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Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars with 6411 reviews

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  • 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

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92%would recommend to a friend

Customers are saying

Customers frequently mention the exceptional sound quality, comfort, and impressive battery life as major strengths of the product. They also appreciate its lightweight design and effective active noise cancellation. However, some customers note concerns regarding its portability, price, and occasional connectivity issues.

This summary was generated by AI based on customer reviews.

The vast majority of our reviews come from verified purchases. Reviews from customers may include My Best Buy members, employees, and Tech Insider Network members (as tagged). Select reviewers may receive discounted products, promotional considerations or entries into drawings for honest, helpful reviews.
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  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Good for dorms

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Comfy, good fit and work well to reduce the noise in the dorm

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Goodandfitsmyneeds, Thanks for sharing your experience. We are glad that the noise canceling feature of your new Sony WH1000XM5 works well in your dorm. Thank you for your purchase. Enjoy! Vincent Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great headset

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The sound quality is good I switched from the Beats Studio 3 . Better feel quality and built more durable not so plastic.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi JonathanC, Great! We're glad that you like the sound quality of 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_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Review

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    Posted . Owned for 5 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Very light and fit well. Would recommend to a friend

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Yessirski, Great! We're glad that you like the light-weight design and fits well. Thank you for choosing Sony. Erin Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Skeptical

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    Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I was skeptical especially on spending so much money but its worth it. I love them and use them 24/7

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Soymonira,

      You made the right choice! 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!

      -Ralph Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Amazing Return Policy

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This color is sick but I had to return it because my girlfriend wanted the beige colored ones

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi JONNY, thanks for choosing and purchasing our product. Hope your girlfriend will enjoy her new headphones once you get the right color variant that she wants. 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 Sony_US

  • Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Sony doesn't honor the warranty

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Left side swivel joint plastic cracked after 6 months. Sony refuses to cover them under warranty because it "Doesn't cover Physical, Cosmetic, or Water Damage". Even if the physical damage is a design defect.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi HUCk, We are sorry to hear that the left swivel joint plastic cracked after 6 months. This is definitely not the experience we'd like you to have. Sony takes into consideration all feedback to improve the performance and quality of our products and services. We're always looking to make Sony better.

      With that said, may we also contact you to help and get more information? If so, please email the below information to socialsupport@am.sony.com.

      Apologies if you disclosed some of this information in your review and to customer service, we just want to ensure that we have your accurate details at the time of communication.

      Full Name:
      BBY Username:
      Telephone Number:
      Case Number:
      Additional Information regarding your experience with the XM5

      We are sorry for the inconvenience and hope to speak to you to resolve this matter.

      Sincerely,
      Erin Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Not confortable

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great sound,just good canceling noise(earbugs 1000xm4 are better),but...the worse,not confortable at all,sorry if your expectation were others...

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Miguel,

      Thank you for your review. While we are glad that you like the superb sound quality of our WH-1000XM5, we are really sorry if you find these headphones uncomfortable to wear. The WH-1000XM5 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. You may try adjusting the headband slider so that they cover your ears and have more personalized comfort. For more details, please refer to the following link:
      https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/wh1000xm5/v1/en/contents/TP1000539062.html

      And for the noise canceling, the article below will help improved this feature:
      https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/wh1000xm5/v1/en/contents/TP1000534745.html

      If there's something we can do to help or you need more technical assistance/information with our product, please feel free to contact us and we'll be more than happy to assist you. You may send us an email at socialsupport@am.sony.com with the following:

      Name:
      BestBuy Username:
      Model Number:
      Issue:
      Telephone Number:

      We appreciate you and your input, and thank you so much for choosing Sony.

      Best regards,

      Romeo
      Sony Social Support Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great Headphone!

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Excellent. High quality sound! Fit perfectly with no noise interruption.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi ralphdallas, we're glad you like the sound quality and noise canceling feature of our product! 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! ~Earl Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Sony Headphones

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    Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Love them! Comfortable and lightweight. Best for traveling with its custom case. Also, great noise canceling.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi SurfaceBook3, Awesome! We are so glad to hear that you are happy with your new 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 Sony_US

  • Best Buy Employee

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    very good

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    Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    [Employee of bestbuy] very good product, i liked it a lot and it worked well

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Mason, we're glad you like 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 Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great headphones

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great sound, super light . Was debating between this and the max but I’m glad I chose this ones.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi BlancaH Awesome! We're glad that that you like the 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 Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Very good. The service staff is very warm. I will also choose to buy it here.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi percy, Excellent service! We're also delighted 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 Sony_US

  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Not my fav

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    Posted . Owned for 6 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Not the best, but pretty good. I would not but another pair. Shorty battery and not up to par with so many other really good head sets out there.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi ScottM, thanks for choosing and purchasing our product. We're sorry to hear that you have an issue with the battery of your SONY unit. Please check this link to isolate the issue:

      https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/wh1000xm5/v1/en/contents/TP1000541091.html

      If you require any additional support in regards to this product, please email us at socialsupport@am.sony.com with the following details: Name: Username: Model Number: Issue: Telephone Number:

      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 Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Perfect Christmas

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    My son loved it, he says that it is a step up from the last Gen.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Pjimenez, we're glad your son loves our product. Thanks for choosing Sony! ~Earl Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Headphones

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Love it !! Works fantastic! So glad I bought it! Best headphones ever

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Walt18, Awesome! We're glad that the headphone works fantastic. 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_US

  • Best Buy Employee

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Good sound

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    Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    [Employee of bestbuy] The headphones sound amazing and fit really good oh my head aswell as they fit over my esrs so my ears dont get too hot

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Aydan, Thank you for your review! We are so glad to hear that you are happy with your new 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 Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Highly Recommend

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great comfort and sound blocking - made the switch from Bose QCII to these. Great battery life too!

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi SeanO, 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 Sony_US

  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Not worth upgrade from xm4

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This product is great and I do think they are one of the best headphones, but you would be way better off getting xm4 for really cheap on sale.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Baphomet, thanks for choosing and purchasing our product. 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 Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Perfect for studying!

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    Posted . Owned for 5 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    THE BEST headphones you can get while on the go, studying or jamming out at home!

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Ceci, Fantastic! We're glad that you re satisfied with your purchase. 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_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great headphones

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Amazing noise canceling and great sound quality, the controls on the side are a little confusing though.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi MaddieS, 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_US