True Wireless
Jabra Elite 65T
72Good
$170
Full review dataJabra Elite 65T vs Sony WF-1000XM5: which should you buy?
On aggregated review scores the Sony WF-1000XM5 comes out ahead with an HearWiki score of 88. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.
Our pick: Sony WF-1000XM5 - Outstanding overall at around $249.
True Wireless
Sony WF-1000XM5
88Outstanding
$249
Full review dataScore breakdown
Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.
Jabra Elite 65T
Sound6.5
Battery7.0
Calls7.5
Value7.0
Sony WF-1000XM5
Sound9.0
Noise cancelling9.0
Battery8.0
Calls8.0
Value7.0
Specifications
| Spec | Jabra Elite 65T | Sony WF-1000XM5 |
|---|---|---|
| Type | True Wireless | True Wireless |
| Price (USD) | $170 | $249 |
| HearWiki score | 72 / 100 · Good | 88 / 100 · Outstanding |
| Released | 2019 | 2023 |
| Audio | ||
| Driver | dynamic | 0.33" |
| Driver size | 6 mm | 8.4 mm |
| Drivers per side | 2 | 2 |
| Frequency response | 20Hz-20kHz | 20 Hz - 40,000 Hz |
| Impedance | 16 Ω | 32 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 103 dB/mW | 102 dB/mW |
| Wireless | ||
| Bluetooth | 5.0 | 5.3 |
| Bluetooth version | 5.0 | 5.3 |
| Codecs | SBC, AAC | SBC, AAC, LDAC, LC3 |
| Multipoint pairing | Yes | Yes |
| Wireless range | 10 m | - |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | 5 h | 12 h |
| Battery life (ANC on) | - | 8 h |
| Battery incl. case | 15 h | 24 h |
| Full charge time | 120 min | 90 min |
| Quick charge | 15 min = 1 h | 5 min = 1 h |
| Wireless charging | No | Yes |
| Features | ||
| Active noise cancelling | No | - |
| ANC type | none | hybrid |
| Transparency mode | No | Yes |
| Companion app | Yes | Yes |
| Custom EQ | Yes | Yes |
| Wear detection | No | Yes |
| Controls | buttons | touch |
| Voice assistant | Amazon Alexa,Siri,Google Assistant | Yes |
| Design | ||
| Weight | 6.5 g | 11.8 g |
| Case weight | 67 g | 39 g |
| Water resistance | IP55 | IPX4 |
| USB-C | No | Yes |
| Calls | ||
| Microphones | 4 | 6 |
| Call noise reduction | 4-mic system | - |
What reviewers said
Jabra Elite 65T
The Jabra Elite 65T true wireless earbuds offer a well-rounded package with a balanced sound signature, strong build quality, and dependable everyday features like IP55 water resistance and Bluetooth multipoint. They deliver about five hours of playback per charge, extendable to 15 with the case, while their four-microphone setup ensures clear calls. However, they fall short for those seeking an engaging or detailed audio experience, and the physical buttons can be awkward to operate.
- Pro:Comfortable and secure fit
- Pro:Excellent call quality with four mics
- Pro:IP55 water and dust resistance
- Con:Sound is neutral but lacks detail and excitement
- Con:Physical buttons are awkward and require firm presses
- Con:No USB-C charging on the case
Sony WF-1000XM5
These are high-end true wireless earbuds that focus on adaptive noise cancellation and detailed audio, supporting LDAC for high-resolution streaming. They offer a solid battery life of up to 12 hours without ANC, plus a comfortable fit and IPX4 sweat resistance for daily use. The touch controls and companion app add convenience, though the price reflects their premium status.
- Pro:Excellent adaptive noise cancellation
- Pro:Long battery life (12 hours without ANC)
- Pro:Supports LDAC and AAC codecs
- Con:Premium price point
- Con:No higher water resistance rating than IPX4
- Con:Touch controls may take time to master
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