Sony WH 1000XM5 vs Bose QC45 (Headphones Recommended)
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0:00 Intro
0:20 Price
1:01 Design/Structure
2:11 Comfort
3:23 Battery
4:26 Working Out
4:38 Controls
5:27 App Features
7:42 Bluetooth
8:31 Call Quality, Noise Cancellation, Transparency, and Sound Leakage Test
11:55 Sound Test
14:21 Breakdown
Sony WH 1000XM5 vs Bose QC45 (Headphones Recommended)
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First review I’ve seen that actuality demonstrates noise cancellation level! Noise cancelling is the most important factor for me so your videos are super helpful
Thanks, I try go over the topics I would want to know about in a pair of headphones. I’m glad the video helped!
A very comprehensive test, with minimal but accurate commentary, thank you, great job keep up the good work.
Thanks, I really appreciate you taking the time to watch and sharing your thoughts!
I just bought the qc45s as a Christmas gift, I compared the sound quality of the XM5s and the qc45 sounded really clean, even compared to the XM4s that I own, thanks for the video! Learned some stuff that I didn't know the qc45s did.
No problem! I’m glad you found the headphones that fit well with you. The QC45 headphones are definitely in my rotation of headphones that get a lot of use. They’re some of the most comfortable headphones on the market. I appreciate you taking the time to watch and share your thoughts!
Awesome job with this review - thank you so much for the time you spent on this! Really helpful.
No problem! I’m glad it helped!
I love how you handled the final conclusions. Keep up the good work.
Joel
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Channel deserves more subs. Quality content 👌
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After watching this video, I have bought QC 45 grey headphones. You made the selection process easy for me 😁
I tried Sony xm5 and Bose qc 45 and sure Sony xm5 had more feature and maybe a little better noise cancelling with about the same sound quality to me but with the qc 45 were just so much more comfortable to me and more Convenient to me that it could stay stable on my head without me noticing. That’s why I returned the xm5 for the qc45. But I would say if your there for mic clarity xm5 has 8 mics for clear phone calls
I appreciate you taking the time to watch the video and sharing your thoughts!
same here... I sold the xm5 and bought qc45, qc 45 is not that hot, and much more comfortable, with music on, I would say you can't hear the difference in ANC. ... but have to admit, xm5 has better wind noise cancellation. but if you just sit there, the qc45 is much much more comfortable. if you have to work more than an hour in a cafe, qc 45 is better... just turn on the music to block the noise better
@@misterchamstandupcomedy5560 I appreciate you taking the time to watch and sharing your thoughts!
but for built quality that will last you for years go for bose.. as i touch the xm5 on the store display i know it's headband nkt gonna last for 2 yearS.
Dude again your reviews are awesome…. I went with the qc45….they’ve been on my head since I opened the package last nite! These things are the bomb! Not hearing one outside noise….
Welcome back! I’m glad the videos helped. The QC45 are a great pair of headphones. I’m sure you’ll be very happy with them. The headphones are ridiculously comfortable and the noise cancellation is insane! I really appreciate you taking the time to watch and comment!
@@DelonteM it's so weird because I can hear almost everything with the quiet mode on
@@beyondview Wow, if they are new, I would return them and get a new set of headphones. You may have received a bad pair. The QC45 has been one of the top contenders in noise canceling for a lot of my tests. Bose updated the headphones as well to receive better noise canceling compared to when I first purchased them. I hope you can return them and try a new set of QC45 headphones or at least be able to go to a store and see if there is a difference… I appreciate you taking the time to watch and share your experiences with the headphones!
@@DelonteM QC45 are not in the same level as the XM4 or xm5
@@chefgav1 Welcome back! I appreciate you sharing your experiences with the XM4 and XM5 headphones. The QC45 and the XM5 offer listening experiences and features that are good depending on what that person needs. There are pros and cons to both…
Thank you so much for this review and compare, this is so detailed! It's really helpful in helping me make a educated decision :D
No problem at all! I’m glad the video helped. I appreciate you taking the time to watch!
Your reviews are so helpful! Think I am sticking with my qc35iis for one or two more years though. Hopefully when the qc45iis release it will be a full worthwhile upgrade.
Thanks, I really appreciate the comment! I also have high hopes for the QC45 II as well. I’m really hoping they do something special with the Bose 700 headphones as well, since it is the flagship pair of headphones for Bose. I appreciate you taking the time to share your thoughts!
If they break before then check with bose to see if you can upgrade for free or with a discounted price. I just had mine upgraded to the qc45s for free even though they were out of warranty
@@thewhitegoldfish I appreciate you taking the time to watch and share your thoughts!
This is one of the best product reviews I’ve ever seen!
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Great review covering all the important aspects!
I think I’ll go ahead with the XM5s (mostly because I already have a pair of QC45s)
Thanks for taking the time to watch the video! I don’t think you can go wrong with either. I go back and forth between the two all the time 😂
did you get the xm5? hows the sound quality compared?
Yeah same, if you can answer question just above??
Hey guys
Noise cancellation: QC45 is much better I feel
Looks, fit and feel : XM5 is much more comfortable around my ears and it looks much better too in my opinion
Sound: I really can’t differentiate.
@@nithin2743 Welcome back! I appreciate you taking the time to share your thoughts on the headphones!
great editing on this video bro you making it big
Thanks, I appreciate you noticing the effort! I’m trying, hopefully it pays off…
Thanks for the great review. I bought the xm5 and after much playing around with the EQ settings I have managed to get the best sound for me. I listen to bass heavy music like hip-hop and EDM. Try this and let me know what you think. From left to right +2 +4 +7 +5 +9 clear bass +5.
Thank you for the explanation 🙌🏻
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This is a pretty good review nice job
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Nice video bro. You got me sold on the Bose I’m a audio engineer and need a accurate balanced pair to listen to when I’m on the go, the Bose QC45 sound like the move!
