Sony Sports MDRAS410AW
SoundPEATS H3
What Buyers Say
Sony Sports MDRAS410AW
These Sony earbuds deliver impressive sound quality with good bass and treble balance, making them a solid choice for music lovers. However, many users report that the ear loop design is finicky and requires practice to secure properly, with some experiencing loosening during exercise. Durability concerns are also common, as several reviewers mention breakage at the speaker attachment or cable. Despite these issues, the adjustable fit and comfortable material are praised, especially for sports use.
Pros
- Great sound quality with balanced bass and treble
- Adjustable ear loop fit
- Comfortable material
- Good for sports and exercise
- Works with phone calls and PlayStation
Cons
- Ear loop design is finicky and hard to secure
- Loosens during exercise
- Durability issues with speaker attachment and cable
- Bulky design
- White cable shows grime easily
SoundPEATS H3
The Soundpeats H3 earbuds are widely praised for delivering exceptional sound quality that rivals far more expensive models, with tight bass, clear mids, and sparkling highs. Users highlight the secure IEM-style fit, effective active noise cancellation, and reliable connectivity, though some note the EQ in the companion app could be more impactful. Battery life varies with codec and ANC usage, and the charging case is a bit bulky, but overall these are seen as an outstanding value for audiophiles on a budget.
Pros
- Exceptional sound quality for the price
- Secure and comfortable IEM-style fit
- Effective active noise cancellation
- Reliable Bluetooth connectivity
- Good codec support (LDAC, AptX Adaptive)
Cons
- EQ in app could be more impactful
- Battery life varies with codec/ANC
- Charging case is somewhat bulky
- No auto-pause when removing earbuds
- Slightly metallic treble on some tracks
Scores
Specifications
| Sony Sports MDRAS410AW | SoundPEATS H3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | true wireless |
| Weight | — | 0.05 kg★ |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | — | hybrid |
| Driver Size | — | 12 mm★ |
| Drivers | — | 3★ |
| Impedance | 32 Ω | 28 Ω |
| Hi-Res Audio | — | ✓★ |
| Codecs | — | LDAC, aptX Lossless |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | — | ✓★ |
| ANC Type | — | adaptive hybrid |
| Transparency | — | ✓★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | — | ✓★ |
| Bluetooth | — | 5.4★ |
| Multipoint | — | ✓★ |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | — | 7 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | — | 10 minutes for 2 hours of playtime |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | — | 37 hrs★ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | — | 6★ |
| NC Mic | — | ✓★ |
| Features | ||
| Touch Controls | — | ✓★ |
| App | — | PeatsAudio App |
| Bone Conduction | — | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | — | IPX5 |
Pros & Cons
Sony Sports MDRAS410AW
- Strong social proof (67th percentile)
- Below average connectivity (12th percentile)12th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (21st percentile)
- Below average comfort (28th percentile)
- Below average sound (28th percentile)
SoundPEATS H3
- Strong sound (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong mic (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong anc (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong social proof (96th percentile)96th %ile
Pricing
Sony Sports MDRAS410AW
No current pricing available
SoundPEATS H3
Verdict
Scores 85 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 14 of 25 specs.
