Bang & Olufsen Beoplay HX Black
Score: 87/100
Sony WH-1000XM5 Black
Score: 87/100Rankings
The Bang & Olufsen Beoplay HX are premium over-ear wireless headphones featuring adaptive ANC, luxurious materials and up to 35 hours of battery life with ANC on. Their non-replaceable battery, subdued bass and higher weight are trade-offs for the high-end design. Suited for professionals and audiophiles who value comfort, ANC and premium aesthetics.
The Sony WH-1000XM5 offers premium ANC, 30 hours of battery life, and LDAC Hi-Res audio in a wireless over-ear design. Its relatively heavy build and longer charging time may affect comfort during extended wear. Geared toward travelers and audiophiles who value top-tier noise cancellation and sound quality.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
35 hoursbest | 30 hours | |
40 mmbest | 30 mm | |
| ↓ lower better | 295 g | 250 gbest |
24 Ω | 48 Ωbest | |
95 dB SPL | 102 dB SPLbest | |
1,110 mAhbest | — | |
| ↓ lower better | 180 minutesbest | 210 minutes |
— | 10 mbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Battery & Power(2) | ||
Battery Life (hours) | 35 hours | 30 hours |
Charging Time (minutes) | 180 minutes | 210 minutes |
Audio(5) | ||
Frequency Response | 20-22kHz | 20-20000 |
Driver Size (mm) | 40 mm | 30 mm |
Impedance (Ω) | 24 Ω | 48 Ω |
Sensitivity (dB SPL) | 95 dB SPL | 102 dB SPL |
Microphone Type | Digital MEMS | beamforming |
Build & Design(3) | ||
Weight (g) | 295 g | 250 g |
Dimensions (H×W×D) (mm) | 195x200x52 mm mm | 263x77x225 mm |
Ear Cushion Material | Lambskin leather, memory foam | soft leather |
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Professional reviewers applaud the Beoplay HX for its marathon battery life, premium Scandinavian design, and effective adaptive ANC, while also noting that the sound signature has a slightly subdued bass and that the non-replaceable battery could affect longevity.
Everyday users consistently highlight the comfort of the memory-foam cushions, the impressive battery endurance, and the stylish, durable construction as top reasons for purchase. Recurring complaints focus on fit tightness for larger heads and heat buildup in the earcups during extended listening sessions.
Professional reviewers consider the WH-1000XM5 a benchmark in active-noise-cancellation and audio fidelity, highlighting its sophisticated 8-mic, dual-processor system, long battery life, and premium driver design. Comfort is enhanced by a friction-rod headband, though the 250 g weight and potential LDAC-related dropouts are noted as drawbacks.