Thanks, the QC45 will definitely fit your needs better. Let us know what you think of them when you get them. I appreciate you taking the time to watch!
Hey Delonte! Hope you're doing amazing. Just wondering, do you use the eq feature on the qc45? if so, what settings do you think is the best?
Hey Jeremy! I use the QC45 EQ at +4 bass, +2 mids, and +2 highs. This gives me a bit more bass and keeps the highs bright enough, but not too bright. It also brings the mids forward just a bit. I should have placed this in the video… I appreciate you taking the time to watch!
Very good review and comparison! Was actually curious about this video and it didn’t disappoint.
Both headphones do some things better than the other and that’s because the manufacturers are kinda aiming to slightly different kind of consumers and for each of these consumers both headphones are excellent depending on their personal preferences and use cases.
The QC45s are still the most comfortable ANC headphones one can buy mainly because of the larger and tilted earcups inside which fits even the largest ears but also because they’re a tiny bit lighter.
The sound is subjective and you pointed it out excellently that it really is personal preference and especially the kind of music one chooses to listen to. If you listen more hard rock or house music then the XM5s would sound much better to you, but if you’re listening to literally any other kind of music then the QC45s do a much better job at instrument separation and accuracy.
One last thing I would like to point out is the construction of the headphones.
As I believe I said before as well, the QC45s headband is made out of metal just like the previous QC35s. What this means is that, in a few years if the top cushioning and padding start scraping away and look bad, you can literally cut it off with scissors and buy and install a brand new one extremely easily and by doing so you can also see that the headband is metal all around under the plastic housing which also gives the headphones very high flexibility without the danger of snapping the headband in two because metal doesn’t do that.
I’m not honestly sure what lies underneath the headband cushioning on the XM5s but it certainly doesn’t feel as flexible or as resistant as the Bose’s and I’m pretty sure it would be pretty difficult to replace whatever cushioning the headband is covered in as it doesn’t look to be user replaceable whatsoever so you might just get stuck with it for the entire lifetime of the headphones which honestly isn’t a good thing, not to mention that it also kinda creates a hard spot on the head.
That’s why I would consider also these things when spending that kind of money on an ANC pair of headphones which are meant to be as comfortable as possible for as long as possible but also it’s consumable materials such as all the cushioning and ear pads easily changeable by the end user.
Overall great comparison!
Welcome back! I was definitely waiting to see what your thoughts were. I agree, the headphones are definitely made for specific types of listeners. I have no issues with the QC45 build quality and I love the fact that the QC45 still uses the clicking mechanism. I’m very OCD about having the headphones the same length on both sides. I also love the fact that you can get right back to where you were a lot easier with the clicking mechanism. The QC45 are definitely one of the most comfortable pairs of headphones I own, hands down. I hope they look more at comfort with the updated Bose 700 headphones as well! I really appreciate you coming back and sharing your thoughts!
@@DelonteM I tested many headphones in the past year and for me personally the sound and comfort are the most important factors. When I tested the Bose 700s I was kinda disappointed in both the sound and the comfort, the QC45s sound is clearer and crisper and the comfort is unmatched. The 700s unfortunately are a bit too tight on the head which maybe is good for people who like running for example but it just isn't that comfortable for long periods of time. The 700s maybe don't look like but I can honestly tell that their earcups are a few millimetres smaller than the earcups on the QC45s which kinda slightly touch my ears in the corners enough to make me not buy them, but of course I hoped the XM5s wouldn't have this issue but they certainly do unfortunately, the predecessors XM4s have more spacious earcups than the XM5s which doesn't make sense why Sony made them like this.
The XM5s also look a little bigger on the head so they stick out a bit more while the QC45s are let's say sleeker looking.
I forgot to touch a bit the ambient sound feature which both headphones do a great job at but with the Sony's it's a bit odd that you have to keep your palm on the cup for as long as you speak which makes my arm want to fall off after a few seconds while on the QC45s you just press the button and it stays on until you press it again to go back into ANC mode, which is much more practical. The speak function on the XM5s which turns ambient sound on when you start speaking was never perfect and it always detects other voices or sounds which is quite annoying and makes that feature unusable especially if you like singing along with your music or speak to yourself because who doesn't do that at some point haha
@@Squidboyy I don’t really use the speak to chat feature either, lol. I know people that swear by it, so I had to include it. If you sing along with your music, don’t use it. I use the quick attention feature a lot. This is one of the features that I thought would be a gimmick, until I seen how useful it really is. You can press the BC/Ambient button to have a full conversation without the hand on the ear cup. The quick attention feature is for quick items. The QC45 headphones are definitely one of the most comfortable headphones out. My ears don’t touch at all using the QC45 headphones. A great pair of headphones for long listening sessions. I prioritize sound when searching for audio equipment. People have different reasons for why they choose their audio equipment, but for me, sound is king.
@@Squidboyy Dude, same camp on NC700’s (and I’ve also had QC35, XM4 and XM5, considering QC45). The clamping force provided zero overall benefit vs. other headphones (albeit maybe needed due to weight). That is: Less comfortable AND less clamping. So, far inferior to their predecessor in terms of clamping/comfort/hold.
100% with you on the ears situation; same experience w/ XM4 vs. XM5 and the NC700’s. And “speak to chat”; good idea, horrible in practice. Yep, you mumble to yourself or, more likely, simply sing with the music - just cuts it off. That’s not a good experience. Over complicated. Probably also the reason my XM4’s started bugging out (in phone calls, the mic mutes but ONLY once you start talking, so weird).
p.s. The Sony’s are configurable with their button on the left. One slight upgrade from XM4 to XM5 is that you can configure that button so that 1 simple press toggles between ANC & passthrough (whereas the XM4 requires you to cycle through 3 total settings). Not sure why they didn’t do this by default!! You end up with people like yourself not even realizing this was possible, which is such a dumb design.
