Audio-Technica ATH-SR5BTBK vs. Sony WH-1000XM5

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Audio-Technica ATH-SR5BTBK and Sony WH-1000XM5. 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.

Headphones Specifications Comparison

Audio-Technica ATH-SR5BTBK vs. Sony WH-1000XM5 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Audio-Technica ATH-SR5BTBK Sony WH-1000XM5
Product Type Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless, wired - 3.5 mm jack
Weight 185 g 250 g Audio-Technica ATH-SR5BTBK are lighter than Audio-Technica ATH-SR5BTBK headphones.
Colour Black Black | Silver
Earpad Material Memory foam -
Recommended Use Portable electronics, phone Portable electronics
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) 10 m 10 m The maximum operating distance of both headphones is the same.
SOUND QUALITY Audio-Technica ATH-SR5BTBK Sony WH-1000XM5
Headphones Form Factor On-ear Full size
Headphones Technology - Dynamic
Ear Cups Type Closed Closed
Adjustable Headband Yes -
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless, wired
Wireless Technology Bluetooth Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 4.1 Bluetooth 5.2 Sony WH-1000XM5 have a more advanced version of Bluetooth than Audio-Technica ATH-SR5BTBK.
Bluetooth Profiles Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP), Low Complexity Subband Coding (SBC) Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP), Serial Copy Management System (SCMS-T)
Bluetooth Audio Codec - SBC, AAC, LDAC
Active Noise Cancelling - Yes Sony WH-1000XM5 are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Sound Output Mode Stereo -
Sound Effects - Digital Sound Enhancement Engine Extreme (DSEE Extreme), Ambient Sound Mode, 360 Reality Audio
Frequency Response 5 - 40000 Hz 4 - 40000 Hz Sony WH-1000XM5 offer a larger frequency range than Audio-Technica ATH-SR5BTBK.
Max Input Power 1500 mW -
Sensitivity 100 dB/mW -
Impedance 35 Ohm -
Diaphragm 45 mm 30 mm Audio-Technica ATH-SR5BTBK have a thicker diaphragm than Sony WH-1000XM5.
Simultaneously Connectable Devices Qty (Multipoint) 8 - Audio-Technica ATH-SR5BTBK have the ability to connect to multiple devices simultaneously.
Magnet Material - Neodymium
Features - HD Noise Canceling Processor QN1, Google Fast Pair, Quick Attention function, Atmospheric Pressure Optimising, Microsoft Swift Pair, Speak-to-Chat
In-Cord Volume Control Yes -
MICROPHONE Audio-Technica ATH-SR5BTBK Sony WH-1000XM5
Form Factor Built-in Built-in
Microphone Technology Condenser -
Frequency Response 50 - 4000 Hz -
Audio Input Details Omni-directional - 50 - 4000 Hz -
Sensitivity -44 dB -
Microphones Included - 8
REMOTE CONTROL Audio-Technica ATH-SR5BTBK Sony WH-1000XM5
Controls Volume, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track -
CABLE Audio-Technica ATH-SR5BTBK Sony WH-1000XM5
Cable Type Headphones cable - detachable - L shaped - 1.2 m
USB charge cable - 1 m
USB charge cable - detachable
Audio cable - detachable - L shaped / mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm - 1.2 m
Cable Length 1.2 m -
Detachable Cable Yes Yes
FEATURES Audio-Technica ATH-SR5BTBK Sony WH-1000XM5
Features - Touch control
Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible - Yes
Intelligent Assistant - Google Assistant, Alexa
BATTERY AND CHARGING Audio-Technica ATH-SR5BTBK Sony WH-1000XM5
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable - lithium polymer Headphone battery rechargeable
Battery Life 38 hour(s) 32 hour(s) Audio-Technica ATH-SR5BTBK 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
Standby Time 1000 hours -
Charging Time 4 hour(s) 3.5 hour(s) Sony WH-1000XM5 recharge faster than Audio-Technica ATH-SR5BTBK.
WIRELESS LINK Audio-Technica ATH-SR5BTBK Sony WH-1000XM5
Transmission Range 10 m -
CONNECTIONS Audio-Technica ATH-SR5BTBK Sony WH-1000XM5
Connector Type Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole) USB (power only)
Bluetooth
Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm)
OTHERS Audio-Technica ATH-SR5BTBK Sony WH-1000XM5
Included Accessories Carrying pouch Carrying case, USB charge cable, headphones cable (1.2 m)
Compliant Standards - JEITA
Service & Support Limited warranty - 2 years -
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