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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.

1000X2Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WF-1000XM6Read 30 September 2026Product series: 1000X.

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.

WF-1000XM6, YY29851Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WF-1000XM6/spec.htmlRead 30 September 2026Opened maker technical spec page title identifies WF-1000XM6.39Owner's manualnfm.com/on/demandware.static/-/Library-Sites-NFMSharedLibrary/default/dwf3ccc72f/product-pdfs/069/87/69870889-use-and-care-guide.pdfRead 8 October 2026Original Sony Reference Guide 5-069-559-11(1), ©2026 Sony. Page 1 identifies WF-1000XM6 as model YY2985.

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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12 February 20265Press articlegsmarena.com/sony_wf1000xm6_arrive_with_updated_sound_tuning_stronger_anc_-news-71532.phpRead 30 September 2026Announcement article dated 2026-02-12

Status

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

Available2Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WF-1000XM6Read 30 September 2026Maker purchase block ¥39,600, next day shipment, purchase CTA establishes currently available.

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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Sony WF-1000XM546Maker product pagesony.jp/feature/products/music/260213Read 23 October 2026Sony Japan's feature page calls the WF-1000XM6 the long-awaited successor to the WF-1000XM5.

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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$329.9940Press releaseprnewswire.com/news-releases/sony-electronics-launches-wf-1000xm6-truly-wireless-earbuds--the-best-noise-canceling1-with-premium-sound-302685878.htmlRead 8 October 2026Sony Electronics corrected launch release dated 12 February 2026: WF-1000XM6 suggested retail price $329.99 USD. This is launch MSRP, not a current sale.

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.

€30023Press releasesony.eu/presscentre/sony-launches-wf-1000xm6-truly-wireless-earbuds-the-best-noise-cancelling-with-premium-soundRead 30 September 2026European maker launch release: available February 2026 at suggested retail price €300.

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.

US, JP, EU2Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WF-1000XM6Read 30 September 2026Sold in Japan at ¥39,600 on the Sony Store5Press articlegsmarena.com/sony_wf1000xm6_arrive_with_updated_sound_tuning_stronger_anc_-news-71532.phpRead 30 September 2026Available in silver and black for $330 at Sony (US)23Press releasesony.eu/presscentre/sony-launches-wf-1000xm6-truly-wireless-earbuds-the-best-noise-cancelling-with-premium-soundRead 30 September 2026European launch availability.

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.

Black, Platinum Silver2Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WF-1000XM6Read 30 September 2026Product color list: B Black, S Platinum Silver, translated from Japanese.4Press releasesony.jp/CorporateCruise/Press/202602/26-0213Read 30 September 2026Japan launch release: Black and Platinum Silver, Japanese retail release February 27, 2026.

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.

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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-ear1Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WF-1000XM6/spec.htmlRead 30 September 2026Headphone specification: closed enclosure, sealed in-ear buds with tips.

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.

Stemless2Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WF-1000XM6Read 30 September 2026Stemless oval bud in the product images

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

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Either bud14Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2985/v1/en/contents/F011_Using_only_one_headset_unit.htmlRead 30 September 2026Using only one headset unit: exact WF-1000XM6 function.

RGB lighting

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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.

BSony WF-1000XM6

Type	Diameter (mm)	Count per earbud
Dynamic	8.4	1

Source1Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WF-1000XM6/spec.htmlRead 30 September 2026Headphone specification table: 8.4 mm driver unit, one per earbud. GSMArena confirms dynamic transducer.5Press articlegsmarena.com/sony_wf1000xm6_arrive_with_updated_sound_tuning_stronger_anc_-news-71532.phpRead 30 September 20268.4 mm dynamic drivers34Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WF-1000XM6/feature_1.htmlRead 30 September 2026Dedicated driver section L2_120: soft surround and rigid dome design. 8.4 mm diameter from specification table. No explicit full-range role published.

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.

Dynamic5Press articlegsmarena.com/sony_wf1000xm6_arrive_with_updated_sound_tuning_stronger_anc_-news-71532.phpRead 30 September 2026Exact model announcement coverage explicit dynamic drivers.

