Sound Mode
- Battery Life: Up to 8 hours (ANC on), 12 hours (ANC off), 24 hours total with case
- Bluetooth: 5.3, multipoint pairing (2 devices)
- Microphones: 6-mic array with bone-conduction sensor
- Build: IPX4 water-resistant, foam ear tips (XS-L sizes)
- Controls: Touch sensors, head gesture control
- App Support: Sony Headphones Connect (EQ, 360 Reality Audio)
- Colors: Black, Silver
Sony WF-1000XM5 Highlights
- Up to 8 hours per charge
- ANC active noise cancellation
- IPX4 water resistance
- Bluetooth 5.3 wireless connection
- 39.1 g weight
- 2 hours to recharge
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| Specification | Sony WF-1000XM5 | Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 | Apple AirPods 4 ANC | Apple AirPods Pro 2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brand | Sony | Apple | Apple | |
| Model | WF-1000XM5 | Pixel Buds Pro 2 | AirPods 4 with Active Noise Cancellation | AirPods Pro 2 |
| Announced | 2023 | 2024 | 2024 | 2022 |
| Type | True Wireless In-Ear Earbuds | True Wireless In-Ear Earbuds | True Wireless In-Ear Earbuds | True Wireless In-Ear Earbuds |
| Color | Black, Silver | Porcelain, Hazel, Wintergreen, Peony, Moonstone | White | White |
Design
| Specification | Sony WF-1000XM5 | Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 | Apple AirPods 4 ANC | Apple AirPods Pro 2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Weight | Approx. 1.38 oz | 4.7g per earbud; 65g case with earbuds | 4.3 grams | 5.3 grams |
| Dimensions | Not specified | Earbud 22.74 x 23.08 x 17.03mm; case 49.9 x 63.3 x 25mm | 30.2 mm x 18.3 mm x 18.1 mm | 30.9 mm x 21.8 mm x 24.0 mm |
Battery & Charging
| Specification | Sony WF-1000XM5 | Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 | Apple AirPods 4 ANC | Apple AirPods Pro 2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Battery Life | Max. 8 hrs (NC ON) | Max. 12 hrs (NC OFF) | Up to 12 hours / 48 hours with case (ANC off); 8 hours / 30 hours with case (ANC on) | Up to 4 hours of listening time on a single charge with Active Noise Cancellation enabled; Up to 5 hours of listening time on a single charge with noise control off | Up to 6 hours of listening time with a single charge (up to 5.5 hours with Spatial Audio and Head Tracking enabled) |
| Charging Time | Approx. 2 hrs (USB charging) | Not specified | Not specified | Not specified |
| Charging Port | USB-C | USB-C (case) | USB-C | USB-C |
| Wireless Charging | Yes | Yes (Qi case) | Yes | Yes |
| Fast Charging | Not specified | 5 minutes provides up to 1.5 hours (ANC off) | 5 minutes in the case provides around 1 hour of listening time | 5 minutes in the case provides around 1 hour of listening time |
Connectivity
| Specification | Sony WF-1000XM5 | Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 | Apple AirPods 4 ANC | Apple AirPods Pro 2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Connection | Bluetooth | Bluetooth | Bluetooth | Bluetooth |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.3 | Bluetooth 5.4 | Bluetooth 5.3 | Bluetooth 5.3 |
| Bluetooth Range | 32.80 ft | Not specified | Not specified | Not specified |
| Multipoint Connection | Yes | Yes | Not specified | Not specified |
| Connector | Wireless audio connection | Not specified | Wireless audio connection | Wireless audio connection |
| Cable Length | No audio cable | Not specified | No audio cable included | No audio cable included |
| App Support | Sony | Sound Connect | Google Pixel Buds app on Android | Built into supported Apple operating systems; no separate app | Built into supported Apple operating systems; no separate app |
Features