@@DelonteM Yeah, priorities vary. Like in my use case (office work), I want headphones I can use all day working 10hrs in front of my computer (with breaks) and can use my computer and my iPhone or iPad and also use for phone calls. For computer/Zoom meetings, I ditch Bluetooth entirely and use a third party mic (in my case, a wireless ModMic right now). So, that means that sound quality and ANC are important to me (especially ANC for productivity and focus, I love to cancel out some of the clicking of my mech keyboard). Also, it’s ability to switch between 2 devices. It’s ability to have working microphones when I’m not using the ModMic on the computer (ahem XM4) and then passthrough, which I use a lot when getting up and having chats with folks or to just be aware of my surroundings when doing stuff.
I really appreciated the video, it was exhaustive and clear but I didn’t understand what’s your go about the noise canceling, cause in the video you are stating that Xm5s NC is better when it comes to efficiency, but replying to some comments you are saying that Qc45 is the king of NC. Maybe it’s me I didn’t get the right point, hopefully you’ll help me figuring it out (I personally think, based on the video tests, xm5s are better for nc anche calls mics)
Thank you! 🙌🏼
Thanks for taking the time to watch! The QC45 pulled ahead in the noise cancellation test. We are literally splitting heirs, but the QC45 has the lead by a very very very small margin. Both are in the top 3 for wireless Bluetooth noise canceling headphones, but in my opinion, the QC45 has a small lead over the Sony XM5 in noise cancellation. I appreciate you taking the time to share your thoughts and I hope that helps!
I like the qc45. Buttons make a huge difference and the ability to toggle sources from the actual headphones. These features are MANDATORY. if the qc45 cost 3x as much as the Sony I’d still buy them. Btw u said 2, but qc 45 can cycle 5 sources. My appletv, iPad, iPhone and shield are all on the qc45. I just press a button on the headset to cycle. On the xm5, you need a phone to change sources
Thanks for taking the time to watch the video! I meant to say multiple devices. I have a ton of devices connected myself. I agree, being able to toggle devices from the headphones has been great and something’s I miss when I switch headphones. I don’t mind the gestures, especially the Bose 700 gestures. I’m hoping the Sony XM5 don’t have problems in the future with cold temperatures… You don’t really get problems like that with buttons though. We’ll see how they do in the near future. I really appreciate you taking the time to watch and share your thoughts!
@@DelonteM the touch I hate because I use nc to fall asleep or listen to an audiobook and for some reason the touch always activates through the pillow or if my shoulder hits it laying down. I’m hoping the new AirPods max are touch so I can find the older model for $300
@@trumpdrago517 Using gestures is a pain in certain circumstances, lol. I remember using the XM3 headphones in the winter. The touch portion would not respond and it was really frustrating… Buttons are definitely better in those situations… I have a pair of headphones that use both gestures and buttons and the tap portion has froze a few times… There’s definitely an argument that can be made for buttons.
Very good video.... I have the Bose Quietcomfort 45 and I love it. I can conveniently pair it with my Bose Smart Soundbar 300. so watching TV is really fun!!!! The fact that an equalizer for the Quietcomfort 45 is now available makes the thing perfect... I like the sound very much because the voices are clear ... and the bass can now be increased to your own taste... wonderfully 💪👍she wore yesterday 4 hours at a time without any problems... the Quietcomfort 45 are the perfect all-rounder. Bose has done a great job.
Thanks for taking the time to watch! The QC45 headphones are some of the most comfortable pair of headphones I have. The updated noise cancellation and EQ have made the headphones shine in my opinion. I’m waiting to see what Bose does with the next generation of Bose 700 headphones… I have a feeling it will be something special! Thanks for taking the time to share your thoughts!
@@DelonteM so theres am upcoming bose 700 2nd gen??
@@vincentforonda7381 Welcome back! I have not heard anything yet about the 2nd generation. It has definitely been a while and the 700 headphones are in need of an upgrade… I’ll let you all know as soon as I get info on the second generation Bose 700 headphones!
Привет. Через какое приложение ты настраиваешь наушники?
You have a very pleasant speaking style! The opposite of boring!
Thanks, I really appreciate your comment! Thanks for stopping by!
May I ask, did you bump the bass here on the qc45s? Coz, comparing to your sound test from whxm4 vs qc45. The qc45 bass there is almost non existent. 🤔
broooo great comparison
thanks for the video ; i have a question. xm4 or bose Q45. and why ?
Are there any big differences between the qc35 II and the qc45 very bid in terms of sound and 🎤?
I still love mine… qc35 II , only downside is when answering phone calls… it doesn’t react really when pushing the button to answer every time… it is more of a bug 🐜 think cause it lags even after answering via the phone instead. Other than that I really love them.
Have had them since 2018 .
Thanks for taking the time to watch. The QC35 ii were one of the best headphones when released. The QC35 ii headphones still sound good and as long as you are ok with the older tech in the headphones, use them until they stop working! The Bose QC45 headphones are using Bluetooth 5.2 which brings a lot more to the table than Bluetooth 4.2. For example, you get more Bluetooth range, lower latency when playing video games or streaming, and the connectivity between devices is a lot stronger with the versions of Bluetooth through 5.2. Also the Bose Connect app is used with the QC35 ii. The Bose Music app is used with the more recent headphones which gives you a little more control with things like an EQ. Both headphones sound good and both are really comfortable. If you don’t see a need for the newest tech as of yet and the headphones still work for you, keep them going until they become a problem. I hope this helps!
Based on your review I finally made my choice between these two and it's XM5. Thanks for the review and fair comparison.
No problem at all! I’m glad the video helped.
your video production is top notch.
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@@DelonteM I will be waiting for your next comparison
@@aakashaugustine2761 You will not have to wait too long! The next video is about the Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3, but another comparison will come soon after that. I appreciate all your support!
