Sony WH-1000XM5 vs Sennheiser MOMENTUM 4 Wireless
Compare manufacturer battery claims, weight and the practical trade-offs that specifications alone cannot settle.
Documented features at a glance
| Specification | Sony WH-1000XM5 | Sennheiser MOMENTUM 4 Wireless |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer battery claim | Up to 30 h (ANC on) | Up to 60 h (ANC on) |
| Weight | Approx. 250 g | Approx. 293 g |
| Noise cancelling | Yes | Yes |
| Connection | Wireless Bluetooth | Wireless Bluetooth |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Bluetooth version | 5.2 | 5.2 |
These are published product facts; variants and test conditions may differ. Confirm details with the sources below before buying.
Start with the published battery claims, not a winner
Sony lists up to 30 hours with ANC on for this WH-1000XM5 profile, while Sennheiser lists up to 60 hours with ANC on for MOMENTUM 4. Those are two manufacturer-reported maximums, not measurements from a shared MELIQA test. Volume, codecs, calls, wear detection and listening patterns can all affect what you actually experience. Use the claims as a starting point, then read each maker’s testing notes and independent evidence before relying on a specific endurance figure.
Weight is useful context, but comfort is personal
The documented weights for these versions differ. Weight does not describe the full sensation of wearing a headset: clamping pressure, headband distribution, earcup shape and heat can matter more over a long workday. If fit is a priority, try the exact generation you plan to buy and confirm that the retailer accepts a return after a proper comfort check.
Do not infer better noise cancelling from a feature checkbox
Both product profiles list active noise cancelling. That proves the feature is offered; it does not tell us which device handles voices, traffic or cabin noise more effectively. Sound tuning, microphone quality and the application interface are also outside the scope of a manufacturer specification table. We do not convert those unknowns into a made-up performance score.
Before choosing a retailer
Match the full model name, generation and regional warranty terms. Compare the final checkout price, shipping, taxes, return window and whether the listing is sold by an authorized retailer. No store price is shown on MELIQA until an offer has been verified. A product with a stronger published claim is not automatically the better purchase at an unknown local price.
Manufacturer sources
- Sony WH-1000XM5 — Sony WH-1000XM5 specifications ↗ (checked 2026-10-13)
- Sennheiser MOMENTUM 4 Wireless — Sennheiser MOMENTUM 4 specifications ↗ (checked 2026-10-13)
We have not personally tested these models, collected live retailer prices or assigned performance ratings. This guide does not constitute an endorsement of either retailer or brand.