Sennheiser expands its audio lineup with the Momentum 5 Wireless headphones and Momentum True Wireless 5 earbuds, bringing upgraded active noise cancellation, lossless streaming codecs, and user-replaceable batteries to international markets starting September 24, 2026.
Audio Architecture and Codec Support Across the Flagship Lineup
Sennheiser positions both new flagship releases around high-resolution audio streaming and spatial audio capabilities. The over-ear Momentum 5 Wireless features 42mm dynamic drivers inspired by the brand’s HD 600 series, with the transducer manufactured at the company’s Tullamore facility in Ireland. It carries Hi-Res Audio certification and supports Snapdragon Sound with the aptX Lossless codec for wireless streaming. For spatial sound, the headphones support Dolby Atmos with interactive head-tracking, which becomes available through a firmware update in the Smart Control Plus app. Connectivity ships with Bluetooth 5.4, with support for Bluetooth 6.0 slated for a future firmware update.
In the in-ear category, the Momentum True Wireless 5 relies on 7mm TrueResponse dynamic transducers, also developed and produced in Tullamore. These earbuds support 24-bit/96kHz high-resolution audio over Bluetooth 6.0, alongside aptX Adaptive, aptX Lossless, and a low-latency mode for gaming. Multi-device support, Google Fast Pair, and Microsoft Swift Pair round out the connection suite. Meanwhile, users can tune their sound profiles using an eight-band equalizer inside the companion app, which Gizbot notes is one of the best in the business, offering deep EQ control, sound personalisation and fit tests without forcing you to log in for the basics
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Noise Cancellation Upgrades and Real-World Performance
Both models feature heavily revised hybrid adaptive noise cancellation systems, though real-world effectiveness varies by environment. The Momentum 5 Wireless utilizes an eight-microphone array with four microphones on each side—double the count of its predecessor—which the manufacturer claims delivers up to three times stronger midrange suppression against surrounding voice chatter and aircraft cabin noise. The over-ear model achieves up to 57 hours of battery life with ANC enabled.
The True Wireless 5 earbuds pair a four-microphone array per earbud with an automatic anti-wind mode and an eight-sensor system incorporating a voice accelerometer and AI-powered speech extraction. While the system effectively flattens steady environmental hums like metro coaches or air conditioners, reviews note it lands in a strong second place behind current market leaders such as the Sony WF-1000XM6 and Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds when tackling sudden office chatter. Battery life on the earbuds is rated at up to 12 hours per charge with ANC off, extending to roughly six to six and a half hours with noise cancellation active, while the charging case brings total playback time to 40 hours.
User-Replaceable Batteries and Regional Pricing
A notable engineering shift in this generation is the inclusion of user-replaceable batteries designed to extend product longevity. The Momentum 5 Wireless houses a 700mAh battery that can be swapped using a standard Phillips-head screwdriver, alongside replaceable ear pads. Similarly, the True Wireless 5 features user-replaceable batteries in both the individual earbuds and the Qi-enabled wireless charging case.
- India: Pre-orders open September 24, 2026, with retail sales beginning October 1, 2026. The Momentum 5 Wireless is priced at Rs 39,990, and the Momentum True Wireless 5 costs Rs 29,990. Customers pre-ordering through official channels receive a complimentary Sennheiser BTD 600 Bluetooth USB dongle, valued at Rs 5,990.
- Malaysia: All three products, including the open-ear ACCENTUM Clip, are available now through Sennheiser’s official online store, Shopee, Lazada, and authorized retailers. The MOMENTUM 5 Wireless lists at RM1,999 in Black, White, and Denim, while the MOMENTUM True Wireless 5 retails for RM1,699 in Graphite, Copper, Cream, Denim, and Lavender colorways.