Head to head

Sony WF-1000XM5 vs Apple AirPods Pro

Sony

Sony WF-1000XM5

Best overall earbuds
Sound 89
Build 80
Value 78
Features 92
TypeTrue wireless
ANCYes
Battery~8 hr (24 w/ case)
CodecsLDAC, AAC, SBC
PRICE $$$
VS
Apple

Apple AirPods Pro

Best for iPhone
Sound 82
Build 82
Value 82
Features 90
TypeTrue wireless
ANCYes
Battery~6 hr (30 w/ case)
CodecsAAC
PRICE $$
Our verdictSony for outright sound, ANC and Android; AirPods Pro for the seamless iPhone experience and hearing features.

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