Sony WH-1000XM5: What worked (and what didn't)

This whole video was shot on the Sony Xperia 1 IV! Sony WH-1000XM5 are the latest in a lineup of headphones that have become somewhat legendary -- great ANC is further improved, long battery life makes them a great travel companion, and a new design is a little polarizing but results in a lighter and more comfortable feel. Do the Sony WH-1000XM5 continue the company's streak as one of the kings of active noise cancellation wireless audio?
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Quick note: the Adaptive Sound Control feature is something I'll talk about more in my video on the Sony Linkbuds S, as they make a bit more sense in those much more portable ANC earbuds. Meanwhile, let me know what you think about the Sony WH1000XM5! Are you getting a pair, and where would you use them the most?

[@joeyyears]

Perfect pairing with my 1 IV whenever I'm on flights and working remotely. It's super comfortable on my head and the material is quite nice. The 1000X series have evolved nicely IMO.

[@PutitoCorner]

Am considering getting this or the XM4 (depending on how it goes once I get to try them out in the store) for use with my iPhone and iPad.

[@imtiyazazhar5878]

@@PutitoCorner Where do you live?

[@jsadecki1]

Hello, what mic do you use for this video please

[@VanCamelCat]

@JoshuaVergara Great review 👏 (plz see questions below) You make it very clear what your experience & your situation are; which in turn makes it easy to compare my own situation to yours and form my own opinions 👍 👍 Three questions, if you could, please: 1. 09:53 The no-AC-and-no-2fans-noises ANC flex is nice and sounds great in your recording, but: When connecting to a windows PC/laptop - don't you have to choose between mono-sound + mic, and stereo-sound but no-mic? If true, as it was on the XM3s afaik, then in many scenarios - like discord convo with friends, or watching a movie in an online meeting with friends or on a stream, or sound-related-presentation work meeting from the home-office, etc - it is often better to have stereo-sound and use an external mic, which means you don't get the ANC of the XM5s helping you with the Mic... Which makes this whole selling point moot. Would you agree with this assessment? I'd love your input 🙂 2. Also, what codec do the XM5s use when connected to a pc? Because it was my understanding that there is no LDAC (nor aptX, for the most part) via PC Bluetooth receivers at the moment. So does it use AAC with windows 10? Or SBC? Or...? I'm considering getting the XM5s, and these two points are what is currently holding me back. But also, while I have ya: 3. I have noticed the cool female wearing the XM5s in the video (I don't want to assume who she is to you, so I just say female in this case)... When wearing her hair down, does she ever find that the hair triggers the touch-gestures in the headphones without her using her hand/fingers for it? I find that happens to me all the time with my crappy Hyphen earbuds, and I was wondering if this happens with headphones too 😅

[@SupremelyBX]

Great review of the headphones. Can I just say that I'm amazed at how well the Xperia kept you in focus in the A-roll? You moved your head around a bit while talking, but i never noticed a moment where your eyes were not in focus.

[@WhatGear]

That was a nice idea, filming the reviews on the Xperia IV 😉

[@Marian1st.]

Your video is incredibly well made. 👍👍👍

[@marcasunread]

Comprehensive review! Awesome!

[@ManuelAMartinez]

I love your videos and honesty. Great job.

[@kentstark3104]

Wow! The footage of the Sony Phones are Amazing! it looks like its captured by DSLR...

[@serarthur]

nice review, loved it. you’re the only one ive seen talk about the lack of the flight adapter. it’s quite disappointing sony’s not including that anymore.

[@dylan.t180]

Listening to this review of the X4s might pick up the new ones thanks for your review

[@ofelipeschuler]

Great review and content. Thank you!

[@shadowpapito]

Good Job ..... Thank you, very informative. Peace

[@Garrettdx1988]

I’d be curious to see a video comparison between the Xperia and the iPhone. Two really good video phones for two completely different types of customers. This video looked really good.

