We have tested the Sony WF-C710N headphones for several weeks, and they are spectacular thanks to their comfortable in-ear design and adaptive control. If you don’t want to spend a lot of money on high-end headphones, these are a good option.
For several weeks, the Sony WF-C710N wireless headphones have been my go-to for taking my music everywhere, as well as answering calls, and they’ve become one of my favorites.
It should be noted that they are mid-range headphones, as they retail for $120 (with temporary discounts), and they prove that Sony is the manufacturer thanks to their high sound quality, especially when playing music.
After testing these Sony headphones, I was also surprised by some of their features, such as adaptive control and direct connection to Spotify, which allows you to start listening to music without having to open the app on your phone.
Are the Sony WF-C710N worth buying? Although the materials used for the charging case are not the best, I was pleasantly surprised by how well they fit in the ear, with a wide surface area so that the touch controls are easy to use.
That said, there are some areas that could be improved, although I don’t think the final price of the headphones is excessive, as the advantages far outweigh the possible areas for improvement.
Sony has created incredibly comfortable in-ear headphones, although the battery life could be improved.
One of the most important things to consider before choosing headphones is the type of fit, as headbands, open headphones, and, as in this case, closed or in-ear headphones are not all the same.
These cover practically the entire ear, and although I always prefer open ones, I think the Sony WF-C710N are some of the most comfortable headphones I’ve tried in their category.
The ones I’ve been able to try out for several weeks are the black ones, although if you prefer more eye-catching options, they also come in pink or white, as well as the more innovative crystal blue with transparent details.
As for the case, Sony has followed the same line as for the headphones, as the carrying case is really compact, so you can carry them in your pocket without them taking up much space or bulging considerably.
However, the materials are not the best, as the lid seems a bit fragile when opening and closing it. During the weeks of testing, I was very careful when touching this area for fear of breaking it, although they seem to have withstood transport well, both in my pocket and in my backpack.
On the other hand, one of the aspects that I found least convincing was the battery life: with normal use, without noise cancellation activated, you can get approximately 12 hours.
However, this figure is reduced somewhat if you use them with noise cancellation activated, for example, to play music from Spotify. In this specific case, at maximum volume, with continuous use of this type, they last about 6 hours.
That said, it’s not the worst figure on the market, and it’s more than enough when you consider that, together with the case, they exceed 25 hours of battery life. If the battery runs out, a full charge of the headphones can take up to 3 hours.
Fantastic sound for listening to any genre and direct connection to Spotify
If there’s one thing Sony can boast about, it’s being an expert in sound, and these WF-C710N headphones are no exception, especially when it comes to music, where both the bass and treble are quite clear.
My experience in this case has been fantastic, and I think that for their price range, they are among the best in terms of detail.
However, you should bear in mind that these headphones are not top of the range and, in this regard, there are several areas for improvement, such as reducing wind noise when walking or running outdoors.
Perhaps it was just a coincidence that, during the weeks of testing, the weather conditions were not the best, due to strong gusts of wind. In any case, it’s just a minor improvement, nothing that affects the experience.
In terms of connectivity, they connect via Bluetooth 5.3. During use, the audio was lost twice for just half a second while walking, which could also be due to the mobile connection.
As for the controls, you can tap anywhere on the surface—which is quite large—without any recognition issues, making it really convenient and straightforward to change songs, answer calls, or turn the volume up or down.
It should also be noted that Sony’s Sound Connect increases the possibilities for sound customization and noise cancellation, as well as providing a direct connection to Spotify, so you don’t even have to touch your phone and can open it directly with the headphones.
Additionally, something I really liked is the scene recognition, which allows you to access adaptive control depending on whether it recognizes that you are moving or standing still.
Their noise cancellation is remarkable, they also have ambient sound and good call clarity.
As a personal recommendation, it is best to activate the adaptive control feature I mentioned earlier, so the headphones will recognize what type of environment you are in and adjust the settings accordingly.
In general, whenever I’ve gone out for a walk, I’ve had noise cancellation turned on and avoided annoying city noises, especially cars and electric drills. In this regard, I have no complaints.
However, I would have liked a slightly more transparent ambient mode, as on many occasions when entering an enclosed space I had to remove the headphones to hear anything.
I also think they are good headphones for taking calls without having to touch your phone, with no problems with sound or voice clarity.
