Sony MDRZX110NC
The 30mm dynamic drivers deliver 10Hz-22kHz response, while active noise cancellation reduces ambient noise by up to 95% or 13 dB, backed by an 80-hour battery. This bundle pairs the wired on-ear headphones with a waterproof Sony XB100 Bluetooth speaker, adding portability and durability for outdoor use. Best for commuters who want reliable noise reduction on noisy transit and a rugged speaker for travel.
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概要
The 30-Second Version
The Sony MDR-ZX110NC is a wired on-ear headphone with ANC that lasts 80 hours on a single AAA battery, which is best-in-class. Sound is average and the mic is rough, but the noise cancelling is solid for the price. This listing bundles it with the Sony XB100 waterproof speaker for $91 USD, which is fair if you want both. Commuters will like it, call-takers should look elsewhere.
Pros & Cons
長所
- 80-hour battery life on a single AAA, best-in-class endurance 95th
- ANC reduces ambient noise by up to 95% or 13 dB, strong for the price 91st
- Foldable design and solid build quality, 86th percentile 86th
- Includes Sony XB100 waterproof Bluetooth speaker in the bundle 86th
- Wired 3.5mm connection means zero latency and no pairing issues
短所
- Microphone quality is rough, 15th percentile, bad for calls
- Wired only, no Bluetooth on the headphones themselves
- Sound quality is just average at 54th percentile
- On-ear design can get uncomfortable during long sessions
- Social proof is thin, only 4 reviews and 34th percentile
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購入者の評価が時間とともにどう変化したか
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- Q2 202180/100
Buyers praised sound quality and value, but one noted the microphone underperforms. Overall, a positive reception with a minor functional caveat.
- Sound quality is consistently praised as 'dope' or 'nice'.
- Value for money highlighted; economical unit exceeds expectations.
- Ease of use and quick availability appreciated.
- Microphone functionality is subpar, affecting call quality.
- Q1 202175/100
Buyers in this period found the headphones good value and durable, but noted plastic build, peeling earpads, and sound quality quirks.
- Good value for money and long-term durability, with multiple users reporting they still work after 12-18 months.
- Plastic build and peeling earpads, with one user noting a broken side exposing the battery.
- Sound quality is decent but has quirks: noise cancelling sounds weird, lacking lower frequencies, fixable with EQ.
- Smaller than expected size, which may affect fit and comfort for some users.
- Q4 202027/100
Buyers found noise cancelling mediocre, reducing background noise by only 45%, and ineffective for human speech. Sound quality was decent but not outstanding, and the vinyl ear pads caused discomfort.
- Noise cancelling is weak, reducing background noise by 45%, and fails to block human speech.
- Sound quality is good for kids but overall fidelity is mediocre.
- Vinyl ear pads make ears hot, causing discomfort during use.
- Product is often discounted, indicating entry-level quality.
- Q3 202074/100
Buyers in Q3 2020 found these budget headphones excellent value, with strong sound and noise cancelling for the price. However, durability issues like flaking earpads and a broken battery cover were noted.
- Excellent sound quality and noise cancelling for the price, with clear audio and punchy bass.
- Earpad outer skin flakes off after about a month of use, as reported by one buyer.
- Battery cover broke on one unit after years of use, requiring tape to hold battery.
- Build quality is mostly plastic but surprisingly durable; one unit lasted 4 years despite damage.
- Q2 202050/100
Buyers praised value, sound quality, and comfort, but two reported the noise cancelling failing after months or cushion deterioration, leading to mixed sentiment.
- Excellent sound quality, loud and clear with tight bass, especially for the price.
- Great value at $50, with good noise cancelling initially and a 1-year warranty.
- Noise cancelling stops working after a few months of use, cutting out within minutes.
- Ear cushions deteriorate and flake off after minimal use (under 5 hours).
- Q4 201948/100
Buyers in Q4 2019 reported mixed experiences: some praised sound quality and value, while others criticized passive sound, comfort, and noise-cancelling reliability.
- Sound quality with noise cancelling on is clear, with good soundstage and value for the price.
- Passive sound quality is poor when noise cancelling is off or battery dies, becoming muffled and flat.
- Noise cancelling can fail after a few weeks, stopping working during use.
- Comfort issues: tight fit flattens ears and causes headaches; sound cuts in and out.
- Q3 201950/100
Buyers praised the sound quality and noise cancelling, but durability issues and battery life drew criticism. One unit broke within months, and another needed frequent battery changes.
- Sound quality is praised as great, especially with noise cancelling, and the price is considered reasonable.
- Durability is a concern: one prong broke after two months, another broke after a few months, rendering them useless.
