Sony WH-1000XM5 CRT2SNWH1000XM5S
Sony
67 Overall Score
vs
Beyerdynamic Aventho 1001609
Beyerdynamic
87 Overall Score
Scores
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Studio
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Specifications
| Sony WH-1000XM5 CRT2SNWH1000XM5S | Beyerdynamic Aventho 1001609 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | on-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.45 kg | 0.22 kg★ |
| Ear Cushion | Leather | replaceable ear pads |
| Headband | Leather | aluminum and durable textiles |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | — | 45 mm★ |
| Drivers | 8★ | 1 |
| Freq Min | — | 20 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | — | 22 kHz★ |
| Impedance | 48 Ω | 48 Ω |
| Hi-Res Audio | — | ✓★ |
| Codecs | Crystal Clear Hands-free Calling, Lightweight, Multipoint Connection, Redesigned Collapsible Case, Up to 30 Hours of Playback with ANC On | AAC, aptX, aptX Adaptive, aptX LL, SBC |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | adaptive | Adaptive |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.2 | 5.4★ |
| Profiles | — | AVDTP 1.3, HFP 1.9, GAVDP 1.3, SPP 1.2, A2DP 1.4, AVRCP 1.6 |
| Multipoint | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Range | — | 15 m★ |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 30 hrs | 40 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | — | 1.5 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | 3 hours' worth of charge after just 3 minutes | 15 Minutes for 15 Hours |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Capacity | — | 630 mAh★ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 8★ | 2 |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boom Mic | — | ✗ |
| Detachable Mic | — | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Voice Control | Google Fast Pair |
| Touch Controls | ✓★ | ✗ |
| App | — | beyerdynamic app |
| Volume Limiting | — | ✗ |
| Gaming Mode | — | ✗ |
Pros & Cons
Sony WH-1000XM5 CRT2SNWH1000XM5S
- Strong mic (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong anc (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong connectivity (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong battery (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Below average comfort (13th percentile)13th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (21st percentile)
Beyerdynamic Aventho 1001609
- Strong sound (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong anc (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong connectivity (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong build (96th percentile)96th %ile
Pricing
Sony WH-1000XM5 CRT2SNWH1000XM5S
Beyerdynamic Aventho 1001609
Verdict
Winner: Beyerdynamic Aventho 1001609
Scores 87 overall, wins 6 of 7 usage categories and 10 of 39 specs.
