The Noise-Cancelling Knockout
Frente a Frente
A Análise
ANC
Sony still holds the noise-cancelling crown. The XM5 with its 8 microphones blocks out more ambient noise than the competition across all frequencies. Apple and Bose are close behind, but in noisy environments like planes and trains, Sony pulls ahead consistently.
Sound Quality
The AirPods Max 2 deliver audiophile-grade sound from their 40mm custom drivers. The spatial audio implementation is stunning. Sony offers a warm, balanced signature with LDAC hi-res support. Bose sounds excellent but slightly less detailed than both rivals.
Comfort
Bose wins the comfort battle with lighter weight and plush earcups that disappear on your head. Sony is similarly light at 250g with soft padding. The AirPods Max at 384g become noticeably heavy after extended listening sessions.
Battery Life
Sony dominates with 30 hours of playback with ANC active. That is a full week of commuting without charging. Bose manages 24 hours — respectable. Apple trails at 20 hours, and the case still does not power them off properly.
Value
At $348, the Sony XM5 delivers best-in-class ANC, excellent sound, 30-hour battery, and lightweight comfort. The Bose at $429 adds spatial audio and comfort. The AirPods Max at $549 are a luxury item — superb sound, but the price is steep.
O Veredito
Sony WH-1000XM5
The best noise-cancelling headphones money can buy.
The Sony WH-1000XM5 wins this Truel with a combination of best-in-class ANC, 30-hour battery life, lightweight comfort, and a price that undercuts both rivals. They do everything well and nothing poorly. The sound is excellent, the features are comprehensive, and the value proposition is unbeatable. Five generations in, Sony has this formula perfected.
Especificações
| Spec | Sony WH-1000XM5 | AirPods Max 2 | Bose QC Ultra |
|---|---|---|---|
| Driver | 30mm | 40mm | Custom |
| ANC | Adaptive (8 mics) | Adaptive Transparency | CustomTune |
| Battery | 30 hours | 20 hours | 24 hours |
| Weight | 250g | 384g | 250g |
| Codec | LDAC, AAC, SBC | AAC, LC3 | aptX Adaptive, AAC |
| Connectivity | Bluetooth 5.3 | Bluetooth 5.3 + H2 | Bluetooth 5.3 |
| Noise Cancelling | Best-in-class | Excellent | Excellent |
| Foldable | No (flat fold) | No | Yes (flat fold) |


