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WF-1000XM5 Wireless Noise Canceling Earbuds

$278.00

Sony

Sony WF-1000XM5 Bluetooth Noise Cancelling Earbuds The WF-1000XM5 features cutting-edge technology to deliver premium sound quality and the best noise-cancelling performance on the market1. With a specially designed driver unit, for wide frequency production, deep bass and clear vocals, these headphones are designed to immerse you in a sound so good, it feels like you’re in the studio with your favourite artists. Features The best noise cancelling headphones on the market. Astonishing sound quality with High-Resolution Audio. Sony’s best ever call quality with AI based noise reduction algorithm and bone conduction sensor. Small and beautifully designed with an even smaller and lighter earbud…

Reddit mentions

  • “People should search teardowns before they buy and find out whether the batteries are held on with screws, adhesive, or solder and how much stuff is in the way. I'm not a super…”
  • “[Sony WF-1000XM5](https://www.bestfindown.in/best-earbuds-for-travel-complete-2026-guide/#1_Sony_WF-1000XM5_The_Complete_Package) – IPX4 (splash/sweat-proof, not full submersion)…”
  • “I’ve got a big noggin and the Bose feels like it’s mashing my ears. I don’t have this problem with the Sony’s. Lack of physical buttons is annoying, though the gestures do work…”
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Product details
Headphone Cup Type
In-ear
Body Part Use
Ears
Noise Cancellation Type
Active
Max Battery Life
24 hours (with case)
Battery Highlights
Rechargeable, Wireless Charging
Recharge Time
3 min. for up to 1 hour of listening
Rechargeable Battery
Yes
Standby Time
7 Hours
Driver Size
8.4 mm
Frequency Response
20 Hz-20 kHz
Headphone Impedance
16 ohm
Sensitivity
102 dB
Sound Output
Stereo
Audio Highlights
360 Reality Audio
Total Harmonic Distortion
Low distortion
Water Protection
IPX4
Waterproof
No
Water Resistant
Yes
Connectivity Technology
Wireless
Wireless Type
Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version
5.3
Compatible Devices
Android, iPhone
Ports and Interfaces
USB-C
Connectivity Highlights
Multipoint connectivity
Transmission Range
10 m
Radio Frequency Range
24000-24835 GHz
Microphone Highlights
Built-in Microphone
Noise Cancelling Microphone
Yes
Integrated Microphone
Yes
Microphone Mount Type
Built-In
Microphone Sound Input
Bone conduction sensors (pick up vibration of voice directly from skull bones)
Microphone Technology
Bone conduction sensor
Retractable Microphone
No
Microphone Quantity
6
Remote Control
Yes (Touch Controls)
Touch Controls
Yes
Remote Control Function
Volume Control
Performance Highlights
Noise Canceling
Driver Technology
Dynamic Driver X
Diaphragm Size
8.4 mm
Compliant Standards
SCMS-T (Supported Content Protection)
Recommended Use
Music listening, Calls
Highlighted Uses
Travel
Suitable For Kids
No
Typical Users
Audiophiles
Style
Earbuds
Weight
39 g (Charging case)
Dimensions
64.6 x 40 x 26.5 mm (Charging case)
Material
Foam (ear tips)
Monaural
No
Pattern
Matte finish (outer part of the buds where the touch controls live), Glossy finish (mixed in)
Manufacturing
Year Manufactured: 2020s
Assistant Support
Yes, Alexa, Google Assistant
Included Accessories
Charging case
Supported Accessories
Silicone eartips