The DEFINITIVE Sony WF-1000XM5 Review & Comparison by an AUDIO ENGINEER

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  • As an Audio Engineer, this is the definitive, in-depth, and experiential review of the Sony WF-1000XM5 and a comparison with the Sony WF-1000XM4, Apple AirPods Pro 2, and the Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II Bluetooth wireless ANC earbuds. I take over 16 years of audio engineer experience to make the kind of review I wanted to see! ▶ Support me not having a sponsor and Get 20% OFF Delete Me: myte.ch/deleteme (affiliate)
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    CHAPTERS
    0:00 Intro
    0:29 The Best Way to Experience This Video
    0:43 Some of What We'll Cover
    1:01 SONG - Broad Frequency, Electronic
    1:41 The Flow of this Video
    1:59 Why This Video Focuses on the XM5 the Most
    2:08 SONG - Female Vocal, Electronic
    2:57 Build, Fit, Feel, and Size Comparisons
    3:51 One of my least favorite parts about the XM5 Design
    5:34 SONG - Acoustic, Male, Singer-Songwriter
    6:21 Battery Life and Charging
    7:40 SONG - Male Vocal, Funk
    8:26 Interactions, Connectivity, and App
    9:38 We literally didn't plan an awkward handshake, which makes this 10x more hilarious @braethorn
    10:18 SONG - Female Vocal, Soul
    11:22 Microphone & Call Performance Mega Test
    14:33 SONG - Broad Frequency, Electronic
    15:40 Gaming Tests
    15:59 SONG - Male, Hip Hop
    16:53 Transparency Mode Tests
    19:07 SONG - Cinematic (www.hannahparrott.com)
    20:30 ANC Mode Tests & Talking Tests
    22:26 SONG - Male Vocal, Rock
    23:02 My Thoughts on Sound Quality
    24:40 Male Vocal, Surf/Beach Rock
    25:43 My Custom EQ & How to Gain Access to it
    26:47 SONG WITH MY CUSTOM EQ - Male Vocal, Blues, Soul
    27:45 Which One Should You Get?
    29:45 SONG - Male Vocal, 80s Style Retro Pop
    30:34 My Personal Preference
    31:25 OUTAKES
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  • @ThisIsTechToday
    @ThisIsTechToday  Před 10 měsíci +26

    LINKS TO BUY
    ▶ I don't have a sponsor, but this supports me. Get 20% OFF Delete Me: myte.ch/deleteme
    ▶ Sony WF-1000XM5: geni.us/81zEso1
    ▶ Apple AirPods Pro 2: howl.me/ckgEjK7hnSW
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    ▶ Sony WF-1000XM4: geni.us/IGl9VL
    *All of these links are affiliate links

    • @thapelopheto2164
      @thapelopheto2164 Před 10 měsíci +1

      I couldn't help it but get hooked up on those wireless overhead headphones sitting on your table, what are those?

    • @ThisIsTechToday
      @ThisIsTechToday  Před 10 měsíci +1

      Oh, they're not wireless. They're the Sennheiser HD600S: myte.ch/hd600s

    • @thapelopheto2164
      @thapelopheto2164 Před 10 měsíci

      They look sick! Let me check on them

    • @riadmolla9329
      @riadmolla9329 Před 10 měsíci

      Bro can you test (Qcy ht 05 melobuds) it’s budget friendly 25 doller

    • @riktamsarkar7684
      @riktamsarkar7684 Před 10 měsíci

      ​@@ThisIsTechTodaySir do you have the EQ setting for Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II?

  • @CollinAbroadcast
    @CollinAbroadcast Před 8 měsíci +149

    Listening on the XM5, this goes CRAZY! Bravo, you really killed this video

    • @av365
      @av365 Před 8 měsíci +1

      How is the mic quality outdoors when it's noisy?

    • @user-vf6bq2mf2g
      @user-vf6bq2mf2g Před 8 měsíci +9

      xm4 mic sounded more better to me

    • @number7red619
      @number7red619 Před 7 měsíci

      @@av365Not very good, useable tho

    • @F11550i
      @F11550i Před 6 měsíci

      @@user-vf6bq2mf2g interesting I heard the same between QC II and QC Ultra , the newer one has worse mic quality

    • @remnant4363
      @remnant4363 Před 6 měsíci

      @@user-vf6bq2mf2g i need earbuds that i can wear at work and use them for listening to music but it seems like even the best earbuds are not good at all aspects.

  • @sonywalkman334
    @sonywalkman334 Před 10 měsíci +284

    You have the most detailed in-depth reviews and comparison videos on CZcams. Amazing work! Your videos have been my go-to for forming headphone purchase decisions.

    • @ThisIsTechToday
      @ThisIsTechToday  Před 10 měsíci +3

      Thank you so much! I truly do appreciate your kind words.

