True Wireless
OnePlus Buds Pro 4
84Great
$130
Full review dataOnePlus Buds Pro 4 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.
OnePlus Buds Pro 4
Sound8.5
Noise cancelling8.0
Battery8.5
Calls7.5
Value9.0
Sony WF-1000XM5
Sound9.0
Noise cancelling9.0
Battery8.0
Calls8.0
Value7.0
Specifications
| Spec | OnePlus Buds Pro 4 | Sony WF-1000XM5 |
|---|---|---|
| Type | True Wireless | True Wireless |
| Price (USD) | $130 | $249 |
| HearWiki score | 84 / 100 · Great | 88 / 100 · Outstanding |
| Released | 2026 | 2023 |
| Audio | ||
| Driver | dual drivers; 11mm woofer + 6mm tweeter | 0.33" |
| Driver size | 11 mm | 8.4 mm |
| Drivers per side | 1 | 2 |
| Frequency response | 10Hz-40kHz | 20 Hz - 40,000 Hz |
| Impedance | - | 32 Ω |
| Sensitivity | - | 102 dB/mW |
| Wireless | ||
| Bluetooth | 5.4 | 5.3 |
| Bluetooth version | - | 5.3 |
| Codecs | SBC, AAC, LHDC 5.0 | SBC, AAC, LDAC, LC3 |
| Multipoint pairing | Yes | Yes |
| Latency | 47 ms | - |
| Wireless range | 10 m | - |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | 13 h | 12 h |
| Battery life (ANC on) | 7 h | 8 h |
| Battery incl. case | 45 h | 24 h |
| Full charge time | 70 min | 90 min |
| Quick charge | 10 min = 11 hours playback | 5 min = 1 h |
| Wireless charging | Yes | Yes |
| Features | ||
| Active noise cancelling | Yes | - |
| ANC type | adaptive | hybrid |
| Transparency mode | Yes | Yes |
| Companion app | Yes | Yes |
| Custom EQ | Yes | Yes |
| Wear detection | Yes | Yes |
| Controls | touch | touch |
| Voice assistant | yes | Yes |
| Design | ||
| Weight | 4.73 g | 11.8 g |
| Case weight | 50.62 g | 39 g |
| Water resistance | IP55 | IPX4 |
| USB-C | Yes | Yes |
| Model code | OnePlus Buds 4 | - |
| Calls | ||
| Microphones | 3 | 6 |
What reviewers said
OnePlus Buds Pro 4
The OnePlus Buds Pro 4 are a well-rounded pair of true wireless earbuds that deliver impressive audio, adaptive noise cancellation, and strong battery life for their price. They're particularly suited for active lifestyles thanks to their IP55 rating and secure fit, with a feature set that includes multipoint, wireless charging, and customizable EQ. Overall, they offer excellent value and perform above their price point across most key areas.
- Pro:Rich dual-driver sound with LHDC support
- Pro:Effective adaptive ANC and transparency mode
- Pro:Long battery life with wireless charging case
- Con:Touch controls may require a learning curve
- Con:No official mention of wear detection
- Con:Slightly bulky case compared to rivals
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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