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The Sony WH-1000XM5 Wireless Noise Canceling Headphones are down to $174.99 for a refurbished Grade “A” unit , compared to their regular $399.99 price tag (and Amazon’s current refurbished listing at $239.97). They arrive in near-mint condition, showing little to no cosmetic wear, and include a carrying case, USB-C charging cable, and a 3.5mm audio cable for wired use. You also get an aftermarket one-year warranty, which helps ease any secondhand purchase worries. Free shipping across the contiguous U.S. sweetens the pot a little more.
When it comes to performance, these headphones still rank among the best. Released in 2022, the WH-1000XM5 earned PCMag’s “Best Headphones of the Year ” for good reason. The 30mm drivers, combined with the Integrated Processor V1 and LDAC support, push out high-res audio without distortion even when ANC is on, which many competitors don’t get right. Plus, their Integrated Processor V1 means better handling of both high-frequency noises and the more subtle ambient sounds around you, whether that’s the roar of an airplane engine or chatty coworkers. Comfort-wise, the ultra-lightweight build and soft-fit leather make them easy to wear for long sessions, notes this PCMag review . Battery life promises up to 30 hours with ANC on (your mileage may vary).
There are a few things to weigh, though. The touch-sensitive ear cup controls can feel finicky if you’re used to physical buttons, and some people just don’t love the modern swipe-and-tap approach (customizable via the app). Also, while multipoint Bluetooth 5.2 pairing is smooth, these aren’t ideal for hardcore gaming where super-low latency matters. That said, for daily use across phones, laptops, and even old-school wired setups (thanks to the included 3.5mm cable), they hold up extremely well .
