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Black over-ear wireless headphones with padded headband and ear cups

Sony

Sony WH-1000XM5 Wireless Over-Ear Headphone (Black)

SKU CH-WSGQ-ZT0AZ

Wireless over-ear headphones with eight-microphone active noise cancellation, 30mm drivers, LDAC support and up to 30 hours playback

  • TypeHeadphone
  • Industry-leading silence with eight-microphone active noise cancellation
  • Crystal-clear calls via four beamforming microphones with voice pickup
  • All-day listening with up to 30 hours of playback
  • Hi-Res Audio quality through LDAC and 30 mm drivers
  • Effortless multitasking with multipoint device switching

Product Identity

The Sony WH-1000XM5 is a wireless over-ear headphone built for listeners who want active noise cancellation and long battery life in a single package. It targets commuters, remote workers and anyone who values uninterrupted audio throughout the day. This model is not suited for buyers who require a wired-only connection or a fold-flat design for tight storage.

Core Benefits

Eight microphones and dual processors drive the active noise cancellation, filtering high and midrange frequencies more effectively than earlier versions. Four beamforming mics with Precise Voice Pickup isolate speech for clearer hands-free calls. LDAC support enables hi-res audio streaming, while Speak-to-Chat pauses playback automatically when you start talking. Multipoint switching lets the headphones stay connected to two devices at once.

Deciding Specification

The headline figure is up to 30 hours of playback with noise cancellation active. That runtime covers multiple long-haul flights or a full work week without recharging. If your use case demands significantly longer unplugged time, this headphone will not meet the requirement.

Highlights

  • Industry-leading silence with eight-microphone active noise cancellation
  • Crystal-clear calls via four beamforming microphones with voice pickup
  • All-day listening with up to 30 hours of playback
  • Hi-Res Audio quality through LDAC and 30 mm drivers
  • Effortless multitasking with multipoint device switching

Specifications

TypeHeadphone

Questions about this item

Will the 30mm dynamic drivers need replacement after long-term use?

The 30mm dynamic drivers are built into the sealed earcups and are not user-replaceable; if audio quality degrades the whole unit would require service.

What limits continuous use when ANC is active for a full day?

Battery life caps continuous ANC listening at 30 hours before a recharge is required.

How warm do the earcups get and how much power is drawn during all-day ANC use?

The lightweight design and efficient processors keep earcups comfortable and power draw low enough to reach the 30-hour ANC rating without noticeable heat.

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