Sony WH-CH720N review: light, long-lasting ANC headphones for about ₹7,000, with a plasticky build
Sony WH-CH720N in India: 192 g, ANC and a claimed 35 hours for ₹6,989 on Flipkart. A lab measured 40 hours; owners flag mic and fit issues and it does not fold.
- Research-based review: we have not tested this unit hands-on
Where to buy
- Flipkart ₹6,989Check price
MRP ₹14,990 - Official store ₹6,990Check price
MRP ₹14,990
Prices checked 12 Nov 2026. Prices change often. Plain retailer links — we earn no commission when you buy.
Disclosure: Research-based review: we have not tested this unit. Specs and prices come from Sony's India store (ShopAtSC) and Flipkart (checked 12 Nov 2026); test results come from SoundGuys and owner feedback from Flipkart. The score is provisional until we test it ourselves.
The verdict
The Sony WH-CH720N is a 192 g noise cancelling headphone with a claimed 35 hours of battery for about ₹6,989. It suits students and home workers who want light ANC from a big brand; the catch is middling noise cancelling, a plasticky build and no fold.
Best for
- Students and home workers who want ANC and a long battery under ₹7,000
- People who find heavier headphones tiring
Skip it if
- You need strong noise cancelling for flights or loud trains
- You want headphones that fold small or come with a case
- You have a larger head or wear glasses; owners and SoundGuys flag fit pressure
What we like
- 192 g; Sony calls it its lightest wireless noise cancelling headband
- SoundGuys measured 40 hours 11 minutes with ANC on, above Sony's 35-hour claim
- 4.4 stars from 6,280 Flipkart ratings
- Works passively over a cable if the battery runs out (SoundGuys)
What we don’t
- SoundGuys rated isolation below average; ANC around 20 dB in the low frequencies
- Plasticky build with rough seams, no fold and no case or bag (SoundGuys)
- Sound is bass-heavy with tiring treble; SoundGuys' MDAQS score was 3.3 out of 5
- Flipkart complaints include a weak mic, ear pressure from ANC and one broken slider
- Out of stock on Sony's own India store on the day we checked
Score breakdown
- Specs on paper
- 7.0
- Independent and owner evidence
- 6.5
- Support and warranty
- 6.5
- Value
- 7.5
In this review
How we researched this
We have not used the WH-CH720N. Claims come from Sony’s official India store, ShopAtSC, and specs, price and owner reviews from the Flipkart listing, both read on 12 November 2026. Measured battery, noise cancelling and sound notes come from SoundGuys’ review.
We could not open Amazon.in or Croma, and we have no measurements of our own.
What you get on paper
Sony’s Integrated Processor V1 for noise cancelling, adjustable ambient sound, Adaptive Sound Control, and up to 35 hours of battery with a 3-minute quick charge for up to an hour. Flipkart lists a 30 mm driver, Bluetooth 5.2, 192 g and a 1-year warranty.
What independent tests found
SoundGuys measured 40 hours 11 minutes with ANC on. It found the noise cancelling fine but not strong: around 20 dB of reduction across most low frequencies and isolation a little below average. It called the clamping force well judged, but said the pads can heat up and feel sticky, glasses wearers may feel pressure, and the plastic housings have rough seams. It does not fold and has no case.
The sound was bass-heavy with boosted treble that can tire you over long sessions, and the HEAD acoustics MDAQS model scored it 3.3 out of 5.
What owners report
Flipkart showed 4.4 stars from 6,280 ratings, and most reviews praise comfort and value. The negative reviews include one owner with a larger head who found the fit poor and the ANC uncomfortable (an ear-popping sensation), several who call the mic bad, one whose size slider failed the day after purchase, and some who suspect they received fakes during a sale. We cannot verify those claims, but buying from Sony or a well-rated seller is sensible.
Support and warranty
Flipkart lists a 1-year warranty. Sony sells in India through its own store and Sony Centres, though the store showed it out of stock when we checked.
Should you buy it?
For around ₹7,000 the CH720N is a light, long-lasting pair with workable noise cancelling, good for a desk or a quiet commute. If you travel a lot, the stronger noise cancelling and folding design of pricier models are worth paying for.
Key specs
| Type | Wireless over-ear headphones with ANC |
|---|---|
| Driver | 30 mm (Flipkart) |
| ANC | Integrated Processor V1; Adaptive Sound Control |
| Battery claim | Up to 35 hours (Sony India store) |
| Battery tested by others | 40 h 11 min with ANC on (SoundGuys) |
| Quick charge | 3 min for up to 1 hour (Sony) |
| Charging time | 3.5 hours (Flipkart) |
| Bluetooth | 5.2 (Flipkart) |
| Wired | 3.5 mm; USB-C is for charging only |
| Weight | 192 g |
| Warranty | 1 year (Flipkart) |
| Price checked | ₹6,989 on Flipkart (MRP ₹14,990); ₹6,990 on Sony's store but out of stock, 12 Nov 2026 |
Questions buyers ask
What is the Sony WH-CH720N price in India?
Flipkart listed ₹6,989 against an MRP of ₹14,990 on 12 November 2026. Sony's own India store listed ₹6,990 but showed every colour out of stock.
How good is the noise cancelling?
Adequate rather than strong. SoundGuys measured around 20 dB of reduction for most low-pitched noise, peaking at about 28 dB at 80 Hz, and rated isolation below average for Sony.
How long does the battery last?
Sony claims up to 35 hours. SoundGuys measured 40 hours 11 minutes with ANC on. We have not measured it.
Does the WH-CH720N fold?
No. SoundGuys notes the ear cups rotate but the headphones do not fold down, and no case or bag is included.