    • @geeva99
      @geeva99 Před 10 měsíci

      @@ThisIsTechTodaywhat is the song name around 8min

    • @lohithchowdary8809
      @lohithchowdary8809 Před 7 měsíci

      ​@@geeva99paint the Town red by the weekend 🌚

    • @geeva99
      @geeva99 Před 7 měsíci

      @@lohithchowdary8809 is not it only doja cat is painting the town red, this sounds like one of those cool band songs

  • @qussay
    @qussay Před 9 měsíci +74

    Wow.. what a review?! I didn't even know such a review was possible. I really appreciate all your dedication and effort put behind this work. Thank you!

  • @Paulfighteronline
    @Paulfighteronline Před 7 měsíci +21

    These headphones/earbuds reviews are by far the most extensive and well done I've ever encountered on CZcams. Keep em coming!

  • @tylerismyname
    @tylerismyname Před 10 měsíci +74

    This video turned out incredible!! All the work you put into it definitely shows, great job!! Super informative and entertaining at the same time

    • @ThisIsTechToday
      @ThisIsTechToday  Před 10 měsíci +1

      Thanks so much, Tyler! I appreciate your help.

  • @corujariousa
    @corujariousa Před 10 měsíci +46

    I really appreciate these tests from you. Very factual and unbiased. You just show the results under the criteria you are testing and the view/consumer can decide which to buy. The subjective tests from other channel mean nothing to me.

    • @ThisIsTechToday
      @ThisIsTechToday  Před 10 měsíci +2

      Thanks! I’m glad you noticed that desire and appreciate it!

  • @benjamingboy2529
    @benjamingboy2529 Před 10 měsíci +10

    Just stumbled upon your channel.This review was top notch quality. If you keep this up you will be huge in the future. You got yourself a new subscriber!

  • @bananaguy5228
    @bananaguy5228 Před 10 měsíci +43

    I just can’t ever seem to get over how good these videos are! I come back to them all the time and recommend them to friends. The production quality and the accuracy on how each of the ear/head phones sound from the video to real life is great. I picked up whxm4s and AirPods Pro after watching these videos and I can say for sure that the videos really do help to figure out what is the right product for you. 👏👏👏

    • @ThisIsTechToday
      @ThisIsTechToday  Před 10 měsíci +1

      I so appreciate the kind words and for you sharing. It truly helps a lot!

    • @karlo407
      @karlo407 Před 10 měsíci

      What device did you use to listen to the video?

  • @marcrae55555
    @marcrae55555 Před 9 měsíci +9

    I really appreciate the effort of all your videos! Just another excellent review. Keep it up 😁

  • @sivagurunathan4117
    @sivagurunathan4117 Před 10 měsíci +13

    You are one of the smartest CZcamsrs out there! I love your creativity. Most of us would skip the sponsor segment even if it's only for 5 seconds (even though it's not one here), but you made us watch and listen to the entire thing with rapt attention. You are an extremely underrated CZcamsr, and I'm waiting for you to reach 15 million subscribers. I hope you remember me at that time :p

    • @ThisIsTechToday
      @ThisIsTechToday  Před 10 měsíci +3

      Haha! Thank you so much. I appreciate that.

    • @moo4595
      @moo4595 Před 8 měsíci

      Why new smartphones dont have good DAC's? It doesnt matter that you have good headphones if smartphones are poor.

  • @alirezayi9523
    @alirezayi9523 Před 10 měsíci +6

    You’re the best person I ever seen on youtube who reviews sound systems.
    Thanks a lot man!

  • @joetoe9207
    @joetoe9207 Před 10 měsíci +4

    This is incredible. You show your professional set. Thank you!

  • @karlo407
    @karlo407 Před 10 měsíci +353

    I can imagine some wanting the opposite, but I want an ANC AI that learns my wife's voice and makes it Transparent.

    • @ThisIsTechToday
      @ThisIsTechToday  Před 10 měsíci +53

      No comment 😅

    • @vktravellog1242
      @vktravellog1242 Před 8 měsíci +21

      Excellent idea. Have ear buds that converts everything bad the wife says and it gets converted to good so all you hear if positive vibes 😂😂😂😂😂😂

    • @karlo407
      @karlo407 Před 8 měsíci +6

      @@vktravellog1242 I’m told my selective hearing is just fine, thank you. 😁

    • @IronMan-jx4mo
      @IronMan-jx4mo Před 8 měsíci +3

      The one shut my wife voice will be legendary 😂😂😂, i hope she will never watch this vid hehe

    • @miketan4803
      @miketan4803 Před 8 měsíci

      Lol. She better not be on CZcams

  • @twowheelsandcroissant
    @twowheelsandcroissant Před 10 měsíci +1

    Hands down best headphone/earphones reviewer on YT, always looking forward for new reviews like this

