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Sony WF-1000XM5: price, specs & release date

Sony WF-1000XM5, released 2023-06. Every price and spec below is linked to its source and dated — no guesses.

Source: digitaltrends.com verified ✓ corroborated verify in ledger

BronzeDeskmark42/100#16 of 21 in class

The Sony WF-1000XM5 is listed at $300 on digitaltrends.com as of 2026-06-27, #13 cheapest of 16 wireless earbuds (median $250); other retailers may be lower. It earns a Bronze Deskmark — 42/100 pay-blind standing, #16 of 21 in class.

Verified Jun 27, 2026 · figures linked to their source in the table below

Cheapest wireless earbuds: Apple AirPods 4 (with ANC) — $129

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Is the Sony WF-1000XM5 a good buy?

At $300, the Sony WF-1000XM5 is #13 cheapest of the 16 wireless earbuds we track, where the median is $250. On the spec sheet, its driver of 8.4 mm is below the median of the 13, its battery buds hr of 8 is above the median of the 22, and its weight per bud of 5.9 g is above the median of the 14.

Specifications

Price (US)$300 US launch MSRP $300 per digitaltrends.com review (published July 2023, citing launch price). Sony.com and electronics.sony.com blocked all fetch attempts.
BrandSony
Released2023-06
ANCYes
Driver (mm)8.4
Battery buds hr8
Battery case hr24
Bluetooth5.3
IP ratingIPX4
Wireless chargingYes
CodecsSBC, AAC, LDAC
Weight per bud (g)5.9

Source: digitaltrends.com (verified 2026-06-15) · corroborated by expertreviews.co.uk. Specs verified against Sony spec data via soundguys.com review and WebSearch of Sony official specifications (8.4mm Dynamic Driver X, BT 5.3, LDAC/AAC/SBC, ANC, 8hr buds ANC-on / 24hr total, IPX4, Qi wireless charging, 5.9g per earbud, US launch MSRP $299.99 → $300). Corroborated by expertreviews.co.uk review. weight_per_bud_g corrected from null to 5.9 (Sony-stated 5.9g per earbud, confirmed via search of Sony spec page). battery_buds_hr=8 is the ANC-on rated figure.

Is the Sony WF-1000XM5 worth it vs cheaper wireless earbuds?

Sony WF-1000XM5 against its closest cheaper and pricier wireless earbuds on the specs that matter — every value sourced. See all 16 ranked

ProductPriceANCDriver (mm)Battery buds hrBattery case hrBluetooth
Sony WF-1000XM5 this$300Yes8.48245.3
Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds (2nd Gen)$299Yes—6245.3
Jabra Evolve2 Buds$349Yes—8335.2

Frequently asked questions

How much does the Sony WF-1000XM5 cost?

The Sony WF-1000XM5 has a US price of $300 (US launch MSRP $300 per digitaltrends.com review (published July 2023, citing launch price). Sony.com and electronics.sony.com blocked all fetch attempts.), as of 2026-06-15.

How does the Sony WF-1000XM5 compare on price?

At $300, the Sony WF-1000XM5 is #13 cheapest of the 16 wireless earbuds we track, where the median is $250.

When was the Sony WF-1000XM5 released?

The Sony WF-1000XM5 was released 2023-06.

What are the Sony WF-1000XM5's key specs?

Sony WF-1000XM5 (Sony): anc Yes, driver mm 8.4, battery buds hr 8, battery case hr 24, bluetooth 5.3. Full sourced spec sheet verified 2026-06-15.

Price of record: $300 at digitaltrends.com, 2026-06-27. Other retailers may be lower — check the current price:

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