Best ANC wireless headphones under Rs 45,000

One of the better aspects of wireless headphones is their amazing ability to cancel out the surrounding noise around the listener. Of course, not every headphone can do this well and midrange devices usually struggle with it. However, if you have a big budget to spare, you can get yourself a pair of headphones that will change your travel experience on aeroplanes and buses. With state-of-the-art ANC onboard, these headphones can nullify anything from distant chatter to blaring horns in the distance. Here are the top 10 ANC wireless headphones you can buy right now under Rs 45,000. 

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Sony WH-1000XM5

Considered to be the best wireless headphones around, the Sony WH-1000XM5 packs some serious ANC chops. Each earcup is equipped with 4 microphones which nullify the mid and high-frequency sounds. The Auto NC Optimiser gauges your surroundings and adjusts the noise cancellation on these headphones. The HD Noise Cancelling Processor Q1 is aided by Sony’s Integrated Processor V1 to nullify the noise. There is a dedicated ANC button on the left earcup. The audio output on these headphones is delivered by 30mm drivers. Check out our Sony WH-1000XM5 review to learn more about the headphones.

Pros

• Excellent ANC
• High-quality sound
• Dedicated ANC button

Cons

• Do not fold completely for storage like WH-1000XM4

Buy for Rs 31,916 on Amazon

Dyson OnTrac

The newly launched Dyson OnTrac headphones have an exquisite design and a splendid soundstage. On top of that, it can nullify up to 40dB of surrounding noise. Each earcup has 4 microphones which sense outside sounds 384,000 times per second. When we reviewed the OnTrac headphones, we found their ANC skills to be quite powerful as it was able to nullify ambient sounds from the ceiling fan and the air conditioner. The general humdrum was also blocked out entirely. On the audio front, these headphones present a lush soundstage that is replete with details that often get lost in the mix. The 40mm dynamic drivers do a great job of producing a thumping output.

Pros

• Unique design
• Lush soundstage
• Good ANC

Cons

• No multi-point connectivity

Buy for Rs 44,899 on Amazon

Bose QuietComfort Ultra

Bose’s ‘QuietComfort’ Series is known for its world-class noise-cancelling skills. The ‘Ultra’ variant in this series is one of the best ANC wireless headphones you can buy under Rs 45,000. There are 3 listening modes on these headphones – Quiet Mode, Aware Mode, and Immersive Mode. In the Immersive Mode, these headphones combine full noise cancellation along with Bose’s Immersive Audio to create a delectable listening experience. On top of that, the QuietComfort Ultra offers spatial audio and personalised sound (with CustomTune technology), making it a very good deal.

Pros

• World-class ANC
  Rich soundstage
• Lightweight

Cons

• Battery life can take a hit in Immersive Mode

Buy for Rs 35,900 on Amazon

Jabra Evolve2 75

The Jabra Evolve2 75 is one of the best headphones for office use. Its on-ear design reduces ear fatigue by a great factor upon extended usage. Its Hybrid ANC functionality does an amazing job of toggling between Noise Cancelling and Transparency modes. If someone initiates a conversation with you while you’re wearing the headphones, you can tap the ‘HearThrough’ button on the device to let their voice pass through. The integrated boom microphone on this headset does a great job of relaying your voice in calls and online meetings.

Pros

• Excellent for office use
• HearThrough button for transparency
• Great microphone

Cons

• May not be the best headphones for music

Buy for Rs 37,986 on Amazon

Sennheiser Momentum 4

The Sennheiser Momentum 4 delivers high-fidelity sound with the help of a 42mm transducer system. The clarity and detail in this headphone’s soundstage is simply stunning. The built-in EQ, Sound Modes, Presets, and Sound Personalisation features do a good job of tuning the audio output according to the listener’s tastes. The adaptive ANC on these headphones adjusts its level based on the intensity of the surrounding noise. The Transparency Mode allows users to have conversations with people around them without taking off the headphones. It creates more awareness of the surroundings and doesn’t isolate the user from their immediate environment.