| Specification | Sony WF-1000XM5 | Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 | Apple AirPods 4 ANC | Apple AirPods Pro 2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sensors | Wear detection, touch controls, proximity sensors | Capacitive touch, IR proximity, accelerometer, gyroscope and Hall sensors | Optical in-ear sensor; Motion-detecting accelerometer; Speech-detecting accelerometer; Force sensor | Skin-detect sensor; Motion-detecting accelerometer; Speech-detecting accelerometer; Touch control |
| Special Features | Speak-to-Chat; Adaptive Sound Control; multipoint | Google Tensor A1; Conversation Detection; Find My Device network | Live Translation for communicating across languages | Hearing Test; Hearing Aid; Hearing Protection |
| Voice Assistant | Not specified | Gemini and Google Assistant | Siri | Siri |
Audio
| Specification | Sony WF-1000XM5 | Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 | Apple AirPods 4 ANC | Apple AirPods Pro 2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drivers | 0.33" | Custom-designed 11mm dynamic drivers | Custom high-excursion Apple driver | Custom high-excursion Apple driver |
| Frequency Response | 20–20,000 Hz (44.1 kHz sampling) | 20–40,000 Hz (LDAC 96 kHz sampling 990 kbps) | Not specified | Not specified | Not specified |
| Audio Codecs | SBC, AAC, LDAC, LC3 | Not specified | Not specified | Not specified |
| Active Noise Cancellation | Yes | Active Noise Cancellation with Silent Seal 2.0 | Yes | Yes |
| Transparency / Ambient Mode | Ambient Sound Mode, Ambient Sound, Quick Attention | Yes | Adaptive Audio; Transparency mode; Conversation Awareness | Adaptive Transparency |
| Microphones | Built-in microphones | Three microphones per earbud | Dual beamforming microphones; Inward-facing microphone | Dual beamforming microphones; Inward-facing microphone |
| Audio Features | Dsee Extreme | Google Tensor A1 audio processing; multi-path signal processing; hearing wellness features | Custom high dynamic range amplifier; Adaptive Audio; Conversation Awareness; Voice Isolation; Adaptive EQ; Vent system for pressure equalization; H2 headphone chip | Custom high dynamic range amplifier; Vent system for pressure equalization; Adaptive EQ; Apple H2 headphone chip; Apple U1 chip in MagSafe Charging Case |
| Spatial Audio | Not specified | Spatial Audio with head tracking on compatible Pixel devices | Personalized Spatial Audio with dynamic head tracking | Personalized Spatial Audio with dynamic head tracking |
Charging Case
| Specification | Sony WF-1000XM5 | Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 | Apple AirPods 4 ANC | Apple AirPods Pro 2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Case Type | Charging Case | Charging case | Charging Case (USB-C) with speaker | MagSafe Charging Case with speaker and lanyard loop |
| Case Charging | USB-C | USB-C | Works with USB-C connector, Apple Watch charger, or Qi-certified chargers | Works with MagSafe charger, Apple Watch charger, Qi-certified chargers, or the Lightning connector |
| Case Charging Port | USB-C | USB-C | USB-C | Lightning |
| Case Wireless Charging | No | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Case Weight | Approx. 1.38 oz | 65g with earbuds | 34.7 grams | 50.8 grams |
| Case Features | Charging case; approximate case charge time Approx. 2 hrs (USB charging) | Protective charging case | Includes a speaker for use with Find My proximity view | Standard charging case |
| Case Battery Life | Not specified | Included in total battery figures above | Up to 20 hours of listening time with Active Noise Cancellation enabled; Up to 30 hours of listening time with noise control off | Up to 30 hours of listening time |
| Case Dimensions | Not specified | 49.9 x 63.3 x 25mm | 46.2 mm x 50.1 mm x 21.2 mm | 45.2 mm x 60.6 mm x 21.7 mm |
Design & Controls
