Sennheiser has expanded its MOMENTUM lineup with the MOMENTUM True Wireless 5, its new flagship true wireless earbuds and the successor to the MOMENTUM True Wireless 4.
Inspired in part by the full-size MOMENTUM 5 Wireless Headphones, the MOMENTUM True Wireless 5 introduce several major upgrades to Sennheiser’s premium earbud platform, including Dolby Atmos support, Bluetooth 6.0, aptX Lossless, and replaceable batteries in both the earbuds and charging case.
MOMENTUM True Wireless 5
The MOMENTUM True Wireless 5 build on the same sound-first philosophy behind Sennheiser’s full-size MOMENTUM 5 Wireless headphones, while adapting that approach for a much smaller true wireless design.
7mm TrueResponse Dynamic Drivers
The MOMENTUM True Wireless 5 use Sennheiser’s 7mm TrueResponse dynamic transducers, which are designed to deliver detailed reproduction while retaining the fuller, bass-driven presentation associated with the MOMENTUM lineup. Each transducer is manufactured at Sennheiser’s facility in Tullamore, Ireland.
Listeners can further customize the sound through the Sennheiser Smart Control Plus App, which includes an 8-band equalizer for more precise tonal adjustment.
Bluetooth 6.0, aptX Adaptive and Lossless Audio
The MOMENTUM True Wireless 5 support Bluetooth 6.0 along with aptX Adaptive, providing a high-resolution wireless audio pathway up to 24-bit/96kHz with compatible source devices. The earbuds also support aptX Lossless, enabling bit-perfect CD-quality wireless transmission when paired with a compatible source and under appropriate connection conditions.
Revised Adaptive ANC and Smarter Voice Isolation
The MOMENTUM True Wireless 5 feature a revised adaptive hybrid active noise cancellation (ANC) system along with an automatic anti-wind mode designed to reduce unwanted noise in changing environments.
A redesigned ear tip works with a four-microphone array to improve isolation and maximize ANC effectiveness, while Sennheiser also claims its most natural-sounding real-time transparency mode yet for the MOMENTUM True Wireless series.
For calls and voice capture, the earbuds use eight system sensors, including six microphones and two bone-conduction voice accelerometers. An AI-based speech-extraction algorithm analyzes those inputs to isolate the wearer’s voice more effectively, particularly in noisy surroundings.
Dolby Atmos Spatial Audio With Head Tracking
Borrowing from the spatial audio capabilities of the full-size MOMENTUM 5 Wireless headphones, the MOMENTUM True Wireless 5 are optimized for Dolby Atmos and support interactive head tracking. The technology is designed to create a more immersive spatial presentation by keeping sounds anchored within the virtual sound field as the listener moves their head.
User-Replaceable Batteries Extend Product Life
The MOMENTUM True Wireless 5 feature user-replaceable batteries in both the earbuds and wireless charging case, allowing owners to replace aging power cells rather than retire the entire product when battery performance eventually declines. It is an unusually practical approach for premium true wireless earbuds and could significantly extend their usable lifespan while reducing electronic waste.
Up to 40 Hours of Battery Life
The MOMENTUM True Wireless 5 improve battery life over the previous-generation MOMENTUM True Wireless 4, providing up to 12 hours of continuous playback on a single charge. The Qi-compatible wireless charging case provides additional recharges for up to 40 hours of total listening time.
For users caught with a nearly depleted battery, the quick-charge function provides up to one hour of playback from an eight-minute charge.
The MOMENTUM True Wireless 5 supports improved playback time over the previous Momentum 4 with 12 hours of continuous playback per charge. With two additional replenishments stored in the Qi-enabled wireless charging case, up to 40 total hours of run time is supported. Quick charge capability extends listening up to 1 hour from just an 8-minute charge.
Sennheiser on Replaceable Batteries
“Balancing compact size, our signature high-fidelity acoustics, and a replaceable battery is a major breakthrough,” said Lilika Beck, President of Sennheiser Consumer Hearing. “With MOMENTUM True Wireless 5, we are proving that cutting-edge performance does not have to sacrifice longevity.”
“We set out to bring the larger-than-life sound and connected technology of the MOMENTUM series into a remarkably compact format,” said Frank Foppe, Product Manager. “From its exquisite audio reproduction to the advanced hardware powering it all, MOMENTUM True Wireless 5 represents our most advanced integration of audio technology in an earbud.”