Pro

• Clean design
• Rich soundstage
• Hybrid ANC

Cons

• No physical buttons

Buy for Rs 24,990 on Amazon

Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S2

The Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S2 are 2 years old at this point, but they still hold up pretty well. They can match the performance of any high-end wireless headset released this year. There are 6 microphones on these headphones – 3 in each earcup. These microphones cancel the external noise and bring about an exquisite ANC experience. The audio output is delivered by 40mm dynamic drivers. These drivers are placed at an angle to focus the sound directly at the listener’s ears. The Px7 S2 offer a 30-hour battery life. A quick 15-minute charge offers 7 hours of playtime.

Pros

• Comfortable fit
• Angled dynamic drivers
• 30-hour battery life

Cons

• The low-end frequencies are slightly boosted

Buy for Rs 45,000 on Amazon

Sonos Ace

Primarily known for its high-end Bluetooth speakers and soundbars, Sonos put out their debut headphones this year. The ‘Ace’ headphones have all the makings of a Sonos product. It rocks a premium finish, a minimal design, and an all-black colour theme. The audio output produced by the 40mm dynamic drivers has Sonos’ signature all over it. There are 8 microphones on these headphones for noise cancellation and crystal-clear calls. There is a dedicated ANC/Transparency Mode button on the right earcup. With ANC enabled, the Ace offers a battery life of up to 30 hours.

Pros

• Clean design
• Excellent soundstage
• Dedicated ANC button

Cons

• Bit pricey for a first-generation product

Buy for Rs 39,998 on Amazon

Beats Studio Pro

The Beats Studio Pro is one of the best wireless ANC headphones you can buy under Rs 45,000 right now. It has two listening modes – ANC and Transparency. The Active Noise Cancellation function on these headphones is fully adaptive. It monitors the surrounding sound in real-time and creates a filter to nullify it. The audio output on the Studio Pro is created by 40mm drivers. One of our favourite things about these headphones is that they allow lossless audio output via USB-C. There’s an option to use 3.5mm wired audio as well. On a full charge, these headphones can last up to 40 hours. With ANC turned on, the battery life is reduced to 24 hours.

Pros

• Lossless audio via USB-C
• 40-hour battery life
• Comfortable fit

Cons

• Non-adjustable EQ

Buy for Rs 37,805 on Amazon

JBL Quantum 910 Wireless

If you’re thinking of buying a pair of wireless gaming headphones but also want good ANC, we highly recommend taking a look at the JBL Quantum 910. It is packed with 50mm Neodymium drivers which produce an exquisite sound. It offers 3D surround sound with the help of JBL QuantumENGINE and head-tracking technology. The headphones come with a 2.4GHz wireless receiver in the box which cuts down its latency by a considerable factor. Its ANC chops ensure that you can tune into your favourite gaming titles and enjoy the in-game audio even in noisy outdoor conditions. The integrated boom mic elevates the call quality and comes in handy while communicating with your teammates.

Pros

• Attractive RGBs
• Wireless receiver
• Integrated boom mic

Cons

• Not the best choice for music listening

Buy for Rs 16,834 on Amazon

Sony ULT Wear

Sony’s new ‘ULT’ series comprises three Bluetooth speakers and a pair of headphones. The ULT Wear headphones offer incredible value for their price tag. Their sound profile matches up to Sony’s flagship headphones – WH-1000XM5. On top of that, the special ULT button on the headphones bumps up the bass and creates a thumping output. The left earcup has a dedicated noise cancellation button. The Sony V2 chip intelligently calculates the intensity of the surrounding noise and suppresses it to a great degree. Read our review of the Sony ULT Wear for more details about the headphones.

Pros

• Comfortable fit
• Physical button for ANC
• Good sound

Cons

• ULT profile is a bit too much

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Final Thoughts

These are our top 10 picks for the best ANC wireless headphones under Rs 45,000. If you’re willing to expand your budget, we would recommend getting the AirPods Max for state-of-the-art noise cancellation. Think there’s a pair of headphones that deserves to be on this list? Give them a shout-out in the comments!