[@PutitoCorner]

Interested to see this as well. Am looking into getting either the XM4 or the XM5 for use with my iPhone and iPad.

[@Ecko92]

@@PutitoCorner you shouldn't you know apple doesn't support any hi res codecs

[@PutitoCorner]

@@Ecko92 Yep, am aware of that. Thanks for the reminder. But I like how the XM4 sounds when paired with my Apple devices. Am also planning to get a DAP like the Sony Walkman or probably an Android phone with decent DAC so...

[@WhatTheFragrance]

Video footage looks amazing for a smartphone

[@bblueangel2]

For a smart phone? As if you've experienced phones better? U must be young and spoiled maby? But phones have reached a crazy amount of evelution you can't imagine. If you haven't experienced its journey. The footage is perfectly Axactor how it is, comparison creates devaluation of its nature based upon prefferance. Double edge sword indeed it is🙃

[@darkmatterg2472]

@@bblueangel2ok.

[@IDiggPattyMayonnaise]

@@bblueangel2 What the hell are you saying...?

[@johnstephenreyes]

I really love the design of the headphones so simple and light weight but I agree Sir JV It would be so good if this can fold down. 🎧

[@joshuahendrickson4854]

I am looking forward to getting a pair of these once I pay off my sense player that I purchased recently. I already have the apple airpods max, and the bose NC700S. I did have the xm4 once, but returned them because of the folding hinges. I was afraid that they would easily break. I'm glad that these headphones don't fold. I have other headphones that do fold that I could travel with. Also, if I had to, I could just easily carry them in their case, or purchase a third party case. I probably should have done that with my xm4s, but am glad that this new version is out.

[@francescomazzilli8925]

Very interesting review and headphone.. I own the xm3 model.. But I would change for the Technics EAH 800S... Did you ever try that?

[@fantasytky28]

The video shot on Xperia looks sharp enough under correct setting

[@MrSaeedted]

Nice video

[@raihanhanTek]

I'd rather buy Sony headphones than Apple

[@DNGR369]

I find that comment somewhat embarrassing because if you knew good sound you wouldn't ever say the word Apple or beats by dre.

[@THELIFEOFCB]

@@DNGR369 😂😂 get em!

[@thorium9190]

@@DNGR369 the Apple AirPods Max are truely amazing in terms of sound quality with a great sound stage and amazing separation that even rivals the 800 USD Bang Olufsen H95.

[@teejay8070]

@@thorium9190 not at all

[@gta5driftclips769]

@@teejay8070 unless you really have listened to them you wouldn’t know. The trend of “apple is expensive shit” truly is broken with the max’s.

[@johnstephenreyes]

Good Day Sir JV 💚

[@dinofio3001]

I know this is really unrelated to the video, but can I please ask where you bought the cap in the plane scene? I really like it, and it'd be helpful if someone could provide a link to it. Regardless awesome video!!

[@evansamson2703]

That dji mic is something else . I think it amazing what’s your thoughts so far

[@markdc1145]

Great review! I have WH-1000XM3's and look forward to upgrading to these soon. Still, Sony's very obvious error with how the cups lie when resting on your neck only shows how little they understand their customers despite the sound performance being very good.

[@chrise202]

That would be a mistake. Just returned the XM5's. Very uncomfortable. Mediocre sound, not folding, cheap presentation, nightmare when it comes to adjusting, uneven ear compression. Take the case and place the headphones as if the case is your head. You'll notice what i mean

[@hlbwlt4867]

@@chrise202 Yo. Cant support your comment. Replaced my xm2 with the xm5 and tbh. The xm5 is way better. Sound, comfort etc. BUT i don‘t notice any upgrades for anc compared to xm2. I‘m hardly disappointed, maybe i expected too much from them

[@chrise202]

@@hlbwlt4867 From xm2 to xm5 yes. But from xm4 to xm5 is downgrade. I'd even keep xm3s at this point.

[@roshanthomas9805]

​@@chrise202 Not folding is an advantage from a reliability perspective. My previous headphones (Bose QC25) is hissing and crackling from constant folding.

