Customer Ratings & Reviews
- Model:
- WH1000XM5/P
- SKU:
- 10947881
Rating by feature
- Sound Quality
Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars
- Battery Life
Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars
- Connectivity
Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars
Customers are saying
Customers regard the product's sound quality as impeccable, with many also praising its comfort, amazing battery life, and lightweight design. They appreciate the good bass, sleek design, snug fit, and decent active noise cancellation. However, some customers find its portability lacking compared to competitors and note that it is on the pricey side. Additionally, concerns have been raised about inconsistent connectivity and insufficient volume levels.
This summary was generated by AI based on customer reviews.
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Quality headphones
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great headphones, true noise cancelling which is a huge deal. They can run warm, but the quality is worth it. They do shut off if you take the headphones off and lay them down so you need to have a stand to hang them on or be prepared to scramble to put them on your head and engage the "on" button on if someone calls, all at once.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi FrankT, We're happy to hear that you are enjoying your new headphones. The WH-1000XM5 headphones have 2 processors that control 8 microphones for unprecedented noise cancellation and exceptional call quality. With a newly developed 30mm driver, DSEE – Extreme and Hi-Res audio support they provide awe-inspiring audio quality. Our Voice Pickup Technology uses 4 microphones that are calibrated to only pick up your voice, resulting in crystal clear calls. The automatic Speak to Chat feature will stop your music once you start talking and let in the ambient sound. With up to 30 hours of battery life and a quick charge feature. The new lightweight WH-1000XM5 headphones provide all day comfort in an elegant design. Thanks for choosing Sony. Erin
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Awesome
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Originally i was going to get the XM4s then i was like lets go up-to-date. I do not regret my decision at all. These are hands down best headsets i ever owned. The noise canceling down to the sleek design is superior.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi LatarioD, Great choice! We're thrilled to hear that you're enjoying your new headphones. Thank you for choosing Sony. Erin
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
Headphones
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great product, superb sound snd extremely comfortable.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi PamL, Good to hear that you are enjoying the comfort and sound quality of your headphones. The WH-1000XM5 headphones have 2 processors that control 8 microphones for unprecedented noise cancellation and exceptional call quality. With a newly developed 30mm driver, DSEE – Extreme and Hi-Res audio support they provide awe-inspiring audio quality. Our Voice Pickup Technology uses 4 microphones that are calibrated to only pick up your voice, resulting in crystal clear calls. The automatic Speak to Chat feature will stop your music once you start talking and let in the ambient sound. With up to 30 hours of battery life and a quick charge feature. The new lightweight WH-1000XM5 headphones provide all day comfort in an elegant design. Thanks for choosing Sony. Erin
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Remarkable ANC - cleaner sound profile.
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These have a much cleaner sound vs the 4th gen… Also the ANC is probably the best I’ve personally experienced. Some people may prefer the sound of the 4th gen more but I believe the 5th gen has a cleaner sound and is more accurate in audio presentation. ANC is amazing much better than the 4th gen (which I also have and is impressive as well).
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi TulsaPharmD, Great! We're glad that you like the sound quality and noise canceling function. The WH-1000XM5 headphones have 2 processors that control 8 microphones for unprecedented noise cancellation and exceptional call quality. With a newly developed 30mm driver, DSEE – Extreme and Hi-Res audio support they provide awe-inspiring audio quality. Our Voice Pickup Technology uses 4 microphones that are calibrated to only pick up your voice, resulting in crystal clear calls. The automatic Speak to Chat feature will stop your music once you start talking and let in the ambient sound. With up to 30 hours of battery life and a quick charge feature. The new lightweight WH-1000XM5 headphones provide all day comfort in an elegant design. Thanks for choosing Sony. Erin
Sony x5
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Wife loves these headphone’s sound quality is unparallele
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Thank you for the fantastic review, Tordley!
We are so happy to hear that your wife is loving her WH-1000XM5 headphones! It is wonderful to know that the sound quality is standing out as unparalleled for her. We take great pride in our noise-canceling and audio technology, so hearing that she is enjoying the experience is great.
Thank you for choosing Sony!
