Sony WF-1000XM5
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What Buyers Say
Sony WF-1000XM5
The Sony WF-1000XM5 earbuds receive mixed feedback. Many users praise the excellent sound quality, effective noise cancellation, and comfortable fit, making them great for travel and workouts. However, a significant number of complaints focus on Bluetooth connectivity issues, poor ANC compared to previous models, and fit problems that cause discomfort or earbuds falling out. Battery life and case charging also draw criticism, with some users experiencing defects. Overall, while the audio performance is often lauded, reliability and fit concerns prevent a higher rating.
Pros
- Excellent sound quality
- Effective noise cancellation
- Comfortable fit
- Great battery life
- Customizable app
Cons
- Bluetooth connectivity issues
- Poor ANC compared to previous models
- Fit problems causing discomfort
- Earbuds fall out easily
- Case battery drains quickly
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These earbuds receive mixed feedback, with many praising their comfort for sleeping and long battery life, but some report severe discomfort and charging issues. The sound quality is generally good, though a few users find the fit painful or the alert beep too loud. Overall, they offer good value for the price but have notable drawbacks.
Pros
- Long battery life
- Comfortable for sleeping
- Good sound quality
- Secure fit
- Discreet design
Cons
- Uncomfortable for some users
- Charging issues reported
- Loud alert beep
- Buttons too easy to press accidentally
- Difficult to remove from ears
Scores
Specifications
| Sony WF-1000XM5 | Piluyaa M51-OFF WHITE | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | true wireless |
| Ear Tips | XS, S, M, L | s |
| Weight | 0.01 kg★ | 0.05 kg |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 8.399999618530273 mm | 10 mm★ |
| Drivers | 1★ | — |
| Freq Min | 20 Hz★ | — |
| Freq Max | 40 kHz★ | — |
| Impedance | 16 Ω | 16 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 102 dB★ | — |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓★ | — |
| Codecs | AAC, LC3, LDAC, SBC | SBC, AAC |
| Surround | Dolby Atmos | — |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | adaptive | — |
| Transparency | ✓★ | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.4★ |
| Profiles | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP | — |
| Multipoint | ✓★ | — |
| Wired Connector | USB Type C | Bluetooth |
| Range | 10 m★ | — |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 8 hrs★ | 6 hrs |
| Charge Time | 2 hrs | 1.5 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | 3 Minutes for 1 Hour | Type - C fast charging |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 24 hrs | 58 hrs★ |
| Case Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Wireless Charging | ✓ | ✓ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 6★ | 2 |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa | voice assistant |
| Touch Controls | ✓ | ✓ |
| App | Sony Headphone Connect App | — |
| Volume Limiting | ✗ | — |
| Gaming Mode | ✓★ | — |
| Bone Conduction | ✗ | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | IPX4 | — |
Pros & Cons
Sony WF-1000XM5
- Strong connectivity (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong sound (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong mic (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong anc (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (12th percentile)12th %ile
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- Strong battery (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong mic (82nd percentile)82nd %ile
- Strong connectivity (82nd percentile)82nd %ile
- Strong sound (76th percentile)
- Below average user sentiment (21st percentile)
- Below average build (34th percentile)
Pricing
Sony WF-1000XM5
No current pricing available
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Verdict
Scores 88 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 12 of 40 specs.