- Battery life is poor, requiring replacement every 5 days, which is inconvenient and costly.
- Design is excellent but usability suffers due to battery and feature quality; some find it not easy to use.
- Q2 201945/100
Buyers in this period found these headphones cheap and decent for the price, but noted weak noise canceling, short cable, and two specific defects: ear cups detaching and right-side noise canceling amplifying ambient noise.
- Ear cups detach and cannot be reattached; no guides available.
- Right-side noise canceling increases ambient noise, making headphones unusable.
- Good value for price, but noise canceling is weak and audio quality subpar for home use.
- Comfortable and reliable for on-the-go use with phones and laptops.
- Q1 201958/100
Buyers in Q1 2019 praised sound quality and noise cancellation but reported durability issues: one unit failed after 3 months, and ear pad covering peeled, with costly replacements.
- Good sound quality, volume control, and noise cancellation for daily use and travel.
- One unit stopped working after 3 months, indicating potential reliability concerns.
- Ear pad covering peeled off after a few flights, leaving black flecks; replacement cost is high.
- Comfortable and well-built for everyday use, but durability issues undermine overall satisfaction.
- Q2 201838/100
Buyers in this period report mixed sound and noise cancelling, but frequent durability failures: ear pads peel, one side stops working, and Sony support is poor.
- Ear pads peel and break apart within months, causing discomfort and unusable in public.
- Several units fail on one side within months or out of box; Sony warranty is short and unhelpful.
- Noise cancelling works for low frequencies but boosts volume and adds noise in windy or loud environments.
- Sound quality is decent for the price, and some units last years with functioning noise cancelling.
- Q1 201830/100
Buyers found the sound and noise canceling acceptable but were disappointed by required batteries, build quality issues, and a defective unit, with one praising the brand.
- Fabric deteriorated quickly and one earcup fell off, indicating poor build quality.
- Unexpected battery requirement for wired headphones caused dissatisfaction.
- Noise canceling is subtle and not comparable to premium models; sound is okay.
- One unit arrived defective, with customer care also criticized.
- Q4 201757/100
Buyers found these Sony headphones affordable with good sound, but noise-cancelling was weaker than expected. One reported a defect (earpiece fell off), and build quality was called cheap.
- Noise-cancelling is adequate for low-frequency sounds like engines but weak against voices and TV; several noted it underperforms.
- Sound quality and frequency response were praised, often exceeding expectations for the price.
- Build quality is cheap plastic; one earpiece fell off on day two, raising durability concerns.
- Comfortable padding, though prolonged noise-cancelling use caused headaches initially.
- Q3 201750/100
Buyers in this period had mixed experiences: some praised sound quality and value, while others reported poor noise cancellation, discomfort, and a defect.
- Noise cancellation ineffective; user heard plane engine and crying, leading to return issues.
- Sound quality praised for price, especially with noise canceling on; clean and bright.
- Comfort issues: headband padding hurts, ear cups squeeze painfully.
- Defect: crunching noise in right ear when pressing sides, annoying for sensitive users.
- Q3 201532/100
Buyers found the headphones comfortable and clear for music, but noise cancellation fell far short of the 95% claim, with one user returning them. A durability issue with the ear cover also surfaced.
- Noise cancellation is weak, estimated at 10-25% effectiveness, not the advertised 95%, especially for low-frequency sounds.
- Comfortable for long wear, including during flights, and sound quality is clear and enjoyable for music.
- One right ear cover came off and replacement parts are hard to find, making the product less durable.
- Value is questioned: price is high relative to performance, with cheaper alternatives offering better noise cancellation.
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実証データ
Performance
The headline number here is battery life. Sony claims 80 hours of runtime for the noise cancelling, which puts this in the 95th percentile of everything we track. That's genuinely impressive. Most wireless ANC headphones need a charge every 20 to 40 hours, and this thing just keeps going. It runs on a single AAA battery, which is either a blessing or a curse depending on how you feel about carrying spares. But 80 hours means you're swapping batteries maybe once a month with daily commuting.
Sound quality is more of a mixed bag. The 30mm dynamic driver covers 10Hz to 22kHz, which is a wider range than a lot of budget on-ear cans, but our sound score lands at 54th percentile. That's about average. You'll get decent clarity in the mids and a reasonable amount of bass for an on-ear design, but don't expect the kind of detail or soundstage you'd get from a larger over-ear pair. The ANC itself sits at the 80th percentile, which is solid. It's not going to silence a crying baby or a jackhammer, but it takes the edge off engine rumble and office chatter. For a wired headphone at this price, that's respectable.
