Editorial Review
Sony WH-1000XM5 Review: The King of ANC
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HeadsetAtlas Teamwireless
Sony continues to dominate the wireless headphone market. Are the XM5s worth the upgrade?
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Sony WH-1000XM5 Wireless Noise Canceling Headphones
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4.8(12450 reviews)
Industry leading noise cancellation with two processors and eight microphones.
The Benchmark for Wireless Audio
The Sony WH-1000XM5 headphones are a complete redesign from the XM4s, featuring a more streamlined look, better noise cancellation, and improved call quality.
Design and Comfort
The new design is lighter and features a step-less slider. However, they no longer fold down compactly, which might be a downside for frequent travelers.
Sound Quality
Sony has refined the audio profile, making the bass less overwhelming and opening up the mids and highs. They sound fantastic out of the box, and the EQ is fully customizable via the app.
Verdict: If you need the best noise cancellation on the market, the XM5 is the clear choice.