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.

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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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Sensitivity reference

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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.

96kHz1Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WF-1000XM6/spec.htmlRead 30 September 2026LDAC 96 kHz sampling

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.

24bits6Reviewsoundguys.com/sony-wf-1000xm6-review-152013Read 30 September 2026LDAC up to 24-bit/96 kHz

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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Onboard EQ

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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.

102Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WF-1000XM6Read 30 September 20264Press releasesony.jp/CorporateCruise/Press/202602/26-0213Read 30 September 202637Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WF-1000XM6/feature_5.htmlRead 30 September 2026L2_410 explicitly gives ten-band equalizer. Game/Movie presets are mentioned but the full named EQ list is not published here.

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.

360 Reality Audio26Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2985/v1/en/contents/F039_About_360_Reality_Audio.htmlRead 30 September 2026360 Reality Audio is three-dimensional audio in a supporting iOS/Android streaming service.34Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WF-1000XM6/feature_1.htmlRead 30 September 2026360 Reality Audio section L2_160: Sound Connect creates personal auditory-characteristic data for spatial rendering.

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.

Yes2Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WF-1000XM6Read 30 September 202634Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WF-1000XM6/feature_1.htmlRead 30 September 2026Head tracking section L2_170: Android 13+ head-tracking-capable phone and supported content/service. Amazon Music excluded for 360 Reality Audio tracking.

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.

Yes2Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WF-1000XM6Read 30 September 202635Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WF-1000XM6/feature_2.htmlRead 30 September 2026Noise cancelling feature section explicitly documents active cancellation.

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

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Hybrid2Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WF-1000XM6Read 30 September 2026Product ANC feature: two feedback and two feedforward microphones in each earbud.35Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WF-1000XM6/feature_2.htmlRead 30 September 2026Multi Noise Sensor Technology L2_210: two feedback and two feedforward microphones per earbud.

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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82Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WF-1000XM6Read 30 September 2026Product ANC feature: four microphones per earbud, eight across pair.4Press releasesony.jp/CorporateCruise/Press/202602/26-0213Read 30 September 202635Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WF-1000XM6/feature_2.htmlRead 30 September 2026L2_210 explicitly gives four per earbud, eight across pair.

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.

Yes2Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WF-1000XM6Read 30 September 202635Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WF-1000XM6/feature_2.htmlRead 30 September 2026Adaptive NC Optimizer L2_220 analyses ear shape, fit and external noise in real time.

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.

Yes24Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2985/v1/en/contents/F043_Listening_to_ambient_sound_during_music_playback.htmlRead 30 September 2026Ambient Sound Mode passes external sound during playback.

Adjustable transparency

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Yes2Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WF-1000XM6Read 30 September 20266Reviewsoundguys.com/sony-wf-1000xm6-review-152013Read 30 September 2026Ambient sound adjustable over 20 levels in the app35Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WF-1000XM6/feature_2.htmlRead 30 September 2026Ambient sound level section: adjustable ambient level and automatic level adjustment based on environmental noise.

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.

Yes2Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WF-1000XM6Read 30 September 202625Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2985/v1/en/contents/F045_Speaking_with_someone_in_front_of_you.htmlRead 30 September 2026Speak-to-Chat detects speech, pauses music and captures ambient sound.

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.

Yes2Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WF-1000XM6Read 30 September 2026Streamlined shape and mic grille reduce wind noise35Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WF-1000XM6/feature_2.htmlRead 30 September 2026L2_230: streamlined housing and fine-hole flat microphone design physically reduce wind noise.

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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.

Warm sound signature9Measurementrtings.com/headphones/reviews/sony/wf-1000xm6Read 30 September 2026Sound signature: Warm. Full measurements are members only and were not read

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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4dB9Measurementrtings.com/headphones/reviews/sony/wf-1000xm6Read 30 September 2026Emphasized (4 dB), test bench 2.3

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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-1dB9Measurementrtings.com/headphones/reviews/sony/wf-1000xm6Read 30 September 2026Balanced (-1 dB), test bench 2.3

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.

