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General

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Series

FreeBuds Pro1Maker product pageconsumer.huawei.com/en/headphones/freebuds-pro-5Read 14 October 2026Fifth model in the HUAWEI FreeBuds Pro line.

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Model numbersiMaker identifiers for this exact model and its listed variants. Excludes sibling models and other generations.

T00234Maker product pageconsumer.huawei.com/en/support/headphones/freebuds-pro-5Read 14 October 2026Global support page lists HUAWEI FreeBuds Pro 5 Wireless Charging (T0023) as the only model.

700350, MTW5, MTW5 R, MTW5 L, MTW5 C1Maker product pageus.sennheiser-hearing.com/products/momentum-true-wireless-5Read 8 October 2026Original Graphite standard earbuds/case bundle. Maker product variant data identifies Graphite SKU 700350. Manual title identifies marketed system MTW5 and its left/right/case regulatory component names.

GTIN / EAN

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AnnouncediThe maker's first announcement of this model. This is separate from first retail availability.

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20 August 20262Press releasenewsroom.sennheiser.com/introducing-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-5-the-flagship-momentum-experience-in-your-pocketRead 8 October 2026

Status

Available1Maker product pageconsumer.huawei.com/en/headphones/freebuds-pro-5Read 14 October 2026The maker global and German store pages sell the product.

Available1Maker product pageus.sennheiser-hearing.com/products/momentum-true-wireless-5Read 8 October 2026

PredecessoriThe model this one directly replaced, in the same line, tier and size, as the maker or a trusted review names it.

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Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 48Reviewwhathifi.com/headphones/wireless-earbuds/sennheisers-flagship-earbuds-are-back-to-battle-bose-and-sony-and-they-could-have-an-ace-up-their-sleeveRead 23 October 2026What Hi-Fi calls the MOMENTUM True Wireless 5 the sequel to the MOMENTUM True Wireless 4.

SuccessoriThe model that directly replaced this one, in the same line, tier and size. A revision such as a Slim or OLED model does not count when a next generation exists.

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Launch price (US)iThe maker's US launch MSRP for the stated configuration, excluding tax. Current store prices and later discounts do not qualify.

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$299.952Press releasenewsroom.sennheiser.com/introducing-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-5-the-flagship-momentum-experience-in-your-pocketRead 8 October 2026Maker explicitly states USD 299.95 launch MSRP. It is the standard earbuds/case bundle, not the optional BTD 700 package.

Launch price (EU)iThe maker's euro launch price for the stated configuration, including VAT as published. Current store prices and later discounts do not qualify.

€1993Maker product pageconsumer.huawei.com/de/headphones/freebuds-pro-5/buyRead 14 October 2026Huawei German store product data: street price 199.00 EUR. The store ran an early price of 169 EUR from 26 February 2026. German price, VAT included as published.8Press articlethe-gadgeteer.com/2026/03/13/7-things-about-the-freebuds-pro-5-worth-knowingRead 14 October 2026Article: 199 EUR in the EU and 179.99 GBP in the UK.

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MarketsiISO country or region codes where this exact model or variant is sold. A source page's language does not establish availability.

EU, GB3Maker product pageconsumer.huawei.com/de/headphones/freebuds-pro-5/buyRead 14 October 2026German Huawei store. The UK Huawei store also carries the product.

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ColoursiThe maker's own colour names

Sand, White, Grey1Maker product pageconsumer.huawei.com/en/headphones/freebuds-pro-5Read 14 October 2026Page lists Sand, White, Grey and Blue. The Blue case is vegan leather with other dimensions and weight, and case dimensions are not a variant field, so Blue is left out of this file.

Graphite, Cream, Copper, Denim, Lavender2Press releasenewsroom.sennheiser.com/introducing-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-5-the-flagship-momentum-experience-in-your-pocketRead 8 October 2026Maker enumerates five unique launch colours. The English release repeats Graphite once in its prose list. The five distinct colour names match the product variants.

Segment

Music1Maker product pageconsumer.huawei.com/en/headphones/freebuds-pro-5Read 14 October 2026Listed in the maker Audio range as a flagship pair for sound, noise cancelling and calls. No sport or gaming positioning. SoundGuys calls them all-around earbuds.

Music1Maker product pageus.sennheiser-hearing.com/products/momentum-true-wireless-5Read 8 October 2026

Design

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Form factoriIn-ear seals the ear canal with a tip. Semi-in-ear rests in the outer ear without a seal. Open-ear leaves the ear canal unobstructed.

In-ear1Maker product pageconsumer.huawei.com/en/headphones/freebuds-pro-5Read 14 October 2026Silicone ear tips in four sizes for a secure seal.

In-ear3Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/momentum-true-wireless-5/instruction-manual/MTW5_Manual_EN.pdfRead 8 October 2026

Bud shapeiStem describes an extending control or microphone stalk. Stemless describes a compact body without a stalk.

Stem5Reviewtechradar.com/audio/wireless-headphones/huawei-freebuds-pro-5-reviewRead 14 October 2026Review: the stems have a high-shine finish.

Stemless3Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/momentum-true-wireless-5/instruction-manual/MTW5_Manual_EN.pdfRead 8 October 2026

Use one bud aloneiWhich earbud can operate alone. This does not mean two earbuds can play from different sources.

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Either bud3Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/momentum-true-wireless-5/instruction-manual/MTW5_Manual_EN.pdfRead 8 October 2026Page 28 says each earbud can be used independently. Brief interruption may occur when putting the other bud into the case.

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Drivers and sound

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Drivers per budiAudio transducers in one earbud. Rows distinguish their type, acoustic role and published diameter. Do not count microphones.

AHuawei FreeBuds Pro 5

Type	Role	Diameter (mm)	Count per earbud
Dynamic	Woofer	11	1
Other	Tweeter	6	1

Source2Maker product pageconsumer.huawei.com/en/headphones/freebuds-pro-5/specsRead 14 October 2026Speaker section: an ultra-linear dual-magnet driver and an ultra-thin micro planar diaphragm driver.3Maker product pageconsumer.huawei.com/de/headphones/freebuds-pro-5/buyRead 14 October 2026Comparison table: 11 mm ultra-linear dual-magnet driver and 6 mm ultra-thin micro planar diaphragm driver. FAQ: 11 mm dynamic driver with four magnets and a 6 mm high-frequency driver. The 6 mm figure is read as a diameter. The planar driver has no matching type option, so it is stored as other.5Reviewtechradar.com/audio/wireless-headphones/huawei-freebuds-pro-5-reviewRead 14 October 2026Review spec table: 11mm dynamic woofer and micro-planar tweeter.

BSennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 5

Type	Role	Diameter (mm)	Count per earbud
Dynamic	Full range	7	1

Source3Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/momentum-true-wireless-5/instruction-manual/MTW5_Manual_EN.pdfRead 8 October 2026Pages 44-45 and exact maker FAQ identify one 7 mm TrueResponse dynamic transducer per earbud. Microphones are not counted as drivers.

Driver typeiPublished transducer technology. High-excursion, composite and neodymium do not by themselves establish a driver type.

