Sony WH-1000XM5 vs Sony MDR-3R
Sony WH-1000XM5 vs Sony MDR-3R — full specifications compared side by side. The Sony WH-1000XM5 launched in 2022; the Sony MDR-3R in 2026.
Sony WH-1000XM5: Specifications are still being confirmed — scores appear as data is verified.
Sony MDR-3R: Limited confirmed specifications — categories without real data are not scored.
Which is better?
- Sony WH-1000XM5 takes 1 of the 1 categories both accessories are scored in.
Category scores
| Category | Sony WH-1000XM5 | Sony MDR-3R |
|---|---|---|
| Battery | 9.2 | — |
| Design & Build | 6.8Better | 4.2 |
| Audio | 5.8 | — |
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Full specifications side by side
| Specification | Sony WH-1000XM5 | Sony MDR-3R |
|---|---|---|
| Launch | ||
| Launch status | Available | Available |
| Release date | 2022 | 5 Nov 2026 |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | 30 hrs | — |
| Body & build | ||
| Materials | Plastic, Vegan leather | Plastic |
| Colours | Black, Silver, Midnight Blue, Smoky Pink | Silver with blue and orange ear pads |
| Weight | — | 38 g |
| Sony WH-1000XM5 wins clearly on Design & Build (6.8 vs 4.2) | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.2 | — |
| USB | — | USB-C (USB Audio Class 1.0); built-in microphone and in-line remote |
| Audio | ||
| Driver size | 30 mm | — |
| ANC | Yes | — |