[@corruptedsquid1745]

​@@chrise202wdym? The Sony wh-1000xm5 are the most comfortable headphones out there. If you don't like the default sound, just tweak the eq a bit

[@Cloud-go1hq]

Great review👌 can u pls make a comparison with AirPods max

[@flybriur]

The Midnight is amazing. Listen to them every day.

[@reyshintokz2782]

welcome to The Philippines. Keep safe Idol

[@josir1994]

Recently took the XM4 on a long trip and it surprised me that I actually don't need the plane adapter in any of my flights, either it already is a trs jack or the two holes actually output stereo in each hole directly with a trs cable

[@raiden_187]

Which one is better xm4 or 5s

[@josir1994]

@@raiden_187 5

[@1903JPG]

Ok. That song video camera is insane

[@RR-hq4cv]

Joshua, thank you for this video! I finally bought the headphones! Do you know if there is a software for PC to adjust noise cancelling, equalizer? I only found apps for iOS / Android.

[@ooooo5361]

Is it true the ANC self-adjusting constantly gets annoying? I read this as a big flaw of the XM5s that doesn't get discussed much. Reviewer said it's most notable in environments with random noise sources, which makes sense.

[@vmmd8229]

I was listening chilling whilst browsing until I heard him saying "MANILA" .. Got me shocked and shouting manila!!?? lmfao Was contemplating on what to buy xm4 or xm5 or some other ones like bose qc35 *Such a great content and detailed content especially with how noticing that it is easy to wear as it is put in correct position (Left & Right) even during case

[@alexyt75029]

Hi, Vergara. Are the pads in this version removible? Could I change it to a cotton pads?

[@scottlomas5509]

Well that's me sold I'm getting a set of these on payday 😄. I'm coming to you on the Sony 5 ll

[@CTOLARSSON]

As a video creator, I need to use the headphones in wired mode (due to the Bluetooth latency) for editing. How is the sound quality, ANC performance in wired mode? Is there still a latency? Some people talked about a whopping 80ms latency even in wired mode but that sounds bizarre. Great video!

[@vAmmonite]

From what I've heard they have 0 latency

[@ismaeltorres3219]

At 4:05, I was thinking the exact same thing, but then that gave me the idea with my xm4's to just put them in the case backwards. That shaves off like 2 seconds and for some reason that pleases me.

[@onecommonpinoy211]

Mabuhay from the Philippines! I love the Boracay Shirt!

[@sentrabrad]

Excellent review. Question? Why didn’t you cover the (safe listening, world health organization) feature. It displays the (db) decibel readings and warns you when the volume is too high. No reviewer’s have cover that yet. I know this feature is available on the XM5’s but what about the XM4’s?

[@jorgeml8112]

It is a gimmick i’d rather disable it

[@marsbase3729]

If it's too loud turn it down. Just use a bit of common sense. I've been using headphones almost every day for over 30 years and have no problems with my hearing and I never used the decibel ratings to figure it out. Especially with noise cancellation there's no reason to have the volume up super loud.

[@ignacedhont9816]

"Reviews" with affiliate links are actually commercials. Astounding that few people seem to realize this..

[@farhanaalamhappy2810]

Forget everything, Where can i get those Glasses of yours? I really liked them😅

[@CI-ym5hr]

Nice

[@hyeon9840]

it was pretty tough for me to find a youtuber that actually wear glasses. What are your thoughts on the XM5 with your glasses on? Are they uncomfortable?

[@asdf51501]

I have the XM4s that I will use for a travel headphone, and the AirPods Max that I use for audiobooks at home. Why the Apple for this? With the XM4s I kept hitting the touch sensitive controls. Personally I won’t upgrade to the XM5 at this time as the XM4 works fine for me. Nice review!