Best regards, Gus, Sony Social Media Team
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Astonishing Product
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.This is a fantastic product. Its sound quality is top notch and non currently compares to it. It has a friendly user interface with marked aesthetics. My recommendation? Go to the store and try it out for a few mins. That’s all. Just try it out :)
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi LuckyO, We're glad you're happy with your purchase. Make sure to keep your device's firmware up to date to enjoy all its features. Thanks for choosing Sony! -Craig
- Pros mentioned:Comfort
Light soft and good fit.
||Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.My daughter loves it. She even uses them at the gym. I tried them on and fit well, were soft, and didn't heat up compared to some other ones, we have tried them in the past. They are worth the expense in the long run.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi JCMonzon, We're happy to hear that your daughter loves her new headphones. We appreciate your feedback and thank you so much for choosing Sony. Erin
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Worth the price tag!
||Posted . Owned for 11 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I use these every day! The noise cancelling is great, and I love that I’m able to connect to 2 devices via Bluetooth simultaneously. Not the best for workouts, they tend to slide off my head but it’s manageable.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Melody, We're glad that you like the noise and features of your headphones. Thank you for choosing Sony. Erin
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Great sound great noise canceling
||Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Sound is amazing and the noise canceling does a pretty good job. Doesn't block everything out but I don't think that technology exists yet. Using the noise canceling while listening to music makes me feel like I'm in a soundproof room within the office.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi ChrisH, Thank you for the awesome review! We're glad you like the amazing sound and exceptional noise cancellation of your Sony WH1000XM5. The WH-1000XM5 headphones have 2 processors that control 8 microphones for unprecedented noise cancellation and exceptional call quality. With a newly developed 30mm driver, DSEE – Extreme and Hi-Res audio support they provide awe-inspiring audio quality. Our Voice Pickup Technology uses 4 microphones that are calibrated to only pick up your voice, resulting in crystal clear calls. The automatic Speak to Chat feature will stop your music once you start talking and let in the ambient sound. With up to 30 hours of battery life and a quick charge feature. The new lightweight WH-1000XM5 headphones provide all day comfort in an elegant design. Thanks for choosing Sony! -Sam
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Sony xm5s
||Posted . Owned for 5 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.It was an amazing purchase, this is delayed but Best Buy is where I always buy electronics or headphones, just bought a studio mic for my setup and quick and easy pickup is always guaranteed, Love it
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Lonyx, We're glad that you are enjoying your WH1000XM5. Your feedback is greatly appreciated. Thank you so much for choosing Sony. Erin
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Great headphones
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Amazing headphones. True noise cancelation. Very easy to connect very easy to use. Great for workouts and sound quality is awesome.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Naiomy, Thank you for sharing your wonderful experience! We are thrilled to hear that the noise cancellation, seamless connectivity, and sound quality of your Sony XM5 headphones meet your expectations. Thank you for choosing Sony! Enjoy! -Maria
- Pros mentioned:Sound qualityCons mentioned:Portability
Doesn’t fold for storage
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I prefer the previous generation. This generation does not fold away for storage. Sound quality is very good. Just not the level of upgrade I expected over the previous generation given the price.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi DonS, thanks for choosing and purchasing our product. We're glad you like the sound quality of or product. We appreciate your feedback regarding the headband of the WH1000XM5.
The WH-1000XM5 headphones have 2 processors that control 8 microphones for unprecedented noise cancellation and exceptional call quality. With a newly developed 30mm driver, DSEE – Extreme and Hi-Res audio support they provide awe-inspiring audio quality. Our Voice Pickup Technology uses 4 microphones that are calibrated to only pick up your voice, resulting in crystal clear calls. The automatic Speak to Chat feature will stop your music once you start talking and let in the ambient sound. With up to 30 hours of battery life and a quick charge feature. The new lightweight WH1000XM5 headphones provide all day comfort in an elegant design. Thanks for choosing Sony. ~Earl
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
mid sound quality good in everything else
||Posted . Owned for 4 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.good app + noise cancellation but lacking in sound quality
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Thank you for sharing your feedback, JimmyD.
We are pleased to hear that you are finding value in the WH-1000XM5 headphones' excellent Noise Cancellation and the functionality of the associated app. We put a lot of focus on creating a world-class listening environment, so it is great to know those features are working well for you.
