Momentum True Wireless 4 vs WF-1000XM5
Momentum True Wireless 4
2024 · $249 today
8578
WF-1000XM5
2023 · $249 today
8980
Dashed outline = score at launch
Why Momentum True Wireless 4 is better
- Total with case: 30 hrs vs 24 hrs(25% more)
- Bluetooth version: 5.4 vs 5.3(higher)
Why WF-1000XM5 is better
- ANC reduction: ~40dB vs ~32dB(25% more)
- Driver size: 8.4mm vs 7mm(20% more)
- Earbud battery life: 8 hrs vs 7.5 hrs(7% more)
- Weight per earbud: 5.9g vs 6.0g(lower)
Verdict
WF-1000XM5 leads outright in 3 of 6 dimensions today.
Spec by spec
| Spec | Momentum True Wireless 4 | WF-1000XM5 |
|---|---|---|
| Audio | ||
| Driver size | 7mm | 8.4mm● |
| Codecs | SBC, AAC, aptX Adaptive | SBC, AAC, LDAC |
| ANC reduction | ~32dB | ~40dB● |
| Battery | ||
| Earbud battery life | 7.5 hrs | 8 hrs● |
| Total with case | 30 hrs● | 24 hrs |
| Wireless charging | Yes | Yes |
| Comfort & Design | ||
| Weight per earbud | 6.0g | 5.9g● |
| Water resistance | IPX4 | IPX4 |
| Ear tip sizes | 4 | 4 |
| Connectivity & Features | ||
| Bluetooth version | 5.4● | 5.3 |
| Multipoint | Yes | Yes |
| App EQ | Full EQ | Full 5-band |