QCY H3S
Sony MDR-ZX110NC
What Buyers Say
QCY H3S
The QCY H3S headphones are widely praised for their exceptional active noise cancellation, which rivals far more expensive models. Sound quality is good, especially after EQ adjustments, and comfort is excellent for long sessions. Battery life is outstanding, and the value for money is considered unbeatable. Some users note the default tuning is muddy and the headphones are quite large.
Pros
- Exceptional active noise cancellation
- Excellent value for money
- Long battery life
- Comfortable for extended wear
- Good sound after EQ adjustment
Cons
- Default tuning is muddy
- Large size may not suit all
- App not perfect on iOS
- Bass not extreme for EDM
- No 3.5mm cable included
Sony MDR-ZX110NC
These Sony noise-cancelling headphones are praised for their great value at a low price, effectively blocking background noise in offices and on planes. However, some users report that the noise cancellation is finicky and requires precise positioning, and a few complain about poor sound quality or missing features like a microphone. Overall, most buyers find them comfortable and durable for the cost.
Pros
- Great value for low price
- Effective noise cancellation when positioned correctly
- Comfortable fit
- Lightweight design
- Durable ear pads over years
Cons
- Noise cancellation finicky without precise positioning
- Sound quality described as tinny by some
- Feels flimsy in build
- Missing microphone despite description
- Requires AAA battery for noise cancellation
Scores
Specifications
| QCY H3S | Sony MDR-ZX110NC | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | — |
| Foldable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.24 kg | 0.15 kg★ |
| Ear Cushion | protein leather | — |
| Headband | adjustable headband | — |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | neodymium |
| Driver Size | 40 mm★ | 30 mm |
| Drivers | 2★ | — |
| Impedance | 40 Ω | 220 Ω |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓★ | — |
| Codecs | LDAC | Sony MDR-ZX110NC Extra Bass Noise-Cancelling Headphones with Neodymium Magnets & 30mm Drivers, Black (Renewed) |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | hybrid | — |
| Transparency | ✓★ | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Bluetooth | 6.0 | — |
| Multipoint | ✓★ | — |
| Wired Connector | USB-C | 3.5mm |
| Cable Length | — | 1.2200000286102295 m |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 102 hrs★ | 80 hrs |
| Charge Time | 0.17000000178813934 hrs★ | — |
| Fast Charging | 10 min for 7 hours playback | — |
| Charging | USB-C★ | — |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓★ | — |
| Mic Count | 7★ | — |
| NC Mic | ✓★ | — |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | — |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | QCY App | — |
| App | QCY App | — |
| Gaming Mode | ✓★ | — |
Pros & Cons
QCY H3S
- Strong battery (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong sound (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong connectivity (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong mic (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Below average build (34th percentile)
Sony MDR-ZX110NC
- Strong battery (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong comfort (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong anc (73rd percentile)
- Strong social proof (69th percentile)
- Below average mic (15th percentile)15th %ile
- Below average connectivity (19th percentile)19th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (22nd percentile)
- Below average build (34th percentile)
Pricing
QCY H3S
Sony MDR-ZX110NC
No current pricing available
Verdict
Scores 85 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 13 of 31 specs.
