A noisy common area, a roommate taking a video call a few feet away, a crowded commuter train — many scenarios turn a good pair of headphones into a back-to-school essential. And right now, Amazon has big discounts on a wide range of Sony headphones and earbuds, with some deals as high as 57% off.
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The sale covers quite a bit of ground — students can choose from over-ear noise-canceling headphones with over a full day of battery life, compact earbuds with charging cases and even gaming headsets with impressive built-in sound. Several wireless models also support multipoint connections, which can make switching between a laptop and phone considerably less annoying.
In this article: Sony WH-1000XM5 Premium Noise-Canceling Wireless Headphones, Sony WH-CH720N Wireless Noise-Canceling Over-Ear Headphones and Sony ULT WEAR Over-Ear Noise-Canceling Wireless Headphones
Check out some of the best deals below, and save on one item on your back-to-school list.
Sony WH-1000XM5 Premium Noise-Canceling Wireless Headphones 38% OFF
For long library sessions or flights home, these headphones offer up to 30 hours of battery life, with three hours of playback from just a three-minute charge. They offer two processors that control eight microphones for top-tier noise cancellation, plus touch controls and multipoint connectivity for added convenience.
Sony WH-CH720N Wireless Noise-Canceling Over-Ear Headphones 52% OFF
These super-lightweight noise-cancelling headphones use Dual Noise Sensor technology that works with the Integrated Processor V1 for truly immersive sound. Even better, they offer up to 35 hours of battery life, with up to an hour of playback with just a three-minute quick charge. Multipoint connects to two devices for seamless switching.
Sony ULT WEAR Over-Ear Noise-Canceling Wireless Headphones 41% OFF
These over-ear headphones have a button just for boosting bass, which makes them great for music lovers. They also feature dual noise canceling with Sony’s V1 processor, plus a comfortable fit, thanks to thermo-foaming cushions and a swivel-fold design. They offer multipoint connectivity and up to 30 hours of battery life per charge.
Sony WF-1000XM5 Premium Noise-Canceling Truly Wireless Earbuds 25% OFF
These premium earbuds offer Noise Isolation Earbud Tips for noise cancellation, paired with dual-feedback microphones and multipoint connectivity. They deliver up to eight hours of listening per charge (24 hours when paired with the charging case) and they're IPX4 water-resistant.
Sony WF-C710N Truly Wireless Noise-Canceling Earbud Headphones 32% OFF
These earbuds get up to 8.5 hours of listening time per charge, or 21.5 hours when used with the included charging case. They offer Dual Noise Sensor technology for noise cancellation with Ambient Sound mode and customizable EQ for a truly immersive listening experience. They also offer multipoint pairing and touch shortcuts for even more convenience.
Sony WF-C710N Truly Wireless Noise-Canceling Earbud Headphones 32% OFF
These compact earbuds use 5-millimeter drivers and Sony’s DSEE processing to offer noise canceling with adjustable Ambient Sound through the Sound Connect app. They offer multipoint pairing and up to 30 hours of listening with the case, plus quick charging — and in Glass Blue, they have a distinctive look that stands out on campus.
Sony IER-EX15C USB-C Plug, Wired in-Ear Headphones with Mic 57% OFF
No charging case is required here: These nostalgic wired headphones plug directly into compatible USB-C devices. Their in-line remote has a multifunction button, volume controls and built-in microphone, and the serrated cable is designed to reduce tangles. They also come with secure-fitting silicone ear tips in multiple sizes.
Sony INZONE H9 Wireless Over-Ear Noise-Canceling Gaming Headset 46% OFF
This headset is made for gaming — it uses 360 Spatial Sound with Dual Sensor Noise Canceling and an Ambient Sound mode, plus a flip-to-mute microphone that's Discord certified. It has built-in 2.4GHz and Bluetooth connections to support both gaming and smartphone audio, and offers up to 32 hours of battery life per charge.
Sony MDRZX110NC Noise-Canceling On-Ear Headphones 20% OFF
These wired on-ear headphones offer integrated noise cancellation through a simple 3.5-millimeter connection with a 3.94-foot Y-shaped cord. They use 1.18-inch dynamic drivers, and use a swivel-folding design to fold for easier storage. The noise canceling lasts up to 80 hours per charge on battery.
Sony ZX Series Wired On-Ear Headphones 50% OFF
These wired headphones are easy to spot in a backpack, thanks to being bright pink. They use 30-millimeter drivers with 12-to-22,000-hertz frequency response. They're lightweight and comfortable to wear, with swiveling earpads for extra packability and portability.
Prices listed reflect time and date of publication and are subject to change.
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