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Sony WH-1000XM5 vs Sennheiser Momentum 4: Sound Quality Face-Off

An honest comparison of Sony products — which is actually worth your money?

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Sony WH-1000XM5 vs Sennheiser Momentum 4: Sound Quality Face-Off

Two of the most popular choices in their category, the WH-1000XM5 and Momentum 4 Wireless go head-to-head in this comprehensive comparison.

Head-to-Head Comparison








| Feature | Sony WH-1000XM5 | Sennheiser Momentum 4 | | --- | --- | --- | | Price | £299 | £299 | | Type | over-ear | over-ear | | Anc | excellent | very good | | Battery | 30h | 60h | | Weight | 250g | 293g | | Codec | LDAC, AAC | aptX Adaptive, LDAC, AAC | | Rating | 9.2/10 | 8.8/10 |

Sound Quality

The WH-1000XM5 offers a bass-forward sound profile, while the Momentum 4 Wireless leans more fun. Both sound excellent, though your preference will depend on what genres you listen to most.

Noise Cancellation

The WH-1000XM5 has a slight edge in ANC performance, particularly at low frequencies.

Comfort and Design

The WH-1000XM5 is lighter and more comfortable for extended wear.

Our Pick

Both are exceptional, but the WH-1000XM5 edges ahead thanks to superior noise cancellation.