Hybrid1Maker product pageconsumer.huawei.com/en/headphones/freebuds-pro-5Read 14 October 2026Page: an ultra-linear dual-magnet driver for bass and an ultra-thin micro planar diaphragm driver for treble.3Maker product pageconsumer.huawei.com/de/headphones/freebuds-pro-5/buyRead 14 October 2026FAQ and table: two driver types in each earbud.5Reviewtechradar.com/audio/wireless-headphones/huawei-freebuds-pro-5-reviewRead 14 October 2026Review spec table: 11mm dynamic woofer and micro-planar tweeter.

Dynamic3Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/momentum-true-wireless-5/instruction-manual/MTW5_Manual_EN.pdfRead 8 October 2026

Driver sizeiLargest explicitly published circular driver diameter in one earbud. A rectangular driver width is not a diameter.

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Drivers per budiTotal audio transducers in one earbud, summed from explicit driver quantities. A row with an unknown quantity makes the total unknown.

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Diaphragm material

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Frequency responseiPublished acoustic frequency response of the earbuds. Codec transmission bandwidth alone does not qualify. Conditions belong in the source note.

Min10 HzMax48 kHz1Maker product pageconsumer.huawei.com/en/headphones/freebuds-pro-5Read 14 October 2026Footnote: the 10 Hz to 48 kHz range was tested under the L2HC and LDAC codecs over Bluetooth, in Huawei lab tests.2Maker product pageconsumer.huawei.com/en/headphones/freebuds-pro-5/specsRead 14 October 2026Speaker section: frequency response range 10 Hz to 48 kHz.5Reviewtechradar.com/audio/wireless-headphones/huawei-freebuds-pro-5-reviewRead 14 October 2026Review spec table: 10 Hz to 48 kHz.

Min5 HzMax21 kHz3Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/momentum-true-wireless-5/instruction-manual/MTW5_Manual_EN.pdfRead 8 October 2026

Impedance

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SensitivityiPublished acoustic sensitivity. The electrical reference and frequency must be stated in sensitivity_reference or the source note.

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107dB3Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/momentum-true-wireless-5/instruction-manual/MTW5_Manual_EN.pdfRead 8 October 2026Page 44 gives 107 dB SPL at 1 kHz for 1 mW. This is a maker claim, not an independent measurement.

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Per 1 mW3Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/momentum-true-wireless-5/instruction-manual/MTW5_Manual_EN.pdfRead 8 October 2026

Max sample rateiHighest supported audio sample rate under the codec and source-device conditions in the source note. This does not establish lossless playback.

48kHz1Maker product pageconsumer.huawei.com/en/headphones/freebuds-pro-5Read 14 October 2026Page: 48 kHz and 24-bit lossless sound with the L2HC 4.0 codec. The footnote says 2.3 Mbps lossless works with a HUAWEI Mate X7 on EMUI 15 or later. Other Huawei devices are listed on the German store. No sample rate is stated for LDAC.

96kHz3Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/momentum-true-wireless-5/instruction-manual/MTW5_Manual_EN.pdfRead 8 October 2026Pages 34-35: aptX Adaptive high-resolution mode requires compatible source and high-resolution content. 96 kHz/24-bit is lossy. Separate aptX Lossless mode is 44.1 kHz/16-bit, not lossless 96 kHz.

Max bit depthiHighest supported audio bit depth under the codec and source-device conditions in the source note. Bluetooth version alone does not establish this.

24bits1Maker product pageconsumer.huawei.com/en/headphones/freebuds-pro-5Read 14 October 2026Page: 48 kHz and 24-bit lossless sound with L2HC 4.0 on supported Huawei phones.

24bits3Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/momentum-true-wireless-5/instruction-manual/MTW5_Manual_EN.pdfRead 8 October 2026Same aptX Adaptive high-resolution host/content requirements. It does not apply to ordinary AAC playback on an iPhone.

Adaptive EQiAn inner mic tunes the sound to your ear in real time

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Personalised soundiA profile from a hearing test or ear scan

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Yes3Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/momentum-true-wireless-5/instruction-manual/MTW5_Manual_EN.pdfRead 8 October 2026

Onboard EQ

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Yes3Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/momentum-true-wireless-5/instruction-manual/MTW5_Manual_EN.pdfRead 8 October 2026Page 33 explicitly states a selected EQ preset is stored in the earbuds and works without the app, including with another Bluetooth source.

Custom EQ bandsiNumber of independently adjustable custom equalizer frequency bands. Availability may require current firmware, an app or a compatible device.

103Maker product pageconsumer.huawei.com/de/headphones/freebuds-pro-5/buyRead 14 October 2026FAQ: custom sound effects with a 10-band EQ.7Reviewmobilemasr.com/en/blogs/huawei-freebuds-pro-5-reviewRead 14 October 2026Review: a 10-band custom EQ.

83Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/momentum-true-wireless-5/instruction-manual/MTW5_Manual_EN.pdfRead 8 October 2026

EQ presetsiNamed equalizer sound presets. Noise-control modes and spatial-audio modes are separate features.

HUAWEI SOUND Balanced, HUAWEI SOUND Voice, HUAWEI SOUND Bass, HUAWEI SOUND Classical, Movie, Podcast, Game, Workout1Maker product pageconsumer.huawei.com/en/headphones/freebuds-pro-5Read 14 October 2026Page lists HUAWEI SOUND Balanced, Voice, Classical and Bass.3Maker product pageconsumer.huawei.com/de/headphones/freebuds-pro-5/buyRead 14 October 2026FAQ: four HUAWEI SOUND effects (Balanced, Voice, Bass, Classical) and four scenario effects (Movie, Podcast, Game, Workout). An AI sound effect and custom effects are separate and not stored as presets.7Reviewmobilemasr.com/en/blogs/huawei-freebuds-pro-5-reviewRead 14 October 2026Review: 8 preset profiles.

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Volume limit

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Spatial audio

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Spatial audioiNamed spatial or surround audio processing supported with the source and platform conditions stated in the source note.

Unlimited Spatial Audio1Maker product pageconsumer.huawei.com/en/headphones/freebuds-pro-5Read 14 October 2026Page name: Unlimited Spatial Audio.3Maker product pageconsumer.huawei.com/de/headphones/freebuds-pro-5/buyRead 14 October 2026FAQ: Spatial Audio without limits with a 3D sound field and head tracking.

Dolby Atmos3Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/momentum-true-wireless-5/instruction-manual/MTW5_Manual_EN.pdfRead 8 October 2026

Head trackingiSpatial audio changes with head movement. Static spatial processing alone does not qualify. Compatible device or content requirements belong in the source note.

Yes1Maker product pageconsumer.huawei.com/en/headphones/freebuds-pro-5Read 14 October 2026Page: 360 degree sound with head tracking and unlimited spatial audio on any device or content.3Maker product pageconsumer.huawei.com/de/headphones/freebuds-pro-5/buyRead 14 October 2026FAQ: the spatial audio modes are Off, Fixed and Head Tracking.6Measurementsoundguys.com/huawei-freebuds-pro-5-review-154929Read 14 October 2026The review does not cover head tracking. The maker pages do.

Yes3Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/momentum-true-wireless-5/instruction-manual/MTW5_Manual_EN.pdfRead 8 October 2026Pages 33-34: Dolby Head Tracking responds to movement while sound remains anchored. Activate through Smart Control Plus. Full Atmos effect requires supported content.

