Customer Ratings & Reviews
- Model:
- WH1000XM5/B
- SKU:
- 10104664
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
to a friend
Best Headphones, Terrible for Gaming.
||Posted . Owned for 4 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Absolutely blown away by the sound quality. These are really top notch, HOWEVER. I originally purchased these for gaming. They do not work for gaming. Playing music, watching shows, making phone calls, using them at night to watch TV to keep noise down its great for all of them. The gestures and touch capabilities are nice as well, you can fast-forward, rewind, pause, and turn volume up and down with touches and swipes. It also has great sound cancellation, You could fire a gun off behind someone wearing these and they wouldn't know, heck might be able to use these at the range. Hooking them up to a PC the microphone would not let these babies utilize their full potential, sounds like being on walkie-talkies, and i could not figure out how to deactivate it for just output no inputs. I purchased the LG Lightspeed Pro X2 for gaming now. I will also disclose that i bought these on sale for 299.99 which helped a lot. Knowing what i know now, i would not spend the 400 on these as they did not perform the task i'd bought them for originally. Get em on sale if you can, great for an audiophile.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello WiliamK, thanks so much for the thoughtful review. We're thrilled to hear you're enjoying the WH1000XM5 exceptional sound quality, noise cancellation and smart touch controls. We also understand your frustration regarding gaming use. While the XM5 excels in music, entertainment, and daily communication, its Bluetooth audio profile optimized more for media playback than low-latency gaming performance or specialized mic input on certain PCs. For gamers, especially those looking for ultra-low latency, we do have other products on market like the Sony INZONE Gaming headsets. Thank you for choosing Sony this time! Best regards, -Jenn.
Cant go wrong with these
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Had a pair of the m4s and these hold up. Headphones sound great. The noise cancelation is really good. Love bringing these as my travel headphones for flights. Just be sure to learn the touch controls or ypull change the settings without know it.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi QuintonH,
We are elated to hear that your transition from the XM4s to the WH-1000XM5 has been such a success! It is great to know that the noise cancellation and sound quality are making your flights more enjoyable, and we appreciate the helpful tip for others regarding the touch controls.
Thank you for making Sony part of your daily listening.
Regards,
Dominick
Elite, Best of the Best
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Love these! Work like a charm. Great app, connect well, awesome quality, noise cancellation is out of this world. Gotten a few other types of headphones after these but none compare.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi YusraH,
It's a true pleasure to hear that your WH-1000XM5 headphones have become the gold standard for your listening experience.
Knowing that you’ve tried other options only to find that nothing compares to the stunning noise cancellation and seamless connectivity of our headphones is the ultimate compliment. We’ve put a tremendous amount of effort into ensuring our app and hardware work in perfect harmony to provide a flawless, premium experience, and it is wonderful to see that effort reflected in your daily use.
We really appreciate you being part of the Sony family and choosing us for your audio needs.
Best regards,
Dominick
Amazing
||Posted . Owned for 7 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Amazing headphones, great bass, great voice, amazing noise cancellation, really long battery
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi MichaelK,
Very nice! We're glad to hear that you like the bass and noise canceling of the headphones. Thank you for choosing Sony!
-David
Great headphones!
||Posted . Owned for 1.5 years when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great headphones! Great battery life and awesome sounding from these headphones.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi CALAN,
Thanks for the wonderful 5-star review! It is most rewarding to hear that the great battery life and awesome sound quality are standing out for you. Our engineers work hard to deliver an exceptional listening experience, and your feedback lets us know we're succeeding.
We appreciate you choosing Sony and hope you continue to enjoy your headphones!
Best regards,
Dominick
Best headphones by a long shot.
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The Sony XM 5 are my favorite over the ear headphones. I have the Apple AirPods Max as well, but Sony has out done themselves with the xm5s. The sound is amazing especially after you figure out the app. I thought it would be more difficult, but you can change all the eq settings which is great. You can also set settings depending on your location too. And don't forget about the hands down best noise cancellation. Don’t let people say oh the hinges break so easy. Remember these are headphones meant for quality audio, not rugged use. They are so light you barely feel them. Sony has won me over with these.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi JasonD, Great! We're glad 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
Sony headphones
||Posted . Owned for 6 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great sound. Noise cancellation is good. Effective on planes. Slightly large feeling but decently lightweight. Price is worth it little high but overall good quality and presentation.
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Posted .Hi Thomas, Awesome! We are so glad to hear that you are happy with 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
They added some nice touches
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I bought the XM4's a few years ago and the XM5's have improved since then. They're more comfortable and slightly lighter than the previous model and it dominates the ANC microphones
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi jaydiamond,
Thank you for reaching out to us today! We're always happy to hear from you. We're glad to hear that you like the comfortable design and ANC of your new Sony 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. Thank you again for choosing Sony and your continued support is greatly appreciated.
