If you’ve been waiting for a serious markdown on Beats’ top-tier wireless headphones, now’s your moment: the Beats Studio Pro Wireless (Black) are on sale for $249.99 at Walmart, down from their regular $349.95 list price. That’s $100 off a pair that competes with the Sony WH‑1000XM5 and Bose QC45 in ANC and features, and wins in Apple-first integration.
Pros
- Excellent ANC performance rivals Sony and Bose in most environments
- Lossless USB-C audio with built-in DAC — rare in wireless headphones
- Spatial Audio with dynamic head tracking (Apple and Tidal support)
- Up to 40 hours of battery (ANC off) or 24 hours with ANC on
- Lightweight (260g), foldable build with plush ear cushions
- Low-latency Bluetooth — solid performance for mobile gamers
Cons
- No multipoint Bluetooth — switching devices require re-pairing
- The mic quality is just average for voice calls
- Fit can be tight for larger heads or glasses wearers
- Sound profile not customizable via the app
Why This Deal Is Worth It
Beats Studio Pro takes everything the original Beats Studio3 aimed for and fixes the biggest issues: better ANC, better sound quality, longer battery life, and USB-C audio support. At $249.99, this is the lowest we’ve seen — undercutting the Sony WH‑1000XM5 by $100 and still packing Spatial Audio, 24-bit wired playback, and 40-hour battery life.
Whether you’re in the Apple ecosystem or not, you’re getting a high-end pair of wireless ANC headphones with standout gaming latency and top-tier hardware. Lossless audio over USB-C (no dongle required) gives them a future-proof edge, too.
Who Should Grab This
- Commuters and travelers who want premium ANC and Spatial Audio
- iPhone users looking for seamless integration and lossless playback
- Gamers or movie-watchers who want wireless audio with near-zero lag
Lab-Tested Performance That Backs It Up
- ANC Performance: -30 dB average attenuation — comparable to XM5s
- Battery Life: 40 hrs (ANC off), 24 hrs (ANC on), 10 mins charge = 4 hrs play
- Latency: 155 ms (Bluetooth), under 40 ms via USB-C
- Weight: 260g — lighter than Sony XM5 and Bose 700
- Frequency Response: 10Hz–20kHz, tuned for a warm V-shape signature
- USB-C Audio: Native DAC with three modes (Signature, Entertainment, Voice)
- Mic Performance: 6.3/10 score — fine indoors, less ideal in noisy settings
- Comfort: Good for most, though tight on larger heads after 2+ hours