Indoor speech is clear, with good articulation and little reverberation in the review tests.6Reviewsoundguys.com/sony-wf-1000xm6-review-152013Read 30 September 2026Microphone section: quiet indoor speech evaluation. The review uses an experimental bone-conduction-aware fixture, so samples may not reflect every human fit.

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.

BSony WF-1000XM6

ANC	Codec	Hours (h)
Yes	AAC	8.25
Yes	Not available	9.68

Source6Reviewsoundguys.com/sony-wf-1000xm6-review-152013Read 30 September 20269.68 h row: 9 h 41 min (581 min), ANC on, music peaking at 75 dB SPL, firmware 1.1.0/1.57Measurementsoundguys.com/sony-wf-1000xm6-battery-life-performance-152956Read 30 September 2026581 minutes with ANC on, peaks at about 75 dB SPL8Reviewgsmarena.com/sony_wf1000xm6_review_-news-71510.phpRead 30 September 20268.25 h row: 8 h 15 min, AAC codec, ANC on

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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6.4g(0.2 oz)8Reviewgsmarena.com/sony_wf1000xm6_review_-news-71510.phpRead 30 September 2026Each earbud measures 6.4 grams (pre-production unit)

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.

42Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WF-1000XM6Read 30 September 2026Voice pickup feature: two beamforming microphones per earbud, four for calls across pair.36Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WF-1000XM6/feature_4.htmlRead 30 September 2026AI Noise Reduction section: two voice microphones per side, four across pair, combined with bone-conduction sensors.

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.

82Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WF-1000XM6Read 30 September 202635Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WF-1000XM6/feature_2.htmlRead 30 September 2026L2_210 explicitly gives eight physical microphones across pair.

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.

Yes2Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WF-1000XM6Read 30 September 20264Press releasesony.jp/CorporateCruise/Press/202602/26-0213Read 30 September 202636Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WF-1000XM6/feature_4.htmlRead 30 September 2026Bone-conduction sensor section explicitly identifies dedicated sensor.

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.

AI2Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WF-1000XM6Read 30 September 202636Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WF-1000XM6/feature_4.htmlRead 30 September 2026AI Noise Reduction section separates user voice from other noise.

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 wideband2Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WF-1000XM6Read 30 September 2026Super Wideband calling feature requires a supporting phone.36Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WF-1000XM6/feature_4.htmlRead 30 September 2026Super Wideband calling section requires a supporting smartphone.

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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Yes2Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WF-1000XM6Read 30 September 2026Double tap toggles the mic on or off, enabled in the app36Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WF-1000XM6/feature_4.htmlRead 30 September 2026Double-tap microphone on/off section: must enable in Sound Connect, controls headset mic independently of source-app mute.

SidetoneiHear your own voice in calls

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Yes10Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2985/v1/en/contents/F002_Using_the_Sound_Connect_app.htmlRead 30 September 2026Capture Voice During a Phone Call explicitly described as Sidetone.17Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2985/v1/en/contents/F048_Functions_for_a_phone_call.htmlRead 30 September 2026Capture Voice During a Phone Call (Sidetone function)

Connectivity

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Chip

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QN3e, Integrated Processor V22Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WF-1000XM6Read 30 September 2026QN3e noise-canceling processor and Integrated Processor V 2.

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.

Bluetooth1Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WF-1000XM6/spec.htmlRead 30 September 2026Bluetooth specification table: Bluetooth wireless connection.

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.

5.31Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WF-1000XM6/spec.htmlRead 30 September 2026Bluetooth specification table: Bluetooth 5.3.

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, LDAC, LC31Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WF-1000XM6/spec.htmlRead 30 September 202622Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2985/v1/en/contents/F055_Supported_codecs.htmlRead 30 September 2026Classic A2DP: SBC/AAC/LDAC. LE Audio: LC3. LDAC requires Priority on Sound Quality. LE Audio requires Low latency setting.

Bluetooth profiles

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A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP, TMAP, CSIP, MCP, VCP, CCP1Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WF-1000XM6/spec.htmlRead 30 September 2026Bluetooth specification table: A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP, TMAP, CSIP, MCP, VCP and CCP.