@@DelonteM can we have your desk setup video and the gear you use every day?
@@aakashaugustine2761 That’s a great idea! I did a MacBook Pro desk setup video, but it was centered around the MacBook Pro. I’ve been wanting to do an actual desk setup video for a while now… I just never got to actually do it… I’ll see what I can do to make that happen! Thanks again!
neat review!
Thanks, I appreciate you taking the time to watch the video!
Very Good Review !!!
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Brother which one is good for movie watching ???
Bose F up'd ANC with updates on later QC 35ii model and never fixed it, just bought XM5s after those broke and was no brainer. It's much about the software as it's the product itself for me.
Thanks for taking the time to watch! The Sony XM5 headphones have a ton of options and the noise canceling/transparency modes are excellent. You really can’t go wrong with the XM5 headphones! I appreciate you taking the time to share your thoughts!
how much do the qc45 actually leak when you have them on?
In term of anc, Is the qc 45 the best noise cancellation headset now?
In my opinion, yes. There could be an update that changes that or a pair of headphones released soon, but as the typing of this comment, the QC45 has the noise canceling section. The Sony WH 1000XM5 headphones are the complete package, in my opinion. But if you’re looking for the best in noise cancellation, the QC45 headphones are the headphones you want! I appreciate you taking the time to watch!
I wished there was a bigger focus towards the EQ settings on the QC45 as it was something that it did not include on launch, while Sonys came with it on default.
I’m considering buying new headphones now and I want to get the QC 45 (build quality/comfort) however I tried them out before and I wasn’t a fan of how “flat” they sounded. I’m so curious to know if the EQ made a substantial difference in its overall sound. If there was noticeable difference then I’m really willing to pick up a pair
I’m coming from a XM4, so I like some “oomph” in my sound 😅
The EQ definitely makes a difference, but if you are coming from the XM4 and want the bass that those headphones provide, I would look more so to the XM5... The Sennheiser Momentum 4 are another pair of headphones I would recommend if you want good bass as well as a good detailed pair of headphones that are a little on the bright side. I have a few videos and shorts on the Momentum 4 as well. The EQ does make the QC45 better, but they are still a more balanced or neutral pair of headphones. I appreciate you taking the time to watch and I hope this helps!
I like this feature on Bose QC45 as you turn on ANC mode the female voice says "quiet", but instead they could have used Johnny Lawrence voice from Cobra Kai when yells "QUIET!!!" lol
for anyone who uses these for work, there is no mic mute button on the sony but there is on the QC45 >.>
I appreciate you taking the time to watch! Thanks for sharing.
Since i already have bose 700, do you recommend me go for the qc45? Its on sale right now for $250, thanks a lot
Welcome back! I believe my link has them on sale for $230, which is even better. They sound really good and has been updated with an equalizer. The noise cancellation has been updated as well, the update did a lot for the QC45 headphones. They are definitely a good purchase! Not really a needed purchase, but a good one if you really want to try them. Try it out on Amazon and return them if you think it wasn’t worth it. I appreciate you coming by again!
Hey man, I loved your video, I am really confused between xm4 and xm5, qc45 are really costly in my area, so it's not an option, I really want the xm4 because of better comfort, good bass and manual ANC compared to xm5 but the only reason stopping me from buying xm4 is mic, I do zoom calls and other calls and xm4 mic is pretty bad so can u tell me if xm5 is better than xm4 and also with the lastest update has adaptive ANC been fixed?
Thanks for taking the time to watch the video! The XM5 call quality is one of the best on the market. I use the XM5 to compare how good other headphones call quality is, the XM5 is that good! The XM5 noise cancellation is one of the best as well. In my opinion, the XM5 and the QC45 are the best out as of right now, when it comes to noise cancellation! I generally recommend either the QC45 or the XM5 when someone says they need a pair of headphones with good call quality, noise cancellation, and sound. The XM5 is a really good all around pair of wireless Bluetooth headphones. I hope this helps!
@Delont'e M. thanks, man. I bought the xm5 today
@@shivverma1459 no problem at all. I’m sure you will love them!
@@shivverma1459 hows it going? i bought the XM4s, like it but wondering if they did myself wrong now that i plan on keeping these for the next 2-3 years.
I have both XM4 and XM5, considering QC45. I also have and still use the old QC35 and even previously owned (and ditched) the NC700’s. The issue with Sony’s XM4/XM5 line for me I noticed is that they may be over complicated. I’m convinced the weird bug in my XM4’s (relating to microphone, which mutes *after* you start talking!) is due to the complexity of the software/electronics, thus the failure. I feel like they focused WAY too much on features I (and probably others) may not care about, like 360 audio, “speak to chat” (which is *super annoying* AF to me, nice in some situations, but if you even mumble to yourself at all, it just kills your music, lol), their “adaptive sound control” where it varies depending on where you are or whatever… c’mon. Then there are _downgrades_ in how it switches between devices from XM4 to XM5. The XM5’s will _interrupt_ what you’re listening to (say, a zoom meeting where every word counts!) with a stupid “ding” sound from your iPad. Seriously… NC700’s had similar issues with being overly complex, but it’s been so long, I’ve happily forgotten about my frustrations there. The QC35’s were blissfully simple, man. The XM4’s were very good overall and not annoying (in terms of bugs) aside from the particular failure of the mics/firmware that I had after a few years. 😞
And that’s not to mention the comfort. My ears are a little big, I guess. The XM4’s were ok in that department (not as good as QC35’s) but the XM5’s rub on the inside. Also, their ear pads do NOT seal as well as the XM4’s which are softer (compressible, that is) for me because I wear eyeglasses. So that kneecaps some of the ANC as well. So far, a frustrating experience at a price tag of $400 vs. the $230 I’m considering now for the QC45’s.
