What Hi-Fi?Expert review
8.2/10
How we read this review
Class-leading pair with musical sound, superb ANC and excellent call quality; design less premium than XM4.
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WH-1000XM5 Noise Cancelling Headphones (Used)
Est. tax $14.43 for 43215 (Ohio average) · Shipping set by Speec at checkout · 15 listings at 13 stores
Package: Standard
| Connectivity | Bluetooth wireless, multi-device pairing |
|---|---|
| Battery Life | Up to 30 hours playback |
| Charging Time | 3 minutes for 3 hours playback |
| Headphone Style | Over-ear, closed-back |
| Material | Soft-fit leather |
| Microphone | 12-microphone adaptive noise cancellation |
What these specs mean
- Active noise cancelling
- Microphones listen to outside noise and play the opposite sound. Best on steady sounds like engines and air conditioners; less on voices.
About this item
- Dual processor system with 12 microphones delivers industry-leading noise cancellation and adaptive sound control.
- 12-microphone adaptive noise cancellation: Blocks out airplane noise and ambient sounds for immersive listening
- Dual processor system: Optimizes sound and noise control in real time for a personalized experience
- Multi-device Bluetooth pairing: Automatically switches between two devices for seamless connectivity
- AI beamforming microphones: Ensures clear hands-free calls by picking up only your voice
- Soft-fit leather earpads: Provides all-day comfort with less pressure and enhanced durability
Why it scores 7.4: Good, from 6 sources. Strongest on noise cancelling. See the breakdown
Every store selling it
15 listings at 13 stores, lowest first. Ask the stores what shipping to 43215 costs to see who is cheapest at the door.
| Store | Option | Price | Delivered | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unclaimed Baggage | Standard · Silver · used | $148.99 | · | View |
| Unclaimed Baggage | Standard · Midnight Blue · used | $148.99 | · | View |
| Unclaimed Baggage | Standard · Black · used | $149.99 | · | View |
| Swiftronics USA | Standard · open box | $189.97 | · | View |
| Speec Lowest new Viewing | Standard · Black | $198.00 | · | This one |
| Swiftronics USA | Standard | $209.99 | · | View |
| Back Market Pro - US (Prod) | With microphone · Silver | $220.00 | View | |
| Tech For Less | Standard | $231.49 | View | |
| Gadgets Online NZ LTD | Standard · Black | $281.00 | View | |
| Focus Camera | Standard · Silver | $298.00 | View | |
| Curacao | Standard | $299.99 | View | |
| Back Market Pro - US (Prod) | Standard · Black | $349.00 | View | |
| BroTech Traders | Standard · Black | $361.00 | View | |
| Nexoltic | Standard · Smoky Pink | $409.85 | View | |
| Shiftwave® | Standard | $450.00 | View |
How it scores
Good · likely 6.8 to 8.0 · medium confidence
From 5 expert reviews, 5 store ratings.
Your score
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By what matters
Sound5 reviews · what they said7.4
- Musical and entertaining sound. What Hi-Fi?
- Immersive sound across genres and clear customizable EQ, though some find lows muddy. Tech Gear Lab
- Good audio accuracy. RTINGS
Noise cancelling4 reviews · what they said8.9
- Fantastic ANC performance. RTINGS
- Superb noise cancelling. What Hi-Fi?
- Strong noise blocking. Tech Gear Lab
Comfort5 reviews · what they said6.4
- Comfortable for daily use. SoundGuys
- Comfortable clamping force. What Hi-Fi?
- Comfortable for average-sized head; clamping somewhat firm. SoundStage! Solo
Battery4 reviews · what they said6.4
Calls & connection3 reviews · what they said7.3
- Excellent call quality, including in wind. What Hi-Fi?
- Excellent call quality. Tech Gear Lab
Reliability7 reviews · what they said5.8
- Well-built, comes with a carrying case. RTINGS
- Feels less premium than XM4 (2 reports) What Hi-Fi?
- Build rated low; hinge issues reported by owners. SoundGuys
Value for moneyprice against similar products7.5
By source
Lab and expert tests5 sources · 90% of the score7.5
Retailer star ratings1% of the score9.1
Out of 10. Each source is weighted by how reliable it is, how much data it has and how recent it is; sponsored videos count half, and the brand’s own videos don’t count. How the score works
Reviews and videos
RTINGSExpert review
7.7/10
How we read this review
Outstanding noise cancelling and good accuracy for travel and office, but weaker fit for small heads and no water rating.
Read the reviewSoundStage! SoloExpert review
7.7/10
How we read this review
Great pair with impressive stereo separation and bass, though bass is thumpy and top end lacks airiness.
Read the reviewTech Gear LabExpert review
7.4/10
How we read this review
Near top of category for sound, ANC and calls, but uncomfortable for small heads and battery short of expected.
Read the reviewSoundGuysExpert review
6.5/10
How we read this review
Praises isolation and comfort for daily use, but low build quality rating and recessed stock midrange.
Read the reviewSpeec reviews
5.0 from 5 ratings
Store star ratings run high (most products average above 4.3), so they count less than written reviews.
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| Doorprice Score | 7.4Doorprice Score Best score | 7.0Doorprice Score | — | — |
| Sold by | Speec | Open Box Deals | University of Iowa Hawk Shop and University Bookstore | allCanes |
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Product description
From the manufacturer WH-1000XM5 Premium Noise Canceling Headphones Premium noise canceling headphones From airplane noise to people’s voices, our WH-1000XM5 wireless headphones keep out more high and mid frequency sounds than ever. And with Auto NC Optimizer, noise canceling is automatically optimized based on your wearing conditions and environment. Magnificent sound The light and rigid precision-engineered drive unit improves high frequency sensitivity for more natural sound quality. The Sony Sound Connect App EQ function allows you to tune the audio to match your preference. All day power and quick charging With up to 30 hours of battery life, you’ll have enough power even for long trips. If you need to charge in a hurry, you can get 3 hours worth of charge after just 3 minutes with an optional USB-PD compatible AC adapter. Crystal clear hands-free calling With Precise Voice Pickup Technology & advanced audio signal processing, the person on the other end of the call will hear your voice clearly, even when you are in noisy situations. Equipped with two beamforming microphones on each earcup, these headphones are calibrated to only pick up your voice. All day comfort with
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