Sony WF-C700N
KZ ZAS
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
KZ ZAS
The KZ ZAS is widely praised for its excellent sound quality, with detailed highs, tight bass, and a wide soundstage that rivals far more expensive IEMs. However, several users report reliability issues, particularly with one driver failing during live performances, and the stock ear tips are considered flimsy. Despite these concerns, many find it an incredible value for the price, especially for casual listening and gaming.
Pros
- Excellent sound quality for the price
- Detailed highs and tight bass
- Wide soundstage
- Good for gaming
- Durable build (except ear tips)
Cons
- Driver failure in some units
- Flimsy stock ear tips
- Bright tuning may cause fatigue
- Weak bass for some listeners
- Scratches easily on resin shell
Scores
Specifications
| Sony WF-C700N | KZ ZAS | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | in-ear |
| Ear Tips | Small, Medium, Large | — |
| Weight | 0.03 kg | 0.03 kg★ |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | hybrid |
| Driver Size | 5 mm | 10 mm★ |
| Drivers | — | 8★ |
| Freq Min | 33 Hz★ | — |
| Freq Max | 20 kHz★ | — |
| Impedance | — | 24 Ω |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | SBC, AAC | KZ ZAS 7BA+1DD in Ear Earphone 8 Unit Hybrid Technology Flagship Wired Earbuds Monitor Headphones 8Core Cable Music Sport Earphone (with Mic, White) |
| 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★ | — |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 15 hrs★ | — |
| Case Charging | USB-C★ | — |
| 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
KZ ZAS
- Strong sound (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong comfort (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong social proof (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Strong user sentiment (67th percentile)
- Below average anc (31st percentile)
- Below average connectivity (34th percentile)
- Below average build (34th percentile)
Pricing
Sony WF-C700N offers 1.5x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 77 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 15 of 38 specs.
