Sony WH-1000XM5 Black
Score: 87/100
Skullcandy Crusher ANC 2
Score: 76/100Rankings
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.
The Skullcandy Crusher ANC 2 delivers powerful haptic bass, adjustable digital ANC, and up to 60-hour battery life with rapid charging. Its heavy weight and reliance on a companion app, plus lack of high-resolution codecs, may deter some users. Best suited for bass enthusiasts and commuters who value long battery and immersive sound.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
30 hours | 60 hoursbest | |
30 mm | 40 mmbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 250 gbest | 558 g |
48 Ωbest | 32 Ω | |
102 dB SPL | 105 dB SPLbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 210 minutes | 150 minutesbest |
10 m | 30 mbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Connectivity(1) | ||
Bluetooth Range (m) | 10 m | 30 m |
Battery & Power(2) | ||
Battery Life (hours) | 30 hours | 60 hours |
Charging Time (minutes) | 210 minutes | 150 minutes |
Audio(4) | ||
Driver Size (mm) | 30 mm | 40 mm |
Impedance (Ω) | 48 Ω | 32 Ω |
Sensitivity (dB SPL) | 102 dB SPL | 105 dB SPL |
Microphone Type | beamforming | 4 |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Weight (g) | 250 g | 558 g |
Dimensions (H×W×D) (mm) | 263x77x225 mm | 69x216x265 mm |
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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.
Professional reviewers commend the Crusher ANC 2 for its visceral haptic bass, solid ANC that can be tuned with Stay-Aware mode, and impressive battery life with rapid charging. They also note the added value of the Skull-iQ Personal Sound feature, but criticize the heavier chassis, occasional shortfall in advertised battery endurance, and the reliance on a companion app for full functionality.
Everyday users rave about the powerful bass that can be felt, the comfort of the padded earcups, and the long battery life that lasts through a full day. Recurring complaints focus on the headphone's weight, inconsistent ANC in noisy or windy settings, and occasional app or Bluetooth connectivity glitches.
