Buying lab

Compare consumer tech gear before you buy.

Line up review signal, value, lifecycle, chip and buyer fit across up to four products.

Best blended pick

Sony WH-1000XM5

The review signal is high relative to the usual price. Prioritise deals and refurbished options. Target price: $383.

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Best value

The review signal is high relative to the usual price. Prioritise deals and refurbished options.

Critic score83

Value signal100

Price$399

Lifecycle4y 2m old

User score7.5

Consensus

83/100

Lifecycle

4y 2m old

Value signal

100/100