We are sorry, however, to hear that the sound quality is not completely meeting your expectations. We're committed to providing a premium audio experience, and we would like to ensure you are getting the best performance possible.
Have you tried using the Equalizer feature within the Sony Headphones Connect app? Adjusting the EQ settings can often significantly tailor the sound profile to your specific preferences, offering clearer highs, deeper bass, or a more balanced mix.
We value this feedback and hope a small adjustment helps you unlock the full audio potential of your WH-1000XM5 headphones.
Thanks for choosing Sony!
Best regards, Gus, Sony Social Media Team
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Amazing headphones!
||Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I have previously owned the xm4s and just got the xm5, and these headphones don't disappoint! The noise cancelling is great as well as the feel of the headphones itself have a premium quality to them. Overall would recommend sony to anyone who is looking to get some premium audio quality! Especially if you are a commuter these are a must!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Termi, we're glad you like the noise canceling feature and sound quality of our newest industry-leading noise canceling headphones. These lightweight headphones are beautifully finished in newly developed soft fit leather. This material fits snugly around the head with less pressure on the ears while keeping out external sounds. Our noiseless design with stepless slider, seamless swivel and hanger, and silent joints, makes WH-1000XM5 a pleasure to wear. Thank you for choosing Sony! ~Earl
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Great headphones
||Posted . Owned for 1.5 years when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Amazing headphones, sound quality is 5/5 , sound cancellation 5/5, build quality 5/5, durability 5/5, I’ve had them for over a year and they’re doing great , mainly used for working out.
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Posted .Hi Ivan, we're delighted to hear that you're enjoying your new headphones. Thank you for choosing Sony. Erin
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Crazyyyy good
|Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.[Employee of bestbuy] The noise cancelling on these is INSANE, put them on in a noisy room and play some music, and all you can hear is your music. Scared to walk in piblic with how good these are in fear of getting robbed without hearing them lol.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi An0therAlien, Thanks for sharing your experience. We are thrilled to know that you like the noise canceling feature of your new Sony WH1000XM5 headphones. When you are in public places, you can turn on the Ambient Sound Mode feature so you can hear the ambient sound of your surroundings while enjoying music. Thank you for choosing Sony! Vincent
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Really good just a bit pricy
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great headphones, sound quality overall is great, ambient noise is good just you need to lower music volume, the touchpad on the right headphone is my favorite feature, one complain i have is that the ear foam is not thick enough but overall if you have spare money i would definitely recommend these.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi PedroR, Great choice! We are glad to hear that you are enjoying your new WH-1000XM5 headphones! These lightweight headphones are beautifully finished in newly developed soft fit leather. This material fits snugly around the head with less pressure on the ears while keeping out external sounds. Our noiseless design with stepless slider, seamless swivel and hanger, and silent joints, makes WH-1000XM5 a pleasure to wear. Thank you for choosing Sony! -Carl
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Best ANC of all headphones
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Definitely great set of headphones. Been enjoying sound quality. However out of the box you will need to play with the eq to get the perfect sound for you. Noise cancellation is really great on this compared to my old bose.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Luffy30000, Thank you for sharing your positive experience with your Sony WH1000XM5! We're glad to hear that you're enjoying the great sound quality and noise canceling feature of these headphones. And good to know that you were able to find the perfect sound by adjusting the EQ using the Sony Headphones Connect app. Thanks for choosing Sony! -Sam
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Much better than previous version
||Posted . Owned for 10 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Fantastic! The sound quality and mic quality are outstanding. Kind of bulky compared to the last generation. Wish the hand gestures were somewhat customizable. Pricy but worth it especially if your in an open office floorplan or frequent traveler
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi ChrisM, we're glad you are enjoying your new headphones! Thanks for choosing Sony! ~Earl
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Buy this!!!
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Amazing!!!! Love the noice cancelation and all the other features.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello Good,
Thank you for choosing Sony!
It's wonderful to hear how much you’re enjoying your WH-1000XM5 headphones! The powerful noise cancellation and extensive features are designed to elevate every listening moment, so it’s great to know they’re making a real difference for you. Thank you for sharing your experience!
Best regards,
-Fred