# Amazon cuts AirPods 5 price on release day

> Apple's new AirPods 5 are already discounted to $124.99 on Amazon, offering noise cancellation across both models without a price bump.
- Title: Amazon cuts AirPods 5 price on release day · Mashable
- Summary: Apple's new AirPods 5 are already discounted to $124.99 on Amazon, offering noise cancellation across both models without a price bump. Both AirPods 5 models…
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- Source: Mashable — https://mashable.com/tech/sept-16-apple-airpods-5-preorder-deal
- Author: Soumya Kumar
- Published: 2026-09-18T12:56:41+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: apple, airpods 5, amazon, price discount, active noise cancellation, wireless earbuds, preorder deal, consumer electronics, tech deals, technology, culture
## Amazon discounts AirPods 5 on day one
Apple's new AirPods 5 are down to $124.99 on Amazon, a 3% discount from the $129 list price. This rare early markdown on unreleased Apple gear makes preordering feel more worthwhile.
## Noise cancellation comes to base model
Unlike the previous generation, both AirPods 5 models feature active noise cancellation without a price increase. The base model includes 50% more ANC than AirPods 4, improved transparency mode, and updated adaptive EQ.

> unlike the previous gen, both [AirPods 5 models] feature active noise cancellation, but this doesn't result in a price hike.
## Spatial audio and AI features included
Both models get personalized spatial audio with dynamic head tracking for movies, music, and games. They also include live translation and hands-free access to the upgraded Siri AI via Apple Intelligence.
## Base model trades wireless charging
The $124.99 base AirPods 5 come with a wired USB-C charging case instead of wireless charging. Battery life is up to four hours with ANC, or 20 hours total with the case.
## Step-up model adds wireless charging
The $149 premium AirPods 5 include a wireless charging case and longer battery life. This is the main difference between the two versions.
## Key takeaway

Both AirPods 5 models now include active noise cancellation at the same price point as the previous generation, with Amazon offering an early $4 discount.