These Signature Sony Headphones Are Under $200 Ahead of Black Friday
Get these still amazing 2022 flagship headphones for 50% off.
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The Sony WH-1000XM6 headphones are the most recent entry in Sony's 1000X series, which has been around since 2016. They're the best over-ear headphones in terms of audio quality currently on the market—but not everyone can (or needs to) drop nearly half a grand on headphones.
The WH-1000XM5 are a generation older and were at the top of their class until they were supplanted by the XM6. On the plus side, by virtue of being older, they're currently discounted to $198 (down from the original $399.99) during Amazon's early Black Friday sale. That 50% off brings it down to the lowest price they've ever reached, according to price-tracking tools, a good deal for premium headphones that still sound incredible, even in 2026.
I have been a loyal customer of the 1000X line for many years; they're my go-to headphones for most activities. The WH-1000XM5 received an "outstanding" review from PCMag for their top-notch audio quality and exceptional audio when using the best-in-class active noise cancellation. The headphones are also well-designed to be comfortable for long listening sessions. The ear controls use tapping and swiping, which isn't my favorite, but it's what all modern headphones are moving toward. There's a companion app that lets you adjust your EQ settings to your liking, including what the swiping and tapping functions do.
These headphones also have a stereo 3.5mm connection, which is perfect for those who want to use a cable and not worry about battery life. And speaking of battery life, Sony says you can expect about 30 hours, but it will vary depending on your use of ANC. They are compatible with AAC, LDAC, and SBC codecs and have multipoint connection, meaning you can pair them with more than one device at the same time.
Personally, I think the value for the money you get with the XM5 for $198 is better than paying full price for the XM6. If you're looking to get ahead of the Black Friday chaos and secure an amazing deal on great headphones, this is it.
