We have gathered 6 ups and 6 downs.
Excellent noise-cancellation performance
Improved sound quality with greater subtlety and fine details
Enhanced comfort for long-term use
Good battery life with ANC engaged
High-quality call performance
Supports LDAC for high-quality wireless audio
High price point
No foldable design, leading to less convenient portability
All-plastic build detracts from premium feel
No water or sweat resistance
No wireless connection to PlayStation 5
Limited to multipoint or LDAC but not both
King of the hill in noise-canceling headphones.
New design provides a minimal and clean look with bigger ear cups and softer vegan leather material.
One big change that is not liked.
More comfortable to wear for long periods due to combination of super lightweight and new softer materials.
Previous versions folded up and fit into a smaller case, which might imply the new version doesn't.
The new design does not allow the headphones to fold.
The Sony WH-1000XM5 is priced at $400, which is higher compared to previous models.
Transparency mode is not as good as AirPods Max
Exceptional noise-canceling capabilities that create a sense of magic
High comfort and functionality with excellent sound quality.