Redesigned Fit, IP54 Protection and a Slimmer Charging Case
For a more unobtrusive fit, the MOMENTUM True Wireless 5 feature a newly sculpted, aerodynamic housing developed using data gathered from thousands of individual ear models.
The earbuds also adopt a fin-less design that Sennheiser says was rated more comfortable than the previous generation by 73% of testers. An IP54 rating provides protection against dust, sweat, and splashes, while a micro-perforated acoustic microphone plate is designed to reduce wind turbulence that can interfere with voice pickup and ANC performance.
Sennheiser has also redesigned the charging case with a narrower, more pocket-friendly shape and a low-friction finish intended to make it easier to slide in and out of pockets.
Comparison
| Sennheiser Model | Momentum True Wireless 5 (MTW5) | Momentum True Wireless 4 (MTW4) |
| Release Date | September 3, 2026 | February 29, 2024 |
| Product Type | TWS Earbuds | TWS Earbuds |
| Price | $299.95 | $299.95 |
| Ear coupling | Ear canal | Ear canal |
| Connectivity | Bluetooth 6.0 | Bluetooth 5.4 |
| Supported profiles | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, TMAP, PBP |
| Supported codecs | SBC, AAC, aptX, aptX Adaptive/Lossless, LE Audio and Auracast (firmware update required) | SBC, AAC, aptX, aptX Adaptive/Lossless, LC3 – LE Audio and Auracast |
| Dolby Atmos | Yes – with head tracking | No |
| Speaker Principle | Dynamic | Dynamic |
| Speaker Type/size | 7mm dynamic TrueResponse transducer | 7mm dynamic TrueResponse transducer |
| Speaker frequency range | 5 Hz to 21 kHz | 5 Hz to 21 kHz |
| Speaker sensitivity | 107 dB SPL (1 kHz / 1 mW) | 107 dB SPL (1 kHz / 1 mW) |
| Speaker THD | <0,08% (1 kHz / 94 dB) | <0,08% (1 kHz / 94 dB) |
| Active Noise Cancellation | Hybrid Adaptive ANC | Hybrid Adaptive ANC |
| Mic principle | MEMS | MEMS |
| Mic frequency range | Up to 16 kHz (super wideband telephony mode) | 100 Hz to 10 kHz |
| Mic pick-up type | 4 mics per earbud incl. bone-conducted mic; AI and beamforming for de-noising | 3 mics per earbud, beamforming for noise reduction |
| Battery lifespan | Up to 12 hrs music playtime with earbuds (ANC off) Up to 6 hrs music playtime with earbuds (ANC on) Up to 40 hrs overall music playtime with charging case (test condition: iPhone, mid volume level) | Up to 7.5 hrs music playtime with earbuds (ANC off) Up to 7.0 hrs music playtime with earbuds (ANC on) Up to 30 hrs overall music playtime with charging case (test condition: iPhone, mid-volume level 85 dB) |
| Charging time | Approx. 1.5 hrs for a full charge. After 8 min of charging, 1 hr of music playtime. Note: Ambient temperatures <15°C or >30°C and Qi wireless charging lead to extended charging times | Approx. 1.5 hrs for a full charge. After 8 min of charging, 1 hr of music playtime Note: Ambient temperatures <15°C or >30°C and Qi wireless charging lead to extended charging times |
| Battery type | Lithium-Ion rechargeable batteries, User replaceable with standard tools, Left/right earbud: 72 mAh, Charging case: 760 mAh | Built-in (not replaceable) Lithium-Ion rechargeable batteries; Left/right earbud: 75 mAh, charging case: 820 mAh |
| Power supply | 5 V⎓, 1000 mA max., charging power up to 5 W, USB-C charging socket, no Power Delivery (PD), Qi Wireless Charging (Version 2.1) | 5 V⎓, 1000 mA max; USB charging via USB-C socket at charging case; Qi Wireless charging |
| Weather resistance | IP54, dust and splash resistant (earbuds only) | IP54, dust and splash resistant (earbuds only) |
| Product dimension | 67.2 x 48.4 x 25.0 mm (case with earbuds) | 70.1 x 44.6 x 34.8 mm (case with earbuds) |
| Product weight | 7 g (single earbud) 69 g (both earbuds and charging case) | 6.2 g (single earbud) 72.4 g (both earbuds and charging case) |
| App support | Sennheiser Smart Control Plus app for iOS and Android | Sennheiser Smart Control Plus app for iOS and Android |
The Bottom Line
The Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 5 enter a very crowded premium wireless earbud market at $299.95, but this is more than a cosmetic refresh of the MOMENTUM True Wireless 4. The 7mm TrueResponse driver remains central to the design, while Sennheiser has added Dolby Atmos with head tracking, Bluetooth 6.0, improved adaptive ANC, a more sophisticated microphone and voice-isolation system, longer battery life, and the expanded 8-band EQ available through the Smart Control Plus app.