LE Audio

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Yes2Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WF-1000XM6Read 30 September 202616Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2985/v1/en/contents/F025_Connecting_with_an_Android_smartphone_using_LE_Audio.htmlRead 30 September 2026Connecting with an Android smartphone using LE Audio: exact WF-1000XM6 function.

Auracast

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Yes2Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WF-1000XM6Read 30 September 20264Press releasesony.jp/CorporateCruise/Press/202602/26-0213Read 30 September 202638Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WF-1000XM6/feature_6.htmlRead 30 September 2026L2_670 explicitly describes Auracast broadcast audio reception and shared listening.

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.

Yes2Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WF-1000XM6Read 30 September 202615Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2985/v1/en/contents/F034_Connecting_the_headset_to_2_devices_simultaneously.htmlRead 30 September 2026Connecting the headset to 2 devices simultaneously: exact WF-1000XM6 function.38Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WF-1000XM6/feature_6.htmlRead 30 September 2026L2_710: two source devices concurrently, including Classic/LE Audio cross-connections.

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.

22Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WF-1000XM6Read 30 September 202615Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2985/v1/en/contents/F034_Connecting_the_headset_to_2_devices_simultaneously.htmlRead 30 September 2026Connecting the headset to 2 devices simultaneously: exact WF-1000XM6 function.38Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WF-1000XM6/feature_6.htmlRead 30 September 2026L2_710 explicitly states two concurrent source devices.

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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821Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2985/v1/en/contents/F023_Pairing_and_connecting_with_an_Android_smartphone.htmlRead 8 October 2026Note: up to 8 paired devices. Ninth pairing replaces oldest connection.

Automatic switching between own devicesiThrough the maker's account

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Yes11Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2985/v1/en/contents/F035_Switching_audio_between_multiple_devices_with_audio_switch.htmlRead 30 September 2026Audio switch automatically switches Fast-Paired Android devices signed into the same Google account.

Fast pairing

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Google Fast Pair, Microsoft Swift Pair2Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WF-1000XM6Read 30 September 20265Press articlegsmarena.com/sony_wf1000xm6_arrive_with_updated_sound_tuning_stronger_anc_-news-71532.phpRead 30 September 202621Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2985/v1/en/contents/F023_Pairing_and_connecting_with_an_Android_smartphone.htmlRead 8 October 2026Google Fast Pair for Android. Microsoft Swift Pair explicitly listed on Sony maker product page.38Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WF-1000XM6/feature_6.htmlRead 30 September 2026L2_680 Google Fast Pair, Android 6+, plus L2_690 Windows 10/11 Swift Pair.

Audio sharingiShare one stream with a second pair

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Wireless range (claimed)

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10m1Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WF-1000XM6/spec.htmlRead 30 September 2026Bluetooth specification table: maximum communication distance 10 m.

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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Yes10Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2985/v1/en/contents/F002_Using_the_Sound_Connect_app.htmlRead 30 September 2026Bluetooth Connection Quality: Low latency when using LE Audio. Android source must support LE Audio.

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, macOS28Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2985/v1/en/contents/F021_How_to_make_a_wireless_connection_to_Bluetooth_devices.htmlRead 30 September 2026Android/iPhone/Windows 11/Mac pairing subsections document each platform.

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.

BSony WF-1000XM6

Platform	Connection	Microphone works
Android	Bluetooth	Yes
iOS	Bluetooth	Yes
Windows	Bluetooth	Yes
macOS	Bluetooth	Yes

Source21Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2985/v1/en/contents/F023_Pairing_and_connecting_with_an_Android_smartphone.htmlRead 8 October 2026Exact Android pairing procedure.41Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2985/v1/en/contents/F026_Pairing_and_connecting_with_an_iPhone.htmlRead 8 October 2026Exact iPhone pairing procedure.42Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2985/v1/en/contents/F028_Pairing_and_connecting_with_a_computer_Windows_11.htmlRead 8 October 2026Windows 11, Bluetooth A2DP music support required.43Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2985/v1/en/contents/F029_Pairing_and_connecting_with_a_computer_Mac.htmlRead 8 October 2026macOS 12+, Bluetooth A2DP music support required.44Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2985/v1/en/contents/F047_Making_a_call.htmlRead 8 October 2026Smartphone calls use HFP/HSP and microphones on left/right units. Prefer HFP when both profiles supported.45Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2985/v1/en/contents/F049_Making_a_video_call_on_your_computer.htmlRead 8 October 2026Windows/Mac linked instructions. Select HFP/HSP hands-free speaker and microphone for video calls, not stereo music output. Computer/application compatibility can vary.

