Customer Ratings & Reviews
- Model:
- WH1000XM5/P
- SKU:
- 11920642
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, frequently praising its comfort, impressive battery life, and lightweight design. While many also appreciate its good bass, snug fit, and decent active noise cancellation, some concerns have been raised. These concerns primarily revolve around its portability, price, occasional connectivity issues, and a desire for louder volume and water resistance.
This summary was generated by AI based on customer reviews.
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Great Headphones
|Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.[Employee of bestbuy] I’ve never had such high quality headphones! I definitely recommend these to everyone!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello EthanR,
That's awesome! We're glad that you are pleased with the performance and quality of our Sony WH1000XM5 Wireless Noise-Canceling Over-the-Ear Headphones. Enjoy listening to your favorite content without any distractions. The WH1000XM5 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. Thank you for your recommendation and for choosing Sony! - Marco
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Spectactular
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Sound quality is absolutely amazing. The best headphones I’ve ever owned, and a clear inprovement on the XM4s.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi MJReviews,
You made the right choice upgrading to the Sony WH-1000XM5! We're glad that you are enjoying the sound quality 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!
-Ralph
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Beats Apple
||Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great sound quality. Noise cancel is effective using on planes.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Ed3257, Thank you for the 5-star rating! We're very happy to hear it works great so far on canceling the background noise when using on planes and you like the amazing sound quality and features of your WH-1000XM5 headphones. Thank you for choosing Sony! -Jess
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Excellent buy! Fully recommended.
||Posted . Owned for 8 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Top-notch quality and sound! 10/10 recommended! I've been using them for nine months and have no complaints!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi usmankayy, Awesome! We're glad that you are enjoying the sound and overall 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
Mid
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Overall sounds great doesnt get to loud and base sounds great at high volumes. I just wasn’t expecting the build quality to feel cheap and light.
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Dilldog, Awesome! We're glad that you are enjoying the sound quality of your headphones. We regret if the build quality did not meet your expectations. For sound related issue, please try the following:
Turn down the volume of the connected device if it is too loud.
When playing music, if the headset and the transmitting Bluetooth device are connected via an HFP or HSP Bluetooth connection, switch the Bluetooth connection to A2DP with the connected device.
Some devices that emit ultrasonic sound waves designed to repel rodents may occasionally be installed at the entrances of commercial facilities or subway stations. Near such devices, the ultrasonic sound waves may cause noise or unusual sound to be heard from the headset. Leave the place where the noise or unusual sound is heard. Or turn off the noise canceling function/Ambient Sound Mode from the “Sony | Headphones Connect” app.
When using a video calling application on a computer, switch the Bluetooth connection to HFP or HSP with the computer.
During a video call, sound quality may become low due to the conditions of the communication line.
If the headset connects to the previously connected Bluetooth device, the headset may only establish the HFP/HSP Bluetooth connection when it is turned on. Use the connected device to connect via an A2DP Bluetooth connection.
For more details, please check here:
https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/wh1000xm5/v1/en/contents/TP1000534519.html
If this does not help, please email us at socialsupport@am.sony.com with the following details:
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Sincerely, Erin
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Perfect headset
|Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.[Employee of bestbuy] Really pretty , good quality. Sound is great . Easy connection for any device
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi an4564, Amazing! We're glad that you like the sound quality and ease of connection. 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
- Cons mentioned:Volume
My first Sony headphones and my last
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.If you’re determined to buy these headphones, keep in mind that you will need the app. The app that takes forever to connect to the headphones. The app that does not always work when it does connect. Want your calls randomly cutoff? Buy! Want music to play randomly even when you have the setting on to pause when headphones are removed? Buy! Want to have to reset the volume every time you take a call or listen to music? Buy!!
