Sony WH-1000XM5 down to $250 for Black Friday — premium ANC at a bargain

Sony’s WH-1000XM5 headphones have dropped to $250 for Black Friday, a $150 discount that matches their all‑time low. These former flagship cans scored highly in reviews for their redesigned comfort, strong sound and very capable active noise cancellation.

While Sony’s WH-1000XM6 is the newer flagship with incremental improvements, the XM5 remains an excellent value at this price — especially if you want top‑tier ANC without paying full flagship money.

Key specs & highlights

• Price: $250 (Black Friday sale, about $150 off).
• ANC & microphones: Powerful noise cancellation thanks to multiple mics and processors, with improved blocking of higher‑frequency sounds.
• Battery life: Around 30 hours per charge.
• Sound: Deep, punchy bass and immersive presentation praised in reviews.
• Comfort: Redesigned ear cups and headband for long listening sessions.

Should you buy now?

If you want great noise cancellation, excellent comfort and strong sound at a mid‑range price, the WH‑1000XM5 at $250 is hard to beat. If you prefer the absolute latest improvements and can stretch your budget, the WH‑1000XM6 is on sale too (around $398 in some deals), but most buyers will find the XM5 to be the best value.

Shop the current deal (affiliate): Sony WH-1000XM5 on Amazon. For official specs and support, visit Sony’s headphones page (opens in a new tab): sony.com.

Discussion: Will you pick up the XM5 at $250, or are you waiting for an XM6 price drop? What do you value most in noise‑canceling headphones — ANC, sound quality, comfort or battery life?