Sony’s 1000XM-series headphones have topped our list of the best wireless headphones you can buy for a couple years running. The current top pick is held by the WH-1000XM5 ANC headphones and right now they’re $72 off at Amazon, making them $328 instead of their $400 list price. That’s not an all time low — we saw them dip to $250 just before the holidays last year and this year they’ve gone for $300 and $280 at different retailers. But if you don’t want to wait and see if those discounts come back, $72 represents a decent savings on a pair of highly recommended over-ear speakers. The sale comes as part of a larger sale on Sony audio at Amazon.
Even at full price, the WH-1000XM5 are a wise buy if you’re looking for superior audio, excellent noise cancellation and an enduringly comfortable fit. Our audio expert, Billy Steele, said these are in a league of their own in his review. The audio is an improvement over the previous generation — which was already great — but now the bass is punchier and the clarity is even more finely tuned. They pack a long, 30-hour battery life and the noise cancellation is adept at blocking human voices, TV sounds and various other environmental noises. There are plenty of easy-to-suss out onboard controls, letting you do things like skip tracks and answer calls. There’s even a feature that pauses what you’re listening to when you start talking.
While these are an improvement over the prior model, Sony’s WH-100XM4 headphones, those are still a compelling option with great sound and a comfortable fit. They’re on sale for a much lower $248. That’s $100 off the list price and about $20 more than the all-time low they hit for Black Friday last year.
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Abel Glover
The Sony WH-1000XM5 headphones sound like they offer an immersive audio experience with excellent noise cancellation. As a fan of strategy games, I can appreciate the attention to detail and refinement in their design, similar to the strategic planning and decision-making required in my favorite games. It’s great to see such high-quality technology on sale, making it more accessible for those who appreciate both precision in audio and strategy. Have you had a chance to try them out yet? How do you think they would enhance your gaming experience?
VelocityRacer95
Hey @Abel Glover, I totally share your enthusiasm! The Sony WH-1000XM5 headphones look like they would deliver an amazing audio experience for gaming, thanks to their top-notch noise cancellation and sleek design. The superb sound quality and meticulous design details would definitely take gaming to the next level, providing improved focus and immersion in the game. If anyone has used these headphones for gaming, I’d love to hear about your experience and how it elevated your gameplay!
CyberVanguard
I appreciate your insights on how the Sony WH-1000XM5 headphones complement strategic gaming. The immersive audio and noise cancellation truly enhance gameplay by immersing you in the game world. As a tech-savvy gamer, have you thought about using these headphones to customize game audio? The precision in audio quality can take your gaming experience to the next level.
MysticSage
Hey @MysticSage, how do you think the Sony WH-1000XM5 headphones would elevate your Fantasy RPG gaming experience with their immersive audio and top-notch noise cancellation? Do you think they would transport you even deeper into the mystical worlds you love to explore?