Noise cancelling

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Active noise cancelling

Yes1Maker product pageconsumer.huawei.com/en/headphones/freebuds-pro-5Read 14 October 2026Page: dual-engine AI noise cancellation with two drivers used for noise cancellation.2Maker product pageconsumer.huawei.com/en/headphones/freebuds-pro-5/specsRead 14 October 2026Audio Technology list includes Intelligent Dual-engine ANC.

Yes1Maker product pageus.sennheiser-hearing.com/products/momentum-true-wireless-5Read 8 October 2026

ANC typeiFeedforward uses exterior microphones. Feedback uses interior microphones. Hybrid uses both. Adaptive control is separate from microphone placement.

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Hybrid1Maker product pageus.sennheiser-hearing.com/products/momentum-true-wireless-5Read 8 October 2026

ANC microphones in both earbudsiPhysical microphones used by ANC across the pair. A shared call and ANC microphone counts once. Case microphones and vibration sensors are excluded.

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42Press releasenewsroom.sennheiser.com/introducing-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-5-the-flagship-momentum-experience-in-your-pocketRead 8 October 2026Maker describes its dedicated four-microphone ANC array across the product, separately from six physical microphones used for voice capture.

Adaptive ANCiANC strength or calibration adjusts automatically to noise, fit or ear acoustics. The source note states the adjustment conditions.

Yes5Reviewtechradar.com/audio/wireless-headphones/huawei-freebuds-pro-5-reviewRead 14 October 2026Review: the Dual-Engine ANC model adapts automatically to your surroundings. Cozy, General and Ultra are other ANC models. The number of strength levels is not stored.

Yes1Maker product pageus.sennheiser-hearing.com/products/momentum-true-wireless-5Read 8 October 2026

ANC levelsiNumber of selectable ANC strength levels. Excludes ANC off, transparency and activity profiles unless they explicitly set distinct strength levels.

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ANC attenuation (claimed)iManufacturer maximum claimed noise attenuation. Frequency and measurement conditions belong in the source note. This is not reviewer-measured overall attenuation.

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Transparency mode

Yes1Maker product pageconsumer.huawei.com/en/headphones/freebuds-pro-5Read 14 October 2026Page: Awareness Mode.2Maker product pageconsumer.huawei.com/en/headphones/freebuds-pro-5/specsRead 14 October 2026Audio Technology list includes Awareness Mode and Human Voice Transparency.

Yes3Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/momentum-true-wireless-5/instruction-manual/MTW5_Manual_EN.pdfRead 8 October 2026

Adjustable transparency

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Yes3Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/momentum-true-wireless-5/instruction-manual/MTW5_Manual_EN.pdfRead 8 October 2026

Automatic ANC and transparency blendiAutomatically blends active cancellation with ambient sound. Automatic activity-based switching between separate modes alone does not qualify.

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Conversation detection

Yes1Maker product pageconsumer.huawei.com/en/headphones/freebuds-pro-5Read 14 October 2026Page: Conversation Awareness switches to Awareness mode when you start talking and back when you stop. Off by default.2Maker product pageconsumer.huawei.com/en/headphones/freebuds-pro-5/specsRead 14 October 2026Audio Technology list includes Conversation Awareness.

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Wind noise reductioniA documented physical design or processing feature for reducing wind noise. The source note distinguishes mesh or shape changes from selectable processing.

Yes1Maker product pageconsumer.huawei.com/en/headphones/freebuds-pro-5Read 14 October 2026Page: calls stay clear in noise up to 100 dB and wind up to 10 m/s. This is a call voice claim. The processing method is not stated.

Yes3Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/momentum-true-wireless-5/instruction-manual/MTW5_Manual_EN.pdfRead 8 October 2026Pages 29-31 document Adaptive Anti-Wind processing. It is distinct from conversation-triggered attenuation, which is not inferred.

Measured

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Frequency response notes (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

The tuning is bass-forward. The 10-band custom equalizer can reduce the bass emphasis.6Measurementsoundguys.com/huawei-freebuds-pro-5-review-154929Read 14 October 2026Reviewer notes on a unit supplied by the maker. The firmware, codec and target curve are not reported. No numeric bass or treble value is stored.

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Bass amount (measured)iDeviation from the review source target in the bass range. Positive means more bass. Target, test method and settings belong in the source note.

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Treble amount (measured)iDeviation from the review source target in the treble range. Positive means more treble. Values from different targets may not be directly comparable.

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Deviation from target (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Consistency between fittings (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Harmonic distortion (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Sound leakage (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Noise isolation (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Noise isolation, best (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Passive isolation (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Call quality notes (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

Vocals were clear without added distortion in ideal conditions. In a loud office or on the street the microphones struggled to block background noise.6Measurementsoundguys.com/huawei-freebuds-pro-5-review-154929Read 14 October 2026Reviewer ideal, office, street, wind and reverberant tests. Phone and codec are not reported. No numeric microphone value is stored.

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Mic low-frequency extension (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Mic high-frequency extension (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Mic speech-to-noise ratio (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Latency (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Bluetooth latency, worst (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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2.4 GHz latency, worst (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Latency in game mode (measured)iThe best case the buds can reach. Measured by a reviewer

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Battery life (measured)iReviewer-tested operation from one full charge of the earbuds. Excludes case recharges. ANC, codec, connection, volume and tested edition belong in the row or source note.

AHuawei FreeBuds Pro 5

ANC	Hours (h)
Yes	9.13

Source6Measurementsoundguys.com/huawei-freebuds-pro-5-review-154929Read 14 October 2026SoundGuys standardised test: 9 hours 8 minutes on one charge. SoundGuys states in its method that music peaks at 75 dB SPL and ANC is on when available. The review does not repeat the ANC state or the codec. The result is well above the 6 h ANC-on claim and about equal to the 9 h ANC-off AAC claim, which the maker tests at 50 percent volume. Unit supplied by the maker, one-week test.

BSennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 5

ANC	Hours (h)
Yes	6.28

Source7Measurementsoundguys.com/sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-5-review-161261Read 8 October 2026Exact model supplied by the maker and tested for two weeks. Charged to 100%, level-matched test track with ANC on ended after 6 h 17 min when the right earbud stopped, stored as 6.28 hours. Product review does not identify firmware, codec or fitted 72/87 mAh battery, so those conditions are not inferred. This is earbud-only runtime.

Longest tested use per chargeiHighest earbuds-only duration among stored reviewer tests. Modes and settings may differ between tests and products.

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Battery life with case (measured)iReviewer-tested total including earbuds and case recharges. Do not calculate this by multiplying one-charge runtime by claimed recharge count.

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Full charge time (measured)iBuds in the case, 0 to 100 %. Measured by a reviewer

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Weight per bud (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Microphones and calls

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Voice microphones in both earbudsiPhysical call and beamforming microphones across the pair. Excludes case microphones and vibration sensors. Shared ANC microphones can also count here when used for calls.

63Maker product pageconsumer.huawei.com/de/headphones/freebuds-pro-5/buyRead 14 October 2026Comparison table: 3 microphones plus VPU plus DNN. The row does not say per earbud. MobileMasr states 3 microphones per earbud, so 3 per earbud across two earbuds is stored as 6.7Reviewmobilemasr.com/en/blogs/huawei-freebuds-pro-5-reviewRead 14 October 2026Review: eight microphones total, 3 silicon microphones per earbud plus a bone conduction microphone. The review text implies 6 microphones plus 2 bone sensors.