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.

BSony WF-1000XM6

Feature	Needs
Spatial Sound and Head Tracking	Android 13+ phone with head-tracking support and compatible multichannel or 360 Reality Audio content/service. Amazon Music excluded for 360 Reality Audio head tracking.
Google Gemini	Android 13 or later
audio switch	Android 8.0 or later, connected via Google Fast Pair
LE Audio	The Android smartphone must support LE Audio
Tencent Xiaowei	Tencent Xiaowei is only available in China
Computer Bluetooth audio and calls	Windows 11 or macOS 12+ with Bluetooth A2DP for music. Select HFP/HSP hands-free speaker and microphone for video calls. Application and computer compatibility varies.

Source2Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WF-1000XM6Read 30 September 2026Head tracking needs Android 13 or later with head tracking support (JP page)16Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2985/v1/en/contents/F025_Connecting_with_an_Android_smartphone_using_LE_Audio.htmlRead 30 September 2026LC3/low-latency mode requires LE Audio-capable Android source. Gemini and audio switch conditions from their respective sections.34Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WF-1000XM6/feature_1.htmlRead 30 September 2026Head tracking L2_170 explicitly sets Android 13+, device support, content/service support and Amazon Music exclusion.45Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2985/v1/en/contents/F049_Making_a_video_call_on_your_computer.htmlRead 8 October 2026Computer video calls require correctly selected HFP/HSP speaker and microphone. Some computer/application combinations may not work properly.

Official licence

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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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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.

BSony WF-1000XM6

Mode	Codec	Includes case recharges	Hours (h)
ANC on	LDAC	No	5
Transparency	LDAC	No	5
ANC off	LDAC	No	8
ANC on	AAC	No	8
Transparency	AAC	No	8
ANC off	AAC	No	12
ANC on	SBC	No	8
Transparency	SBC	No	8
ANC off	SBC	No	12
ANC on	LC3	No	7
Transparency	LC3	No	7
ANC off	LC3	No	11
Call	Not available	No	5.5
ANC on	AAC	Yes	24
ANC off	AAC	Yes	36

Source1Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WF-1000XM6/spec.htmlRead 30 September 2026Call specifications: 5 h ANC on, 5.5 h ANC off. Stored call row is the ANC-off claim.2Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WF-1000XM6Read 30 September 2026With case: NC on 24 h, NC off 36 h, codec AAC12Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2985/v1/en/contents/F017_Available_operating_time.htmlRead 30 September 2026Available operating time table: LDAC 5/5/8 h, AAC 8/8/12 h, SBC 8/8/12 h, LC3 7/7/11 h (ANC/ambient/off). Call 5.5 h is ANC off. EQ, DSEE Extreme, Speak-to-Chat shorten playback.38Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WF-1000XM6/feature_6.htmlRead 30 September 2026L2_540: AAC, 8 h ANC on and 24 h case-inclusive, 12 h ANC off and 36 h case-inclusive. EQ/DSEE off, other features default. Per-codec earbud rows from Help Guide operating-time table.

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

8h=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

36h=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

24h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

Talk time (claimed)

5h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

5.5h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

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.

90min13Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2985/v1/en/contents/F066_Specifications.htmlRead 30 September 2026Specifications: approx. 1.5 hours (Headset)

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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5min2Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WF-1000XM6Read 30 September 2026Quick charging feature: 5 minutes gives 60 minutes with AAC and ANC on.38Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WF-1000XM6/feature_6.htmlRead 30 September 2026L2_550: 5-minute charge for 60-minute playback, AAC, ANC on, EQ/DSEE off.

