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HiFiMan Sundara · 329 €Sony WH-1000XM5 · 329 €
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| What matters | HiFiMan SundaraHiFiManMedium confidence | Sony WH-1000XM5SonyMedium confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Worth Score | 7.0 | 8.1 (best in this comparison) |
| Best price | 329,00 € | 329,00 € |
| Confidence | Medium | Medium |
| Price fairness | 8.0 (best in this comparison) | 7.4 |
| Build quality | 6.4 | 8.0 (best in this comparison) |
| Performance | 9.1 | 9.6 (best in this comparison) |
| Longevity | 6.6 | 8.6 (best in this comparison) |
| Repairability | 6.2 (best in this comparison) | 5.2 |
| Support & warranty | 3.8 | 8.4 (best in this comparison) |
| Battery | — | 30 h with ANC |
| Noise cancelling | None — open back | Class leading |
| Weight | 372 g | 250 g |
| Connection | Detachable 3.5 mm dual-entry | Bluetooth 5.2, 3.5 mm |
| Replaceable pads | Yes — pads sold separately | Yes, €35 official |
| Best for | Planar detail without flagship pricing · Neutral, fast presentation · Anyone upgrading from the HD 600 | Long flights · All-day office wear · Call quality |
| Avoid if | You want a closed back · You need dependable after-sales support | You need them to fold flat into a coat pocket · You want a wired-first audiophile can |
| Main drawback | HiFiMan support is unreliable in Europe | No longer folds like the XM4 |
Verdict
The Sony WH-1000XM5 wins on both score and price.
Across these 2 headphones, the Sony WH-1000XM5 has both the highest Worth Score (8.1) and the best score per euro at 329,00 €. That is unusual — normally you trade one for the other. Its weak point is no longer folds like the XM4.
Best overallSony WH-1000XM5 — Highest Worth Score here at 8.1, 1.1 ahead of the HiFiMan Sundara. Best for long flights.
CheapestHiFiMan Sundara — 329,00 € — the entry point here. HiFiMan support is unreliable in Europe
Prototype data — prices and retailer stock are a fixed demo snapshot from 28 July 2026, not a live feed.