62Press releasenewsroom.sennheiser.com/introducing-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-5-the-flagship-momentum-experience-in-your-pocketRead 8 October 2026Maker explicitly separates six physical microphones from two bone-conduction voice accelerometers across the pair. Sensors are excluded from physical voice microphone count.

All microphones in both earbudsiEvery physical microphone across the pair, including call and ANC microphones. Shared microphones count once. Excludes the charging case and voice vibration sensors.

63Maker product pageconsumer.huawei.com/de/headphones/freebuds-pro-5/buyRead 14 October 20266 microphones across the pair. The two VPU or bone sensors are not counted.7Reviewmobilemasr.com/en/blogs/huawei-freebuds-pro-5-reviewRead 14 October 2026Same review. The bone conduction microphones are not counted.

62Press releasenewsroom.sennheiser.com/introducing-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-5-the-flagship-momentum-experience-in-your-pocketRead 8 October 2026Six physical microphones across both earbuds. The eight-system-sensor headline includes two non-microphone voice accelerometers.

Bone conduction voice sensoriA dedicated bone or jaw conduction sensor for detecting speech vibrations. A microphone or speech-detecting accelerometer alone does not prove this architecture.

Yes2Maker product pageconsumer.huawei.com/en/headphones/freebuds-pro-5/specsRead 14 October 2026Sensor section lists a bone acoustic sensor.

Yes2Press releasenewsroom.sennheiser.com/introducing-sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-5-the-flagship-momentum-experience-in-your-pocketRead 8 October 2026Maker explicitly identifies dedicated bone-conduction voice accelerometers, beyond merely describing a generic motion sensor. They are separate from air-pressure microphones.

Mic noise reduction

AI3Maker product pageconsumer.huawei.com/de/headphones/freebuds-pro-5/buyRead 14 October 2026Comparison table: DNN call noise processing, up to 100 dB of noise reduction in calls.

AI1Maker product pageus.sennheiser-hearing.com/products/momentum-true-wireless-5Read 8 October 2026

Call audio bandwidthiHighest supported call-audio bandwidth. Compatible phone, operating system, call app or network requirements belong in the source note.

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Super wideband5Maker product pagesupport.sennheiser-hearing.com/hc/en-us/articles/38498625385885-MOMENTUM-True-Wireless-5-OperationRead 8 October 2026Maker explicitly supports super-wideband calling, but the earbuds, source device and call app must all support the compatible Bluetooth call mode. Otherwise the call falls back. This is distinct from playback sample rate.

Mic mute controliAn earbud control that mutes the microphone during calls. Includes touch or pressure gestures and physical buttons. Phone/app-only controls do not qualify.

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Yes3Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/momentum-true-wireless-5/instruction-manual/MTW5_Manual_EN.pdfRead 8 October 2026Page 28 documents one tap on either bud during a call to mute/unmute microphones.

SidetoneiHear your own voice in calls

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Yes7Measurementsoundguys.com/sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-5-review-161261Read 8 October 2026Reviewer explicitly describes adjustable sidetone settings in the app. It is a call feature, not transparency control generally.

Connectivity

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Chip

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Connections

Bluetooth2Maker product pageconsumer.huawei.com/en/headphones/freebuds-pro-5/specsRead 14 October 2026Connectivity section lists Bluetooth only. The charging case has a USB-C port for charging.

Bluetooth3Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/momentum-true-wireless-5/instruction-manual/MTW5_Manual_EN.pdfRead 8 October 2026

Bluetooth

6.02Maker product pageconsumer.huawei.com/en/headphones/freebuds-pro-5/specsRead 14 October 2026Connectivity section: BT 6.5Reviewtechradar.com/audio/wireless-headphones/huawei-freebuds-pro-5-reviewRead 14 October 2026Review: Bluetooth 6.0, up from 5.2 on the Pro 4.

6.03Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/momentum-true-wireless-5/instruction-manual/MTW5_Manual_EN.pdfRead 8 October 2026

Bluetooth codecs

SBC, AAC, LDAC, L2HC3Maker product pageconsumer.huawei.com/de/headphones/freebuds-pro-5/buyRead 14 October 2026Comparison table: SBC, AAC, L2HC 4.0 and LDAC. L2HC 4.0 needs a Pura 80 series or Mate X6 or X7 series phone with EMUI 15 or later.5Reviewtechradar.com/audio/wireless-headphones/huawei-freebuds-pro-5-reviewRead 14 October 2026Review: AAC on iPhone, LDAC on Android and L2HC 4.0 lossless on Huawei devices.

SBC, AAC, aptX, aptX Adaptive, aptX Lossless3Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/momentum-true-wireless-5/instruction-manual/MTW5_Manual_EN.pdfRead 8 October 2026

Bluetooth profiles

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A2DP, AVRCP, HFP3Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/momentum-true-wireless-5/instruction-manual/MTW5_Manual_EN.pdfRead 8 October 2026

LE Audio

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No4Maker product pagesupport.sennheiser-hearing.com/hc/en-us/articles/38492910057245-MOMENTUM-True-Wireless-5-Before-you-startRead 8 October 2026Current exact maker FAQ explicitly says LC3/LE Audio support will be enabled in a future firmware update. No future capability is represented as currently available.

Auracast

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No4Maker product pagesupport.sennheiser-hearing.com/hc/en-us/articles/38492910057245-MOMENTUM-True-Wireless-5-Before-you-startRead 8 October 2026Same current maker FAQ future-firmware condition. Current product review also says it is not yet enabled.

MultipointiConcurrent Bluetooth connections to multiple source devices. Pairing memory and switching through a manufacturer account alone do not qualify.

Yes1Maker product pageconsumer.huawei.com/en/headphones/freebuds-pro-5Read 14 October 2026Page: Dual-Device Connections to two devices at once, with seamless switching.5Reviewtechradar.com/audio/wireless-headphones/huawei-freebuds-pro-5-reviewRead 14 October 2026Review: multipoint pairing of two devices is supported.

Yes3Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/momentum-true-wireless-5/instruction-manual/MTW5_Manual_EN.pdfRead 8 October 2026

Multipoint devicesiMaximum source devices concurrently connected by Bluetooth, not the number remembered in pairing history.

21Maker product pageconsumer.huawei.com/en/headphones/freebuds-pro-5Read 14 October 2026Page: two devices (iOS, Android or Windows) at once. It expands to multi-connection on EMUI.

23Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/momentum-true-wireless-5/instruction-manual/MTW5_Manual_EN.pdfRead 8 October 2026

Multipoint with LDACiMany buds turn multipoint off on LDAC

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Paired devices rememberediMaximum remembered Bluetooth source pairings. This is separate from simultaneous multipoint connections.

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64Maker product pagesupport.sennheiser-hearing.com/hc/en-us/articles/38492910057245-MOMENTUM-True-Wireless-5-Before-you-startRead 8 October 2026Exact maker FAQ: six saved Bluetooth devices, separate from two concurrent connections.

Automatic switching between own devicesiThrough the maker's account

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Fast pairing

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Google Fast Pair4Maker product pagesupport.sennheiser-hearing.com/hc/en-us/articles/38492910057245-MOMENTUM-True-Wireless-5-Before-you-startRead 8 October 2026

Audio sharingiShare one stream with a second pair

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Wireless range (claimed)

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Wireless receiveri2.4 GHz dongle

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Receiver connector

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Simultaneous 2.4 GHz and Bluetooth audioiBoth connection types can play audio together. Quick switching between independent modes does not qualify.

