Sony WF-C700N
Xmenha AK57
What Buyers Say
Sony WF-C700N
The Sony WF-C700N earbuds receive mixed feedback. Many users praise the sound quality, comfort, and noise cancellation for the price, but a significant number report issues with fit, connectivity, and durability, with some experiencing failures within months. The microphone quality on calls is a common complaint, and the mandatory app setup frustrates some. Overall, it's a budget-friendly option with solid audio but inconsistent reliability.
Pros
- Great sound quality for price
- Comfortable fit
- Effective noise cancellation
- Good battery life
- Lightweight design
Cons
- Poor microphone quality on calls
- Fit issues for some users
- Connectivity problems
- Durability concerns
- Mandatory app installation
Xmenha AK57
These earbuds receive mixed feedback. Many users love the comfort, sound quality, and battery life, finding them great for sleeping or concealed use. However, some complain about poor fit for small ears, discomfort after an hour, and a case that doesn't hold the buds securely. Overall, they are a good value for those who find them comfortable, but fit issues are a dealbreaker for others.
Pros
- Comfortable for sleeping
- Good sound quality
- Long battery life (4 hours per bud)
- Easy Bluetooth pairing
- Low battery voice alert
Cons
- Poor fit for small ears
- Uncomfortable after 1 hour
- Case doesn't hold buds securely
- Larger than described
- Poor sound quality for some
Scores
Specifications
| Sony WF-C700N | Xmenha AK57 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | In-Ear |
| Ear Tips | Small, Medium, Large | l |
| Weight | 0.03 kg★ | 0.09 kg |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | balanced armature |
| Driver Size | 5 mm | 10 mm★ |
| Freq Min | 33 Hz★ | — |
| Freq Max | 20 kHz★ | — |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓★ | — |
| Codecs | SBC, AAC | Lightweight, Sports & Exercise, Universal Phone Control, Water Resistant |
| Surround | SONY WFC700N/G Headphones (Refreshed) | SONY | WF-C700N/G | In-Ear | 1.0000 | July 06, 2023 | With an IPX4 rating, splashes and sweat wont stop these headphones | Turn off your surroundings with Noise | — |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓★ | ✗ |
| ANC Type | adaptive | — |
| Transparency | ✓★ | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.2 | 5.3★ |
| Profiles | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP | — |
| Multipoint | ✓★ | — |
| Wired Connector | — | Bluetooth |
| Range | 10 m★ | — |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 15 hrs★ | — |
| Charge Time | 1.5 hrs★ | — |
| Fast Charging | 10 min charge for up to 1 hour of playback | — |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 15 hrs★ | — |
| Case Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Wireless Charging | ✗ | — |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 2★ | — |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Siri, Google Assistant | voice assistant |
| Touch Controls | ✗ | ✓★ |
| App | Sony | Headphones Connect | — |
| Gaming Mode | ✗ | — |
| Bone Conduction | ✗ | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | IPX4 | Waterproof |
Pros & Cons
Sony WF-C700N
- Strong anc (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong connectivity (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong mic (82nd percentile)82nd %ile
- Strong sound (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Below average user sentiment (8th percentile)8th %ile
Xmenha AK57
- Strong connectivity (82nd percentile)82nd %ile
- Strong comfort (72nd percentile)
- Strong build (71st percentile)
- Strong mic (67th percentile)
- Below average battery (5th percentile)5th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (21st percentile)
- Below average anc (31st percentile)
Verdict
Scores 77 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 12 of 36 specs.