I forgot to add the fact that I whole heartedly agree with you on the speak to chat feature… I ensure that is off as soon as I receive a pair of Sony headphones. If you sing at all with your music, turn it off 🤣
Why ditch the 700s? Tossing between the both.
@@aprilsky8474 Thanks for taking the time to watch! I love the NC700 headphones, especially for working out! I hope they make the next generation better, with better audio, noise canceling, and comfort. We should hear about the next generation of the 700s soon…
I love the sound on this headset. However, I don't like the sound leakage. I feel conscious that I'll be disturbing other people in quiet settings. Is there any alternative that does not have this amount of leakage?
Which headphone your talking about
Which would pair has the best noise cancellation? Please advise.
Por mucho los XM5
Sorry for the third rant, lol, but… XM5’s volume synchronization across devices, I think you maybe touched on it at the end (or maybe that was something else): That’s a huge annoyance for me vs. the XM4’s which just left that alone. Specifically, what I noticed happening was I’d have my PC at 30% (say, loud music) and then my iPad at 60% (say, quiet video). Going from PC to iPad, I’d turn it up to 60%. But when I switched back to my PC and played my music, immediately as soon as I started playing, _then_ the volume would jump from the previous 30% to 60% and then hurt my ears. No way to turn that off that I could find. So. Friggin’. Annoying.
Yet another example of being over complicated. Just be headphones, dang it.
I appreciate you taking the time to watch! I think you would enjoy the QC45 headphones. Except I would wait to see if they bring out the new generation NC700. Those headphones are heavily due for an update and I’m sure they are going to be releasing something special. The one negative with the QC45 is the fact that the app is the same… You will need to sign into the app to use it, which is ridiculous. I plan to make a video about this as well, but the only reason apps want you to log in is to build a profile on your listening experiences. The QC45 ear pads are larger and deeper, Bose generally has some of the most comfortable pairs of headphones. The Sony headphones have a ton of features, while the Bose headphones are more simpler. The Bose app has gotten a lot better with its consistency after a few updates. I would say download the app, do what you need to do in the app, then get rid of it altogether (until you need it again). I’ve been doing that with the apps that require you to sign in and it has been good. You don’t need the app again until you need to make changes. l have a video coming discussing the mod mic as well. Really nice mic that is severely underrated… I appreciate you taking the time to share your experiences, hopefully it helps the next person who reads this.
p.s. Adding to my other comment, but top level: The thing that drive me *insane* with the NC700’s was the new app/software, believe it or not. At the time, they wouldn’t even let you use the app unless you signed into it. It was buggy. It required login every week or so. That is so user hostile, because that means now I have to *wait* for login to complete when opening the app: even if I’m already logged in, I have to wait for it to hit the server, validate my session/login, etc. Then you can use the app. But what if you’re offline? What a huge PITA and such bad UI/UX.
Do they still require that? If so: Core to my other point, once again: Over complicated. Nice thing about the QC35II’s is that at least they don’t require that either. Simplicity is key.
I skipped on buying XM5s because of auto NC feature and got myself a pair of XM4s. I looooooove the NC but they hurt like hell after an hour or so even though i have small ears! Should i switch to Q45 or even 700's? Would i have to compromise on NC for comfort? Or is it not worth switching at all? I literally don't give a damn about the price, i just want comfortable super NC headphones. Any suggestions?
Thanks for taking the time to watch the video! If you are focused on noise cancellation, the Bose QC45 currently have the crown. That could change when Bose finally releases the next generation Bose 700 headphones, which is due for an upgrade. If we are looking at right now, the QC45 is the noise canceling king. The headphones are also one of the most comfortable pairs of headphones on the market. With the QC45 you would not have to compromise comfort or noise cancellation. The sound is pretty good as well. There are headphones like the Mark Levinson 5909 and the Focal Bathys, but the QC45 beats them hands down in noise cancellation. If your main goals are noise cancellation and comfort, the QC45 is the way to go. I hope this helps!
@@DelonteM Thank you! I'll return my XM4's this weekend to get q45's. I'm so glad i bought a one month changing period.
@@AlphaInsomnia No problem, let us know what you think of the QC45 when you get them!
@@AlphaInsomnia update? Can get sony xm4s for 202$, or qc45 for 232$ rn, and xm5 for 230$ rn, homie works at a tech store got the hook up
@@ahasidic7172 Went to return the XM4s but the guy at the tech store told me to give it a chance and use them till the end of the changing period. Glad to to say i did it it because i kept them ever since. They kinda grew up on me, i’m really happy with them. Go for the XM4s.
Great review, amazing quality.
My take:
Sony for bass thumping or upbeat music lovers
Bose for people who needs mic function more than music, business travellers I guess.
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Great video, great review. Just a quick question, I own the Bose QC 35 ii, in your opinion, would it be recommended to upgrade to the QC 45 or should i wait for the next release?
Thanks for taking the time to watch the video! The QC35 ii are a great pair of headphones. I would not replace them with the QC45 unless you are starting to notice issues with the QC35 ii. They share a lot of the same things. The QC45 headphones are the newest edition with the latest and greatest technology, but both headphones sound great. The QC35 ii actually has a few more whistles to them than the QC45... I would upgrade if you wanted the newest technology or if the QC35 ii headphones are showing their age a little much. Also, Bose should be upgrading the Noise Canceling 700 headphones, which should be a really good upgrade. Especially since the Noise Canceling 700 headphones seem tp be the flagship. I'm hoping they give us something special and can't wait to see what they give us there. I appreciate you taking the time to watch and sharing your thoughts!
Thank you so much for replying. I will take your advice. Ive had my QC35 ii for around 2 years and they still work great with no issues. So i will wait to see what they bring out with the 700
@@angelsales8544 No problem, I was thinking to do a Bose QC35 ii vs QC45 video… I am really hoping they give us something special in the next gen 700 headphones. We will see!