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Latency

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Low latency mode

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Claimed latency

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Lowest claimed latency

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Compatibility

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PlatformsiPlatforms with documented audio support. App availability and advanced features can be more limited. Edition-specific support is listed in variants.

Android, iOS, Windows1Maker product pageconsumer.huawei.com/en/headphones/freebuds-pro-5Read 14 October 2026Page: dual-device connections across iOS, Android and Windows.3Maker product pageconsumer.huawei.com/de/headphones/freebuds-pro-5/buyRead 14 October 2026FAQ: works with iOS, Android and Windows devices.

Android, iOS, Windows, macOS4Maker product pagesupport.sennheiser-hearing.com/hc/en-us/articles/38492910057245-MOMENTUM-True-Wireless-5-Before-you-startRead 8 October 2026FAQ explicitly supports native iPhone/Android Bluetooth and optional BTD 700 Bluetooth transmitter operation with Windows/macOS/Android/iOS USB sources. Each platform is supported by a documented path, not by app availability alone.

Connection per platformiDocumented audio connection for each platform. USB-C phone routes require a compatible port. Platform edition and microphone restrictions belong in source notes or feature requirements.

AHuawei FreeBuds Pro 5

Platform	Connection
Android	Bluetooth
iOS	Bluetooth
Windows	Bluetooth

Source3Maker product pageconsumer.huawei.com/de/headphones/freebuds-pro-5/buyRead 14 October 2026FAQ: pairing by holding the case button for 2 seconds. Works with iOS, Android and Windows devices.

BSennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 5

Platform	Connection
Android	Bluetooth
iOS	Bluetooth
Windows	Bluetooth
macOS	Bluetooth

Source4Maker product pagesupport.sennheiser-hearing.com/hc/en-us/articles/38492910057245-MOMENTUM-True-Wireless-5-Before-you-startRead 8 October 2026The audio reaching the earbuds is Bluetooth, including when a USB source uses the optional BTD 700 transmitter. Per-platform microphone operation is not separately asserted.

Features that need a specific deviceiDevice, operating system, firmware, codec, content, account or region requirements for a named feature.

AHuawei FreeBuds Pro 5

Feature	Needs
Lossless audio (L2HC 4.0, up to 2.3 Mbps)	Needs a Huawei phone. The global page names the Mate X7 on EMUI 15 or later. The German store names the Pura 80 series and the Mate X6 and X7 series on EMUI 15 or later. It needs an OTA update and reduces battery life.
Proximity pairing	Huawei phone running EMUI 10 or later.
Unlimited Spatial Audio	Off by default. Update the earbud firmware and turn it on in the HUAWEI Audio Connect app. Modes are Off, Fixed and Head Tracking.
Adaptive Volume and Conversation Awareness	Off by default. Turn them on in the HUAWEI Audio Connect app.
Head gesture call control	Off by default. Works during cellular calls. Nod to answer and shake the head to reject.

Source1Maker product pageconsumer.huawei.com/en/headphones/freebuds-pro-5Read 14 October 2026Footnotes for 2.3 Mbps lossless audio (Mate X7, EMUI 15, OTA update, battery impact), Conversation Awareness and Adaptive Volume (off by default) and proximity pairing (EMUI 10 or later).3Maker product pageconsumer.huawei.com/de/headphones/freebuds-pro-5/buyRead 14 October 2026FAQ and table: spatial audio is off by default and needs current firmware. Head gestures and Adaptive Volume are off by default. L2HC 4.0 device list.

BSennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 5

Feature	Needs
aptX Adaptive high-resolution playback	Compatible aptX Adaptive source and high-resolution audio. Select 24-bit/96 kHz in Smart Control Plus. Native iPhone Bluetooth uses AAC or SBC.
aptX Lossless playback	Compatible aptX Lossless source. Separate 16-bit/44.1 kHz lossless mode, not 96 kHz lossless.
LE Audio and Auracast	Maker FAQ says future firmware will enable these hardware capabilities. No released enabling firmware is proven as of this research.
Bluetooth multipoint	Enable in Smart Control Plus. Two concurrent source devices, six saved pairings. Only one device plays audio at a time.
High-resolution playback from USB sources	Optional Sennheiser BTD 700 Bluetooth transmitter on compatible Android, iOS/iPadOS, Windows or macOS USB ports. This is a Bluetooth audio path, not direct earbud USB or proprietary 2.4 GHz audio.
Sound Personalization	Smart Control Plus and a Sennheiser account.

Source4Maker product pagesupport.sennheiser-hearing.com/hc/en-us/articles/38492910057245-MOMENTUM-True-Wireless-5-Before-you-startRead 8 October 2026Exact maker codec and connectivity FAQ plus manual pages 33-35. The profile and account restrictions are not omitted.

Official licence

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Made for iPhone, Works with Android4Maker product pagesupport.sennheiser-hearing.com/hc/en-us/articles/38492910057245-MOMENTUM-True-Wireless-5-Before-you-startRead 8 October 2026

Battery and charging

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Battery per budiBattery cell capacity of one earbud. The source note states typical or rated capacity. Charging input current is not capacity.

60mAh2Maker product pageconsumer.huawei.com/en/headphones/freebuds-pro-5/specsRead 14 October 2026Earbuds 60 mAh, stated as the minimum value for each earbud.

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User-replaceable earbud batteryiThe maker documents normal battery replacement by the user with its approved procedure and tools. Service or recycling disassembly does not count.

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Yes3Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/momentum-true-wireless-5/instruction-manual/MTW5_Manual_EN.pdfRead 8 October 2026Pages 38-40 document normal replacement with a PH000 screwdriver (not included) and supplied earbud opening tool. The compatible BA 501 set is available in selected markets. The installed earbud cell may be 72 mAh at 3.8 V or 87 mAh at 3.85 V, so battery_capacity_mah is omitted.

Claimed battery lifeiManufacturer maximum runtime under the stated mode, codec and spatial processing state. Name the spatial or immersive processing mode and other conditions in source notes. Omit unspecified settings. with_case false means one charge of the earbuds. true means earbuds plus case recharges.

AHuawei FreeBuds Pro 5

Mode	Codec	Includes case recharges	Hours (h)
ANC off	AAC	No	9
ANC off	AAC	Yes	38
ANC on	AAC	No	6
ANC on	AAC	Yes	25
ANC off	L2HC/LDAC	No	8
ANC off	L2HC/LDAC	Yes	33
ANC on	L2HC/LDAC	No	5
ANC on	L2HC/LDAC	Yes	22
Call	Not available	No	5
Call	Not available	Yes	22

Source1Maker product pageconsumer.huawei.com/en/headphones/freebuds-pro-5Read 14 October 2026Page: up to 9 h with ANC off, 6 h with ANC on and 38 h with the case. Test footnote: HUAWEI Mate 80 Pro, music at 50 percent volume in AAC, other features at default.2Maker product pageconsumer.huawei.com/en/headphones/freebuds-pro-5/specsRead 14 October 2026Battery life section. Sound quality priority with L2HC or LDAC: 8 h and 33 h with the case with ANC off, 5 h and 22 h with ANC on. Connection priority with AAC: 9 h and 38 h with ANC off, 6 h and 25 h with ANC on. Voice call with ANC disabled 5 h and 22 h with the case. Voice call with ANC enabled 4 h and 18 h with the case, which is not stored because the call mode cannot hold the ANC state. Huawei lab tests with a Mate 80 Pro, 50 percent volume, AAC and ANC disabled.

BSennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 5

Mode	Includes case recharges	Hours (h)
ANC off	No	12
ANC on	No	6
Not available	Yes	40

Source3Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/momentum-true-wireless-5/instruction-manual/MTW5_Manual_EN.pdfRead 8 October 2026Page 44 maker claims: earbuds 12 h ANC off and 6 h ANC on. Total including case is 40 h, with ANC state not separately identified in the manual. Test source is an iPhone at mid volume. Actual codec, firmware and Atmos state are not stated and remain omitted.

Longest claimed use per chargeiHighest earbuds-only runtime among all stored modes. This can be ANC off, Hearing Aid, heart-rate or call use. Read the battery table and source conditions.

9h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

12h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

Playback per charge with ANC (claimed)iHighest claimed earbuds-only playback with ANC enabled. Codec and spatial-audio conditions belong in the source note.

6h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

6h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

Playback per charge without ANC (claimed)iHighest claimed earbuds-only playback with ANC disabled. Codec and volume conditions belong in the source note.

9h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

12h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

Total with case (claimed)iHighest claimed runtime including the initial earbud charge and all case recharges. It is not the case recharge runtime alone.

38h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

40h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

Total with case and ANC (claimed)iClaimed total playback with ANC, including the initial earbud charge and case recharges.

25h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

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Talk time (claimed)

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Full charge time, budsiTime to charge discharged earbuds to full in the case. Excludes charging the case itself or a combined buds-and-case result.

40min2Maker product pageconsumer.huawei.com/en/headphones/freebuds-pro-5/specsRead 14 October 2026About 40 minutes for the earbuds in the charging case.

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Charging guidanceiPublished charging guidance or estimates that do not separate earbuds and case. Preserve the maker’s component scope and limits. Do not assign an unspecified or combined estimate to a component-specific numeric field.

Wired charging needs a USB-C charger of 5 V 0.5 A or above. The case takes about 150 minutes without the earbuds on a wireless charger. Wireless charging is supported up to 5 W.2Maker product pageconsumer.huawei.com/en/headphones/freebuds-pro-5/specsRead 14 October 2026Charge time and charger lines of the Battery section.

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Quick charge timeiCharge duration corresponding to quick_charge_playback_h. Source note states earbuds-only or case-inclusive charging and playback settings.

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8min3Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/momentum-true-wireless-5/instruction-manual/MTW5_Manual_EN.pdfRead 8 October 2026

Earbud playback after quick chargeiEarbuds-only runtime after quick_charge_min of charging. A claimed case-inclusive total does not qualify. ANC, codec and volume conditions belong in the source note.

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1h3Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/momentum-true-wireless-5/instruction-manual/MTW5_Manual_EN.pdfRead 8 October 2026Page 14: eight minutes charging gives approximately one hour of playback. ANC, codec, test volume and source are not separately specified. The separate 90-minute complete charging cycle includes both case and earbuds, so neither single-component full charge field is populated.

Charging case

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Case batteryiCharging-case battery cell capacity. The source note distinguishes typical, rated and output capacity. USB output capacity alone does not qualify.

537mAh2Maker product pageconsumer.huawei.com/en/headphones/freebuds-pro-5/specsRead 14 October 2026Charging case 537 mAh, stated as the minimum value.

760mAh1Maker product pageus.sennheiser-hearing.com/products/momentum-true-wireless-5Read 8 October 2026Maker nominal case cell capacity 760 mAh. Manual gives 3.7 V and 2.812 Wh for the installed case pack, separately from earbuds and charging output.

User-replaceable case batteryiThe maker documents normal case battery replacement by the user with its approved procedure and tools. Service or recycling disassembly does not count.

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Yes3Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/momentum-true-wireless-5/instruction-manual/MTW5_Manual_EN.pdfRead 8 October 2026Page 40 documents the case bottom screw, sliding battery cover and replacement procedure with a PH000 screwdriver. Compatible BA 502 case pack is separately specified.

Case charging port

USB-C2Maker product pageconsumer.huawei.com/en/headphones/freebuds-pro-5/specsRead 14 October 2026Wired charger over a USB-C port at 5 V 0.5 A or above.

USB-C3Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/momentum-true-wireless-5/instruction-manual/MTW5_Manual_EN.pdfRead 8 October 2026

Case full charge timeiBy cable, 0 to 100 %. A time the maker gives with the earbuds inside the case counts, and the source note says so.

60min2Maker product pageconsumer.huawei.com/en/headphones/freebuds-pro-5/specsRead 14 October 2026About 1 hour for the case without the earbuds on a wired charger. About 150 minutes on a wireless charger.

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Wireless charging

Yes2Maker product pageconsumer.huawei.com/en/headphones/freebuds-pro-5/specsRead 14 October 2026Wireless charger supported, up to 5 W.6Measurementsoundguys.com/huawei-freebuds-pro-5-review-154929Read 14 October 2026Review: the case charges by USB-C or wireless charging.

Yes3Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/momentum-true-wireless-5/instruction-manual/MTW5_Manual_EN.pdfRead 8 October 2026

Wireless standardsiDocumented case charging standards or supported chargers. Magnetic alignment alone does not establish Qi2 certification.

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Qi3Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/momentum-true-wireless-5/instruction-manual/MTW5_Manual_EN.pdfRead 8 October 2026Manual calls the case Qi-compatible and references Qi version 2.1. This is not evidence of Qi2 magnetic alignment, Qi2_2, or a separate numeric wireless power ceiling.

Wireless charging poweriHighest wireless charging input the maker states for the case. The output of a charging pad does not count.

5W2Maker product pageconsumer.huawei.com/en/headphones/freebuds-pro-5/specsRead 14 October 2026Wireless charging up to 5 W. The standard is not named.

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Speaker in caseiAn audio speaker physically in the charging case, for locating or status sounds. A microphone in the case is separate.

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Screen on case

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Case works as audio transmitteriCase relays external source audio through USB or an analog audio input. A case microphone for recording or calls does not qualify.

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Controls

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ControlsiPressure is a force sensor that does not move, such as a stem you squeeze. Button is a key that moves when pressed.

Touch, Pressure, Swipe, Head gestures2Maker product pageconsumer.huawei.com/en/headphones/freebuds-pro-5/specsRead 14 October 2026Controls section lists tap, swipe and pinch controls. Pinch uses the press sensor. Head gestures come from the German store.3Maker product pageconsumer.huawei.com/de/headphones/freebuds-pro-5/buyRead 14 October 2026FAQ: five gestures, pinch, tap, pinch and hold, touch and hold and swipe. Head Motion row: nod to answer, shake to reject.6Measurementsoundguys.com/huawei-freebuds-pro-5-review-154929Read 14 October 2026Review: swipe, tap and pinch gestures, plus head gestures for calls.

Touch3Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/momentum-true-wireless-5/instruction-manual/MTW5_Manual_EN.pdfRead 8 October 2026

Earbud volume controliHow earbud controls adjust volume, including a voice command if supported. Phone or app controls alone do not qualify.

