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Sony WF-1000XM5 Earbuds

Flagship true wireless earbuds with Integrated Processor V2, HD Noise Cancelling Processor QN2e, Dynamic Driver X, and LDAC Hi-Res Audio Wireless.

$299List price

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Weight
11.8 g (0.42 oz) earbuds total (5.9 g each) / 39 g charging case
Active Noise Cancelling
Yes (Integrated Processor V2 + HD Noise Cancelling Processor QN2e with dual feedback mics)
Battery life
8 hours listening time with ANC on (12 hours ANC off) / up to 24 hours total with case

A closer look.

Reasons to choose it

  • Dual processors (QN2e + V2) provide stellar active noise cancellation across all frequencies
  • Dynamic Driver X delivers wide frequency response and deep rich bass with LDAC Hi-Res support
  • Compact 25% smaller and 20% lighter design than previous XM4 generation with polyurethane foam tips

Worth considering

  • Polyurethane noise-isolation foam tips require a rolling squeeze technique to fit properly
  • Glossy edge finish can make earbuds slightly slippery to grip from case

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Full specifications

Design

Type
In-ear true wireless earbuds with noise-isolation foam tips
Weight
11.8 g (0.42 oz) earbuds total (5.9 g each) / 39 g charging case
Foldable
No (compact pocket case)
Carrying case
Qi wireless charging compatible case with USB-C
IP rating
IPX4 splash and sweat resistant

Audio

Driver
8.4 mm Dynamic Driver X
Active Noise Cancelling
Yes (Integrated Processor V2 + HD Noise Cancelling Processor QN2e with dual feedback mics)
Transparency mode
Yes (Ambient Sound mode with Quick Attention and Speak-to-Chat)
Supported codecs
LDAC, LC3, AAC, SBC (Hi-Res Audio Wireless certified)
Microphones
3 microphones per earbud with bone conduction sensors and AI noise reduction

Connectivity & Battery

Multipoint Bluetooth
Yes (Bluetooth 5.3 multipoint for 2 devices simultaneously)
Battery life
8 hours listening time with ANC on (12 hours ANC off) / up to 24 hours total with case
Charging time
1.5 hours full charge (3 min quick charge gives 60 mins playback); Qi wireless or USB-C

Ownership

Warranty
1 year manufacturer warranty
Most rows are from the official spec sheet. Marked rows are other published figures or our summary, not lab tests we ran.Official Sony WF-1000XM5 Earbuds spec sheet (opens in a new tab)

Catalog snapshot: September 1, 2026. Published specifications, not independent lab tests.

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A few common questions.

How much does Sony WF-1000XM5 Earbuds cost?

Sony WF-1000XM5 Earbuds lists at $299 (manufacturer list price snapshot as of 2026-09-01). Retail prices vary by merchant and this is not a live quote.

What are Sony WF-1000XM5 Earbuds’s key specs?

Key specifications for Sony WF-1000XM5 Earbuds include weight (11.8 g (0.42 oz) earbuds total (5.9 g each) / 39 g charging case), active noise cancelling (Yes (Integrated Processor V2 + HD Noise Cancelling Processor QN2e with dual feedback mics)), and battery life (8 hours listening time with ANC on (12 hours ANC off) / up to 24 hours total with case).

What does Sony WF-1000XM5 Earbuds compare against?

Sony WF-1000XM5 Earbuds is compared head to head against Anker Soundcore Space One Pro vs Sony WF-1000XM5 Earbuds, AirPods 4 with Active Noise Cancellation vs Sony WF-1000XM5 Earbuds, Apple AirPods Max (USB-C) vs Sony WF-1000XM5 Earbuds, AirPods Pro 2 (USB-C) vs Sony WF-1000XM5 Earbuds, Beats Studio Pro vs Sony WF-1000XM5 Earbuds, and Bose QuietComfort Headphones vs Sony WF-1000XM5 Earbuds.