Sony WF-C700N
Sennheiser CX 300S Black
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 CX 300S Black
The Sennheiser CX 300S earbuds receive mostly positive feedback for their clear, balanced sound quality and sturdy build, with many users praising the tangle-free cord and comfortable fit. However, several reviews highlight durability issues, including the earbuds detaching from the housing or silicon tips falling off, and one user experienced a split housing after six months. While the audio performance is widely appreciated, concerns about long-term reliability and a few reports of poor customer service temper the overall enthusiasm.
Pros
- Clear balanced sound
- Sturdy build quality
- Tangle-free cord
- Comfortable fit
- Good value for money
Cons
- Durability concerns (earbud detach)
- Silicon tips falling off
- Inconsistent bass response
- Housing splitting after months
- Poor customer service/warranty
Scores
Specifications
| Sony WF-C700N | Sennheiser CX 300S Black | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | in-ear |
| Ear Tips | Small, Medium, Large | XS, S, M, L |
| Weight | 0.03 kg | 0.01 kg★ |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | — |
| Driver Size | 5 mm★ | — |
| Freq Min | 33 Hz | 17 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | 20 kHz | 21 kHz★ |
| Impedance | — | 18 Ω |
| Sensitivity | — | 118 dB★ |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓★ | — |
| Codecs | SBC, AAC | — |
| 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★ | — |
| Profiles | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP | — |
| Multipoint | ✓★ | — |
| Wired Connector | — | 3.5mm |
| Range | 10 m★ | — |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 15 hrs★ | — |
| Charge Time | 1.5 hrs★ | — |
| Fast Charging | 10 min charge for up to 1 hour of playback | — |
| Charging | USB-C★ | proprietary |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 15 hrs★ | — |
| Case Charging | USB-C★ | proprietary |
| Wireless Charging | ✗ | — |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 2★ | — |
| NC Mic | ✓★ | — |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Siri, Google Assistant | — |
| Touch Controls | ✗ | ✓★ |
| App | Sony | Headphones Connect | — |
| Gaming Mode | ✗ | — |
| Bone Conduction | ✗ | — |
| Water Resistance | IPX4 | — |
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 CX 300S Black
- Strong comfort (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong social proof (73rd percentile)
- Strong sound (68th percentile)
- Below average user sentiment (21st percentile)
- Below average build (34th percentile)
Pricing
Sennheiser CX 300S Black offers 2.4x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 77 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 14 of 38 specs.