Swipe2Maker product pageconsumer.huawei.com/en/headphones/freebuds-pro-5/specsRead 14 October 2026Controls section: swipe up or down to adjust the volume.

Touch3Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/momentum-true-wireless-5/instruction-manual/MTW5_Manual_EN.pdfRead 8 October 2026

Gestures

Tap twice: play or pause, answer or end a call, Tap three times: previous track on the left earbud, next track on the right earbud, Swipe up or down: volume up or down, Pinch once: play or pause, answer or end a call, Pinch twice: next track or reject an incoming call, Pinch three times: previous track, Pinch and hold: switch between noise cancelling, awareness and off, Touch and hold: wake the voice assistant, Nod to answer a call or shake the head to reject it2Maker product pageconsumer.huawei.com/en/headphones/freebuds-pro-5/specsRead 14 October 2026Controls section: double-tap, triple-tap, swipe, pinch and hold, pinch once, twice and three times, press and hold. The German store FAQ gives the default action of each gesture.3Maker product pageconsumer.huawei.com/de/headphones/freebuds-pro-5/buyRead 14 October 2026FAQ default gestures: tap twice for play or pause and calls, tap three times for previous on the left earbud and next on the right, pinch and hold for noise control modes, touch and hold for the voice assistant, swipe for volume. Pinch once, twice and three times as listed. Head gestures are off by default.

Single tap, Double tap, Touch and hold3Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/momentum-true-wireless-5/instruction-manual/MTW5_Manual_EN.pdfRead 8 October 2026

Remappable controls

Yes3Maker product pageconsumer.huawei.com/de/headphones/freebuds-pro-5/buyRead 14 October 2026FAQ: the gestures can be customised in the HUAWEI Audio Connect app and can be set to None.

Yes3Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/momentum-true-wireless-5/instruction-manual/MTW5_Manual_EN.pdfRead 8 October 2026Page 28: touch assignments can be customized or disabled. Basic call controls cannot all be reassigned.

Voice assistant

Phone voice assistant3Maker product pageconsumer.huawei.com/de/headphones/freebuds-pro-5/buyRead 14 October 2026FAQ: touch and hold wakes the voice assistant by default. The assistant is the phone's.

Apple Siri, Google Assistant3Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/momentum-true-wireless-5/instruction-manual/MTW5_Manual_EN.pdfRead 8 October 2026

Sensors and health

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In-ear detection

Yes2Maker product pageconsumer.huawei.com/en/headphones/freebuds-pro-5/specsRead 14 October 2026The infrared sensor is listed. The maker pages do not use the words wear detection, and MobileMasr names wear detection as a feature.7Reviewmobilemasr.com/en/blogs/huawei-freebuds-pro-5-reviewRead 14 October 2026Review lists wear detection among the features.

Yes3Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/momentum-true-wireless-5/instruction-manual/MTW5_Manual_EN.pdfRead 8 October 2026

Sensors

Infrared sensor, Hall sensor, Touch sensor, Gyroscope, Accelerometer, Bone acoustic sensor, Press sensor2Maker product pageconsumer.huawei.com/en/headphones/freebuds-pro-5/specsRead 14 October 2026Sensor section lists infrared, Hall, touch, gyroscope, accelerometer, bone acoustic and press sensors.

Infrared proximity sensor, Bone-conduction voice accelerometers3Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/momentum-true-wireless-5/instruction-manual/MTW5_Manual_EN.pdfRead 8 October 2026

Heart rate sensor

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Skin temperature sensingiA documented skin temperature sensor. This is separate from the operating temperature range or a heart-rate sensor.

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Hearing aid featureiAmplification for mild to moderate hearing loss

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Medical clearances

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Hearing testiA documented hearing assessment feature, including consumer sound-personalization tests. Medical diagnostic clearance must be stated separately.

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Yes7Measurementsoundguys.com/sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-5-review-161261Read 8 October 2026Reviewer explicitly identifies a hearing-test personalization feature requiring a Sennheiser account. It is not claimed as a medical diagnostic hearing test.

Hearing protectioniLimits sudden loud sounds

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Health features

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Fit and durability

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Ear tips includediTip sizes supplied with the product, including the pair fitted to the earbuds. Do not list separately sold sizes as included.

XS, S, M, L1Maker product pageconsumer.huawei.com/en/headphones/freebuds-pro-5Read 14 October 2026Page: four sizes of soft silicone ear tips. The specs name them large, medium, small and ultra-small.2Maker product pageconsumer.huawei.com/en/headphones/freebuds-pro-5/specsRead 14 October 2026In the Box: ear tips in large, medium, small and ultra-small sizes. Ultra-small is stored as XS.3Maker product pageconsumer.huawei.com/de/headphones/freebuds-pro-5/buyRead 14 October 2026FAQ: ear tips in large, medium, small and extra small.

XS, S, M, L3Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/momentum-true-wireless-5/instruction-manual/MTW5_Manual_EN.pdfRead 8 October 2026Page 6 includes all four silicone tip sizes. The review table that lists only S/M/L does not override the manual.

Ear tip materials

Silicone1Maker product pageconsumer.huawei.com/en/headphones/freebuds-pro-5Read 14 October 2026Page: soft silicone ear tips.

Silicone3Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/momentum-true-wireless-5/instruction-manual/MTW5_Manual_EN.pdfRead 8 October 2026

StabilisersiPhysical stabilizing fittings or structures. Stability bands are separate from fins, wings and ear hooks.

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None7Measurementsoundguys.com/sennheiser-momentum-true-wireless-5-review-161261Read 8 October 2026Review explicitly lists no stabilizer. Silicone ear tips are not wing tips or stability bands.

Ear tip fit test

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Yes3Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/momentum-true-wireless-5/instruction-manual/MTW5_Manual_EN.pdfRead 8 October 2026

Dust and water rating, buds

IP571Maker product pageconsumer.huawei.com/en/headphones/freebuds-pro-5Read 14 October 2026Page footnote: the earbuds meet IP57 under IEC 60529.2Maker product pageconsumer.huawei.com/en/headphones/freebuds-pro-5/specsRead 14 October 2026Earbuds IP57.

IP541Maker product pageus.sennheiser-hearing.com/products/momentum-true-wireless-5Read 8 October 2026

Dust and water rating, case

IP541Maker product pageconsumer.huawei.com/en/headphones/freebuds-pro-5Read 14 October 2026Page footnote: the charging case meets IP54.2Maker product pageconsumer.huawei.com/en/headphones/freebuds-pro-5/specsRead 14 October 2026Charging case IP54.

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Water resistance depth

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Software

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Companion app

HUAWEI Audio Connect1Maker product pageconsumer.huawei.com/en/headphones/freebuds-pro-5Read 14 October 2026Page: the HUAWEI Audio Connect app on iOS and Android.

Sennheiser Smart Control Plus3Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/momentum-true-wireless-5/instruction-manual/MTW5_Manual_EN.pdfRead 8 October 2026

App platforms

Android, iOS1Maker product pageconsumer.huawei.com/en/headphones/freebuds-pro-5Read 14 October 2026Page: the app is for iOS and Android devices.

