Sony WF-C710N
Sennheiser CX 80U
What Buyers Say
Sony WF-C710N
These Sony earbuds are widely praised for their excellent sound quality, effective noise cancellation, and comfortable fit, especially considering the affordable price. Many users find them a great value compared to pricier competitors like AirPods Pro, though some note the touch controls can be accidentally triggered and the case feels a bit cheap. A few reviewers mention that the noise cancellation is not perfect and that the earbuds stick out noticeably. Overall, they are seen as a reliable and budget-friendly choice for wireless earbuds.
Pros
- Excellent sound quality for the price
- Effective noise cancellation
- Comfortable and secure fit
- Great battery life
- Good value for money
Cons
- Touch controls can be accidentally triggered
- Case feels cheap and plasticky
- Noise cancellation not perfect
- Earbuds stick out noticeably
- Requires app for connection
Sennheiser CX 80U
The Sennheiser wired earbuds receive mixed feedback. Many users praise the clear, balanced sound and excellent value for the low price, with some calling them the best wired earbuds under $20. However, several reviews note weak bass, durability concerns like one side dying after a year, and one user found the sound quality surprisingly poor for the brand. Overall, they are seen as a solid budget option with good clarity but not for bass lovers.
Pros
- Clear and balanced sound
- Excellent value for money
- Good clarity and detail
- Comfortable fit
- Lightweight design
Cons
- Weak bass response
- Durability concerns (one side dies)
- Thin cable
- Inconsistent sound quality across units
- Button control issues
Scores
Specifications
| Sony WF-C710N | Sennheiser CX 80U | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | in-ear |
| Ear Tips | Hybrid silicone rubber earbuds | S, M, L |
| Weight | 0.01 kg★ | 0.01 kg |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 5 mm | 9.699999809265137 mm★ |
| Drivers | 1 | 9★ |
| Freq Min | 20 Hz | 17 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | 20 kHz | 20 kHz |
| Impedance | 32 Ω | 28 Ω |
| Sensitivity | — | 119 dB★ |
| Codecs | SBC, AAC | Sennheiser CX 80S 3.5 mm, angled Connector Ear canal Wired In-Ear Headphones |
| Surround | 360 Reality Audio | — |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓★ | ✗ |
| ANC Type | adaptive | — |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Bluetooth | 5.3★ | — |
| Profiles | Interface: A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP | — |
| Multipoint | ✓★ | — |
| Wired Connector | — | 3.5mm |
| Range | 10 m★ | — |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 8.5 hrs★ | — |
| Charge Time | 1.5 hrs★ | — |
| Fast Charging | 5-minute quick charging for an extra hour | — |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 21.5 hrs★ | — |
| Case Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 2★ | 1 |
| NC Mic | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Mic Pattern | — | Omni-directional |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Google, Siri | voice assistants |
| Touch Controls | ✓★ | ✗ |
| App | Sony | Sound Connect | — |
| Gaming Mode | ✓★ | — |
| Bone Conduction | ✗ | — |
| Water Resistance | IPX4 | — |
Pros & Cons
Sony WF-C710N
- Strong connectivity (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong anc (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong comfort (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong sound (83rd percentile)83rd %ile
- Below average affordability (21st percentile)
Sennheiser CX 80U
- Strong sound (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong comfort (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Below average user sentiment (34th percentile)
- Below average build (34th percentile)
Pricing
Sennheiser CX 80U offers 1.2x better value for money
Sony WF-C710N
Sennheiser CX 80U
Verdict
Scores 88 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 13 of 38 specs.
