Sony WF-C700N
Sennheiser ACCENTUM True Wireless
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
Sennheiser ACCENTUM True Wireless
Overall, users are pleased with the sound quality, comfort, and battery life of these earbuds, with several praising the secure fit and easy pairing. However, one verified reviewer found them only 'barely acceptable' at half price, citing that they wouldn't pay the full $220. A promotional reviewer noted the touch controls are finicky and there's no active noise cancellation, but overall recommends them for audiophiles prioritizing sound and design.
Pros
- Excellent sound quality
- Comfortable and secure fit
- Long battery life
- Easy pairing with phone
- Good microphone clarity
Cons
- High price at full retail
- Finicky touch controls
- No active noise cancellation
- Battery life only 4 hours for some
Scores
Specifications
| Sony WF-C700N | Sennheiser ACCENTUM True Wireless | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | true wireless |
| Ear Tips | Small, Medium, Large | Extra small, Large, Medium, Small |
| Weight | 0.03 kg | 0.01 kg★ |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 5 mm | 7 mm★ |
| Drivers | — | 1★ |
| Freq Min | 33 Hz | 5 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | 20 kHz | 21 kHz★ |
| Impedance | — | 25 Ω |
| Sensitivity | — | 107 dB★ |
| Max SPL | — | 107 dB★ |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | SBC, AAC | AAC, aptX, LC3, 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 | hybrid |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.2 | 5.3★ |
| Profiles | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP | AVRCP, A2DP, HFP, TMAP, PBP |
| Multipoint | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Wired Connector | — | USB |
| Range | 10 m★ | — |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 15 hrs★ | 8 hrs |
| Charge Time | 1.5 hrs | 1.5 hrs |
| Fast Charging | 10 min charge for up to 1 hour of playback | 10 Minutes for 1 Hour |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 15 hrs | 28 hrs★ |
| Case Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Wireless Charging | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Capacity | — | 55 mAh★ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 2 | 4★ |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Siri, Google Assistant | Siri, Google Assistant |
| Touch Controls | ✗ | ✓★ |
| App | Sony | Headphones Connect | Sennheiser Smart Control App |
| Volume Limiting | — | ✗ |
| Gaming Mode | ✗ | ✗ |
| Bone Conduction | ✗ | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | IPX4 | IP54 |
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
Sennheiser ACCENTUM True Wireless
- Strong sound (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong comfort (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong connectivity (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong anc (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Below average build (34th percentile)
Pricing
Sony WF-C700N offers 1.3x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 80 overall, wins 2 of 7 usage categories and 13 of 42 specs.