  • @johnnynguyen7229
    @johnnynguyen7229 Před 5 měsíci +12

    I recently upgraded from WF-1000XM4 to AirPods Pro 2nd-Gen! So far, I don't dislike the AirPods, especially since I use an iPhone as my main driver (ironically as an Android developer).
    Otherwise, I would've upgraded to the WF-1000XM5 to take advantage of the LDAC & custom EQ-ing that the AirPods lack.
    Anyway thanks for this insanely in-depth review! I'm so glad you mentioned how Sony can sound "muffled." I thought it was just me thinking I didn't have the ears for the amazing WF-1000XM4 and their default sound, thus me drastically lowering those mid bands in the EQ. (I'm not part of that group who believes in flat EQ audio purity or whatever, sorry!)
    So I was super surprised by how "airy" the AirPods sound, and especially impressed with the Spatial Audio feature; it sounds more like I'm at a live event rather than having speakers blasting directly between my head.
    This video confirms that either XM5 or AirPods would be a good choice though; for me, I'm reluctantly forgoing Sony's custom EQ-ing for Apple's "airy" AirPods and great ecosystem support. (Plus it helps that the AirPods are cheaper and Apple Music on the MacBook actually offers custom EQ-ing!)
    Thanks for your effort and time into this video!
    I certainly trust you as an audio engineer who knows what they're talking about!
    🐢🐢🐢

    • @ThisIsTechToday
      @ThisIsTechToday  Před 5 měsíci +2

      Thank you so much, Johnny! I appreciate the thoughtful comment and super thanks! 🐢

  • @Dev-Austin
    @Dev-Austin Před 10 měsíci +3

    The review we've all been waiting for!

    • @ThisIsTechToday
      @ThisIsTechToday  Před 10 měsíci +1

      Thank you for waiting and watching! Please share it with others!

  • @eh8756
    @eh8756 Před 6 měsíci

    Fantastic review! I have always wanted to be able to compare sound characteristics by myself. Thank you so much, keep it going !

  • @gaubonga11
    @gaubonga11 Před 10 měsíci

    so much effort and hard work for this video, thumbs up for you ! ❤

  • @seekyeefirstforsound
    @seekyeefirstforsound Před 10 měsíci +3

    As I keep hearing audio engineer, I began searching and couldn’t really find much videos on your experience until link-in. Been watching your videos, great work love the energy and hype and your personal opinions on sound. =] would love to know more of your live-mixing or post production experiences if possible. Do direct me if I’ve missed it. Looking forward. =]

  • @z4twicks406
    @z4twicks406 Před 10 měsíci +3

    What an insane comparison dude holy moly 🔥🔥🔥

  • @BrianGlaze
    @BrianGlaze Před 10 měsíci +2

    Great work as usual Brandon! Can always count on you to go in depth.

  • @JonahBrettsWilliams
    @JonahBrettsWilliams Před 3 měsíci

    I’ve been imagining a headphone/earbud review like this forever and I’m glad I finally came across this. Incredibly in-depth and significantly helps me with what I want to buy. More of this has my support!!

  • @danielngu3150
    @danielngu3150 Před 10 měsíci +6

    This is by far the most thorough, detailed review of all these earbuds I have ever seen, great work.!!
    I am actually looking for a good set of earbuds for my long haul air travel. While the headphone is good for long hour use, it is very bulky. I also owned the first generation AirPods Pro, but they do not fit well on my ears. Which one would you recommend for comfort and ANC (airplane noise) ? Bose or Sony XM5? Thanks.

  • @Methenavigator
    @Methenavigator Před 10 měsíci +61

    It’s the real time to find out which one sounds the best.

  • @DEBRANDArthur-sg2km
    @DEBRANDArthur-sg2km Před 10 měsíci

    Amazing review - Definitive, indeed! And definitely the best live review on the web, by all means ! Hats Off Guy !!!

  • @Im_happy_01
    @Im_happy_01 Před 10 měsíci

    Comprehensive review.. covered all questions i have.. Thank you!

  • @anramsay
    @anramsay Před 9 měsíci +8

    Great content as always. I got the XM4s for about $125 refurbished last year and have been really happy. I mainly use them for at home listening and video editing. For daily outdoor use I use Pixel Buds Pro. Considering grabbing XM5s probably when they are cheaper but its not a priority for me right now.

    • @user-xb6dl9um6h
      @user-xb6dl9um6h Před 6 měsíci +2

      Did you do the firmware update on those Sony's? People been saying the firmware update has screwed everything up with that particular model XM4s

    • @anramsay
      @anramsay Před 6 měsíci

      I actually lost the right earbud so I ended up getting the XM5s open boxed on eBay.

  • @bensgadgetreviews
    @bensgadgetreviews Před 10 měsíci +3

    This video is so good and informative! Thank you

  • @krishnaswaroop9293
    @krishnaswaroop9293 Před 2 měsíci

    Always looking forward to videos of this quality.

  • @brandon_yl_is_busted_af9316
    @brandon_yl_is_busted_af9316 Před 6 měsíci

    Highest quality and most professional earbud review I've ever seen. Can definitely tell the effort you put in, the extra B-roll and random video clips are much appreciated! Also the sponsor read during the mic text is fecking brilliant LOL that was great!

