Customer Ratings & Reviews
- Model:
- WH1000XM5/B
- SKU:
- 10210468
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
Dan Headphones
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.My husband absolutely loves them. Uses them all the time
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Posted .Hi PatCollins,
It brings us great satisfaction to hear that your husband is enjoying his new headphones and using them all the time!
We are glad he is experiencing the benefit of the two processors controlling eight microphones, which work together to deliver unprecedented noise cancellation and exceptional call quality. It is also wonderful to know he is enjoying the awe-inspiring audio quality made possible by the newly developed driver, DSEE Extreme™, and Hi-Res audio support.
Thank you for trusting Sony.
Best regards,
Dominick
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Great purchase if you have the extra chedda
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These are definitely a luxury headphone for when you’re looking for that smooth audio and features. Not a big fan of the material it’s made of due to it feeling a bit flimsy and less solid then other headphones.
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Posted .Hi KaydenS, We appreciate your feedback and we are glad that you like the audio and features 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
Pretty neat sound
||Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Really responsive. Amazing sound. Walked down a busy street during rush hour. All I heard was my music. I am worried about the material in regards to the cushion. Sweating while walking can damage them so try and keep them dry. Works great with my galaxy. Download the app to utilize the headphones full potential.
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Posted .Hi RayRay, Thank you for the 5-star rating! We're glad you like the amazing sound quality, responsiveness, industry-leading noise cancelation, works great with your smartphone, and the Sony Headphones Connect App that lets you customize the sound levels to suit your music. We also appreciate your feedback regarding the quality of the material of the ear cushion. And yes, please make sure to keep them dry after use to avoid damage.
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
Loves it
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I bought this for my son as a replacement of his Beats solo3. He was going to get another beats but tried the Sony and loved it. He uses it everyday for whether he is training, working out or doing schoolwork.
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Posted .Hi Gonzalez25, Amazing! 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
I recommend.
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great headphones. - Noise cancelling is about the same as the MX3's - blueooth pairs and switching to devices is totally worth the buy. It connected to devices fast. - build quality and style is also much better than MX3's I recommend.
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Posted .Hi PeterT, 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
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Mikemike
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I absolutely love the noise canceling and the sound is amazing and I love the color choices. I got the blue to match my smart watch and phone. So far easy to operate but still learning
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Posted .Hi JayD, We are thrilled to hear that you absolutely love the noise canceling and the sound quality of your Sony WH1000XM5 wireless noise canceling headphones. Thank you for choosing Sony! Vincent
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Simply the best!
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Amazing all around! I use them regularly for my flights. Super easy to pair with my phone and the sound quality is top notch. Shut out the outside world with these world class, noise canceling over the ear headphones by Sony!
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Posted .Hi Dustin,
That's great! 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 sound quality and industry leading noise canceling of the 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 for choosing Sony!
-David
- Pros mentioned:Comfort
Good headphones
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Very nice headphones. Comfortable and easy to use. Automatically detects if it’s around ear.
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Posted .Hi JasonP, Thank you for your feedback on the WH-1000XM5 headphones! We're glad to hear that you are enjoying the sound quality of your new headphones. Thank you for choosing Sony! -Carl
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Best headphones ever!
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I used to go to the gym with very low quality headphones. Now that I was able to purchase this high quality Sony headphones I won’t go back. The people at the store were very helpful.
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Posted .Hi Peruano, That's awesome! We are thrilled to hear that your Sony WH1000XM5 wireless noise canceling headphones are the best for you. You chose the best brand this time. Thank you for your purchase. Enjoy your music! Vincent
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Almost perfect!
||Posted . Owned for 1.5 years when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great audio quality, fantastic noise cancelling, transparency is mediocre, and the ear cups are too shallow, so a bit uncomfortable.
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Posted .Hi GaijinBuu,
Thank you for your feedback on the WH-1000XM5 headphones! We're glad to hear you’re enjoying the audio quality and noise cancellation. We’ve noted your comments, and we appreciate you sharing these insights. Your input helps us continue to improve our products and user experience.
