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Updated April 10, 2024·
If your priority is high-end audio quality with advanced features like active noise cancelling and AptX Adaptive codec for low latency, the Master & Dynamic MW75-Neuro headphones would be more suitable, especially for nuanced listening experiences, gaming, and air travel. These also include Neurable AI technology for potential hands-free interaction. However, they are bulkier and more expensive. On the other hand, if you're looking for a budget-friendly, portable option for casual listening and you don't mind a simpler, no-frills experience with poorer sound quality and no wireless capability, the Sony MDREX15AP earbuds would be sufficient. Keep in mind they lack features like active noise cancellation and are not optimized for calls or exercise. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Master & Dynamic MW75-Neuro
Very good for phone calls
Excellent for gaming
Very good for air travel
Excellent for podcasts and audiobooks
Advantages of the Sony MDREX15AP
Very good for music
Key differences
Gaming
9.3/10
6.7/10
The Master & Dynamic MW75-Neuro is excellent for gaming, while the Sony MDREX15AP is only fair.
Phone Calls
8.8/10
3.5/10
The Master & Dynamic MW75-Neuro is very good for phone calls, while the Sony MDREX15AP is poor.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
9.4/10
5.4/10
The Master & Dynamic MW75-Neuro is excellent for podcasts and audiobooks, while the Sony MDREX15AP is poor.
Noise Reduction
8.3/10
7.0/10
The Master & Dynamic MW75-Neuro is very good for noise reduction, while the Sony MDREX15AP is good.
Battery
32.0 Hours
N/A
The Master & Dynamic MW75-Neuro has 32 hours of battery life. The Sony MDREX15AP does not have a battery.
Cost
$649
$20
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The Master & Dynamic MW75-Neuro has a price of $649 and the Sony MDREX15AP costs $20.
"At the ultra budget $10 price-point (and we’ve seen the no-mic version go for as cheap as $7), I’d say these are a decent option if you’re looking for a passable pair of earbuds for basic use that’s as cheap as possible. I wouldn’t say they feel or sound as good as some of the ultra-budget alternatives out there – of which there are a few at this point – but some might disagree. I will say though that the cable is a little bit nicer than those of that same competition."
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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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