  • @yomu235
    @yomu235 Před 5 měsíci

    Thank you for this wonderful review. And love the sound review , it's really what I'm looking for a review

  • @colev396
    @colev396 Před 10 měsíci +11

    Hi! XM4 user and fellow audio engineer here. The blanket sound you described with the XM4 is definitely an issue. This issue seems to increase drastically with the volume level, almost like the headphones starved for power. At full volume especially with harder bass heavy tracks or metal the top end would muffle severely, and the low end would quiet and become sloppy in response. If I turn the volume down, I notice significant improvement in clarity and bass response with each step down from max until it levels out about 3 notches downs from full (on IOS).
    Overall, what would make it worth it for me to upgrade to the XM5's would be if the EQ stayed clear, consistent, and thick throughout, even at max volume. Bonus points if it gained me a little more volume at max over the XM4's. Can you speak to this issue for me?
    Great video by the way m8

    • @NinaLarss
      @NinaLarss Před 6 měsíci +2

      I just got the XM5 and I can now compare with the XM4 that I also own. I feel that they're a lil too clear for me, almost harsh, brighter in a "digital" way I don't know if that makes sense. And I miss the smooth and deep low end of the xm4.
      The kicks are very "bumpy", super super dynamic. If I want to feel the full freq range (especially in the low end part) of a song I have to crank up the volume more than before and it makes the feeling of the kicks hard on the ear and tiering eventually. My XM4 have a problem and I loose the battery quickly on right earbud... Making them unsuable for more than 5 minutes. If I knew I would have bought a second pair of XM4 instead of the XM5. But I'm only talking about my personal tastes. We all have a different perception of sound and everyone ear is different.

    • @colev396
      @colev396 Před 6 měsíci +1

      @@NinaLarss Interesting. Genre can play a large part in this as well. Have you played with the EQ on the Sony app to remove some of the highs? Also, I will tell you that Sony is replacing the XM4's that have this battery defect if you call, they did with mine and sent me a new pair very recently. If you are still not happy with you XM5's I would be happy to work out a trade deal with you for my new XM4's. I'm wanting more high frequency at volume with hardcore music :D

  • @sondesix_
    @sondesix_ Před 10 měsíci +3

    I love you for doing this man.
    Thanks a lot! An awesome, super detailed review, as always.

  • @manaswinturkane
    @manaswinturkane Před 10 měsíci

    this is most detailed review,keep the good work coming.Loved the video

  • @lorenzocannillo5527
    @lorenzocannillo5527 Před 10 měsíci +1

    Wooow
    What a review🔥🔥🔥
    Well done man

  • @alexis2268
    @alexis2268 Před 10 měsíci +4

    Great video ! For my part I really prefer the xm5, I think the song is really more precise than others

  • @urbenkam
    @urbenkam Před 10 měsíci +3

    Really good review. I had the sennhiser momentum wireless 3. I understand it’s hard to compare everything. I was looking at hifiman savanar . For me sound quality takes the priority. Hifiman will be short in comparison in other features but really want to know how it compares to sound quality to sony.

  • @therealjohnshelburne
    @therealjohnshelburne Před 6 měsíci

    Well DONE on the sponsor drop during the mic test! Very creative!

  • @Dr.Med.Rasen.
    @Dr.Med.Rasen. Před 6 měsíci +1

    During the mic test you gave us a awesome comparison between the phone cameras

  • @marc-antoinedaoust2713
    @marc-antoinedaoust2713 Před 9 měsíci +7

    Personally i think the Airpods have incredible song because of Spatial Audio. The music almost feels more open and more 3D and it's almost as if you we're there when the song was created. I have the original Airpod Pro's and sometimes i switch off spatial audio and i'm stunned by the difference in sound quality.

  • @DreamsOfLegend
    @DreamsOfLegend Před 9 měsíci +6

    INCREDIBLE in depth and rich breakdown man! EXCELLENT work. While i can see how good the XM5s are...i came away from this thinking, "Damn my XM4s STILL awesome and right up there with the best... No need to spend $300!"

  • @Raptors0524
    @Raptors0524 Před 2 měsíci +1

    I have learned a lot in this videos. This is the detail I look for when considering a product. Thank you!

  • @RWJ62
    @RWJ62 Před 5 měsíci +1

    Awesome video and comparison review! Great job! Liked and subscribed! Thanks for the detail and pro style video!

  • @elyt
    @elyt Před 10 měsíci +3

    Sony just slays it again. 👏 And this was another great video. Thank you!!

  • @ahSteve-qm5vy
    @ahSteve-qm5vy Před 10 měsíci +107

    The only draw back for me with the WF-1000xm5 is the touch control for volume. Tapping it 4x for volume makes it very uncomfortable and nerve wrecking and not as intuitive. They should make it like the Senheisser with touch and hold for volume control.

