The WH-1000XM5 is the newest version of Sony’s popular WH series of ANC headphones, complete with an updated design, long-lasting battery life, and great sound quality. There’s a USB Type-C port for charging, like most wireless headphones at this point, and you can listen to music over Bluetooth or a wired connection. There’s also an audio equalizer in the Sony Headphones Connect app, available for both iPhone and Android.
We gave the headphones a score of 9/10 in our Sony WH-1000XM5 review, awarding points for the best-in-class ANC, excellent sound quality, and decent microphone for calls. However, we were a bit bummed by the lack of an IP rating or any kind of water resistance, and the memory foam and synthetic layer can get warm in hot outdoor weather.