Specifications
Full Specifications
Design
| Form Factor | on-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed |
| Foldable | Yes |
| Weight | 0.1 kg / 0.3 lbs |
| Ear Cushion | foam |
Audio
| Driver Type | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 30 |
| Freq Min | 10 |
| Freq Max | 22000 |
| Impedance | 220 |
| Sensitivity | 115 |
| Hi-Res Audio | No |
| Codecs | This Bundle From Teds Electronics Includes: Sony MDR-ZX110NC Noise-Canceling On-Ear Headphones, Sony XB100 Portable Waterproof Bluetooth Speaker (Gray) |
Noise Control
| ANC | Yes |
| ANC Type | reduces ambient noise by up to 95% or 13 dB |
| Transparency | Yes |
Connectivity
| Wireless | No |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | No |
| Cable Length | 1.19 |
Battery
| Battery Life | 80 |
| Charging | proprietary |
Microphone
| Microphone | No |
| NC Mic | Yes |
Features
| Voice Assistant | None |
| Touch Controls | No |
| Volume Limiting | No |
| Water Resistance | Waterproof |
vs Competition
The JBL Tune 670NC is probably the most direct competitor. It's wireless, has a better microphone, and JBL's sound signature tends to be more energetic than Sony's flat-ish tuning here. But you're giving up the 80-hour battery life and the bundled speaker. The Soundcore Life Q20 is another strong alternative, with plush over-ear comfort and solid ANC for around $50 to $60. It's more comfortable for long sessions than the on-ear ZX110NC, and the mic is noticeably better for calls.
The TOZO HT3 is the budget wildcard. It's wireless, has decent ANC, and often sells for under $40. You lose the Sony brand reliability and the speaker bundle, but if you just want cheap wireless ANC, it's hard to ignore. The Beyerdynamic Aventho 100 and Sennheiser ACCENTUM Plus are in a completely different league, both priced well above this bundle and aimed at audiophiles who care about sound quality first. They're not really competitors, more like reminders of what you're giving up at this price point.
| Spec | Sony MDRZX110NC | JBL Tune 670NC | QCY H3 ANC | JLab JBuds Lux ANC | TOZO HT3 | Sennheiser ACCENTUM Wireless |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Form Factor | on-ear | on-ear | over-ear | over-ear | over-ear | over-ear |
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic | dynamic | dynamic | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size (mm) | 30 | 32 | 40 | 40 | 40 | 37 |
| Impedance Ohms | 220 | 32 | 32 | 16 | 16 | 80 |
| Wireless | false | true | true | true | true | true |
| Active Noise Cancellation | true | true | true | true | true | true |
| Open Closed Back | closed | closed | closed | closed | closed | closed |
| Bluetooth Version | - | 5.3 | 5.4 | 5.4 | 6.0 | 5.2 |
| Battery Life Hours | 80 | 70 | 60 | 70 | 90 | 50 |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| 製品 | Anc | Mic | Build | Sound | Battery | Comfort | User Sentiment | Connectivity | ユーザー評価 | Affordability |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sony MDRZX110NC | 90.5 | 14.8 | 85.7 | 55.5 | 95.3 | 86.2 | 22 | 38.8 | 57.2 | 67.4 |
| JBL Tune 670NC Compare | 98.5 | 62.4 | 74.6 | 53.9 | 94.7 | 86.2 | 82.5 | 99.1 | 98.5 | 47.6 |
| QCY H3 ANC Compare | 94.7 | 77.7 | 74.6 | 84.4 | 88.8 | 86.2 | 88.5 | 96.4 | 89.6 | 60.7 |
| JLab JBuds Lux ANC Compare | 94.7 | 81.3 | 98.4 | 88.8 | 94.7 | 74.8 | 56.4 | 97.9 | 95 | 41.2 |
| TOZO HT3 Compare | 98.5 | 79.6 | 96.1 | 98.2 | 97.7 | 50.2 | 56.4 | 97.9 | 95 | 67 |
| Sennheiser ACCENTUM Wireless Compare | 94.7 | 73.1 | 32.9 | 95 | 87.1 | 50.2 | 56.4 | 91.2 | 77.4 | 35 |
価格
Value & Pricing
Pricing here is a little tricky because the listing is a bundle. You're looking at $91 USD for the headphones plus the XB100 speaker, which retails on its own for around $40 to $50 depending on sales. That puts the effective cost of the MDR-ZX110NC somewhere in the $40 to $50 range, which is about right for what you're getting. The headphones alone have historically sold for $30 to $50, so this bundle isn't a screaming deal, but it's not a ripoff either.
Compared to the competition, the value proposition depends heavily on whether you want the speaker. The JBL Tune 670NC and Soundcore Life Q20 both offer wireless connectivity and better microphones for similar or slightly higher prices. The TOZO HT3 is another wireless option that undercuts this bundle on price. But none of those come with a waterproof speaker, and none match the 80-hour battery life. If you're in the market for both a wired ANC headphone and a portable speaker, this is a convenient one-box solution.
