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Updated April 11, 2024·
If you're on a budget and don't mind a wired connection, the Sony MDR-ZX110 may be a good choice as they're very affordable. However, if wireless connectivity, better controls, and a bit more durability with integrated mic are priorities for you, the JBL 510BT could be worth the extra cost. The JBL 510BT also offers longer battery life for extended usage, but neither of these models excel in sound isolation or are recommended for exercise and travel. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the JBL 510BT
- Good for air travel
Advantages of the Sony MDR-ZX110
- Good for music
Key differences
Music
6.2
7.6
The Sony MDR-ZX110 is good for music, while the JBL 510BT is only fair.
Phone Calls
5.1
3.0
The JBL 510BT and Sony MDR-ZX110 are both poor for phone calls, though the JBL 510BT is somewhat better.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
5.6
4.3
The JBL 510BT and Sony MDR-ZX110 are both poor for podcasts and audiobooks, though the JBL 510BT is somewhat better.
TV and Video
5.5
6.9
The Sony MDR-ZX110 is only fair for TV and video, while the JBL 510BT is poor.
Battery
38.0 Hours
N/A
The JBL 510BT has 38 hours of battery life. The Sony MDR-ZX110 does not have a battery.
Cost
$30
$10
$0
$10
$20
$30
$40
$50
The JBL 510BT has a price of $30 and the Sony MDR-ZX110 costs $10.
Build Quality
6.5
6.0
The JBL 510BT and Sony MDR-ZX110 both have only fair build quality, though the JBL 510BT has somewhat better build quality.
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Key similarities
Gaming
5.4
5.9
The Sony MDR-ZX110 and JBL 510BT are both poor for gaming.
Noise Reduction
5.3
5.3
The JBL 510BT and Sony MDR-ZX110 are both poor for noise reduction.
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How the JBL 510BT and the Sony MDR-ZX110 compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| JBL 510BT | Sony MDR-ZX110 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$30 | $10 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | JBL | Sony | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | February 1, 2021 | July 1, 2015 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Headphones | Headphones | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wireless | Wired | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 6.2/10 | 7.7/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 5.2/10 | 3/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 5.5/10 | 5.9/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 5.6/10 | 7/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 5.8/10 | 3.9/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | 38 Hours | N/A | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | No | N/A | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | 2 Hours | N/A | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | 5 | N/A | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | No | No | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 5.3/10 | 5.3/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | No | N/A | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | 7/10 | N/A | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 6.5/10 | 6/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 5.5/10 | 5.5/10 | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 158.7 Grams | 119.9 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | Integrated | N/A | |
Waterproof Rating | |||
Waterproof Rating | 0 | 0 | |
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SoundGuys
Sam Smart | September 2023
"The JBL Tune 510BT is affordable and compact, making it a great companion for a commute, so long as you don't need active noise canceling. If you wear glasses or have ear piercings, the on-ear design might not be comfortable, since the ear cups will squish your ears."
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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."
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About JBL
JBL is an American audio equipment manufacturer. Owned by Harman International which is, itself, owned by Samsung Electronics. JBL markets a wide array of monitoring speakers, professional headphones and consumer market headphones and earbuds. It was founded in 1946 by James Bullough Lansing (whose initials give the company its name) and has become one of the most prolific audio companies ever. Their products were responsible for audio during the 1969 Woodstock Festival.
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.
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