Sony WF-1000XM5 Wins
Winner
Sony WF-1000XM5 earbuds in black

Sony WF-1000XM5

9.4

Audiophiles who demand the absolute best sound quality from earbuds

VS
Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 4 earbuds

Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 4

9.1

Audiophiles who prioritize sound quality over noise cancellation

Marcus Rivera
Marcus Rivera

Score Comparison

Criteria
Sony WF-1000XM5
Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 4
Overall Score
9.4
9.1
Sound Quality
9.6
9.5
Noise Cancellation
9.4
8.8
Fit & Comfort
9.2
9.0
Features
9.5
9.0
Call Quality
9.2
9.0

Pricing & Features

Specification
Sony WF-1000XM5
Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 4
Price
$299
$299

Making Your Decision

Sony WF-1000XM5 logo

When to Choose Sony WF-1000XM5

Audiophiles who demand the absolute best sound quality from earbuds

Sony WF-1000XM5 sets the standard for premium earbuds with audiophile-grade sound, exceptional ANC, and a refined design. Worth the price for serious listeners.

Strengths

  • Best-in-class sound quality with LDAC
  • Industry-leading noise cancellation
  • Comfortable smaller design than XM4
  • Excellent app with EQ and features

Limitations

  • Most expensive in-ear option
  • Battery life shorter than competitors
  • No wireless charging on base model
Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 4 logo

When to Choose Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 4

Audiophiles who prioritize sound quality over noise cancellation

Sennheiser MTW4 are the audiophile choice with aptX Lossless support and signature sound quality. ANC is good but sound is the star.

Strengths

  • Exceptional audiophile sound quality
  • aptX Lossless for hi-res streaming
  • Premium build with elegant design
  • Excellent app with EQ customization

Limitations

  • ANC not as strong as Sony/Bose
  • Larger fit may not suit all ears
  • Premium price for sound-focused users

Ready to Get Started?

Sony WF-1000XM5 earbuds in black

Sony WF-1000XM5

Score: 9.4
Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 4 earbuds

Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 4

Score: 9.1