    • @Loki-sk7bi
      @Loki-sk7bi Před 10 měsíci +6

      Touch and hold totally makes sense. I had a sennheiser and it was great.

    • @ThisIsTechToday
      @ThisIsTechToday  Před 10 měsíci +27

      Swipe is absolutely my preference.

    • @Properganda5.0
      @Properganda5.0 Před 10 měsíci +8

      Volume control isn’t only the draw back. It looks like Sony cannot handle microphone issues since first version of ANC. The demo one is only an excuse.

    • @Theflood125
      @Theflood125 Před 10 měsíci +1

      I was SO annoyed when I realised I wasn’t able to change that setting. Also I don’t use Spotify so that double tap is completely wasted on me. I hope they fix this in an update.

    • @vipulgupta
      @vipulgupta Před 9 měsíci

      @@ThisIsTechToday Agree, touch and hold or swipe, both of them are far superior to tapping 4 times like an idiot. Even tapping 3 times is too much and I often miss tap it and the result is something which I don't want to do and further increases the effort. Tapping more than 2 times especially becomes a problem if you are moving. People like you can give this type of feedback to Sony and we can just hope they listen to you in their future updates. Btw I have watched a lot of reviews over so many years and nothing comes even close to the quality of your review. You addressed the most important points the way they need to be.

  • @sinlokemp
    @sinlokemp Před 10 měsíci

    Wow! love the dedication and sincerity of this content. New sub here. Keep up the great work.

  • @ricecube5079
    @ricecube5079 Před 9 měsíci +1

    Amazing review ! Exactly what I need thank you

    • @ThisIsTechToday
      @ThisIsTechToday  Před 9 měsíci

      So glad I could help! Please share it with others. It helps a ton!

  • @elbert5208
    @elbert5208 Před 10 měsíci +6

    All of the call quality of the xm5s that i heard from other reviewers has the same problem: the annoying graveling high pitch clipping. They should update it to tone it lower

    • @ThisIsTechToday
      @ThisIsTechToday  Před 10 měsíci +2

      Yeah. It’s true. Make sure to check the disclaimer about it at the end in the “which one should you buy” section

  • @ytuser1985
    @ytuser1985 Před 8 měsíci +7

    By far the best comparison video on CZcams, not just this but every other video he makes. Hats off to his efforts in making each of these videos. Really helps buyers to make a firm decision on which one they want to buy.
    Coming to the audio, to me the Airpods pro 2 sounded more wider in the lot, XM5 sounds good but soundstage and separation is not wide and clear as Airpods pro 2, bose were very unexciting in all the scenarios, XM4s were mellow through out. Sony XM5/4 both had better ANC.

  • @watermelon1221
    @watermelon1221 Před 10 měsíci +2

    great vid. would prefer a much longer and in depth ANC comparison, as that's what makes or breaks a decision

  • @anguslaws4665
    @anguslaws4665 Před 9 měsíci

    subbed, will come to you for all tech from now on

  • @thusmarshal8815
    @thusmarshal8815 Před 10 měsíci +11

    Ive been using the sony wf 1000xm3 for 3 years now and they sound awesome with a costume eq has the best sound I've heard in any earpud and they hold up pretty well for 4 year old technology

  • @aaakmm1785
    @aaakmm1785 Před 10 měsíci +5

    Wonderful review.
    For me in ANC earbuds ANC is the most important thing. In this review ANC part is very brief. Could you make separate video of your ANC samples that focuses on ANC only?

    • @ThisIsTechToday
      @ThisIsTechToday  Před 10 měsíci +1

      Check the chapter at the end that talks about which one to buy. That’ll be easier to tell.

  • @mohamedabdelwahab3386
    @mohamedabdelwahab3386 Před 10 měsíci +1

    I'm a bit late but GREAT work & effort buddy thank you for that. And that is how the Great reviews been made

  • @_umaru
    @_umaru Před 10 měsíci +4

    Love the review!
    I'm wondering how would buds2 pro go against the WF-1000XM5 🤔

  • @poodlemeister22314
    @poodlemeister22314 Před 10 měsíci +4

    This is awesome stuff and greatly appreciated to see super duper indepth analysis, but I'd love to see more...mainstream (if that's applicable) versions added in. I feel like having a pixel buds pro or a samsung galaxy buds pro2 or whatever as comparison would be quite helpful. It's great to have all the super premium stuff because it's more of a 1:1 comparison, but most people (perhaps in the android space) don't have the highest end ear buds
    But for real, great stuff, super informative and I might be getting the xm5 now that I've fully embraced the xperia I V

  • @brijesh41990
    @brijesh41990 Před 9 měsíci

    The first video that i watched was of you comparing app1 vs app2 and it made me subscribe you …u r 1 in billion ❤👍🏽🙏🏽 ..keep it up 👍🏽

  • @cooluser23
    @cooluser23 Před 10 měsíci

    Can't wait wait to see this video. Hopefully you did a microphone test as well.