[@Jiren0420]

Can you talk about the Sony Xperia 1 IV overheating issues? I am wondering if you have tips. Mine get hot as hell when I use the stock camera apps

[@juan2yajna]

Hi there. What do you think? Bose 700 for $100 or for an extra $100 ($200) get the Sony xm5? Im just conflicted on whether or not the difference in price is worth it? Thx.

[@bulutsuziki9184]

You can put it reverse on your shoulder...I mean when inside of cups up, take it off from neck and put on neck again but this time open-cup sides down as closed..

[@Rocco-tb9ih]

but then you need to take them off to put them back on again, Sony could've just given them 180 deg hinges

[@hekasoram]

Have you set up your Adapt Sound in the Samsung settings first?

[@pranavdongre15]

I heard that the earcups / cushions of these xm5 are not changeable! Is that true?

[@breadyegg]

They don't seem to sit evenly on the ears. The bottom part of the pad is much more compressed. With the quick cut to the airpod max I could see that the pressure was evenly distributed topb to bottom Wondering if this effects comfort but more importantly passive sound sealing.

[@TrailAlyss]

In term of comfort, how is it? Especially for people who wearing glasses & lived in hot weather country? There are few review videos saying that the ear cup design causing overheating to their ears.

[@red3480]

i have it. its very comfy almost wearing nothing and I wear glasses. i can put and remove them without problems. in hot weather, I can tell its ok for me. i mean I sweat on the ear area with it on, but doesn't every headphones do that.

[@red3480]

just learned that he's from philippines too lol

[@omanturingan8212]

Still happy with my xm3 with the earcup foam replaced. But this looks good. An aside, we have the same wooden dining chair here in the Philippines although now being used in a different room. 😂

[@akaraikiriakatsuki3157]

I wasn't really listening on the review, I'm just amazed on videography and editing.

[@mbmentpresents]

Will 3.5mm cable at earcup to lightning cable at iphone work for sound and mic? Looking for a solution to go wired to an lightning cable input iphone. Thanks

[@ErikBAnderson]

What is the square RHA device in the pocket there? That didn't come with my purchase.

[@shauryaparasrampuria6217]

Are the earcups big enough for large ears and is the padding too shallow

[@TomPaulmann]

Hi I really enjoyed this video and I actually got some Sony`s myself and this video is really accurate I actually realised that I saw you on the plane I think and I didn't even notice

[@MrFloryn88]

I am interested in them but first I want to get the chance to see them and touch them cause from the looks of ot, the materials used look very cheap and I will not get them in black color cause I am sick of everything being black and it's a finger print and grease magnet.

[@violet18]

Try best buy 👍 That's where I tested them

[@Weird_Quests]

How are they for video editing?

[@justinw7323]

I want these for Christmas and I have the Sony xm4. I want better active noise cancellation.

[@ooooo5361]

Is it true that the XM5s don't run their calibration constantly, so bursty environments and random noise sources - passing by, honking cars - make the headphones sound weird? Another reviewer mentioned this as a major flaw in the way the XM5s implement ANC.

[@wajahatalihashmi545]

Do a review on amazefit trex 2 🥺

[@iamrainbird]

This is off topic but where are your glasses from?!

[@hyunjung5295]

Would you recommend these for the gym?

[@jsadecki1]

Hi, what mic do you use for this video?

[@swearabful]

How good and clear it work in a long conversation?

[@stephenchristian5739]

I have 8 10 & 13hr flights year round so these better be at least as good as my Cowins NC which were actually better then the Technics NC & that's all I care about! As for sound all headphones are pretty good these days but these Sony are almost $175-200 more than mid range price headphones, I've had the Cowin e7 Cowin e9 (really nice & functional best in class for price!) & the Technics ah800 nice sound on ALL of them. I understand you're gonna be cleaning these even more than your phone the plastic is grease enhancing, obviously for the touch scan finger sensor, I love how light these are! I can wear for hours! NC IS BEST Ive experienced I wonder what the next gen qill accomplish really an interesting science also I don't think these feel cheap at all! They are in a world of there own in science tech feel comfort. Big fat TU FOR SONY! PS. I LOVED MY 13 HOUR FLIGHT never thought I would ever say that! Of course going home is always another challenge ..here I go boarding Thailand to LAX, yikes

[@LarsRyeJeppesen]

You mostly pay the extras for the design/fit and for the noise cancellation. The NC is amazing!