-David
Stunning audio quality and great ease of use!
|Posted . Owned for 9 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.After doing research for weeks on an ideal pair of headphones to use for music, I was drawn to the Sony XM5's for their ease of use, fantastic audio quality and comfortable design. Months later, I'm still extremely satisfied with my purchase and feel like I could not have done better if I had gone for the Airpods Max (even though I have an iPhone to sync them to). Syncing with my phone was still super simple and the app that Sony uses for their XM5's is very easy to use and has tons of different options for adjusting your audio experience. Highly recommend and I feel like theres no better pair in this price range, whether you're a casual listener or an audiophile.
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Posted .Hi Shawn, we're glad you are enjoying our industry-leading noise canceling 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! ~Earl
A Sony Headphone Must Have
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I went in to purchase a Bose headset but the attendant who assisted me gave me a demo of both the Bose and the Sony headsets. He was knowledgeable about both products and, in the end, I was sold on the Sony. I think I got the best deal. The sound is awesome and just what I wanted.
I would recommend this to a friendSuper headphones
||Posted . Owned for 4 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Amazing set of headphones. Lightweight, comfortable, and sound quality is just amazing.
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Posted .Hi Benram,
Perfect! We're glad that you like the design, comfort, and sound quality of the headphones. Thank you for choosing Sony!
-Ralph
Amazing Sound
||Posted . Owned for 8 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Sony headphones changed the game for me! Amazing sound and ultimate comfort. I use these headphones everyday! They charge fast and the battery lasts a long time.
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Posted .Hi SusanC, Great! We're glad that you like the sound quality, comfort, and battery life. 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 - WH1000XM5 Wireless Noise-Canceling
||Posted . Owned for 4 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.With noise-cancellation technology, these headphones provide an exceptional listening experience. The lightweight construction and adjustable fit make these headphones ideal for extended use.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi TelinaA, We're glad that you like the noise canceling function and audio quality. 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
Great noise cancellation, great battery
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I’ve had them for just under a month and they are fantastic. Noice cancellation is really good. I’ve only had to charge them about twice since getting them and they are very comfortable
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi NoahW, 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
Great headset, I recommend getting it on sale
||Posted . Owned for 8 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.A great headphone, I give it 4 out of 5 because its overpriced - I think for value and price to performance, xm4 is MUCH BETTER. But if you find xm5 on sale, grab it. Great sound quality, ease of use, the sony app is amazing but unfortunately its only on mobile phones and not on pc but the settings are easy to set and the headphones will remember it when you connect to other devices. Also connecting to devices is very easy,
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Posted .Hi NChowdhury, Awesome! We are so glad to hear that you are happy with your new headphones! Thank you for choosing Sony! -Carl
A solid 8/10 performance
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.•• Unboxing experience was a little underwhelming - cheap feeling - but huzzah for using recycled materials which is more important •• Carrying case and pocket for cables are well done and appreciated •• Headphones unfortunately turn the wrong dorection when you take them off your head and rest them on your shoulders, which is more a bummer than an actual problem •• these headphones are light and (to me) more comfortable than the WHRF400, which I replaced with this M5 •• Home use: fantastic, no complaints •• Use on the airplane: for some reason the noise cancelling cuts in and out, you can hear ambient noise in the cabin when watching movies or listening to music, not great •• the most important part, SOUND QUALITY: 8/10 for me. Solid highs, solid mids, solid bass. The issue for me is that it’s just not “great”. Overall, I’d recommend buying if on sale. Happy listening, friends.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi there, Thank you so much for your honest review! 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
Great headphones
||Posted . Owned for 3 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great headphones! They are super comfy, I can wear them for many hours and they don't hurt my ears. The quality is good and the sound even better, total sound cancellation. And the battery life is really good
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Posted .Wonderful, JonathanP! We're glad that you are happy with your new Sony headphones. Make sure to keep your device's firmware up to date to enjoy all its features. Thanks for choosing Sony! -Craig
Great Headphones
||Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The headphones are simple to setup and really, really do offer amazing noise canceling. I get hours and hours of use between charges.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello AlfredW,
Thank you for choosing Sony!
We're honored to hear that you're enjoying your WH-1000XM5 headphones! It's fantastic to know that the setup was simple and that you're experiencing the amazing noise cancellation and long-lasting battery life. We're always working to create products that enhance your listening experience, and your feedback lets us know we're on the right track.
Best regards,
-Fred
Highly recommend
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.First pair of Samsung headphones and I’m glad these were my first! The sound quality is crisp and makes listening to music an experience. Compared to my other headphones these blew them out the park enabling my ears to hear instruments or noises I haven’t heard in songs I listen to on a daily.
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Posted .Hi IraO,
We are excited to hear you chose the WH-1000XM5 headphones and that they have blown your previous headphones out of the park! It's fantastic that you are experiencing the crisp sound quality and hearing new instrumental details, which is exactly what our newly developed 30mm driver and LDAC codec support are designed to deliver.
Thanks for choosing Sony.
Best regards, Eliab
Sony noise canceling heaphones
||Posted . Owned for 3 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Amazing amazing headphones. Great sound quality and amazing noise cancelation. The battery is good and they are super comfortable. One of the best purchases I've made.
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Posted .Hi ShaiY, Thank you for your perfect star rating! We're happy to hear that you like the sound quality, noise canceling, battery life, nd comfort. 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