Sennheiser MOMENTUM M5AEBT
Sennheiser
96 Overall Score
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Sony WH-1000XM5
Sony
94 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Sennheiser MOMENTUM M5AEBT
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Sony WH-1000XM5
77 out of 100 high confidence 51 reviews
The Sony WH-1000XM5 receives strong praise for its excellent sound quality, top-tier noise cancellation, and long battery life. Users find it very comfortable for extended wear, though some report durability concerns with the hinge and connectivity issues. The headphones are highly recommended for travel, gaming, and studying, but the price is considered high and the app can be frustrating.
Pros
- Excellent noise cancellation
- Great sound quality
- Long battery life
- Comfortable for extended wear
- Fast charging
Cons
- Fragile hinge prone to breakage
- Expensive price point
- Connectivity issues
- Bulky carrying case
- Mediocre microphone for noisy environments
Noise cancellation 26
Sound quality 21
Comfort 15
Battery life 12
Build quality 8
Price 7
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Specifications
| Sennheiser MOMENTUM M5AEBT | Sony WH-1000XM5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.29 kg | 0.25 kg★ |
| Ear Cushion | — | soft fit leather |
| Headband | — | metal |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 42 mm★ | 30 mm |
| Drivers | — | 1★ |
| Freq Min | — | 4 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | — | 40 kHz★ |
| Impedance | — | 48 Ω |
| Sensitivity | — | 102 dB★ |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | AAC, aptX Adaptive | LDAC |
| Surround | — | Sony WH-1000XM5 Noise Canceling Wireless Headphones - 30hr Battery Life - Over-Ear Style - Optimized for Alexa and Google Assistant - Built-in mic for Calls - Silver International Version | Sony WH-10 |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | hybrid adaptive | adaptive |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.4★ | 5.2 |
| Profiles | — | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP |
| Multipoint | — | ✓★ |
| Wired Connector | USB-C | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cable Length | — | 1.2000000476837158 m |
| Range | — | 10 m★ |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 57 hrs★ | 30 hrs |
| Charge Time | — | 3 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | fast charge for a quick top-up | 3 min charge for 3 hours of playback |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 8 | 8 |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | ✗ |
| Detachable Mic | ✗ | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Siri, Google Assistant | Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa |
| Touch Controls | ✓ | ✓ |
| App | Sennheiser Smart Control | Sony Headphones Connect |
| Volume Limiting | — | ✗ |
| Gaming Mode | ✓★ | ✗ |
Pros & Cons
Sennheiser MOMENTUM M5AEBT
- Strong social proof (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong mic (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong anc (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong connectivity (97th percentile)97th %ile
Sony WH-1000XM5
- Strong connectivity (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong mic (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong anc (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong sound (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Below average user sentiment (30th percentile)
Verdict
Winner: Sennheiser MOMENTUM M5AEBT
Scores 96 overall, wins 1 of 7 usage categories and 4 of 41 specs.