@@DelonteM Yes, that one is great. If you do that video. Some people like myself would love to see that. It helps with decision making on staying with the EQ35 ii or upgrading. Ive been looking all over for that video, and im sure many people have too.
@@angelsales8544 Ok, I can definitely look into making this video! I was worried people would not be too interested. Especially since the QC35 is an older pair of headphones. I have had a good number of people asking this question though.. Thanks for helping me realize there is a need for the video!
The most important thing is balancing the sound between details retrieval and close to neutral. If anyone familiar with sennheiser momentum then you understand what is actually sound for audiophile. But it’s ANC is not good enough. But another headphone who have sennheiser momentum like sound is apple’s AirPod Max, but the the problem of this headphone is it’s low frequency (below 400hz) is not optimised properly so is anyone who like acoustic like sound or vocals only then AirPods Max is perfect. But it’s has no built in equaliser so that’s a big drawback for this headphone.
But between Bose and Sony yes Bose is more comfortable and they are almost equal in terms of ANC but when it comes to sound Bose tends to emphasis mid ranges more than any other frequencies. So yes may the instruments sound more emphasis, more prominent on bose but overall the balance between mid, high and low are terrific, they are too spread out and just way different than recording one. In the other hand Sony tends to dull sound signature like nothing is exciting not trying to pull out any separate frequencies unlike xm4 and xm3 which are always tends to bring low frequencies out more than other frequencies. So in xm5 yes they still have a little emphasis on lower frequencies but it’s not overwhelming or booming which actually affects on other frequencies before. The bass is deeper on xm5 but still you can get every frequencies and it sounds close to neutral. It’s still not as good as momentum’s sound quality. But still it very close when you use it’s equaliser. And also this year Sony trying to optimise their ANC which not effect on sound quality as before. I think this move is the best move from Sony on its 1000x headset series in terms of sound quality. Yeah Bose is good but the midrange are way to spread out which made the overall sound quality far from neutral. So if anyone has prioritise on sound quality between these two go for Sony and also If anyone use android then definitely go for Sony. Because yes LDAC codec is make a little difference too.
I appreciate you taking the time to watch! The Sennheiser Momentum line of headphones are great when it comes to sound. They have done a better job with the Momentum 4 when it comes to noise cancellation, but not quite on the level of the Sony XM5. I have a video discussing the Sony XM5 bs Sennheiser Momentum 4 on the channel. I plan to do a video discussing the momentum 4 vs the AirPods Max as well. I appreciate you sharing your thoughts and experiences with the headphones!
@@DelonteM absolutely sir but I think momentum is better to go bcz anc is already good if your volume is over 60%
@@soumyadipbera3269 very true 🤣
Im thinking wich one to get, anyone here have any suggestions, which ones sound better?
Thanks for taking the time to watch! Sound is very subjective… Are you looking for a bright set of headphones or an emphasis on lows? There are other things to consider as well, but there isn’t a clear cut answer until we know what you are looking for specifically in a pair of headphones.
Is it possible to turn off Bluetooth and have ANC on? Which has better ANC this or earbuds 2?
Thanks for taking the time to watch! I think you’re asking in regards to the QC45, right? If so, you can turn off Bluetooth in wired mode and still use the ANC on and aware features. I hope this helps!
@@DelonteM Super helpful thanks!
@@TomerBenDavid no problem!
I just buy bose qc45 a few days ago and notice that serial number on the box and in bose music app is different. Is anyone have dealt with that? Is that normal? The headphones works and sounds great btw
I would imagine it should all match... It should be fine as long as the serial number on the headphones match the serial number on the app. The serial number on the headphones is located on the inside of the right ear cup, at the top. Peel down the fabric just a little bit and you will see it in very small print. It should be good to go as long as that matches. I hope this helps!
@@DelonteM I just checked it, the serial numbers on headphones and on the app are the same, thanks you for advice
@@Sergun129 No problem at all! I’m glad everything checked out.
my quiet comfort 35 II got stolen at my gym, based on pure loudness which one should i go for here?
They both get pretty loud, but the Sony XM5 are louder and maintain the music better at the loudest level. The QC45 balances the music at all levels. At the highest level, the music sounds drained… mids and lows are missing… the QC45 get really loud though and are excellent headphones, just don’t raise the volume to the max… I hope this helps!
Would you recommend one more for the gym?
Thanks for taking the time to watch! If I were to I pick one for working out, it would be the Bose QC45. They have actual buttons and they are one of the most comfortable pairs of headphones on the market. Lifting weights and things like that should not be too much of an issue with the QC45. The Bose 700 headphones would be better than both of these for working out. They use touch controls, but they also are IPX4 certified for sweat and splash resistance. I hope this helps!
Is Bose durable ? Like it doesn’t break easy ? I don’t want to get it and breaks in couple of months
Yes, the Bose QC45 are very durable. There are a ton of people still using the Bose QC 35 headphones with no issues. I've even seen some QC25 headphones out there still being used... These headphones should last you for a long while. I appreciate you taking the time to watch!
I have both, sony Xm5 has the noise cancelling advantage but the price of that is ear sweat due to the cups sealing around the ears. Working out in these is a no go. My Bose Qc45 is more comfortable, a step down in noise cancelling, but better sound and better fit around the ears. After 18 months daily use my Sony XM5 stopped charging. $180 to repair. Im sticking with Bose.
Thanks for taking the time to share your assessment of the headphones! It’s good to get a variety of opinions so people can make an informed decision when buying!
Buy there is only one thing that i don’t prefer with xm5 that it doesn’t have cushion like the bose qc 45 so the bose can be with you for long time
Thanks for taking the time to watch the video! I have to agree with you on this. The Bose QC45 cushion is really good. This is why you see people with much older Bose headphones and the headphones still look good. I appreciate you taking the time to watch and share your thoughts!