| Specification | Sony WF-1000XM5 | Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 | Apple AirPods 4 ANC | Apple AirPods Pro 2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Controls | Volume control, Quick Attention | Capacitive touch and swipe controls | Press once to play or pause media; Press once to answer a call or mute or unmute; Press once for camera remote; Press twice to end a call; Press twice to skip forward; Press three times to skip back; Press and hold for Siri; Say "Hey Siri" or just "Siri"to do things like play a song, make a call, or get directions | Press once to play, pause, or answer a phone call; Press twice to skip forward; Press three times to skip back; Press and hold to switch between Active Noise Cancellation and Adaptive Transparency; Swipe up or down to adjust volume; Say “Hey Siri” to do things like play a song, make a call, or get directions |
| Water & Dust Resistance | Yes (IPX4 equivalent) | IP54 earbuds; IPX4 case | Dust, sweat, and water resistant (IP54) | Not specified |
| Ear Tips / Ear Cushions | Ear tips included | Silicone ear tips, XS/S/M/L | Open-fit design | Silicone ear tips (four sizes: XS, S, M, L) |
What's in the Box
| Specification | Sony WF-1000XM5 | Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 | Apple AirPods 4 ANC | Apple AirPods Pro 2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Headphones / Earbuds | WF-1000XM5 earbuds | Pixel Buds Pro 2 earbuds | AirPods 4 with Active Noise Cancellation | AirPods Pro 2 |
| Charging Case | Charging Case | Charging case | Charging Case (USB-C) with speaker | MagSafe Charging Case with speaker and lanyard loop |
| Charging Cable | USB Cable | USB-C charging cable | USB-C charge cable sold separately | Lightning to USB-C Cable |
| Audio Cable | Not included | True wireless design | Not included | Not included |
| Ear Tips / Accessories | Noise Isolation Earbud Tips | Silicone ear tips, XS/S/M/L | Open-fit design | Silicone ear tips (four sizes: XS, S, M, L) |
| Documentation | Warranty Card; Reference Guide (New) | Quick start guide and safety documentation | Documentation | Documentation |
Specs
Sony WF-1000XM5 specifications
General
| Brand | Sony |
|---|---|
| Model | WF-1000XM5 |
| Announced | 2023 |
| Type | True Wireless In-Ear Earbuds |
| Color | Black, Silver |
Battery & Charging
| Battery Life | Max. 8 hrs (NC ON) | Max. 12 hrs (NC OFF) |
|---|---|
| Charging Time | Approx. 2 hrs (USB charging) |
| Charging Port | USB-C |
| Wireless Charging | Yes |
Connectivity
| Connection | Bluetooth |
|---|---|
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.3 |
| Bluetooth Range | 32.80 ft |
| Multipoint Connection | Yes |
| App Support | Sony | Sound Connect |
Features
| Sensors | Wear detection, touch controls, proximity sensors |
|---|---|
| Special Features | Speak-to-Chat; Adaptive Sound Control; multipoint |
Audio
| Drivers | 0.33" |
|---|---|
| Frequency Response | 20–20,000 Hz (44.1 kHz sampling) | 20–40,000 Hz (LDAC 96 kHz sampling 990 kbps) |
| Audio Codecs | SBC, AAC, LDAC, LC3 |
| Active Noise Cancellation | Yes |
| Transparency / Ambient Mode | Ambient Sound Mode, Ambient Sound, Quick Attention |
| Microphones | Built-in microphones |
| Audio Features | Dsee Extreme |
Charging Case
| Case Type | Charging Case |
|---|---|
| Case Charging | USB-C |
| Case Charging Port | USB-C |
| Case Wireless Charging | No |
| Case Weight | Approx. 1.38 oz |
| Case Features | Charging case; approximate case charge time Approx. 2 hrs (USB charging) |
Design & Controls
| Controls | Volume control, Quick Attention |
|---|---|
| Water & Dust Resistance | Yes (IPX4 equivalent) |
| Weight | Approx. 1.38 oz |
| Ear Tips / Ear Cushions | Ear tips included |
What's in the Box
| Headphones / Earbuds | WF-1000XM5 earbuds |
|---|---|
| Charging Case | Charging Case |
| Charging Cable | USB Cable |
| Ear Tips / Accessories | Noise Isolation Earbud Tips |
| Documentation | Warranty Card; Reference Guide (New) |