SAVE $126: As of Aug. 21, the Sony WH-1000XM5 noise-cancelling headphones are priced at $273.99 on Amazon, marking a 32% drop from the standard price.

The Sony WH-1000XM6 model has surpassed the XM5 in the race for top sound quality. Nonetheless, the variations are slight, and opting for the previous version can save you more than $150.

As of Aug. 21, the black Sony WH-1000XM5 noise-cancelling headphones are listed at $273.99 on Amazon, reflecting a 32% or $126 decrease from the regular $399.99, and a little over $20 above their lowest historical price. Headphones in other colors are priced at $328.

Deputy Reviews Editor Miller Kern gave the XM5s an almost perfect score for their outstanding sound, noise cancellation, and adjustable audio settings. They also offer a 30-hour battery life, clear call audio, voice assistant compatibility, plush ear pads, and an ambient mode for environmental awareness.

The latest XM6 headphones are currently listed at $428, a considerable rise for a slight upgrade. Mashable contributor Alex Bracetti remarks, “Very few things differentiate these two models, apart from the significant price gap. What we unquestionably know is that the WH-1000XM5s uphold many signature features of the series, including ANC, durability, audio quality, and unique functionalities.”

The primary limitation of the XM5s is their lack of folding capability compared to the newer variant. If this isn’t an