Sony WH-1000XM5 Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones
- Battery Average Life: 30 hours
- Connectivity Technology: Bluetooth
- Wireless Technology: Bluetooth
- Noise Control: Active Noise Cancellation
Last refreshed Sep 7, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
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ASIN: B09XS7JWHHModel: XM5BKCategory: Over-Ear Headphones
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Overview
Over-ear noise cancelling headphones running dual processors across 8 microphones, with up to 30 hours of battery life, multipoint Bluetooth, and touch controls. Includes a carrying case.
- Dual-processor active noise cancellation
- Up to 30 hours of battery life
- Multipoint Bluetooth connection
- Touch controls with Speak-to-Chat
Who it's for
Daily commuters, office workers on frequent calls, and anyone prioritizing all-day comfort and long battery life over having the most foldable travel case.
Pros and cons
- Battery reportedly lasts weeks between charges for light users
- Comfortable for multi-hour wear
- Multipoint switches between two paired devices
Performance notes
Two processors driving 8 microphones handle the active noise cancellation, and Sony's Auto NC Optimizer adjusts that cancellation based on how the headphones fit and the surrounding environment in real time. Touch controls on the ear cup handle playback and calls, and Speak-to-Chat automatically lowers the music when the wearer starts talking. Multipoint lets the headphones stay paired to two devices at once, switching between them without a manual re-pair.
Where it stands among over-ear headphones
- #7 most-searched brand and model of the 158 over-ear headphones lines we track (by search demand, not sales).
From the specs of the 27 over-ear headphones we list; not a test result.
Specifications
| Brand | Sony |
|---|---|
| Model | XM5BK |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 0.55 pounds |
| Audio Driver Size | 1.2 inches |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Noise Control | Active Noise Cancellation |
| Bluetooth Range | 32.8 feet |
| Frequency Range | 2400000000 Hz |
| Age Range Description | Adult |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Battery Average Life | 30 hours |
| Battery Charge Time | 3.5 hours |
| Construction & materials | |
| Enclosure Material | Faux Leather |
| Color | Black |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Connectivity Technology | Bluetooth |
| Included components | |
| Customer Package Type | FFP |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | 1 year |
| Other details | |
| Wireless Technology | Bluetooth |
| Headphones Ear Placement | Over Ear |
| Headphone Folding Features | Over Ear |
| Earpiece Shape | Oval |
| Headphone Jack | 3.5 Mm Jack |
| Impedance | 48 ohms |
| Control Type | App, Touch |
| Cable Features | Detachable |
| Water Resistance Level | Not Water Resistant |
| Frequency Response | 2.4 GHz |
| Audio Driver Type | Dynamic Driver |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Specific Uses For Product | Business, Entertainment, Travel |
| Style Name | Headphones |
| Antenna Location | Exercising, Office Meetings |
| Sensitivity | 102 db |
| Theme | Video Game |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.2 |
| Series Number | 5 |
| Item Type Name | BLUETOOTH HEADPHONES |
Closest rivals on specs
iJoy Foldable Bluetooth Over-Ear Headphones- Battery Average Life 30 vs 15 hours (+100%)
Tuitager 9S Bluetooth Over-Ear Headphones- Frequency Range 2400000000 vs 20 Hz (+11999999900%)
- Impedance 48 vs 1 ohms (+4700%)
- Item Weight 0.55 vs 0.71 pounds (-23%)
BERIBES WH202A Bluetooth Over-Ear Headphones- Frequency Range 2400000000 vs 20 Hz (+11999999900%)
- Impedance 48 vs 32 ohms (+50%)
- Item Weight 0.55 vs 0.39 pounds (+41%)
Frequently asked questions
Does the Sony WH-1000XM5 work well over Bluetooth with a PC?
Results are mixed; at least one reviewer reported repeated disconnects across three separate computers, so test your own setup if PC use is the main goal.