Android, iOS3Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/momentum-true-wireless-5/instruction-manual/MTW5_Manual_EN.pdfRead 8 October 2026

User firmware updates

Yes3Maker product pageconsumer.huawei.com/de/headphones/freebuds-pro-5/buyRead 14 October 2026FAQ: keep the earbud firmware up to date to use spatial audio. The global page says the 2.3 Mbps feature arrives by OTA update.

Yes3Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/momentum-true-wireless-5/instruction-manual/MTW5_Manual_EN.pdfRead 8 October 2026

Finding network

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Precision findingiUWB in the case

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Live translation

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Dimensions and weight

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Weight per budiMass of one earbud. Tip size and approximate values belong in the source note. Do not store pair or case-inclusive mass.

5.5g(0.2 oz)2Maker product pageconsumer.huawei.com/en/headphones/freebuds-pro-5/specsRead 14 October 2026Each earbud approx. 5.5 g.5Reviewtechradar.com/audio/wireless-headphones/huawei-freebuds-pro-5-reviewRead 14 October 2026Review spec table: 5.5 g per bud.

7g(0.2 oz)3Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/momentum-true-wireless-5/instruction-manual/MTW5_Manual_EN.pdfRead 8 October 2026Page 45 gives approximately 7 g per earbud. Its 55 g empty case and 69 g combined mass are consistent. It takes precedence over the live US product page erroneous 62 g combined figure.

Bud dimensionsiDimensions of one earbud on the explicitly identified width, height and depth axes. An unlabeled tuple cannot establish those axes.

Width21.8Height29.1Depth23.7mm(0.9 × 1.1 × 0.9 in)2Maker product pageconsumer.huawei.com/en/headphones/freebuds-pro-5/specsRead 14 October 2026Each earbud: height 29.1 mm, width 21.8 mm, depth 23.7 mm.

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Case weightiCharging case mass excluding earbuds. Case-inclusive product mass does not qualify unless the source explicitly gives the empty-case figure.

43g(1.5 oz)2Maker product pageconsumer.huawei.com/en/headphones/freebuds-pro-5/specsRead 14 October 2026Charging case in Sand, Grey and White approx. 43 g. The Blue case is approx. 46 g and is not stored.5Reviewtechradar.com/audio/wireless-headphones/huawei-freebuds-pro-5-reviewRead 14 October 2026Review spec table: 43 g case.

55g(1.9 oz)3Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/momentum-true-wireless-5/instruction-manual/MTW5_Manual_EN.pdfRead 8 October 2026Page 45 approximately 55 g empty case, separately from two earbuds. No combined mass is used as the case mass.

Case dimensionsiCharging-case width, height and depth on explicitly identified source axes. Report conflicting axis labels rather than reorder a tuple by appearance.

Width46.7Height65.5Depth22.98mm(1.8 × 2.6 × 0.9 in)2Maker product pageconsumer.huawei.com/en/headphones/freebuds-pro-5/specsRead 14 October 2026Charging case in Sand, Grey and White: height 65.5 mm, width 46.7 mm, depth 22.98 mm. The Blue case is 66.11 x 46.98 x 24.06 mm and is not stored.

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Certifications

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Hi-Res AudioiThe Japan Audio Society logos. Hi-Res Audio Wireless is also written Hi-Res Wireless Audio.

Hi-Res Audio Wireless1Maker product pageconsumer.huawei.com/en/headphones/freebuds-pro-5Read 14 October 2026Page: 2.3 Mbps lossless transmission certified by HWA.3Maker product pageconsumer.huawei.com/de/headphones/freebuds-pro-5/buyRead 14 October 2026Comparison table: High-Res Audio Wireless certification, HWA Lossless plus Hi-Res. FAQ: Hi-Res Wireless Audio certification.

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Communication certifications

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FCC IDs

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2A3ULMTW56Regulatory filingcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/momentum-true-wireless-5/1785221532876-MTW5_CS_599914_20260423_A01_INT.pdfRead 8 October 2026Original maker Compliance Information table identifies this shared US identifier for left and right MTW5 earbuds. The charging case has a dash rather than a published FCC ID and is not assigned this earbud identifier.

Other certifications

HWA Lossless1Maker product pageconsumer.huawei.com/en/headphones/freebuds-pro-5Read 14 October 2026Page: the 2.3 Mbps transmission capability is certified by HWA.

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In the box

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In the box

Earbuds (left and right), Ear tips in four sizes, Charging case, Quick Start Guide and Safety Information, Warranty card2Maker product pageconsumer.huawei.com/en/headphones/freebuds-pro-5/specsRead 14 October 2026In the Box: two earbuds, four ear tips with the medium pair attached, a charging case, a Quick Start Guide with safety information and a warranty card. No cable is listed.3Maker product pageconsumer.huawei.com/de/headphones/freebuds-pro-5/buyRead 14 October 2026FAQ box list: a pair of earbuds, a charging case, 4 pairs of ear tips with the medium pair attached, a Quick Start Guide with safety information and a warranty card.

MOMENTUM True Wireless 5 earbuds, Charging case, USB-C charging cable, Silicone ear tips (XS, S, M, L), Special earbud opening tool, Quick guide, Safety guide, Compliance sheet, Battery information sheet3Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/momentum-true-wireless-5/instruction-manual/MTW5_Manual_EN.pdfRead 8 October 2026Page 6 exact manual package list. PH000 screwdriver is required for batteries but is not supplied. Optional Bluetooth adapters are not included.

Cables included

AHuawei FreeBuds Pro 5

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BSennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 5

Type	Length (m)	Count
USB-C to USB-C charging cable	0.4	1

Source3Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/momentum-true-wireless-5/instruction-manual/MTW5_Manual_EN.pdfRead 8 October 2026Manual page 6 identifies the supplied USB cable with two USB-C connectors and approximate length 0.4 m. Page 15 confirms both connector ends. Stored length is the published nominal figure, not a measured cable length.

Links

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Product page

consumer.huawei.com/en/headphones/freebuds-pro-51Maker product pageconsumer.huawei.com/en/headphones/freebuds-pro-5Read 14 October 2026Global maker product page.

us.sennheiser-hearing.com/products/momentum-true-wireless-51Maker product pageus.sennheiser-hearing.com/products/momentum-true-wireless-5Read 8 October 2026

Spec sheet

consumer.huawei.com/en/headphones/freebuds-pro-5/specs2Maker product pageconsumer.huawei.com/en/headphones/freebuds-pro-5/specsRead 14 October 2026Global specifications tab. The tab has the dimension, battery, control and box tables.

cdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/momentum-true-wireless-5/instruction-manual/MTW5_Manual_EN.pdf1Maker product pageus.sennheiser-hearing.com/products/momentum-true-wireless-5Read 8 October 2026Original maker manual includes exact model specifications on pages 44-46. Bud capacity is left unknown because it explicitly allows both 72 mAh and 87 mAh packs.

Manual

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cdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/momentum-true-wireless-5/instruction-manual/MTW5_Manual_EN.pdf3Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/momentum-true-wireless-5/instruction-manual/MTW5_Manual_EN.pdfRead 8 October 2026

EPREL registration numberiId in the EU energy label database. Each size or model of a series has its own id, so it is per variant.

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Warranty

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Manufacturer warranty (source market)iThe maker's warranty period for the exact SKU or configuration and market named in the source note. It applies only to that stated market, not every regional variant. Statutory consumer rights are excluded. The base term is stored. An extension that needs registration goes in the source note.

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