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WF-1000XM5 review

The WF-1000XM5 from Sony is a pair of earbuds with Dual-processor ANC, 8 hrs of battery life and 24 hrs total with the case, launched at $299. We rate it 8.8/10, with sound (9.4) and ANC (9.2) its strongest areas.

MobileUnleash score: 8.8/10. Price: $299. Brand: Sony. Category: Earbuds. Reviewed: Apr 2026.

Sony WF-1000XM5 earbuds and charging case in Platinum Silver on a dark textured surface
Photo by Myron Mott on Unsplash, Unsplash License

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ANCDual-processor ANC
Battery8 hrs
Case total24 hrs
Weight5.9 g / bud
Price$299

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