However here are some tips to make wearing your headphones more comfortable: https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/wh1000xm5/v1/en/contents/TP1000539062.html?search=discomfort
If you need further assistance or have additional concerns, may we contact you directly? If so, please email the following information to socialsupport@am.sony.com. Apologies if you've already shared this information with customer service — we just want to ensure we have your most accurate details: Full Name: Username: Telephone Number: Additional Information regarding your experience with the . Thank you for choosing Sony! Regards, Maria
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Superb Headphones
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I use these mostly with my phone because my hearing isn't very good. They work really well and I have been complimented on the sound clarity. Music sounds great, too. The app has an incredible level of detail concerning things you can adjust with the app.
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Posted .Hi BillB, Awesome! We are so glad to hear that you are happy with your purchase! 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
Beyond Amazing Sound
||Posted . Owned for 3 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Best headphones I have ever owned. Will never go back to subpar headphones ever again. The sound quality is immaculate. I highly suggest listening to any John Williams music at full volume with your eyes closed. It's so immersive. I've got 10+ ear piercings and these don't bother any of them!
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Posted .That's fantastic, Ginny! We are so happy that you are satisfied with the incredible sound quality and superb performance of your new WH-1000XM5.
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 so much for the 5-star review and for choosing Sony!
- Romeo
- Pros mentioned:Battery life
If you don’t know now you know .
||Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I love the purchase and I love that I can also use the headphones as gaming headphones for PS5. Battery life is amazing w/ iPhone , and live that app that helps the headphones go into different sound quality modes.
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Posted .Hi Japan2brklyn,
Thank you for reaching out to us today! We're always happy to hear from you. We're glad to hear that you love the battery life and sound quality of the headphones for your gaming experience. 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 for choosing Sony!
-David
- Pros mentioned:Battery life
Great Product
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Best headphones ever made by Sony, great value. Battery works for more time than expected.
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Posted .Hi Reinaldo, Awesome! We are so glad to hear that you are happy with your new headphones! Thank you for choosing Sony! -Carl
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
great headphones
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.great comfort, sound quality and simple BT pairing.
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Posted .Hi PaulS, 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
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Great product
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Work really well ! Great sound , great everything!
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Posted .Hi NicoleJ, thanks for the 5-star rating! We're happy to hear that you are enjoying our industry-leading noise cancelling WH-1000XM5 headphones. They have been engineered to perfection to deliver magnificent sound and comfort. We hope you continue liking our product, thank you for choosing Sony. Regards, -Dominick
Amazing headphones
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Amazing headphones, use them for work and I also use them for the gym.
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Posted .Thank you for the amazing review, ErickR!
We are so glad to hear that your WH-1000XM5 headphones are performing so well for you in two very different environments! It’s great to know they help you stay focused during work hours and keep you motivated at the gym.
We designed these with a lightweight frame and industry-leading noise cancellation to be versatile enough for any setting, and we're thrilled to hear they are keeping up with your lifestyle. Thank you for choosing Sony!
Best regards, Gus, Sony Social Media Team
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Yuh
||Posted . Owned for 3 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Absolute bangers, dropped them like 500 times still sound great. Only problem is they produce a bit of static from time to time but what do you expect from the worlds biggest drop challenge. Would buy again
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Posted .Hi Milo, Awesome! 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
ANC strength option needs to be added in update
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.After 3+ weeks with the XM5's, it would seem like the Noise Cancelling has a *"high"* and a *normal* mode based on the Noise cancelling auto optimizer **(not talking about adaptive sound control)**. The *normal* mode is what it sounds like most of the time. The *"high"* mode only seems to come on when the outside volume passes over a certain threshold. Try this. Get the xm5s and put them on and take note of what you can hear in the normal mode. Then, play some loud sound or put your head right up against running water or something loud and continuous. You'll notice the sound profile changes and the outside noise is reduced even further. You might even feel pressure on your ears/ that plugged up feeling. I really don't like not having full control over the ANC. I'd wish that the software team could give us more settings to control how strong we want the ANC to be at any given moment in addition to what we already have.
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Posted .Hi Colby,
Thank you and we appreciate your feedback. 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 for choosing Sony!
Regards,
David
Great Quality
||Posted . Owned for more than 2 years when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I love these headphones! The touch features are really cool, and the controls are smooth.
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Posted .HI MariaC,
That's great to hear! We are thrilled you love your WH-1000XM5 headphones and are enjoying the cool and smooth experience of the touch controls. We designed them for an intuitive and premium listening experience!
Thanks for choosing Sony.
Best regards, Eliab