[@caazapajournal7935]

Wow.., great review - you are a profi..

[@Punisher2all]

Sony xperia phones, the most underrated phones of all time.

[@rafikz77]

I just got the XM4 instead of the XM5. tor the foldable form factor

[@cheekypro2914]

Does Sony sell the ear pads for replacement?

[@reiheavens5519]

I love Sony.

[@SuperSonny1952]

Is it compatible with KZbin? Mime works all audio apps except KZbin audio. Help

[@theHulyeta]

👀 Orbitkey Nest

[@michaelkay4132]

Are these good for the gym , lifting and walking , not running .

[@PvPKilla91]

I have had the Xm4, but i just couldn't keep them beaucause of plastics and cracking noises. I also found out the headphone seemed cheap. Is it the same with the xm5 ?

[@violet18]

I tried these at best buy and they didn't creak. I thought the gray color looked sleek and stylish. They didn't have it in stock though so I didn't walk away with them.

[@karina_kizaru]

How do you think, what model is better to take: XM 5 or XM 4?

[@dirkvr3815]

My view: XM5 is overall better. But XM4 is smaller when folded, if you need compactness. The recommended retail price of XM5 is not realistic compared to the competition, including from Sony and others. Quality versus price is much better for XM4. But prices for the XM5 have started adjustment downwards, and this may change the picture.

[@nexuspena7448]

Haven't seen two prong on planes in what feels like 10 years

[@giovanni95816]

Hello I got a pair of Sony WH-1000XM5 refurbished from Ebay and when I connect to bluetooth it shows a name with a number like John's YY2954 (probably the previous owner). How can I reset that so I can add my name?

[@ooooo5361]

Is it true that the XM5s don't run their calibration constantly, so bursty environments and random noise sources - passing by, honking cars - make the headphones sound weird? Another reviewer mentioned this as a major flaw in the way the XM5s implement ANC.

[@ahmetkbns3383]

Hello, I have Sony 1000xm5, can you recommend me which phone gives the best sound for this headphone?

[@LarsRyeJeppesen]

Any phone that supports LDAC

[@ChowDownDetroit]

The thin top actually hurt my head and the trancepraency were not good as the AirPods Max. I took the new Sony back.

[@jvtechtea]

These are concerns I've seen some friends express. Totally valid, comfort is different for everyone

[@charlessherwinsoriano1996]

Hello! Is it common for the "hinge"/"swivel" to be broken for no apparent reason? Like it suddenly became loose? Anyone here with the same experience? Tried checking online but I only saw feedback for XM4 Thank you guys

[@charlessherwinsoriano1996]

Not dropped. No external force. No cracks. Is it possible that it can just be loose/"unscrewed" like that?

[@chavoloco1666]

@@charlessherwinsoriano1996 no

[@jonasmi5653]

So when I tried both headphones in a music shop, the multi device pairing feature didn’t work in the xm4’s and also not in the xm5’s. I tried to connect an IPhone and an IPad simultaneously. I really was looking foreward to this feature in the xm5, I ended up not buying it. Multi device pairing is common since 2015, and Sony messes it up in 2022. That’s beyond annoying

[@apophenic_]

Completely agree. Everything about the xm4s I love. But the multi device is just garbage.

[@alinapolat7336]

Genuine question: for what do you need the multi device pairing? I find it pretty annoying, so I turned it off for my AirPods Max actually

[@apophenic_]

@@alinapolat7336 I work from two computers. I switch back and fourth using a KVM. I'd love to be able to just, ya know, connect to both sources and listen to both at the same time.

