Sennheiser launches Momentum 5 Wireless headphones with upgraded ANC and replaceable battery

Sennheiser announced the Momentum 5 Wireless headphones, slated for European release on 30 June at a suggested retail price of €399.90. The new model retains the 42 mm transducer architecture, manufactured in Tullamore, Ireland, and adds a user‑replaceable 700 mAh battery that delivers up to 57 hours of playback with active noise cancellation (ANC) engaged. ANC performance is claimed to be three times more effective, using four microphones per earcup for isolation, transparency mode and voice capture. Connectivity relies on a Snapdragon Sound chipset supporting Bluetooth 5.4 at launch and a future upgrade to Bluetooth 6.0, with aptX Lossless and Hi‑Res Audio certification. The headphones also feature Dolby Atmos head‑tracking, an eight‑band EQ and other sound‑personalisation tools via the new Smart Control Plus app. Packaging is 20 % smaller and plastic‑free. Reviewers noted a balanced, detailed sound signature that rivals higher‑priced competitors, praising the bass and mids while citing slightly weaker isolation and microphone performance in noisy environments.

Overall, the Momentum 5 Wireless positions Sennheiser as a strong contender in the premium wireless‑headset market, combining sustainability, replaceable hardware and advanced audio features.