    • @ThisIsTechToday
      @ThisIsTechToday  Před 10 měsíci +1

      I did a TON of microphone tests lol

    • @cooluser23
      @cooluser23 Před 10 měsíci

      ​​@@ThisIsTechTodayawesome. I'll watch your video during my next gym session. Already queued up.
      I have the XM3, and XM4 and the mics are useless.

  • @IconcentrationI
    @IconcentrationI Před 10 měsíci +27

    After listening to these samples I think separation in the mid range for the Airpods is incredible, you can clearly place vocals separate from the rest which is something I prefer a lot. Not only that but vocals sound clear and full. I think vocals sound pretty good on the Sonys as well, but it feels like the singer stands right next to some instruments. The Bose earbuds do a good job on the separation of vocals but the clarity is not great at all and it sounds "boxy".

    • @dom3827
      @dom3827 Před 8 měsíci +3

      i think the airpods are already too harsh, at least via the setup i listen to the video with.

    • @IconcentrationI
      @IconcentrationI Před 8 měsíci

      @@dom3827 Yeah, probably we would have to listen to these samples with studio headphones that are tuned flat to get a more accurate sound. But at least we get an idea of how they compare.

  • @leotravel85
    @leotravel85 Před 10 měsíci +3

    This is a kick-ass intro

  • @13mc517
    @13mc517 Před 10 měsíci

    Amazing work ❤

  • @delianaalan6917
    @delianaalan6917 Před 4 měsíci +1

    Omg this review is just another level, the best one

  • @KeyboardWarriorThoughts
    @KeyboardWarriorThoughts Před 10 měsíci +4

    I'm actually starting my own channel in a different field/industry from Brandon's, due to how detailed he is; focusing on quality rather than the quantity (video's length). I consider it quite "insulting" to say that you can only learn a thing or two from Brandon, when THIS is how you should do a review video from start to finish with any product/service. I'm blown away. You may not have millions of subscribers just yet, but I won't be surprised when you do!

  • @abrahamroberts2040
    @abrahamroberts2040 Před 10 měsíci +29

    Amazing review! I have the Sony xm5, Bose QCII and airpod pro 2. I feel you can't lose with any of these. However, the airpods easily have the best transparency mode. Anc is the most important feature for me and all 3 are on par with each other in my experience. The sonys are my favorite right now because of the multipoint connection. I use iphone and Windows pc so this sets the sony slightly above the other 2.

    • @Mr.Koray07
      @Mr.Koray07 Před 8 měsíci

      so cant the airpods connect to two devices at once ? or it can only with apple devices?

    • @abrahamroberts2040
      @abrahamroberts2040 Před 8 měsíci

      @@Mr.Koray07 only with Apple devices

    • @brownbreadinc127
      @brownbreadinc127 Před 8 měsíci

      ​@@abrahamroberts2040is the Bose or Sony best on noise cancelling?

    • @abrahamroberts2040
      @abrahamroberts2040 Před 8 měsíci

      @brownbreadinc127 for ANC, they are pretty much neck and neck with the Sonys having only a slight edge. Overall - the Sonys are better with sound, mics, and features.

    • @franzbustamante6699
      @franzbustamante6699 Před 6 měsíci +1

      I only have iphone and ipad, im confused if should i get xm5 or airpods pro 2 due to having apple products but not that many. May i ask if the features in xm5 using apple is good or should i get airpods pro 2? The sound quality is important for me too because i always listening to spotify when working out or going or school or whenever im outside. I need your opinion 😵‍💫😵‍💫

  • @LPM147
    @LPM147 Před 6 měsíci +1

    4:14 the manual for the XM5 says to actually rotate each pod counter/clockwise in the case to remove them using your thumb and index finger and then pull up.

  • @khunkhamkaung6123
    @khunkhamkaung6123 Před 10 měsíci

    Great video as always ❤

  • @dougmorato
    @dougmorato Před 10 měsíci +6

    I don’t get why people want even more vocals if these frequencies are what we our hearing picks the most. That’s why a V shape tuning is the most appropriate since it elevates the frequencies we have more difficulties with. Anyways, I guess that’s why people who listen to pop music are looking for.
    Flawless review. Great job!

    • @ThisIsTechToday
      @ThisIsTechToday  Před 10 měsíci +6

      Interestingly enough, the intimacy of the vocals are found in the low mids and the presence of them is the high mids, so everywhere that you wouldn’t be cutting out with a V shape, lol thanks.

    • @elmaster6207
      @elmaster6207 Před 10 měsíci

      I am one of the people that doesn't really like V shaped, I always boost the Mids on my Momentum 4, JBL Tour One and others, after setting the Vocals I play with the highs just to bring whatever got lost, I have tried V-shaped and is not for me, what gets me going on a lot of songs is hearing the lyrics, and when I don't care about the lyrics on a song the EQ goes back to Normal or a little Bass Boost.