Already made my selection (Bose) before I saw this vid - so my comment is ... for ... YOU ;-)
Excellent video man!
Subscribing.
Follow up - my music player app has a fairly detailed EQ and I use a few custom settings. Also using the (basic) EQ upgrade provided by Bose ... this compensates for the discernably "flat" factory settings Bose has offered here.
Happiness.
I appreciate you taking the time to watch! An EQ definitely makes a difference. Welcome to the team!
Easy choice - Xm5. The xm4 is still a phenomenal pair of over-the-ears and sony went even further with the xm5.
The XM5 are a great pair of headphones with tons of features. I have recommended these headphones to a lot of people! I appreciate you taking the time to watch!
Not for me - I sent them back, I hate the way they feel on my head. The clamping force and lack of padding was a problem for my skull.
@@JB.zero.zero.1 I appreciate you taking the time to watch and sharing you thoughts!
Is it possible to increase bass on the bose?
Welcome back! Yes, the Bose QC45 has been updated with an equalizer on the app. You now have access to a three band equalizer which can adjust the highs, mids, and lows. I appreciate you taking the time to watch!
@@DelonteM Thanks for response, it's good to be back🤸♀️ XD. I going to buy the qc 45. I really wanted to go with the xm4 because bass is non negotiable to me, but the qc45 i can also use it for general aviation. So that will offer the best value for me. I just hoping that the bass is not THAT bad...
@@jasonMB999 If you’re looking for bass, the Sony XM4 and XM5 headphones are tough to beat. The sound demo of the QC45 is good, but Bose adjust the music as you change the volume. Bass gets a little lower as you raise the volume. It still sounds really good, but the XM5 and XM4 headphones will bring a ton of bass at louder levels… I think you will be happy with either, but bass is better on the XM4 and the XM5 headphones. Either way, let us know what you get and your thoughts on how they sound!
I still find it dumb that both these are advertised for people on the go but don't have any kind of water or ingress rating/ protection. I've personally had my xm4's die and refuse to turn on because a slight bead of rain totalled the charging port, and short the internal circuitry. I mean, technically speaking, the Sony's fare better with touch controls (i.e., less means for water to get in versus a button), but it's far from ideal. Also, considering it is 2023 and the cases only serve as a means to contain the headphones is a huge missed opportunity, I'd love to see the case double as a power bank/ charge station for the headphones when not in use, thus giving more battery without being tethered to a wall, or worse, wait till you get home. Not only that, but it might give people more of a reason to carry and use the case.
A charging case sounds like a very cool idea, but would also increase the costs of the units and they are already pushing the edges of the budget for that price point. Also, with 25-35 hours of play time and 3 hours on a 15 minute quick charge, the need for a case recharger is kind of overkill. AirPods need them because their battery life is much shorter....
Regarding being weather proof, they are not rated for water and should not be exposed to rain. Hence, the cases lol.
What is LDAC and Codec for the sony's?
Welcome back, I'm still in the unpacking phase of moving and missed this question. There is quite a bit to this particular question. I go over this question in the video (the bluetooth section). That section should give you the answers you are looking for.
I honestly dont like the ANC on the sony one cause it kinda hurts my eardrums like its getting suctioned or something when I tried it. The bose is truly the most comfortable between the two.
@pop Thanks for taking the time to watch! The Bose QC45 are one of the most comfortable pairs of headphones available at the time of writing this. An easy recommendation for people looking for comfort as their number one priority. I appreciate you taking the time to share your thoughts!
nice ✅
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Thanks for the review. I don’t know why no one is talking about the price. Bose is $150 cheaper than Sony. At this price point Bose is a no Brainer.
I really want to buy the xm5s, but I am not sure about the comfort, what do you think?
Thanks for taking the time to watch! Both the QC45 and the XM5 headphones are really comfortable. The Sony XM5 does not have as much room in the ear cup as the QC45, but the headphones are very light, with almost non existent clamping force. The QC45 takes the win in comfort, but the XM5 are right next to it. Most people I know love the feel of the XM5 headphones. There are some people that do not like the way the ear cups are made, but if you have small to medium sized ears, you should be good to go! Try them out and return them if they don’t work the way you need them to. I hope this helps!
@@DelonteM thank you a lot, how does the top headband feel?
@@DelonteM I tried them on in a store and they felt nice on the ears but not great on the top, how long can you wear them for before they start to hurt, and do your ears get hot when wearing them?
@@suli_xli I can wear these headphones for hours without fatigue. If you have these concerns and tried them in the store with pain at the top of the head, I would not get the Sony XM5 headphones. There are plenty of headphones out that will be comfortable and sound good. The Sennheiser Momentum 4 and the Bowers &Wilkins PX7 S2 easily come to mind. I have videos for both of those headphones on the channel. I would not get a pair of headphones I already experienced pain with for a very short time of use.
@@DelonteM they weren’t that bad, they still felt comfortable, I think it’s because I put them in the wrong place. When I moved them back they felt better
man im sick of trying to decide between headphones :(
still am conflicted between xm4’s and the qc45’s. unless i find xm5’s at a sale.. ugh
I appreciate you taking the time to watch! I would look at the QC45 headphones if you need a nice neutral sound and excellent noise cancellation. The Sony XM5/4 headphones are really good at noise cancellation as well, but the QC45 are marginally better. If you are the type to listen to a lot of bass or want a ton of features that will keep the headphones relevant for a long time, the XM5/4 would be the better options. I would use the QC45 headphones for reference headphones over the XM5 and the QC45 is a lot more comfortable. The QC45 does not get hot on the ears easily. I hope this helps a little...
