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WH-1000XM5 headphones Industry-leading noise cancellation* and high-res sound
Looking for headphones that do not compromise? The WH-1000XM5 headphones rewrite the rules for distraction-free listening. Made up of two processors, eight microphones and a specially designed driver unit, it’s no wonder the 1000X series won the What Hi-Fi Awards two years in a row.
Distraction-free listening
The WH-1000XM5 wireless headphones keep out all sounds, from airplane noise to peoples’ voices.
Superior sound, engineered to perfection
Our unique technologies and materials ensure clear, consistent, natural sound.
Industry-leading call quality*
With 4 microphones and AI-based noise reduction algorithms, you’ll always hear and be heard clearly.
All-day comfort with a noiseless design
These lightweight headphones fit snugly with less pressure while keeping out external sounds.
1 Advanced noise cancelling 2 High-resolution audio 3 Precise Voice Pickup 4 Comfort for hours on end
Adjusts to your lifestyle
When activated, it learns to recognise locations and tailors sound to suit the situation.
For everyday convenience, just Speak-to-Chat
Start a conversation. Speak-to-Chat automatically stops your music and lets in ambient sound.
Connect easily to multiple devices
Pair with two Bluetooth devices at the same time. Switch with the touch of a button.
Better for the environment
Our commitment: headphones made from plastic-free packaging, recycled or sustainable materials.
1 Adaptive Sound Control 2 Speak-to-Chat 3 Multipoint connection 4 Made to be remade
Control with your voice or your fingertips 
Control with a tap
With intuitive touch control settings, just touch to switch the mode (NC or ambient sound), play music, skip tracks, turn up the volume and more.
Control with your voice
Just say “Hey Google” or “Alexa” to activate your preferred voice assistant. Listen to music, connect, get notifications, set reminders and more.
Quick access to your tracks
With Quick Access, you can configure these headphones to resume Spotify music playback with two or three taps—no need to touch your smartphone.
Safe listening
Check how safely you’re listening to music by comparing sound pressure data. Receive OS notifications when audio levels are too high.
More compact, longer lasting, easier pairing 
Collapsible case saves space
Carry your headphones effortlessly in the soft matching case. Take them out, and the collapsible case can be made up to 40% thinner for easy storage.
All-day power & quick charging
30 hours of battery life and extremely fast charging: 3 hours’ worth of charge after just 3 minutes with an optional USB-PD compatible AC adapter.
Fast Pair feature available
Easily locate your headphones by tone sound, or by checking their last known location on your smartphone or computer.
Easy pairing to your computer
Swift Pair makes it quick and easy to pair your headphones with your Windows 10 or 11 PC or tablet. Just follow the instructions that pop-up.
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Noise cancelling
Industry-leading NC
Digital Noise Cancellation
Digital Noise Cancellation
Digital Noise Cancellation
Battery life (NC ON)
30 hours
30 hours
30 hours
35 hours
Quick charging
3 mins = 3 hours (with USB PD)
10 minutes = 5 hours
10 minutes = 4.5 hours
10 minutes = 1 hour
Hi-Res Audio
Yes
Yes
No
No
Touch control
Yes
Yes
Yes
No
Speak-to-Chat
Yes
Yes
No
No
Wearing detection
Yes
Yes
No
No
Built-in voice assistant
Yes (Wake words available)
Yes
Yes
No
Hands-free calling
Yes (4 beamforming mics)
Yes (2 beamforming mics)
Yes
Yes
Carrying case
Yes (Collapsible)
Yes
Yes
No
Batteries : 1 Lithium Ion batteries required. (included)
Language : English
Product Dimensions : 24.5 x 21.3 x 7.3 cm; 250 g
Date First Available : 3 April 2023
Manufacturer : Sony
ASIN : B0BXM22X99
Item model number : WH1000XM5L.CE7
Country of origin : Malaysia
Guaranteed software updates until : unknown
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The new Integrated Processor V1 unlocks the full potential of our HD Noise Cancelling Processor QN1 to deliver our biggest step forward in our (already) industry-leading noise cancellation technology. (Disclaimer in discription)
Precision-engineered to deliver exceptional High-Resolution Audio and industry-leading call quality. Our Precise Voice Pickup Technology with newly developed wind noise reduction will ensure you can hear and be heard clearly when taking calls on these noise cancelling headphones. (Disclaimer in discription)
Smart; intuitive; and intelligent. Adaptive Sound Control automatically adjusts the sound settings based on your environment and activity; and Speak-to-Chat automatically pauses the music when you want to have a conversation; without you having to remove the over ear headphones
For total convenience; these Bluetooth headphones can be paired with two devices at the same time. Fast Pair will help you locate the WH-1000XM5 if you can’t find them and Swift Pair makes pairing with your PC or tablet simple
With up to a huge 30 hours of battery life; you’ll have enough power; even for long trips. A collapsible case is included with these Sony headphones for easy storage and travel