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  1. Table of Contents
  2. Top
  3. Main Differences
  4. Sound
    1. Sound Profile
    2. Frequency Response Consistency
    3. Raw Frequency Response
    4. Bass Profile: Target Compliance
    5. Mid-Range Profile: Target Compliance
    6. Treble Profile: Target Compliance
    7. Peaks/Dips
    8. Stereo Mismatch
    9. Group Delay
    10. Cumulative Spectral Decay
    11. PRTF
    12. Harmonic Distortion
    13. Electrical Aspects
    14. Virtual Soundstage
    15. Test Settings
    16. Imaging
    17. Weighted Harmonic Distortion
  5. Design
    1. Style
    2. Comfort
    3. Controls
    4. Breathability
    5. Portability
    6. Case
    7. Build Quality
    8. Stability
    9. Headshots 1
    10. Headshots 2
    11. Top
    12. In The Box
  6. Isolation
    1. Noise Isolation - Full Range
    2. Noise Isolation - Common Scenarios
    3. Noise Isolation - Voice Handling
    4. ANC Wind Handling
    5. Leakage
  7. Microphone
    1. Microphone Style
    2. Recording Quality
    3. Noise Handling
  8. Active Features
    1. Battery
    2. App Support
  9. Connectivity
    1. Wired Connection
    2. Bluetooth Connection
    3. Wireless Connection (Dongle)
    4. PC Compatibility
    5. PlayStation Compatibility
    6. Xbox Compatibility
    7. Base/Dock
  10. Comments

Sony WH-1000XM5 Wireless vs Sennheiser ACCENTUM Plus

Side-by-Side Comparison

Products

Sony WH-1000XM5 Wireless
Sennheiser ACCENTUM Plus

Tested using Methodology v2.0

Updated Apr 22, 2025 03:59 PM

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Sony WH-1000XM5 Wireless Picture
Sennheiser ACCENTUM Plus Picture
  1. Recommended in 1 article:
  2. Noise Cancelling Under $200

Variants

  • WH-1000XM5 (Black)
  • WH-1000XM5 (Midnight Blue)
  • WH-1000XM5 (Silver)
  • WH-1000XM5 (Smoky Pink)
  • ACCENTUM Plus (Black)
  • ACCENTUM Plus (White)

Our Verdict

Sony WH-1000XM5 Wireless

Sennheiser ACCENTUM Plus

Between the Sony WH-1000XM5 Wireless and Sennheiser ACCENTUM Plus, the Sony have much better noise cancelling and isolation performance. Out of the two, only the Sony support virtual surround sound. Their cushioning is softer, and use touch controls on both ear cups. Unlike the Sennheiser, they don't support USB audio and lack a dedicated ANC mode for windy conditions. The Sennheiser's battery lasts roughly twice as long as the Sony's. However, their noise cancelling is not as effective (except against wind), and only the right ear of the Sennheiser has touch controls.

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