  • @experiences999
    @experiences999 Před 5 měsíci +8

    XM5 > XM4 > QC ultra >Airpods Pro

    • @stanzapalny2123
      @stanzapalny2123 Před měsícem +1

      And Denon Perl PRO > XM5. I tried both, swapping them back to back. What's even more interesting, I just feel more energized while listening to music on Denons

    • @AmanSharma-bp8gu
      @AmanSharma-bp8gu Před měsícem

      Qc ultra after xm4s... R u kiddin

  • @nakulagham2058
    @nakulagham2058 Před 5 měsíci

    I just loved the content of this video, amazing review!

  • @chukwudiugwulali9438
    @chukwudiugwulali9438 Před 10 měsíci

    Excellent High Quality Video!

  • @bestusernameever6518
    @bestusernameever6518 Před 10 měsíci +40

    Best review so far! XM5 sounds so superior, especially during the cinematic song. The Airpods makes it sound like a sappy motivational video on CZcams whereas XM5 genuinely sounds like a movie that can make you cry.

    • @jeshmh
      @jeshmh Před 10 měsíci +2

      yeah i felt the samething during the cinematic portion too.

  • @samwinchester502
    @samwinchester502 Před 7 měsíci +3

    No doubt XM5 are more immersive and provide better bass, but in my opinion AirPods pro 2 are the most comfortable to listen for longer hours, sound is more balanced and very well separated and hence won’t cause ear fatigue.
    I also think AP pro 2 are the most comfortable to wear in your ear.
    Definitely people who like more bass irrespective will prefer XM5. I myself prefer more bass but I will still go with the AirPods pro 2 because overall experience is far better !

    • @shawnbass101
      @shawnbass101 Před 5 měsíci

      Xm5 give u good quality sound on iOS?

    • @samwinchester502
      @samwinchester502 Před 5 měsíci +1

      @@shawnbass101 yes, I have an iOS device so I can say that, but I think it should be same for android and iOS, sound quality depends on the streaming service you use for listening. I use Apple music as I found it to be slightly better than Spotify in terms of sound quality.

  • @fuzzy__dunlop
    @fuzzy__dunlop Před 10 měsíci

    This is a great video. Well done.

  • @HG51_
    @HG51_ Před 10 měsíci

    Thank you for this!

  • @SN-oe6qz
    @SN-oe6qz Před 10 měsíci +25

    I have to say even though I use AirPods Pro 2 on a daily basis, I really like the sound of the xm5s. I would have definitely consider buying them if it wasn’t for the transparency mode its kinda a deal breaker for me. But anyways I really liked the video looking forward the next one.

    • @ThisIsTechToday
      @ThisIsTechToday  Před 10 měsíci +14

      The transparency mode isn’t bad, it’s actually quite good, but the AirPods Pro 2 and Bose are just THAT insanely good.

    • @techandy1747
      @techandy1747 Před 10 měsíci +5

      take out ur buds for unmatched transparency problem solved🤷‍♂
      Sony is just Better but hey u do ✊

    • @ThisIsTechToday
      @ThisIsTechToday  Před 10 měsíci +14

      I tend to use one earbud at a time for that awareness factor, but I also understand that not everyone wants to do that. Please be respectful of others preferences and ways of using products.

    • @techandy1747
      @techandy1747 Před 10 měsíci +1

      @@ThisIsTechToday cool...🤣

    • @S_2_7
      @S_2_7 Před 10 měsíci

      ​@@techandy1747nah, airpods better>>

  • @deleted7164
    @deleted7164 Před 10 měsíci +6

    I personally would prefer the apple, one because I can hear everything in the music, unlike the other buds which kinda muffle everything together. The ANC is also preferable because I don't want to feel like I'm trapped in a box. If the ANC just drowns out the really loud noise I'm happy. Also another note is the talking test, I wanna be able to talk to people and actually hear them, though the microphone is kinda lacking in the Apple product its a well rounded set of buds

  • @penepatitenor
    @penepatitenor Před 7 měsíci +1

    Holy heck. Now THATS a review. Bravo!

  • @narcospecial
    @narcospecial Před 7 měsíci +2

    insane complete review... the best..
    i'll go to XM5 and thanks for your review

  • @nicktlk
    @nicktlk Před 10 měsíci +4

    Based on owning M4s I think that doing this test with default EQ settings is a big mistake. Cause setting your preferred eq is a game changer. Airpods dont have such an option. Default EQ is quite bland for many ppl and does not show the true capabilities of the headphones. Next time I would set my fav EQ for each pair and let ppl listen.

    • @ThisIsTechToday
      @ThisIsTechToday  Před 10 měsíci +6

      I have to review it as is.

