Sony WH-CH720N WHCH720N Wireless Noise Cancelling Review

For under $100, the Sony WH-CH720N delivers sound and battery life that rank among the absolute best we've tested. The noise cancellation is seriously good, too. The only major compromise is comfort, which lands in the bottom 2nd percentile, so they might not be for all-day marathons.

The Sony WH-CH720N is a classic case of getting way more than you pay for. For a price that often dips below $100, you're looking at sound quality that lands in the 95th percentile of all headphones we've tested. That's not just 'good for the money,' that's genuinely top-tier audio. Pair that with a battery life that also sits in the 95th percentile, and you've got a pair of cans that can easily last a full work week on a single charge.

Sony's noise cancellation is a standout here, ranking well above average at the 82nd percentile. It uses their Dual Noise Sensor tech and the Integrated Processor V1 to create a surprisingly effective bubble of quiet. The catch? You'll feel it. These are Sony's lightest noise-cancelling headphones yet, but our comfort ranking tells a different story, placing them near the very bottom of our database.

Let's talk about where these headphones absolutely crush it. The sound quality is the real star. With 30mm drivers, support for Dolby Atmos and Sony's 360 Reality Audio, and the DSEE engine restoring high frequencies, the audio is rich, detailed, and immersive. It's one of the best-sounding wireless sets you can buy, period. Battery life is just as impressive. The rated 35 hours is no joke, and in our testing, it consistently delivered, putting it among the absolute best for longevity. A 3-minute quick charge gets you an hour of playtime, which is a nice touch.

The active noise cancellation is strong, effectively handling constant low-end hums like airplane engines or office HVAC. The adjustable ambient sound mode, with its 20 levels, is useful, and the Adaptive Sound Control that switches settings based on your activity works well enough, though it can be a bit eager. Connectivity is solid with Bluetooth 5.2, and the mic quality for calls is decent, landing in the 77th percentile.

Here's the kicker: you can regularly find these for under $100. For that price, the performance you get is almost unfair. The sound and battery life alone would justify a much higher tag. While the price can swing wildly up to nearly $2000 from some third-party sellers (which is frankly absurd), sticking to major retailers like Best Buy gets you the real deal. The price-to-performance ratio here is arguably the best in the wireless noise-cancelling category.

Stacked against the competition, the CH720N's value proposition is hard to beat. The Bose QuietComfort and Sennheiser Momentum have more premium builds and often better comfort, but they cost three to four times as much and don't offer a meaningful jump in sound quality. The Bowers & Wilkins PX7S2 might edge it out in audio refinement and materials, but again, at a massive price premium. For pure sonic performance and battery life per dollar, the Sony runs circles around them. The trade-off is almost entirely in the build and comfort department, where those pricier options feel more substantial.

Skip these if all-day comfort is your top priority. With a comfort ranking in the 2nd percentile, they are one of the least comfortable models in our database for extended wear. Also, if you need a tank-like build for heavy travel or gym use, the 48th percentile build quality means there are more durable options out there, though you'll pay much more for them.

If you prioritize incredible sound, epic battery life, and effective noise cancellation on a tight budget, buy these headphones immediately. The data doesn't lie: they deliver elite-tier performance in key areas for a fraction of the expected cost. Just go in knowing that the lightweight build might not feel as durable as more expensive options, and the comfort, for some, could be a deal-breaker for all-day wear.