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Sony WH-1000XM4 Headphones Drop to $198 as Deepest Discount Yet

At $198, the 2020 flagship undercuts its successors by over $130.

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Overview

  • Amazon has cut the WH-1000XM4’s price to $198 on August 8, reflecting a 43% reduction from its original $400 MSRP.
  • The sale price sits about $130 below the WH-1000XM5 and roughly $230 under the WH-1000XM6, positioning the XM4 as a standout value pick.
  • First released in 2020, the WH-1000XM4 still offers 30 hours of battery life, Bluetooth 5.0 and class-leading noise cancellation.
  • Reviewers and users highlight the XM4’s collapsible design and customizable EQ as enduring strengths that newer models only marginally improve.
  • Accolades such as PCMag’s Best of the Year and Editor’s Choice awards affirm the XM4’s lasting appeal in 2025.