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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1h2Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WF-1000XM6Read 30 September 202638Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WF-1000XM6/feature_6.htmlRead 30 September 2026L2_550: 60 minutes equals 1 hour with AAC, ANC on, EQ/DSEE off.

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.

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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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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-C27Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2985/v1/en/contents/F008_Location_and_function_of_parts.htmlRead 30 September 2026Charging case parts: USB Type-C port.

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.

120min13Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2985/v1/en/contents/F066_Specifications.htmlRead 30 September 2026Specifications: approx. 2 hours (Charging case)

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.

Yes1Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WF-1000XM6/spec.htmlRead 30 September 202629Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2985/v1/en/contents/F016_Charging.htmlRead 30 September 2026Charging chapter documents commercially available wireless charging pad.38Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WF-1000XM6/feature_6.htmlRead 30 September 2026L2_560 explicitly supports Qi wireless charging.

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

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Qi2Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WF-1000XM6Read 30 September 202629Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2985/v1/en/contents/F016_Charging.htmlRead 30 September 2026Charging chapter: use a Qi-compatible wireless charging pad.38Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WF-1000XM6/feature_6.htmlRead 30 September 2026L2_560 Qi-certified charger required.

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.

Touch, Head gestures, Voice commands2Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WF-1000XM6Read 30 September 202618Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2985/v1/en/contents/F013_About_the_touch_sensor.htmlRead 30 September 2026About the touch sensor: exact WF-1000XM6 function.

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.

Touch18Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2985/v1/en/contents/F013_About_the_touch_sensor.htmlRead 30 September 2026Tap 4 or more times on the left or right bud

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.

Tap, Tap twice, Tap 3 times, Tap 4 or more times, Hold your finger to the touch sensor, Nod your head, Shake your head10Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2985/v1/en/contents/F002_Using_the_Sound_Connect_app.htmlRead 30 September 2026Head Gesture enables nod and shake controls. Touch sensor chapter documents taps and holding.18Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2985/v1/en/contents/F013_About_the_touch_sensor.htmlRead 30 September 2026About the touch sensor: exact WF-1000XM6 function.

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.

Yes10Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2985/v1/en/contents/F002_Using_the_Sound_Connect_app.htmlRead 30 September 2026Change the touch sensor function and Quick Access service assignments.

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.

Gemini, Google Assistant, Siri, Tencent Xiaowei2Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WF-1000XM6Read 30 September 2026Maker voice assistant feature explicitly lists Google Assistant and Gemini. Siri and China-only Tencent Xiaowei from manual sections.10Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2985/v1/en/contents/F002_Using_the_Sound_Connect_app.htmlRead 30 September 2026Voice assistant setup. Individual Gemini, Google app, Siri and Tencent sections document device requirements.30Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2985/v1/en/contents/F050_Using_Google_Gemini.htmlRead 30 September 2026Gemini requires supported Android device and Google account.31Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2985/v1/en/contents/F051_Using_Tencent_Xiaowei.htmlRead 30 September 2026Tencent Xiaowei is available only in China.32Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2985/v1/en/contents/F052_Using_the_voice_assist_function_Google_app.htmlRead 30 September 2026Google voice assistant via the Google app on Android.33Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2985/v1/en/contents/F053_Using_the_voice_assist_function_Siri.htmlRead 30 September 2026Siri voice assistant on supported iPhone.

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.

Yes2Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WF-1000XM6Read 30 September 202638Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WF-1000XM6/feature_6.htmlRead 30 September 2026L2_600: removing earbud automatically stops music.

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.

IR sensors, Touch sensors, Bone conduction sensor2Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WF-1000XM6Read 30 September 202627Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2985/v1/en/contents/F008_Location_and_function_of_parts.htmlRead 30 September 2026Parts identify IR and touch sensors. Dedicated bone-conduction sensor from Sony product page.

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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Hearing protectioniLimits sudden loud sounds

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Health features

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Safe Listening 2.037Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WF-1000XM6/feature_5.htmlRead 30 September 2026Safe Listening 2.0 section: tracks listening sound-pressure exposure, compares WHO recommendations, alerts or reduces volume.

