Sony WH-1000XM5 review
The noise cancelling benchmark
We scored the Sony WH-1000XM5 9.2 out of 10, which ranks it 1 of 3 in Headphones. The lowest in-stock price we track today is $288 at Walmart, out of 5 retailers compared below.
Our score out of 10
Best for Frequent flyers and open-plan offices
The verdict
Best-in-class cancellation and comfort, let down only by a case that no longer folds flat.
Pros and cons
What we liked
- Class-leading low-frequency noise cancellation
- Thirty hours of battery life
- Excellent call quality
What we didn’t
- Case no longer folds flat
- Build feels cheap for the price
Our review
Sony's cancellation still leads on low-frequency drone, which is what actually matters on a plane. Thirty hours of battery, excellent call quality and a genuinely comfortable clamp make it the easy default.
The redesigned build no longer folds, so the case is bulky, and the plastic feels cheaper than the price suggests. Discounts are frequent and deep, so paying list is unnecessary.
Specifications
| Battery | 30 hours ANC on |
|---|---|
| Drivers | 30mm carbon fibre |
| Codecs | LDAC, AAC, SBC |
| Weight | 250g |
| Multipoint | Yes |
Score breakdown
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How far apart Sony WH-1000XM5 prices are right now
$61.00, or 21%, separates the cheapest and most expensive in-stock listing we track. It is $288 at Walmart and $349 at Best Buy, across 5 retailers last checked on Sep 16, 2026.
- Lowest in stock
- $288Walmart
- Highest in stock
- $349Best Buy
- Gap between them
- $61.0021% more at the top
- Retailers in stock
- 5of 5 tracked
Compare prices
5 retailers, cheapest first. Prices checked 5 days ago.
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| Retailer | Details | Price | Go to retailer |
|---|---|---|---|
WalmartBest price Free shipping | Free shipping | $288$399 | Check price |
Amazon Free Prime delivery | Free Prime delivery | $298$399 | Check price |
B&H Photo Free expedited shipping | Free expedited shipping | $299$399 | Check price |
Target Free shipping over $35 | Free shipping over $35 | $329 | Check price |
Best Buy Free store pickup | Free store pickup | $349$399 | Check price |
Prices and availability are accurate as of the date shown and can change. Always confirm the final price on the retailer’s own site before buying.