Price History
詳細情報
Overview
The Sony MDR-ZX110NC is one of those products that's been kicking around for years, quietly doing its job while fancier headphones grab the headlines. It's a wired, on-ear pair with active noise cancelling, a 30mm dynamic driver, and a frequency response that runs from 10Hz up to 22kHz. Nothing flashy, but Sony knows how to make a budget headphone that doesn't feel like a toy. This particular listing bundles it with the Sony XB100, a small waterproof Bluetooth speaker, which changes the value math a bit.
Who's this for? Commuters, mostly. The noise cancelling is rated to knock out up to 95% of ambient noise, or about 13 dB, which is modest by modern standards but still meaningful on a bus or train. The wired 3.5mm connection means no Bluetooth pairing headaches and no latency, but it also means you're tethered to your phone or laptop. If you're the type who still owns a device with a headphone jack, or you just want something simple that works, this is a reasonable pick.
The interesting wrinkle here is the bundle. You're getting two Sony products for the price of one listing, and the XB100 speaker is genuinely useful for a beach day or a shower shelf. But the headphones themselves are the main event, and they come with some real trade-offs. The battery life is stellar, the build is solid, but the microphone is rough and connectivity is limited to a cable. Let's dig in.
Common Questions
Q: Does the Sony MDR-ZX110NC work without the noise cancelling turned on?
Yes. The headphones work as passive on-ear cans even when the ANC is switched off. The noise cancelling runs on a single AAA battery, so if the battery dies, you still get sound through the 3.5mm cable. You just lose the ambient noise reduction until you swap in a fresh battery.
Q: Is the Sony XB100 speaker in this bundle actually waterproof?
Yes, the XB100 is rated waterproof, which means it can handle splashes, rain, and even brief submersion. It's designed for outdoor use, so a poolside or shower shelf is fair game. Just don't take it scuba diving. The headphones themselves are not waterproof, so keep those away from water.
Q: Can I use these headphones for phone calls or video meetings?
You can, but it's not their strong suit. The built-in NC mic scores in the 15th percentile of our database, which means call quality is below average. Background noise tends to bleed through, and your voice may sound muffled to the person on the other end. If calls are a priority, look at the JBL Tune 670NC or Soundcore Life Q20 instead.
Q: How does the noise cancelling compare to more expensive Sony headphones?
The MDR-ZX110NC reduces ambient noise by up to 95% or about 13 dB, which lands in the 80th percentile of all ANC headphones we track. That's solid for the price, but it's not in the same league as Sony's flagship WH-1000XM series, which use more advanced processing and multiple microphones. Expect this to soften engine rumble and office hum, not create total silence.
Who Should Skip This
If you take a lot of phone calls or video meetings, skip this. The microphone is one of the weakest we've seen, landing in the 15th percentile, and you'll frustrate the person on the other end. Look at the JBL Tune 670NC or Soundcore Life Q20 instead, both of which have much better call quality and wireless connectivity. If you want Bluetooth on your headphones, this isn't for you either. The MDR-ZX110NC is wired only, and in 2025 that's a real limitation for anyone with a phone that lacks a headphone jack.
Audiophiles should also steer clear. The sound quality is average at best, and the on-ear design doesn't give you the immersive experience of a good over-ear pair. If sound is your priority, save up for the Sennheiser ACCENTUM Plus or Beyerdynamic Aventho 100. And if you don't need the XB100 speaker, this bundle doesn't make much sense. You can get better headphones for the same money without paying for a speaker you'll never use.
Verdict
For commuters who want a simple, reliable wired headphone with ANC and don't care about Bluetooth, the MDR-ZX110NC is a solid choice. The 80-hour battery life means you'll forget when you last changed the battery, and the noise cancelling takes enough edge off to make a train ride tolerable. The foldable design slips into a bag easily, and the build quality feels better than the price suggests. Just don't expect to take calls on it. The mic is a weak spot, and the on-ear fit can get fatiguing after a couple hours.
If you're buying this bundle specifically for the XB100 speaker, it's a decent package. The speaker is waterproof, portable, and sounds fine for its size. But if you don't need the speaker, you're better off spending the same money on a wireless pair like the JBL Tune 670NC or Soundcore Life Q20. They'll give you better mics, more comfort, and the freedom to leave your phone in your pocket.
Usage Scores
- Work56.5
- Calls38.1
- Music62.7
- 総合61.1
- Budget74.8
- ゲーム44.2
- Studio55.1
- Commute67.9