The most unusual upgrade, however, may be the user-replaceable batteries in both the earbuds and charging case. Battery degradation remains one of the biggest limitations of true wireless earbuds, and allowing owners to replace the cells rather than discard an otherwise functional $300 product gives the MOMENTUM True Wireless 5 a meaningful longevity advantage over most competitors.
Sennheiser has also held the line on price. The $299.95 MSRP is the same price at which the MOMENTUM True Wireless 4 originally launched, although the outgoing model is now heavily discounted as it makes way for its successor. That puts the MTW5 above Apple’s $249 AirPods Pro 3, level with the Bose QuietComfort Ultra (2nd gen) and Technics EAH-AZ100, but below luxury models such as the Bowers & Wilkins Pi8.
There is also an important connectivity feature worth clarifying: Bluetooth LE Audio and Auracast are supported. Sennheiser says the functionality will be enabled through a future firmware update rather than being available at launch. That means buyers will not need new hardware to take advantage of Auracast once the update arrives, and existing owners will receive the feature through the same firmware path.
Ultimately, Sennheiser has given buyers more than just another annual collection of software tweaks. Dolby Atmos, aptX Lossless, improved ANC and call performance are all welcome, but the replaceable battery system is the feature that could make these earbuds considerably more appealing to listeners who would prefer their expensive wireless headphones to last longer than the batteries sealed inside them.
Price & Availability
The Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 5 will be available in five metallic colors: Graphite, Cream, Copper, Denim, and Lavender, and will begin shipping on September 3, 2026 from sennheiser-hearing.com and select retailers at an MSRP of $299.95 USD.
Where to buy: $299.95 at Amazon
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Silent
August 20, 2026 at 12:40 pm
I’m confused with one thing: there is no TMAP profile (which is present in Momentum 4 TWS, but at the same time:
Mic frequency range Up to 16 kHz (super wideband telephony mode).
Isn’t SWB telephony mode is LC3 based TMAP part? I’m really interested if Sennheiser have newer chipset with BT6.0 but firmware not support LE Audio profiles which was there on older model, or it’s just incomplete specifications?
Replaceable battery is great appeal for quality buds with not so low price – buying good product once and change battery is a way to expect at least 5 years in use. Without this repairability I always consider below $150 products to treat them as disposable with 2-3years of service expected (which is definitely sacrifice sound in comparison with Sennheiser).
Ian White
August 20, 2026 at 2:12 pm
Silent,
There were a few specs missing from the material they provided but I think some of the other features were not included at launch. Might be a firmware update in a few months. No Auracast at launch even though it was supported by the Momentum 4.
IW
ORT
August 20, 2026 at 3:36 pm
As regards improvements to anything audio: Can you actually, via double blind testing, hear an “improvement”. BT6 is said to objectively provide “precise distance measurement, scanning efficiency and data handling architecture”.
The first part of that explanation means that devices can now know precisely how far apart they are, supposedly within a couple of inches. Kinda sorta like GPS have gotten far more accurate over the years. Yup. Really. That’s it.
The second part, scanning efficiency means your Bluetooth devices spend less time and power sorting through surround electronic devices. In English they won’t spend power/time looking at devices they aren’t connected to to see if it should be connected to them. Better use of battery power by not wasting battery power? Yup!
The third and final part is data is more efficiently organized within the Bluetooth data stream. In the case of music, it repackages the stream mo’ better to prevent for example, music stuttering.
I hope this in a nutshell (I am a nutcase!) = helps.
ORTacles of Thebes