Save $152 on the Sony WH-1000XM5 in this early Black Friday deal

Shoppers are being spoiled left, right, and centre by early Black Friday sales, and now Sony has joined the fray. The Sony WH-1000XM5 are currently available from Amazon with a remarkable 38% discount for just $248. This matches one of the biggest price drops we’ve ever seen for these headphones, down from their usual $399 RRP. For context, we haven’t seen this prince since July’s limited Amazon Prime Day sales.

However, unlike July’s sale, Amazon’s current Black Friday deal includes all four color variants. That means you can purchase the discounted WH-1000XM5 in Black, Midnight Blue, Silver, and Smoky Pink for $248. You also do not need a Prime membership, which spells good news for a wider pool of price-savvy seasonal shoppers.

So, what do you get for your money? Well, the Sony WH-1000XM5 enjoy some of the best ANC performance on the market. This reduces the perceived loudness of low-frequency environmental noise, such as passing trains and airplanes, by roughly 85%. They also feature improved passive isolation thanks to their all-encompassing, soft-fit leatherette ear cups. Sound quality is decent, particularly for bass enthusiasts, and the headphones’ sophisticated eight-microphone array and noise rejection algorithm provide excellent call quality.

Our battery tests reveal that the Sony WH-1000XM5 last nearly 32 hours in ANC enabled. Similarly, you can fast charge the headphones for just three minutes to receive three hours of listening time. Under the hood, the headphones support Bluetooth 5.2 wireless audio streaming and the LDAC codec. You also receive a USB-C charging port and a 3.5mm TRS jack for wired listening. Downloading the Sony Sound Connect app unlocks some of the cans’ best features. These include ANC optimization, Sony 360 Reality Audio, Google Fast Pair, and a comprehensive custom EQ.

The Sony WH-1000XM6 offer meaningful upgrades over their predecessor. However, any audio fan wanting industry-leading, high-end features at an affordable price point should grab this Sony WH-1000XM5 deal. There’s no time to waste!