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Memorial Day weekend is almost here, and with it comes a major online shopping event. If you're looking for a new pair of headphones, now is the best time to buy, as early deals are already rolling out across major retailers. I've spotted impressive discounts on premium models like the Apple AirPods Max and the Sony WH-1000XM5, just to name a few.

There are countless great options out there. So much so that shopping for headphones can quickly become overwhelming. Should you get a pair of flagship noise-canceling headphones or something more affordable? Don't worry because I'm here to help.

Here at ZDNET, we review the latest releases and closely track discounts year-round. To help narrow things down, I sifted through many Memorial Day promotions and rounded up the best headphone deals I think are worth your full attention.