In depth comparison and review of Sony WH-1000XM5 and Sennheiser MOMENTUM 4. Compare design, audio features, functions and other important specifications to easily choose the right headphones for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the headphones that will best fit your needs.
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | Sony WH-1000XM5 | Sennheiser MOMENTUM 4 |
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Product Type | Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless, wired - 3.5 mm jack | Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless, wired - 2.5 mm jack, USB-C | |
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Height | - | 19.5 cm | |
Width | - | 18 cm | |
Depth | - | 4.63 cm | |
Weight | 250 g | 293 g | Sony WH-1000XM5 are lighter than Sony WH-1000XM5 headphones. |
Colour | Black | Silver | Black | White | |
Earpad Material | - | Synthetic leather | |
Recommended Use | Portable electronics | Portable electronics | |
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) | 10 m | - | |
High-Resolution Audio | - | Yes |
SOUND QUALITY | Sony WH-1000XM5 | Sennheiser MOMENTUM 4 |
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Headphones Form Factor | Full size | Full size | |
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Headphones Technology | Dynamic | Dynamic | |
Ear Cups Type | Closed | Closed | |
Adjustable Headband | - | Yes | |
Foldable | - | Yes | Sennheiser MOMENTUM 4 can be folded. |
Connectivity Technology | Wireless, wired | Wireless, wired | |
Wireless Technology | Bluetooth | Bluetooth | |
Bluetooth Version | Bluetooth 5.2 | Bluetooth 5.2 | Both headphones have the same Bluetooth version. |
Bluetooth Profiles | Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP), Serial Copy Management System (SCMS-T) | Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP) | |
Bluetooth Audio Codec | SBC, AAC, LDAC | SBC, AAC, aptX, aptX Adaptive | |
Active Noise Cancelling | Yes | Yes | Both headphones are equipped with active noice cancellation. |
Active Noise Cancelling Technology | - | Adaptive Hybrid ANC | |
Sound Output Mode | - | Stereo | |
Sound Effects | Digital Sound Enhancement Engine Extreme (DSEE Extreme), Ambient Sound Mode, 360 Reality Audio | Signature Sound | |
Frequency Response | 4 - 40000 Hz | 6 - 22000 Hz | Sony WH-1000XM5 offer a larger frequency range than Sennheiser MOMENTUM 4. |
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) | - | 0.3% | |
Sensitivity | - | 106 dB | |
Impedance | - | 60 Ohm | |
Diaphragm | 30 mm | 42 mm | Sennheiser MOMENTUM 4 have a thicker diaphragm than Sony WH-1000XM5. |
Magnet Material | Neodymium | - | |
Features | HD Noise Canceling Processor QN1, Google Fast Pair, Quick Attention function, Atmospheric Pressure Optimising, Microsoft Swift Pair, Speak-to-Chat | Smart Pause, Crystal-clear Calls |
MICROPHONE | Sony WH-1000XM5 | Sennheiser MOMENTUM 4 |
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Form Factor | Built-in | Built-in | |
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Microphone Operation Mode | - | MEMS-directional | |
Noise Cancelling | - | Yes | Sennheiser MOMENTUM 4 microphone can cancel out ambient noise. |
Frequency Response | - | 50 - 10000 Hz | |
Microphones Included | 8 | 4 | Sony WH-1000XM5 have a built-in microphone. |
REMOTE CONTROL | Sony WH-1000XM5 | Sennheiser MOMENTUM 4 |
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Controls | - | Volume, play/pause, equaliser preset |
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CABLE | Sony WH-1000XM5 | Sennheiser MOMENTUM 4 |
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Cable Type | USB charge cable - detachable Audio cable - detachable - L shaped / mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm - 1.2 m |
Headphones cable - detachable - L shaped / sub-mini phone 2.5 mm 4-pole - 1.2 m USB-C to USB-A cable - detachable - 1.2 m |
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Cable Length | - | 1.2 m | |
Detachable Cable | Yes | Yes |
FEATURES | Sony WH-1000XM5 | Sennheiser MOMENTUM 4 |
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Features | Touch control | Transparent Hearing mode, auto power on/off | |
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Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible | Yes | - | |
Intelligent Assistant | Google Assistant, Alexa | - | |
Sensors | - | Touch sensor | |
Additional Functions | - | Smart Touch Control, USB-C charging port |
BATTERY AND CHARGING | Sony WH-1000XM5 | Sennheiser MOMENTUM 4 |
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Battery Type | Headphone battery rechargeable | Headphone battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion | |
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Battery Capacity | - | 700 mAh | |
Battery Life | 32 hour(s) | 60 hour(s) | Sennheiser MOMENTUM 4 lasts longer on a single charge than the Sony WH-1000XM5. |
Battery Life Details | Continuous playback (active noise-cancelling on): up to 24 hours Continuous playback (active noise-cancelling off): up to 32 hours |
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Charging Time | 3.5 hour(s) | 2 hour(s) | Sennheiser MOMENTUM 4 recharge faster than Sony WH-1000XM5. |
Included Qty | - | 1 |
CONNECTIONS | Sony WH-1000XM5 | Sennheiser MOMENTUM 4 |
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Connector Type | USB (power only) Bluetooth Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm) |
Headphones (sub-mini phone 2.5 mm 4-pole) USB (24 pin USB-C) |
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OTHERS | Sony WH-1000XM5 | Sennheiser MOMENTUM 4 |
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Included Accessories | Carrying case, USB charge cable, headphones cable (1.2 m) | Carrying case, airplane adapter, headphones cable (1.2 m), USB-C charging cable (1.2m) | |
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Software Included | - | Sennheiser Smart Control | |
Compliant Standards | JEITA | Bluetooth Class 1 | |
Service & Support | - | Limited warranty - 2 years |