Black Friday deals are here, and some of my favorite Sony headphones are getting massive discounts with Amazon, Best Buy and Walmart offering some of the best Black Friday headphone deals I've seen .
I've been testing headphones for 30 years, and several Sony headphones have received a coveted Editor's Choice award and rank among the best headphones and best wireless earbuds I've tested. Sony's awesome Headphones Connect app integration is one of the best I've used, and stacked with useful features to help you get the perfect sound for whatever you're listening to.
Each model in the list below offers superb comfort, sound quality and value for money at the full MSRP, so you can rest assured they are even better value at these discounted prices. But if I had to pick my favorite deals, then the Sony LinkBuds S for $128 at Amazon are a winner. This is an excellent discount on a popular model with Sony's top-tier brand experience for less. If it's over-ear headphones you're after, it's hard to beat the Sony WH-1000XM4 for $239 at Walmart.
Keep scrolling to find the best Sony deals you can buy right now, and remember to follow our Black Friday deals coverage for more outstanding sales to shop.
Black Friday Sony headphone deals — Quick links
- Sony WF-C700N: was $119 now $89 @ Best Buy
- Sony WH-CH720N: was $149 now $94 @ Walmart
- Sony LinkBuds: was $179 now $128 @ Amazon
- Sony LinkBuds S: was $199 now $128 @ Amazon
- Sony WH-1000XM4: was $348 now $239 @ Walmart
- Sony WF-1000XM5: was $299 now $239 @ Walmart
- Sony WH-1000XM5: was $398 now $314 @ Walmart
Best early Black Friday deals on Sony headphones
Best Black Friday deals on Sony headphones — what to look for in 2023
Many factors come into play when shopping for the best headphones, but your decision should always come down to intended use. That being said, you’ll want to take the following categories into account before settling on any pair.
Design: Are you looking for in-ear, on-ear or over-ear headphones? Wired or wireless? Luxury or sporty? Since these are headphones that will be used for multiple occasions, you want something that suits your lifestyle. Whatever type you choose, make sure the headphones are well built, easy to carry, and comfy to wear for about 1 to 2 hours daily.
Sound quality: Different models offer different sound, and since you’re buying a pair to enjoy music individually, it’s important to find headphones that match your sound preference, be it heavy bass or distinctively clear to where you can hear the littlest nuances in recordings.
Battery life: Sony's battery life has stayed pretty consistent over the years, offering some of the strongest playback times we've seen across the over-ear and earbuds sectors. Wireless over-ears typically manage around 30 hours of playback time with ANC, while wireless earbuds can last anything from 6 to 12 hours per charge (depending on the model) but offer extended playtime with their bundled charging cases.
Accessories: It's disappointing spending money on a new pair of headphones only to find that you need to buy the accessories separately. For wired models, the manufacturer must include the aux cable, and any headphones that come with a carrying case, charging cable, user guide, and extra ear cups or tips are solid purchases.
Pricing considerations: Obviously, price is a big consideration when looking for the best headphones. Although there are always exceptions, big-name brands will typically command a bit extra, but generally speaking, the less you spend on a pair of headphones the greater the chance that sound and features will be compromised. Going for a budget option isn't always the best choice, as any money you save on your purchase won't do you much good if you're constantly needing to recharge your audio gear, or the sound quality is poor.
As the saying goes: timing is everything; and right now there are plenty of early Black Friday deals to help you get the best tech for less.