[@TheWolod]

Sorry, but for me the star of the show is the Xperia 1-IV. The colors on this are SO accurate.

[@nimahassanpour7201]

Ashly its the best in the world

[@suli_xli]

will they work with big ears?

[@haburgeon3596]

Quite alot of people on reddit have mentioned that their ANC on their Xm5 is extremely poor because of the fact that they cant adjust the level of noise cancellation. Do you have any problems with noise cancellation not working well?

[@leandropivafioravante8234]

The ANC in XM5 is closest to perfection you can buy. Teste any other earphone and see...

[@jakubmiedzinski9094]

Im amazed every time i turn on ANC on my xm5s. Its literally like everything around you disappeared. If you want insane anc, these will make you happy for sure

[@ooooo5361]

@@jakubmiedzinski9094 Is it true the ANC self-adjusting constantly gets annoying? I read this as a big flaw of the XM5s that doesn't get discussed much. Reviewer said it's most notable in environments with random noise sources, which makes sense.

[@tiyo1758]

Had these for a few weeks now. The only complaint I have is, it’s fine if you’re sitting up and using them, but if you’re laying in bed on a pillow as I often do to play nighttime ambient sounds to fall asleep easier, they really slide around to much. Unless you have a large head, might not be much of a problem. But my favorite part of these headphones, is definitely the noise cancellation. Especially if you’re using them to fall asleep.

[@dirkvr3815]

To fall asleep, earbuds are much more suitable.

[@ooooo5361]

Is it true that the XM5s don't run their calibration constantly, so bursty environments and random noise sources - passing by, honking cars - make the headphones sound weird? Another reviewer mentioned this as a major flaw in the way the XM5s implement ANC.

[@VladyslavKL]

🕊

[@ronbrooks6547]

Or in America, we can enjoy our Coffee. Hi Issa Does Tech but I can not 👋🏾 . I'm interested in knowing if the Sound Quality and Bass got better. I know the Phone calls has gotten better based on other KZbin videos.

[@LuvvSURYA]

Can you take off those ear pads like Airpods Max?

[@HShango]

No 🤨

[@canispeakwithyourmanager591]

I have the 4 and the 5 . Both sounds identical... I think I prefer the new non folding design. The are much lighter but feel more solid I woukdnt suggest any one upgrades from the 4 and maybe the 3 .

[@ooooo5361]

Is it true the ANC self-adjusting constantly gets annoying? I read this as a big flaw of the XM5s that doesn't get discussed much. Reviewer said it's most notable in environments with random noise sources, which makes sense.

[@corruptedsquid1745]

​@@ooooo5361I haven't had an issue with that

[@jeffk7018]

I have an issue less than a week with these and thats the auto pause stopped working. They worked the first few days, then nothing. Not the only one either. Few threads on reddit already.

[@ooooo5361]

Is it true that the XM5s don't run their calibration constantly, so bursty environments and random noise sources - passing by, honking cars - make the headphones sound weird? Another reviewer mentioned this as a major flaw in the way the XM5s implement ANC.

[@mckungsmakong]

Wow never see this side of you before. Haven’t even see KZbin bring your video to my feed.

[@saurabhanand4787]

One thing no one talks about is, does the thinner band body create any issues. Will it break easily if the headphones drop accidentally or if they get stuffed in a bag pack and break under pressure? Is the body strong enough despite it looking weak due to the thinner design?

[@JB.zero.zero.1]

Yep - I couldn't stand the head band and sent them back after testing them for 3 hours. It is thin, and on my head, painful after a while. The ear cups as well, they are too small in my opinion and nipped at my ears. The sound was OK, but honestly, nothing remarkable imo ANC - pretty good.

[@ted1053]

@@JB.zero.zero.1 facts

[@TerryManitoba]

How about this headphone - reviews are all great❗❗❗ Edifier STAX SPIRIT S3

[@bird6472]

The cans not being able to turn downward onto my shoulders while the headphones are around my neck is a deal breaker for me Sony. Won't be upgrading until this is fixed.

