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Updated April 11, 2024·
If you're looking for a wireless option with quality features such as a boom mic for clear calls and relatively good battery life, the JLab Go Work Wireless would be a solid choice, especially if you need comfort for long periods and use them in noisy environments. However, if you are on a tighter budget and prefer a wired connection, the Sony MDR-ZX110 would be more than adequate, particularly if you're focused on music listening, and can sacrifice the convenience of wireless connectivity and a built-in mic. Keep in mind, though, that the comfort and build quality of the Sony MDR-ZX110 are less impressive compared to the JLab. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the JLab Go Work Wireless
Very good for air travel
Advantages of the Sony MDR-ZX110
Good for music
Key differences
Music
5.8/10
7.6/10
The Sony MDR-ZX110 is good for music, while the JLab Go Work Wireless is poor.
Gaming
5.3/10
5.9/10
The Sony MDR-ZX110 and JLab Go Work Wireless are both poor for gaming, though the Sony MDR-ZX110 is somewhat better.
Phone Calls
6.3/10
3.0/10
The JLab Go Work Wireless is only fair for phone calls, while the Sony MDR-ZX110 is poor.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
6.6/10
4.3/10
The JLab Go Work Wireless is only fair for podcasts and audiobooks, while the Sony MDR-ZX110 is poor.
TV and Video
5.5/10
6.9/10
The Sony MDR-ZX110 is only fair for TV and video, while the JLab Go Work Wireless is poor.
Noise Reduction
4.6/10
5.3/10
The Sony MDR-ZX110 and JLab Go Work Wireless are both poor for noise reduction, though the Sony MDR-ZX110 is somewhat better.
Battery
47.0 Hours
N/A
The JLab Go Work Wireless has 47 hours of battery life. The Sony MDR-ZX110 does not have a battery.
Cost
$50
$10
$0
$10
$20
$30
$40
$50
The JLab Go Work Wireless has a price of $50 and the Sony MDR-ZX110 costs $10.
Build Quality
9.0/10
6.0/10
The JLab Go Work Wireless has excellent build quality, while the Sony MDR-ZX110 has only fair build quality.
"If you are going to criticise the JLab Go Work, it would be for the cables, which are to some extent too short for their intended use, and for its rather harsh treble reproduction above moderate volume levels in music mode. However, the call quality during telephone calls and video conferences in voice mode via wireless and via cable is impeccable. This handy Bluetooth headset also scores points with its excellent battery life and support for multipoint connections."
"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 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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