Sony WF-C700N
SABBAT X12 PRO
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
SABBAT X12 PRO
Users praise these earbuds for their secure fit, automatic connection, and decent sound quality at the price point. However, some find them too large for their ears, and the ear wings are considered too soft to provide extra hold. A few users report connectivity issues and a cheap plastic feel, but overall satisfaction is high among those who can wear them comfortably.
Pros
- Secure fit that doesn't fall out
- Automatic Bluetooth connection
- Good sound quality for the price
- Comfortable for users with ear infections
- USB-C charging cable
Cons
- Too large for some ears
- Soft ear wings provide little hold
- Cheap plastic feel
- Connectivity issues with one side cutting out
- Poor noise cancellation
Scores
Specifications
| Sony WF-C700N | SABBAT X12 PRO | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | semi-in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | — |
| Ear Tips | Small, Medium, Large | S, M, L |
| Weight | 0.03 kg★ | 0.27 kg |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 5 mm | 10 mm★ |
| Freq Min | 33 Hz | 20 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | 20 kHz | 20 kHz |
| Impedance | — | 32 Ω |
| Sensitivity | — | 106 dB★ |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓★ | — |
| Codecs | SBC, AAC | AAC, SBC |
| 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 | 5.2 |
| Profiles | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP | HSP, HFP, A2DP, AVRCP |
| Multipoint | ✓★ | — |
| Range | 10 m★ | — |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 15 hrs★ | 6 hrs |
| Charge Time | 1.5 hrs | 1 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | 10 min charge for up to 1 hour of playback | — |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 15 hrs | 30 hrs★ |
| Case Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Wireless Charging | ✗ | — |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 2★ | — |
| NC Mic | ✓★ | — |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Siri, Google Assistant | Siri, Android Voice Assistant |
| Touch Controls | ✗ | ✓★ |
| App | Sony | Headphones Connect | — |
| Gaming Mode | ✗ | — |
| Bone Conduction | ✗ | — |
| Water Resistance | IPX4 | IPX5 |
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
SABBAT X12 PRO
- Strong build (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong sound (83rd percentile)83rd %ile
- Strong connectivity (70th percentile)
- Strong social proof (67th percentile)
- Below average battery (20th percentile)20th %ile
- Below average comfort (29th percentile)
- Below average anc (31st percentile)
- Below average user sentiment (33rd percentile)
Verdict
Scores 77 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 9 of 37 specs.