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Jaila19,
Thank you for the review and we are so sorry to hear about your experience. This is not the news we want to hear. To isolate and resolve the issue, reset the headphones to factory default settings and try again. Here's the link on how to.
https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/wh1000xm5/v1/en/contents/TP1000541013.html
We also recommend updating the software of your headphones using the Sony headphones connect app. A firmware update improves the functionality and features of your device. It can provide fixes to any performance issues that may occur.
https://www.sony.com/electronics/support/wireless-headphones-bluetooth-headphones/wh-1000xm5/software/00278246
For us to better assist you, please email us at socialsupport@am.sony.com with the following details:
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-David
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Excellent Headphones!!
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Excellent, clear, powerful headphones! Their noise-canceling technology is the best I have experienced!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Sandra, We are glad to hear that your new Sony WH1000XM5 wireless headphones are the best you have experienced. Thank you for your purchase. Enjoy! Vincent
- Pros mentioned:Comfort
HIGHLY RECOMMEND
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These are by far the best headphones I've ever put on my head and I love the custom equalizer they have
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi CarsonT,
That's very nice to hear! We're glad that you love the equalizer 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. We appreciate the recommendation and thank you for choosing Sony!
-David
- Pros mentioned:Battery life
Great headphones
||Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Amazing headphones, music is a completely different experience with them and battery life lasts amazing.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi JennP, Great! We're delighted to hear that you like the sound quality and battery life. Thank you for choosing Sony. Erin
Great product
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.My nephew loved his birthday gift. He says they have a good grip.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Griz,
That's lovely to hear! We're happy your nephew is enjoying his new WH-1000XM5 headphones and finds the fit so comfortable.
Thanks for choosing Sony.
Best regards, Eliab
Home run
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I have no problem with this device, it actually, is, it performs very well for it, to be the previous generation
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Game,
We're so glad you're enjoying your WH-1000XM5 headphones. We're proud of the quality we put into every generation of our products, and it's great to know that your experience reflects that. Thanks for choosing Sony.
Best regards,
Eliab
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Best headphones!
||Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great quality and sound for a good price you get what you pay for.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .i JamesG We're glad that you like the sound and overall quality. Thank you for choosing Sony. Erin
Good product
||Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Good product and nice design for my daughter. Highly recommended
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Mzct, We're glad that you like the design and quality. We appreciate your feedback and thank you for choosing Sony. Erin
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Sony Headphones Review
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Nice quality, definitely worth it if you are wanting some nice headphones.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Spacey, thank you for the kind words and we’re glad you like the WH1000XM5. Thank you for choosing Sony! Regards, Erin
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Great but expensive
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Fantastic headphones with great sound and noise cancellation. Very expensive though.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Mike, We are glad that you like the sound quality and noise canceling feature of your Sony wireless headphones. Thank you for choosing Sony! Vincent
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Sony XM5
||Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Product is great I love it. SOund Quality is Amazing
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Varun, we're glad you love the sound quality of our product. Thanks for choosing Sony! ~Earl
Quiet
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Christmas gift for my son and he loves them Only challenge on my end is if you don't switch on the outside sound, the headphones are truly quiet and you won't hear any outside noise, including your parents yelling for you to come down to dinner......
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi KeyPro,
Thank you so much for the 5 stars! It sounds like the WH1000XM5 headphones were the perfect Christmas gift for your son! With that top-notch noise-canceling, it’s no surprise he’s fully immersed—but we understand how it might make dinner time a challenge! Thank you for choosing Sony! -Maria
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
From XM3, nice upgrade
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Solid upgrade from the XM3 and still maintained my favorite features for long haul travel.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi GioA,
You made the right choice upgrading to the Sony WH1000XM5! We're thrilled that these headphones are perfect for your travels. Thank you for choosing Sony!
-Ralph
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Sony WH-1000 XM5
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Bought for my nephew for Christmas he loves them. Had Beats before and likes these better.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi CDUBS,
That's great! We're glad to hear that your nephew loves the Son headphones. We appreciate the 5-star rating and thank you for choosing Sony!
-David