Our Take
Sony's flagship noise-cancelling headphones, aimed at commuters, frequent flyers and anyone who wants class-leading ANC without compromising on sound. They sit at the premium end of the market, going head-to-head with Bose's QuietComfort Ultra and Apple's AirPods Max, and largely justify the asking price through sheer polish rather than gimmicks.
Key Features
Up to 30 hours battery life with ANC switched on, plus quick charging for several hours' use from a short top-up
Dual processors (V1 chip plus the older QN1) driving noise cancellation and sound quality
Eight microphones used for both call clarity and adaptive noise cancellation
Personalised Spatial Audio with head tracking, set up via the Sony Headphones Connect app using a photo of your ears
Multipoint Bluetooth lets you pair to two devices simultaneously, switching between laptop and phone
Touch-sensitive controls on the right earcup for volume, playback and calls
Our Verdict
Buy these if noise cancellation and all-day comfort are non-negotiable and you're willing to pay flagship prices for it. Look elsewhere if you want something that packs down smaller for travel, prefer physical buttons over touch controls, or simply don't need this level of ANC for your daily listening.