    • @8NCLI8
      @8NCLI8 Před 10 měsíci

      @@ThisIsTechToday As is, it has a built-in equalizer ;-)

  • @snakefan2009
    @snakefan2009 Před 10 měsíci

    Great thorough review! Informed my buying decision

    • @ThisIsTechToday
      @ThisIsTechToday  Před 10 měsíci

      So glad I could help! Thanks so much for your support 🙏

  • @jimmychan9138
    @jimmychan9138 Před 8 měsíci

    Thanks for the great videos. They are the most helpful ones around. Re Sony ones I hear so little differences between the XM4 and Xm5.

  • @nickelangelo6530
    @nickelangelo6530 Před 4 měsíci

    It’s awesome test and great video

  • @hanfpeter4190
    @hanfpeter4190 Před 5 měsíci

    this video is a goldmine, thanks for the in depth review

    • @ThisIsTechToday
      @ThisIsTechToday  Před 5 měsíci

      Glad you enjoyed it! Please share it with others!

  • @enocaldhairsantiagozuniga2043

    This is the most detailed and amazing video on all over YT about the comparison of those earbuds, thank to u I just bought my Sony XM5, you're the best keep going bro!!

    • @ThisIsTechToday
      @ThisIsTechToday  Před 19 dny

      Thanks so much for the kind words! Please share it with others. 😊

  • @lubje
    @lubje Před 10 měsíci +1

    Awesome video, thank for putting all the effort in it!
    I'm looking for a complementary pair of earbuds to my WX-1000XM4 for in the hot summer months and secretly still hoping they will announce a new neckband version (WI-1000XM3), but I'm losing hope.
    Maybe it's time to go for the WF-1000XM5...

    • @ThisIsTechToday
      @ThisIsTechToday  Před 10 měsíci

      The WFs are definitely pretty light and unobtrusive!

  • @MuhammadFauzanWidiatmoko
    @MuhammadFauzanWidiatmoko Před 10 měsíci

    Amazing review!

  • @rehanshah1982
    @rehanshah1982 Před 9 měsíci

    Best headphones reviews on CZcams 👊

  • @chiltonj
    @chiltonj Před 10 měsíci +2

    I have a pair of Jabra 65s which I love the fit. You insert them and twist and bit and they are locked in. I don't think it had ANC but it performed very well for noise cancelling. I also have the Jabra 85 and the ANC is pretty good and better sound quality was better than the 65. However, the 85s don't fit as well so now I have the XM5s with the hope that I get good audio quality, fit and ANC. They sound great, the fit is good but I haven't been able to find an eartip size that works because ANC sucks right now on them compared to the Jabra 85. I would go as far as saying that the Jabra 65 provides the most noise cancelling (or ANC like qualities) because of the solid fit. Granted, I've only had the Sony's for a few days and still trying to find the right fit to maximize ANC on them. The other thing I like about those Jabra models is the physical tap "buttons" on the earbuds. I'm trying to get used to the Sony tapping method.

  • @TechKnowBiz
    @TechKnowBiz Před 9 měsíci

    Incredible video. Any chance you can share the link to the awesome mics you are using to capture the audio from these earbuds? Thanks very much

  • @kayseeday
    @kayseeday Před 3 měsíci

    Great review! With return to office it would be nice to see what you recommend for earbuds or headsets with noise isolating mics. Many times I have to take meetings at my desk for a lack of a meeting room and it would be nice for people on the call to only hear my voice and not the people around me.

  • @Paprika526
    @Paprika526 Před 10 měsíci

    Great review. Sounds like the sub-bass of the WF-100XM5 are lacking in comparison to the Bose Quitecomfort. Is that you're experience too?

  • @louisuliman5098
    @louisuliman5098 Před 10 měsíci

    Hi, thanks for the detailed review, it’s amazing how much effort you spent to make it. Would be great to review Technics az80 among these ones😅

  • @hermanvisser4034
    @hermanvisser4034 Před 10 měsíci +2

    I am listening to your video on relatively high end equipment (for simplicity just say $25k system). For me, I hear the dark sound of the XM4 which I own, but the XM5 sound quality stands head shoulders above the rest, and I prefer the default EQ.

  • @jefferygay9371
    @jefferygay9371 Před 10 měsíci

    I’ve got the latest Bose and AirPod. What I need (more than sound quality) is something that doesn’t fall out of my ear!

  • @SuperKrisen
    @SuperKrisen Před 6 měsíci

    I never comment on videos, but I just want to say that this was one of the best and most thought out reviews I've ever seen, all categories. well done.

  • @michaelsun1449
    @michaelsun1449 Před 5 měsíci

    great video!

  • @quocphingo9807
    @quocphingo9807 Před 8 měsíci

    very detail, I might be buy this 1000XM5

  • @victorflorest
    @victorflorest Před 10 měsíci

    I just came to leave my thumbs up bro. You are the best

  • @hek8392
    @hek8392 Před 6 měsíci

    Incredibly helpful, getting the XM5 after having the XM4 and feel much better about it after watching this