QCY H3S
Sony MDR-ZX110
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-ZX110
The Sony ZX Series wired on-ear headphones deliver impressive sound quality with solid bass and clear mids for under $20, making them a great value. Users praise their lightweight, foldable design and comfortable fit for extended wear, though some note the headband lacks padding and the plastic construction feels cheap and creaky. Overall, they are recommended as reliable budget headphones for daily use, commuting, or desk work.
Pros
- Excellent sound quality for the price
- Lightweight and foldable design
- Comfortable for extended wear
- Strong bass and clear mids
- Good value under $20
Cons
- Unpadded headband causes discomfort
- Cheap plastic construction creaks
- Earcup foam deteriorates and flakes
- Bass distorts at maximum volume
- Glossy finish attracts fingerprints
Scores
Specifications
| QCY H3S | Sony MDR-ZX110 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.24 kg | 0.10 kg★ |
| Ear Cushion | protein leather | Rubber |
| Headband | adjustable headband | — |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 40 mm★ | 30 mm |
| Drivers | 2★ | — |
| Freq Min | — | 12 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | — | 22 kHz★ |
| Impedance | 40 Ω | 24 Ω |
| Sensitivity | — | 98 dB★ |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Codecs | LDAC | Sony MDR-ZX110 Closed Supra-Aural Dome Stereo Headphones, Black |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓★ | ✗ |
| ANC Type | hybrid | — |
| Transparency | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Bluetooth | 6.0 | — |
| Multipoint | ✓★ | — |
| Wired Connector | USB-C | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | — | ✗ |
| Cable Length | — | 1.2000000476837158 m |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 102 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 | No |
| Touch Controls | — | ✗ |
| 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-ZX110
- Strong social proof (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong comfort (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Below average mic (15th percentile)15th %ile
- Below average anc (32nd percentile)
- Below average build (34th percentile)
Pricing
Sony MDR-ZX110 offers 1.2x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 85 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 14 of 36 specs.