[@chiyungwong3774]

You cannot wear these outdoors in a country like Philippines because it’s too humid and hot and your ears will sweat like mad!

[@iamBede]

Hey Joshua are you still here in the Philippines?? Watcha doin' here mate?

[@andreszavala9855]

Amy static noise issue with the m5? I've have had that issue with the m3 to thisbday and read the m4 has static noise issues as well as well.

[@cookienoodles]

It doesn't have static noise

[@raghavmalhotra4018]

I am about to return these headphones simply because I’ve found the ANC just sucks, idk if I’m missing something but I’ve kept the ambient sound to off and still the noise cancelling keeps changing its levels which I don’t appreciate. I like my noise cancelling to the max at all times and the software has no such option. Absolutely hate this

[@blakelewis8547]

Have they fixed it?

[@raghavmalhotra4018]

@@blakelewis8547 they haven’t fixed it, no. As Sony advertises it as a ‘feature’, I couldn’t even return them. So eventually I’ve gotten a bit used to it by now. Don’t get me wrong, the audio quality on these headphones is unparalleled, only better ones I’ve personally used are the AirPods Max. But I think the NC could be better, seems like a step backwards from XM4.

[@cookienoodles]

Do you wear glasses? When I'm wearing glasses it doesn't work well but when I take them this literally cancel everything

[@raghavmalhotra4018]

@@cookienoodles I do yes, but I don’t have any other choice, never realised it could be affected that much because of glasses. However my XM3s weren’t like this

[@cookienoodles]

@@raghavmalhotra4018 I was sceptical before I tried them without glasses but it made a huge difference for me, if you still have them give them a chance. This have the best noise cancelling i have ever tried so far.

[@nivektek2681]

Sony Website Says: With a huge 30 hours of battery life, you'll have enough power even for long trips. If you need to top up in a hurry, you can get 3 hours' worth of charge after just 3 minutes with an optional USB-PD-compatible AC adapter??

[@DroidLocks6971]

I owned the xm5 I didn't like the adjustment system - I loved the sound and the anc is AweSomeNess PerSoNiFied but I took them back because the wimpy head band hurt the top of my head unlike my mx3 and xm4

[@williebcool]

I returned my XM5 because of the top of head pressure. The cabin pressure inside the XM5 was too high too

[@LarsRyeJeppesen]

Yep pressure is real

[@DroidLocks6971]

@@williebcool the anc pressure didn't bother me . Since making this comment I do not care for the XM5 Sound the SoundCore Q35 And Q45 Have Better Sound and my XM3 I only use to sleep in .

[@DroidLocks6971]

@@LarsRyeJeppesen the anc pressure didn't bother me . Since making this comment I do not care for the XM5 Sound the SoundCore Q35 And Q45 Have Better Sound and my XM3 I only use to sleep in .

[@DroidLocks6971]

@@williebcool I did a couple quik videos on the Q45 by SoundCore

[@elizabethsandra8260]

Hi Josh, i am using Sony WH-1000XM5. Although the ANC is great for me, I realize that it doesn’t block the background noise for the other party I am talking to. When I am in a meeting my colleagues ok the other side still could hear my background noise. Do you experience the same?

[@leandropivafioravante8234]

The ANC, as tecnology, isn't that perfect.

[@elizabethsandra8260]

@@leandropivafioravante8234 which headphone do you recommend that can block background noise better than Sony?

[@cookienoodles]

Do you wear glasses by any chance? I was facing this problem but as soon as I took them off the ANC was working perfectly

[@elizabethsandra8260]

@@cookienoodles Yes, I am. Oh, so that is the reason why. Thanks a lot for your feedback. This helps.

[@ooooo5361]

Is it true that the XM5s don't run their calibration constantly, so bursty environments and random noise sources - passing by, honking cars - make the headphones sound weird? Another reviewer mentioned this as a major flaw in the way the XM5s implement ANC.