Forgot to mention, I do have a video with the Sony XM4 vs QC45 as well…
@@DelonteM i appriciate you taking the time to reply, hope you’re having a good day :) unfortunetely i think imma wait more because qc45’s rose up in price again, and i wanna futureproof it a little lol so idk about xm4’s, probably going to wait for a sale for xm5’s
also i find it interesting that you find qc45’s noice cancelling better, every other reviewer said xm5’s are better in that area.
also, do qc45’s sound shouty or too treble heavy to you at all?
or does xm5s sound muddy because of the bass boost in the mids?
@@ahmetcankirmizi No problem at all! Bose optimizes the headphones so you get a decent sound at any level. This will reduce the bass at louder levels. The Sony XM5 headphones have an equalizer that can adjust the mids and lows for a more appropriate tune. I placed my settings for the XM5 headphones in the video, if you get the XM5 , try it out and let me know what you think. I’m hoping to see an update to the Bose 700 coming soon… I think they may bring all the modern features to the next generation 700 headphones and better sound since they are supposed to be the flagship. At least I hope so… The noise cancellation is definitely with the Bose QC45 right now. Not by a lot, but it is with the QC45. Sony may do an update and change this, but as of right now, the QC45 takes the win by a very small margin…
@@DelonteM interesting points, thank you for your input! (also there’s a sale again for a week lol i might just grab a pair)
good
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Wait a minute… neither are good for the gym? This is why I purchased them! For use in the gym and outdoor walks. I guess it will work, I’m only doing light gym work.
Welcome back! I know a lot of people that use both of these at the gym and they don’t have any issues with them. Just be careful since they don’t offer water resistance.
no se como pueden poner al bose 45 contra los xm5. los bose suenan demasiado agudos, no tiene ecualizador(si tiene pero esta muy limitado a agudo, medio y grave ) y la verdad por mas que lo configures no llega tener un buen sonido, los tuve que regresar y quedarme con los XM5
¡Gracias por tomarte el tiempo para ver el vídeo y compartir tus pensamientos! La gente tiene gustos diferentes cuando se trata de auriculares y mucha gente se queda atascada, comparando el Bose QC45 con el Sony XM5. El Bose QC45 tiene un ecualizador, es un ecualizador de tres bandas. El XM5 te da más en lo que respecta al ajuste fino, pero el QC45 tiene un ecualizador. A algunas personas les gusta el sonido de Bose y otras prefieren el sonido de Sony. Realmente depende de lo que estés buscando. Me encanta tener opiniones diferentes y estoy realmente feliz de que hayas expresado tus pensamientos.
@@DelonteM gracias, no sabia que tenia un ecualizador hasta que se actualizo la app y me notifico que se estaba actualizando los audifonos, pero igual lo note muy limitado que queria mejorar el audio pero no logre mucho, aun asi me sigo quedando con los sony, me deje llevar por un momento, pero la verdad sigo prefiriendo los sony por mucho, ya que los bose tienen un sonido mas agudo y lo veo muy dificil de mejorar para que no se escuche muy seco
Los Sony XM5 son un gran par de auriculares. Los auriculares vienen con un ecualizador que te permite hacer ajustes afinados, muy buena cancelación de ruido, muy buena calidad de llamada, y también suenan bien. Yo diría que los auriculares Sony XM5 son un paquete completo y definitivamente los recomiendo a mucha gente. ¡Te agradezco que te tomes el tiempo para compartir tus pensamientos!
If you are an audiophile, then Sony. If you arent one then Bose. Obviously, the comfort on QC is way better
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This vid literally stopped me from buying either of those being my gymrat headphones…
Yea, I wouldn’t buy these for the gym. They are both lightweight and don’t clamp much at all, but not something for the gym. The Bose 700 headphones are great for the gym! They actually have the IPX4 sweat and splash resistance. Bose may come out with the next gen NC 700 headphones next year, they are long due for an update. The NC 700 headphones sound great and have the IP certification for rigorous workouts. I appreciate you taking time time to watch and I hope this helps!
Am I the only one who doesn't like headphones with too much bass? It gives me a headache and I want to listen to every note, voice, etc. I think the bass eliminates most of those.
Thanks for taking the time to watch the video! I agree, I love bass, but I really love being able to take in everything the music has to give. A lot of people love that extra thump and this is why you see a lot of headphones bass boosted. I generally turn down the bass in most instances when I tune a pair of headphones. The review shows the headphones as they came, but both headphones have an equalizer so you play them as you like. I appreciate you taking the time to share your thoughts!
Sony look great but now the bose are so much cheaper because the new one came out id say its not worth the price difference for the performance difference
The Bose QC45 are a really nice pair of headphones. Especially at a discounted price. The new Bose headphones review coming soon!
@@DelonteMI got them for $200 bose. Is that decent ?
When you watch a long comparison review video and the host doesn't give an opinion by the end on what's best. 😖
Thanks for taking the time to watch! I don’t say what is best because I don’t want to color the viewer’s image of a product with what I think is best. I’m not trying to sell you the headphones… My intent is to place the information in front of you the best way I can, so you can take that information and say which is best for you. If you decide to purchase one of the headphones, I have a link in the description. If you don’t make the purchase or if you purchase somewhere else, that’s fine as well. I do these videos so people can see and hear a sample of what they are getting. I have had a good number of people say the videos have helped them make a decision to get or not get a product. I hope this helps!
Sony WH 1000XM5 dont have and abundant of space they infact the tightest fitting
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Bose sounded way better IMO
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Bought qc45 today and have to say, with an extra equaliser they are wonderful. Clear , deep bass , so comfortable. My whole massive ear fits in the cup. Had them at the gym , so light. Best headphones I ever had and they fold.
Paid €269. Goo value
I appreciate you taking the time to watch the video! The QC45 headphones are some of the most comfortable headphones out right now with really good sound. The equalizer and the updated noise cancellation has definitely placed them in the top echelon of wireless noise canceling headphones. Thanks for sharing your thoughts!
What do you mean by extra equaliser?
Auto anc ruined it for me
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Wtf r u doing with that sound test
WTF is this question???