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, L4Press releasesony.jp/CorporateCruise/Press/202602/26-0213Read 30 September 202619Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2985/v1/en/contents/F004_Included_items.htmlRead 30 September 2026Included items: exact WF-1000XM6 function.

Ear tip materials

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

Foam6Reviewsoundguys.com/sony-wf-1000xm6-review-152013Read 30 September 2026Four sizes of memory foam ear tips

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

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None6Reviewsoundguys.com/sony-wf-1000xm6-review-152013Read 30 September 2026No ear wings

Ear tip fit test

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Yes2Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WF-1000XM6Read 30 September 2026Checks ear tip seal and size in the app

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.

IPX42Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WF-1000XM6Read 30 September 2026IPX4 for the buds only, not the case38Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WF-1000XM6/feature_6.htmlRead 30 September 2026L2_720: IPX4 applies to earbuds only, not charging case.

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.

Sony Sound Connect10Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2985/v1/en/contents/F002_Using_the_Sound_Connect_app.htmlRead 30 September 2026Sony Sound Connect app setup and functions.

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, iOS10Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2985/v1/en/contents/F002_Using_the_Sound_Connect_app.htmlRead 30 September 2026Install from Google Play or Apple App Store.

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.

Yes20Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2985/v1/en/contents/F056_How_to_keep_the_software_up_to_date.htmlRead 30 September 2026How to keep the software up to date: exact WF-1000XM6 function.37Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WF-1000XM6/feature_5.htmlRead 30 September 2026Firmware update section allows background download, with earbuds unavailable during installation.

Finding network

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Google Find Hub2Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WF-1000XM6Read 30 September 2026Fast Pair feature: Find Hub reports last known location. No UWB precision finding is claimed.38Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WF-1000XM6/feature_6.htmlRead 30 September 2026L2_680: Find Hub displays last-known location and can ring earbuds.

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.

6.5g(0.2 oz)1Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WF-1000XM6/spec.htmlRead 30 September 2026Headphone specification table: approximately 6.5 g each including medium ear tip.13Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2985/v1/en/contents/F066_Specifications.htmlRead 30 September 2026Specifications: approximately 6.5 g per earbud including medium tip.

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.

47g(1.7 oz)13Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2985/v1/en/contents/F066_Specifications.htmlRead 30 September 2026Approx. 47 g (Charging case)

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.

Hi-Res Audio Wireless2Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WF-1000XM6Read 30 September 2026Hi-Res AUDIO WIRELESS badge in the product page feature logos

Communication certifications

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FCC IDs

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AK8YY298539Owner's manualnfm.com/on/demandware.static/-/Library-Sites-NFMSharedLibrary/default/dwf3ccc72f/product-pdfs/069/87/69870889-use-and-care-guide.pdfRead 8 October 2026Original reference guide page 1 regulatory block identifies headset YY2985 and FCC ID AK8YY2985. Public retailer-hosted original maker PDF.

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.

Wireless Noise Canceling Stereo Headset, USB Type-C® cable (USB-A to USB-C®), Noise isolation earbud tips (XS (2), S (2), M (2), L (2)), Charging case, Documents19Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2985/v1/en/contents/F004_Included_items.htmlRead 30 September 2026Included items: exact WF-1000XM6 function.

Cables included

AHuawei FreeBuds Pro 5

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BSony WF-1000XM6

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USB Type-C cable (USB-A to USB-C)	1

Source19Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2985/v1/en/contents/F004_Included_items.htmlRead 30 September 2026Included items: exact WF-1000XM6 function.

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.

www.sony.jp/headphone/products/WF-1000XM62Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WF-1000XM6Read 30 September 2026Opened Sony product page titled WF-1000XM6.

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.

www.sony.jp/headphone/products/WF-1000XM6/spec.html1Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WF-1000XM6/spec.htmlRead 30 September 2026Opened maker technical spec page title identifies WF-1000XM6.

Manual

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helpguide.sony.net/mdr/2985/v1/en/index.html3Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2985/v1/en/index.htmlRead 30 September 2026WF-1000XM6 Help Guide index. Technical values cite their individual sections.

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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Both are also in the API. Back to all earbuds.