Sony WF-C510
Weighing just 3g with IPX4 water resistance and DSEE audio enhancement, the WF-C510 delivers clear sound and all-day comfort for active use. Its Ambient Sound Mode and Bluetooth 5.3 multipoint keep you aware of surroundings while switching between devices—a practical fit for budget-conscious buyers. Best for commuters and gym-goers who prioritize portability over call quality (44.4/100), though music and fitness scores are solid.
form factor in-ear
driver type Dynamic
Wireless Yes
bluetooth version 5.3
battery life hours 11
case battery hours 11
water resistance IPX4
multipoint Yes
74 Overall Score
Price CA$65
Snapshot
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Strong connectivity (100th percentile) 100th
- Strong comfort (93th percentile) 93th
- Strong social proof (86th percentile) 86th
- Strong sound (80th percentile) 80th
Cons
- Below average user sentiment (3th percentile)
What owners think
How owner sentiment changed over time
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Owner sentiment has cooled since launch
45/100Our AI sentiment read
Based on 207 dated customer reviews, grouped by calendar quarter. Period analysis is in English.
The proof
Performance
Specifications
Full Specifications
Design
| Form Factor | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless |
| Ear Tips | Extra small, Medium, Extra large |
| Weight | 0.0 kg / 0.0 lbs |
Audio
| Driver Type | Dynamic |
| Driver Size | 6 |
| Drivers | 1 |
| Freq Min | 20 |
| Freq Max | 20000 |
| Impedance | 1 |
| Hi-Res Audio | Yes |
| Codecs | AAC, SBC |
Noise Control
| ANC | No |
| Transparency | Yes |
Connectivity
| Wireless | Yes |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 |
| Multipoint | Yes |
| Wired Connector | Bluetooth |
| Range | 10 |
Earbud Battery
| Battery Life | 11 |
| Charge Time | 3 |
| Fast Charging | 5 minute quick charge allows you to enjoy up to 1 hour of extra playback |
| Charging | USB-C |
Case Battery
| Case Battery | 11 |
| Case Charging | USB-C |
| Wireless Charging | No |
Microphone
| Microphone | Yes |
| NC Mic | No |
Features
| Voice Assistant | Google Home, Apple Home |
| Touch Controls | No |
| App | Android & iOS |
| Volume Limiting | No |
| Gaming Mode | No |
| Bone Conduction | No |
| Water Resistance | IPX4 |
vs Competition
| Spec | Sony WF-C510 | Samsung Galaxy Buds Buds3 Pro | Apple AirPods Pro MFHP4LL/A | EarFun Air Pro Air Pro 4+ | Soundcore Soundcore P31i | SoundPEATS H3 H3 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear | in-ear | in-ear | in-ear | in-ear |
| Driver Type | Dynamic | Dynamic | Dynamic | hybrid | Dynamic Driver | hybrid |
| Wireless | true | true | true | true | true | true |
| Active Noise Cancellation | false | true | true | true | true | true |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.3 | 5.4 | 5.3 | 6.0 | 6.1 | 5.4 |
| Battery Life Hours | 11 | 6 | 8 | 12 | 10 | 7 |
| Case Battery Hours | 11 | 26 | 24 | 54 | 50 | 37 |
| Water Resistance | IPX4 | IP57 | IP57 | IP55 | IP55 | IPX5 |
| Multipoint | true | true | true | true | - | true |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | Anc | Mic | Build | Sound | Battery | Comfort | User Sentiment | Connectivity | Social Proof |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sony WF-C510 | 60.5 | 35.3 | 78.6 | 80.2 | 67.3 | 93.3 | 3.3 | 99.5 | 86.1 |
| Samsung Galaxy Buds Buds3 Pro Compare | 96.7 | 96.8 | 98.7 | 91.7 | 72.5 | 93.3 | 79.1 | 99.6 | 86.1 |
| Apple AirPods Pro MFHP4LL/A Compare | 96.7 | 80.1 | 98.7 | 89.2 | 75.5 | 70.6 | 0 | 97.7 | 99.7 |
| EarFun Air Pro Air Pro 4+ Compare | 96.7 | 96.8 | 91 | 99.8 | 95.9 | 70.6 | 97.3 | 99.3 | 86.1 |
| Soundcore Soundcore P31i Compare | 88.3 | 96.8 | 91 | 96.6 | 93.9 | 70.6 | 91.9 | 84.6 | 86.1 |
| SoundPEATS H3 H3 Compare | 96.7 | 96.8 | 91 | 99.9 | 80.6 | 70.6 | 91.9 | 89.9 | 94.2 |
Price
Value & Pricing
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Price History
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