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Sony WH-CH720N review

A research-led verdict on the Sony WH-CH720N: who it suits, what the published specs mean in practice and where it falls short.

8.4/10 Typical price: £80–£120 Last updated: 6 November 2026
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Verdict

The WH-CH720N is the sensible middle of Sony's headphone range. At around 192 g it is light enough to forget you are wearing it, and the clamping force is gentle enough for a full working day. The 30 mm drivers produce a balanced sound that favours clarity over bass, which suits spoken word, acoustic music and long listening sessions. Active noise cancellation is included, and while it is not the strongest Sony makes, it takes the edge off engine noise and office chatter.

The claimed battery life is up to 35 hours with ANC on, which is excellent for the price and means charging is a weekly rather than daily chore. Multipoint pairing is included, so you can be on a call on your laptop and switch back to your phone without repairing.

The build is plastic and feels basic, there is no carry case in the box and the headphones do not fold flat in the way some rivals do. Those are the trade-offs that keep the price down. The WH-CH720N is not trying to be a premium travel headphone. It is trying to be the pair you leave on your desk, wear for meetings and take on the bus without worrying about them. On that brief it succeeds. If you want the strongest cancellation or a metal build, spend more. If you want a light, long-lasting, comfortable headphone with ANC for around £100, this is the pick. The absence of a case is annoying rather than disqualifying, and a cheap third-party pouch solves it.

What we like

  • Lightweight at around 192 g
  • Up to 35 hours with ANC on (manufacturer)
  • Multipoint pairing
  • Comfortable for long listening sessions

What we do not

  • Plastic build feels basic
  • ANC is good but not premium-tier
  • No carry case
  • Sound is balanced rather than exciting

Key specifications

Active noise cancellationYes
BatteryUp to 35 h with ANC (manufacturer)
Bluetooth5.2
ChargingUSB-C
Driver30 mm dynamic
MultipointYes
WeightAround 192 g

Figures are manufacturer claims unless stated otherwise. We do not present them as independent measurements.

Best for

  • Commuters who want ANC without spending £250+
  • Students and office workers who wear headphones all day
  • Buyers who need multipoint for laptop and phone

Skip if

  • You want a premium metal build
  • You need the strongest possible noise cancellation
  • You want a hard travel case in the box

Buying questions

Is the Sony WH-CH720N worth it?

At a typical price of £80–£120, the Sony WH-CH720N is aimed at commuters who want ANC without spending £250+. If that describes you, it is worth considering. Skip it if you want a premium metal build.

What are the main drawbacks of the Sony WH-CH720N?

The main compromises are plastic build feels basic; aNC is good but not premium-tier; no carry case; sound is balanced rather than exciting. None of them is unusual for this category and price band, but they are the reasons to think twice before buying.

Who should skip the Sony WH-CH720N?

Skip it if you want a premium metal build; you need the strongest possible noise cancellation; you want a hard travel case in the box. The over-ear headphones roundup compares it with the alternative we cover.

Sony WH-CH720N vs Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones — the head-to-head for this category.