Very good90/100
- Excellent noise-cancelling
- High wearing comfort
- Many setting options in the app
- Spotify Tap
- Bluetooth codec LDAC
- Quite high price
Sony WH-1000XM5SA with soft case
NC, 30 h, Cable, Wirelessfree shipping
Product details
Sony WH-1000XM5SA - premium wireless headphones with unrivalled noise cancelling technology, comfort and style, available in multiple colours to suit your preferred look.
Experience unrivalled noise cancellation, now perfected with four microphones in each ear cup and powerful Integrated Processor V1. Immerse yourself in crystal clear sound thanks to Sony's innovative technologies, including gold-enriched premium materials and optimised circuitry for a pristine signal-to-noise ratio.
Enjoy your favourite songs in High-Resolution Audio and experience an unprecedented listening experience.
Stay connected anytime, anywhere thanks to industry-leading call quality with precise voice pickup technology and advanced wind noise cancellation.
Convenience is paramount with Adaptive Sound Control, Speak-to-Chat and automatic pause when you take off the headphones. Seamlessly connect to multiple devices via Bluetooth and enjoy an impressive battery life of up to 30 hours on the go.
Available in four colours - Black, Silver, Midnight Blue and Smoky Pink - you can go for a classic look or make a statement.
Revitalise your audio experience with the Sony WH-1000XM5SA - where cutting-edge technology meets exceptional comfort and style.
Application range | General, Lifestyle |
Equipment + Functions | Microphones |
Headphone type | Over ear headphones |
Signal transmission | Cable, Wireless |
Audio Connections | Jack 3.5mm (1x) |
Noise cancelling | NC |
Isolation | Closed |
Item number | 59824328 |
Manufacturer | Sony |
Category | Headphones |
Manufacturer no. | WH1000XM5SAB.CE7 |
Release date | 27.6.2025 |
Sales rank in Category Headphones | 200 of 8355 |
Colour | Black |
Exact colour description | Black |
Operating system compatibility | Android, iOS, iPadOS, Mac OS, Windows |
Application range | General, Lifestyle |
Output | Stereo |
Noise cancelling | NC |
Equipment + Functions | Microphones |
Music control | touchpad remote control, Universal Bluetooth Remote |
Signal transmission | Cable, Wireless |
Button functions | interregnum, Play, Track, Volume Up |
Compatible voice assistants | Alexa, Google Assistant |
Headphone type | Over ear headphones |
Fit | Headband |
Isolation | Closed |
Driver diameter | 30 mm |
Adjustability | Removable cable, Rotating earcup |
Converter principle | Dynamic |
Magnet type | Neodymium |
Frequency range | 4 - 40000 Hz |
Sensitivity | 102 dB |
Impedance | 48 Ω (ohm) |
Audio Connections | Jack 3.5mm (1x) |
Connections base/transmitter | USB-C |
Headphone cable length | 1.2m |
Bluetooth version | 5.2 |
Bluetooth feature | AAC, LDAC, SBC |
Bluetooth profiles | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP, LDAC |
Max. range | 10 m |
Power supply | Rechargeable battery operated |
Battery type | Li-ion |
Battery life | 30 h |
Capacity | 1200 mAh |
Charging time | 3.50 h |
Charging input | USB-C |
Country of origin | China |
Manufacturer commitment | RE100, SBTi |
Manufacturer compensation | According to RE100, the manufacturer Sony fully compensates for its energy consumption, leading to a reduction in emissions. |
CO₂-Emission | |
Climate contribution |
Scope of delivery | Audio cable (3.5 mm), Softcase, USB A to USB-C cable |
Headphone case | Soft case |
Height | 24.50 cm |
Width | 21.30 cm |
Depth | 24.50 cm |
Weight | 250 g |
Length | 22.90 cm |
Width | 19.10 cm |
Height | 13.80 cm |
Weight | 638 g |
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Warranty score
How often does a product of this brand in the «Headphones» category have a defect within the first 24 months?
Source: Digitec Galaxus- 45.EarFun1.9 %
- 45.Shure1.9 %
- 45.Sony1.9 %
- 48.AKG2 %
- 49.PhoneLook2.1 %
Warranty case duration
How many working days on average does it take to process a warranty claim from when it arrives at the service centre until it’s back with the customer?
Source: Digitec Galaxus- 57.Samsung3 days
- 57.Skullcandy3 days
- 57.Sony3 days
- 69.Audio-Technica4 days
- 69.Teufel4 days
Return rate
How often is a product of this brand in the «Headphones» category returned?
Source: Digitec Galaxus- 43.OPPO2.2 %
- 43.Philips2.2 %
- 49.Sony2.3 %
- 50.Akashi2.4 %
- 50.Apple2.4 %
Source: Digitec Galaxus
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Overall ratingVery good87/100
hifi.deSingle testReleaseAugust 2025
Without ratingNo rating
- first-class ANC / transparency mode
- premium sound
- excellent detail, great dynamics, good bass
- App with countless functions
- now a reasonable offer price
- Upholstery not particularly soft / thick
Very good86/100
- Clear sound
- smart ANC
- Sits very comfortably
- Basses too loud
- Limited surround sound
The Sony is comfortable. The smart noise-cancelling has become even better thanks to the well-sealing ear cups. It reproduces music clearly and powerfully. However, the precise bass should be more restrained. Sony's 360 Reality Audio surround sound is good, but limited to a few music tracks and suppliers.
This test report belongs to a different type: WH-1000XM5 (NC, 30 h, Wireless, Cable)
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This test report belongs to a different type: WH-1000XM5 (NC, 30 h, Wireless, Cable)
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- Top class noise cancellation
- High wearing comfort
- Harmonious sound
- Wind noise louder than the predecessor
- Ear cups do not retract
Sony's WH-1000XM5 noise-cancelling headphones impress in the practical test with phenomenal active noise cancellation. Compared to the already very good predecessor, the technology takes another significant step forward and reduces ambient noise of any kind to a whisper. The wearing comfort is also great; we were able to wear the headphones for many hours in the test without any complaints...