Sennheiser MOMENTUM M5AEBT
Sennheiser
93 Overall Score
vs
Sony WH1000XM6B.UC
Sony
17 Overall Score
Scores
Commute
Budget
Music
Gaming
Work
Calls
Studio
Specifications
| Sennheiser MOMENTUM M5AEBT | Sony WH1000XM6B.UC | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | — |
| Open/Closed | closed | — |
| Foldable | ✓★ | — |
| Weight | 0.29 kg | 0.25 kg★ |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | — |
| Driver Size | 42 mm★ | — |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓★ | — |
| Codecs | AAC, aptX Adaptive | — |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓★ | — |
| ANC Type | hybrid adaptive | — |
| Transparency | ✓★ | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓★ | — |
| Bluetooth | 5.4★ | — |
| Wired Connector | USB-C | — |
| Detachable Cable | ✓★ | — |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 57 hrs★ | — |
| Fast Charging | fast charge for a quick top-up | — |
| Charging | USB-C★ | — |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓★ | — |
| Mic Count | 8★ | — |
| NC Mic | ✓★ | — |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | — |
| Detachable Mic | ✗ | — |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Siri, Google Assistant | — |
| Touch Controls | ✓★ | — |
| App | Sennheiser Smart Control | — |
| Gaming Mode | ✓★ | — |
Pros & Cons
Sennheiser MOMENTUM M5AEBT
- Strong mic (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong anc (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong connectivity (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong sound (97th percentile)97th %ile
Sony WH1000XM6B.UC
- Below average connectivity (8th percentile)8th %ile
- Below average social proof (11th percentile)11th %ile
- Below average mic (20th percentile)20th %ile
- Below average sound (25th percentile)
Pricing
Sennheiser MOMENTUM M5AEBT0.233score per dollar
vs
Sony WH1000XM6B.UC0.042score per dollar
Sennheiser MOMENTUM M5AEBT offers 5.5x better value for money
Verdict
Winner: Sennheiser MOMENTUM M5AEBT
Scores 93 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 15 of 27 specs.
