Sony WH-1000XM4 vs Sony WH-1000XM5 - Which One Should You Buy?

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Published May 29, 2025

The Sony WH-1000XM5 Wireless are the next generation of the Sony WH-1000XM4 Wireless. There have been a couple of changes in design and performance. As a result, the XM5 have a better microphone performance and their ANC is blocks out more mid and treble range noise. However, there are a couple of drawbacks. The XM5's build isn't as flexible as the previous generation, and the ANC has a harder time blocking out the low rumble of bus engines.

Headphones we mention in this video:
Sony WH-1000XM4 Wireless: https://www.rtings.com/afflink/AZcAAEBqDQk=
Sony WH-1000XM5 Wireless: https://www.rtings.com/afflink/AZcAAIEAGes=

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00:00 Intro
00:59 Design
04:11 Test Results
10:06 Verdict

Reviews:
Sony WH-1000XM4 Wireless: https://www.rtings.com/headphones/reviews/sony/wh-1000xm4-wireless
Sony WH-1000XM5 Wireless: https://www.rtings.com/headphones/reviews/sony/wh-1000xm5-wireless

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