Sony USB-C Wired In-ear Headphones IER-EX15C
Soundcore P31i
What Buyers Say
Sony USB-C Wired In-ear Headphones IER-EX15C
Users love these wired USB-C earbuds for their simplicity, comfort, and surprisingly good sound quality for the price. They are praised as a reliable backup or primary option for those who prefer not to charge headphones, with clear call quality and effective passive noise isolation. A few minor drawbacks include the lack of noise-canceling tech and the need to manage a cable, but overall they are seen as excellent value.
Pros
- Great sound quality for the price
- Comfortable and lightweight design
- No need to charge
- Clear call quality
- Effective passive noise isolation
Cons
- No noise-canceling technology
- Cable tangling issues
- Occupies USB-C port while in use
- Not premium sound quality
- Limited to wired use
Soundcore P31i
The Soundcore P31i earbuds are overwhelmingly praised for their exceptional sound quality, effective active noise cancellation, and impressive battery life, all at a very affordable price. Users highlight the companion app's powerful EQ and adaptive ANC features, though a few note fit issues with the ear tips. Overall, they are seen as a fantastic value, often compared favorably to much more expensive competitors like AirPods.
Pros
- Exceptional sound quality
- Effective active noise cancellation
- Long battery life
- Powerful companion app with EQ
- Comfortable fit with multiple ear tip sizes
Cons
- Ear tips may not fit all ear shapes
- Case is larger than previous models
- App requires data collection
- Translation feature is tricky
Scores
Specifications
| Sony USB-C Wired In-ear Headphones IER-EX15C | Soundcore P31i | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | in-ear | true wireless |
| Ear Tips | XS, S, M, L, XL | XS, S, M, L |
| Weight | 0.05 kg★ | 0.06 kg |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 5 mm | 11 mm★ |
| Drivers | — | 1★ |
| Freq Max | — | 40 kHz★ |
| Impedance | — | 14.199999809265137 Ω |
| Sensitivity | — | 120 dB★ |
| Hi-Res Audio | — | ✓★ |
| Codecs | Sony IER-EX15C USB-C Plug, Wired in-Ear Headphones for iPhone and Android Phones, with Built-in Multi-Function Button, Volume and Mic Control, Pink (Renewed) (Renewed) | LDAC |
| Surround | — | Spatial Audio |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✗ | ✓★ |
| ANC Type | — | adaptive |
| Transparency | — | ✗ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Bluetooth | — | 6.0 |
| Wired Connector | — | USB Type C |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | — | 10 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | — | 3 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | — | 10 min for 3.5 hours playback |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | — | 50 hrs★ |
| Case Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Wireless Charging | — | ✓★ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | — | 6★ |
| NC Mic | — | ✓★ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | voice assistant | — |
| Touch Controls | ✗ | ✓★ |
| App | — | soundcore |
| Gaming Mode | — | ✗ |
| Bone Conduction | ✗ | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | — | IP55 |
Pros & Cons
Sony USB-C Wired In-ear Headphones IER-EX15C
- Strong user sentiment (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong comfort (72nd percentile)
- Strong social proof (67th percentile)
- Below average sound (4th percentile)4th %ile
- Below average connectivity (25th percentile)
- Below average anc (31st percentile)
- Below average build (34th percentile)
Soundcore P31i
- Strong mic (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong sound (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong battery (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
Pricing
Sony USB-C Wired In-ear Headphones IER-EX15C offers 1.7x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 89 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 14 of 35 specs.
