Noise-cancelling headphones
Sony WH-CH720N
The Sony WH-CH720N are Sony's affordable over-ear noise-cancelling headphones from 2023. They suit commuters and students who want light, comfortable headphones with long battery life on a small budget.
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Key specs
BatteryUp to 35 h (ANC on), 50 h (ANC off)Lasts a week or more of daily commuting.
WeightAbout 192 gLight enough to wear all day without pressure.
Driver30 mm dynamicBalanced sound for music, podcasts and video.
CodecsSBC, AACAAC gives good quality with iPhones and most Android phones.
Bluetooth5.2 with multipointSwitch between a phone and a laptop without re-pairing.
Wired optionDetachable 3.5 mm cableKeeps working when the battery is empty, for example on a plane.
What reviewers say
- Good, balanced sound with plenty of detail
- Effective noise cancelling for the price
- Light and comfortable
- Long battery life and multipoint pairing
- Plastic build feels a little cheap
- Noise cancelling lets through some low rumble
- No hi-res codec such as LDAC
Summary of points commonly raised in professional reviews, written by Magelo. Specs are the manufacturer’s published figures.
Who it suits
Great for
- You want noise cancelling on a tight budget
- You wear headphones for many hours a day
- You switch between a phone and a laptop
Less suited for
- You want the best noise cancelling available
- You want a premium build or hi-res wireless audio
Questions and answers
How long does the Sony WH-CH720N battery last?
Sony rates up to 35 hours with noise cancelling on and up to 50 hours with it off. A full charge over USB-C takes about 3.5 hours.
Does the WH-CH720N work with two devices at once?
Yes. It supports multipoint, so it can stay connected to two devices, such as a phone and a laptop, at the same time.
Is there a successor to the WH-CH720N?
Sony launched the WH-CH730N in some markets in September 2026. The WH-CH720N is still widely sold and is usually cheaper.