A comparison of specs, key information, reviews, and best pricing from top retailers
Last updated -- hours ago | Report incorrect information
Company ProductName Specs
Company ProductName Specs
What we think
The PerfectRec Earbuds or Headphones team Learn more
Updated April 11, 2024·
If sound quality for music is a priority and you're willing to spend more, the 7hz Timeless earbuds provide a very good audio experience with their planar drivers compared to the fair sound quality of the Sony MDR-ZX110 headphones. However, the Timeless lacks wireless capabilities and active noise cancelling, and isn't sweatproof, so they may not be ideal for exercise or travel. The MDR-ZX110, while not offering sound quality as high as the Timeless, is foldable and thus more portable. Both lack a microphone for clear calls, built-in controls, and are wired, which may affect convenience. If budget is a concern and you want something more portable, the Sony MDR-ZX110 is the more affordable choice. Give Feedback
this description is based on the product variant with some specs and product variant with some specs. At the time of writing, the variant with some specs cost some dollars and the variant with some specs cost some dollars.
Advantages of the 7hz Timeless
- Very good for music
- Good for TV and video
Advantages of the Sony MDR-ZX110
- The Sony MDR-ZX110 has no clear advantages over the 7hz Timeless.
Key differences
Music
8.6
7.6
The 7hz Timeless is very good for music, while the Sony MDR-ZX110 is good.
Gaming
6.6
5.9
The 7hz Timeless is only fair for gaming, while the Sony MDR-ZX110 is poor.
Phone Calls
4.3
3.0
The 7hz Timeless and Sony MDR-ZX110 are both poor for phone calls, though the 7hz Timeless is somewhat better.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
6.8
4.3
The 7hz Timeless is only fair for podcasts and audiobooks, while the Sony MDR-ZX110 is poor.
TV and Video
7.8
6.9
The 7hz Timeless is good for TV and video, while the Sony MDR-ZX110 is only fair.
Cost
$200
$10
$0
$50
$100
$150
$200
$250
$300
The 7hz Timeless has a price of $200 and the Sony MDR-ZX110 costs $10.
Build Quality
8.5
6.0
The 7hz Timeless has very good build quality, while the Sony MDR-ZX110 has only fair build quality.
Let Us Help Find Your Perfect Headphones
Find your new headphones
Key similarities
Noise Reduction
5.3
5.3
The 7hz Timeless and Sony MDR-ZX110 are both poor for noise reduction.
Give feedback
We’re constantly working to improve.
How the 7hz Timeless and the Sony MDR-ZX110 compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| 7hz Timeless | Sony MDR-ZX110 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$200 | $10 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | 7hz | Sony | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | August 1, 2021 | July 1, 2015 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Earbuds | Headphones | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wired | Wired | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 8.6/10 | 7.7/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 4.3/10 | 3/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 6.7/10 | 5.9/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 7.8/10 | 7/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 4.3/10 | 3.9/10 | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | No | No | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 5.3/10 | 5.3/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 8.5/10 | 6/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 7/10 | 5.5/10 | |
Size | |||
Size | Large | N/A | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 5.5 Grams | 119.9 Grams | |
Waterproof Rating | |||
Waterproof Rating | 0 | 0 | |
Shopping
7hz Timeless
See more
Dig into reviews and images
Headphonesty
Kazi Mahbub Mutakabbir | May 2023
"7Hz picked a bold name for the Timeless and frankly, got very close to justifying their word choice. Most importantly, the Timeless are good to go in stock form, so you don’t have to worry about source-matching and such. I can recommend the 7Hz Timeless to those who do not mind a dash of brightness up top, want a taste of planar in IEM form, and want one of the most resolving pair of earphones in the $150 - $300 price range."
Sony MDR-ZX110
See more
Dig into reviews and images
Audio.org
Audio.org | December 2022
"My opinion about Sony MDR ZX110 is they are the best budget headphones of Sony with top-class sound. Clear vocals, great bass, and balanced sound with low sound distortion. The treble could be sharper, but it's ok. 30 mm neodymium dynamic drivers give clear and precise audio, and an inline remote with a mic give decent call quality. Closed-Back Design also helps to improve sound performance."
Get a great deal on the 7hz Timeless or the Sony MDR-ZX110
About Sony
Sony is a multinational corporation, based out of Japan, with over 75 years of experience in the consumer electronics industry. In the audio market, Sony has been a trendsetter several times throughout its history. In 1979 they released the first-ever portable music player, the Sony Walkman, followed by the Discman 20 years later. Today, Sony is one of the leaders in the wireless headphone and earbud market, especially in terms of Active Noise Cancellation technology.
Give feedback
We're constantly perfecting our model
Earbuds or Headphones guides you might be interested in
More comparisons for you
FAQs
FAQs about earbuds and headphones
Why trust us
This information was produced and vetted by the PerfectRec earbuds & headphones team. We are a product research and recommendation organization that meticulously reviews and evaluates the latest earbuds or headphones information and makes it digestible for you.
By the numbers
108
Earbuds and headphones evaluated
11,340
Earbuds and headphones stats compiled
15
Proprietary Earbuds and headphones ratings developed
122,600
Recommendations made
18,390
Consumer hours saved
About the Earbuds or Headphones team
Joe Golden, Ph.D
CEO and Earbuds and Headphones Editor
Joe is an entrepreneur and lifelong electronics enthusiast with a Ph.D in Economics from the University of Michigan.
Jason Lew
Staff Expert & Software Engineer
Jason is a staff expert and software engineer that has been making laptop recommendations for 7 years and moderates one of the largest laptop subreddits.
Chandradeep Chowdhury
Staff Expert & Software Engineer
Chandradeep is a staff expert and software engineer and expert in televisions and monitors. He’s been making monitor recommendations for ten years.
Luis Torres
Earbuds and Headphones Expert
Luis is a Mexico-based headphones expert. He’s been making headphone recommendations for five years and has close to 100 pairs in his personal collection.
Featured in
