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Updated April 11, 2024·
If you're on a tight budget and need wired on-ear headphones for casual music listening, the Sony MDR-ZX110 would be suitable. However, for better comfort, wireless connectivity, longer battery life, and active noise cancelling, the Soundcore Space Q45 is a superior option, especially for air travel and noise isolation. The Q45 also features app-based customizations, which the Sony lacks. Keep in mind, though, you'll be paying more for these added features. The Sony model is more portable due to being foldable and might be a better choice if you prefer a lighter, more compact option for on-the-go use. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Sony MDR-ZX110
The Sony MDR-ZX110 has no clear advantages over the Soundcore Space Q45.
Advantages of the Soundcore Space Q45
Excellent for air travel
Key differences
Music
7.6/10
7.1/10
The Sony MDR-ZX110 and Soundcore Space Q45 are both good for music, though the Sony MDR-ZX110 is somewhat better.
Phone Calls
3.0/10
4.9/10
The Soundcore Space Q45 and Sony MDR-ZX110 are both poor for phone calls, though the Soundcore Space Q45 is somewhat better.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
4.3/10
5.9/10
The Soundcore Space Q45 and Sony MDR-ZX110 are both poor for podcasts and audiobooks, though the Soundcore Space Q45 is somewhat better.
TV and Video
6.9/10
5.6/10
The Sony MDR-ZX110 is only fair for TV and video, while the Soundcore Space Q45 is poor.
Noise Reduction
5.3/10
8.7/10
The Soundcore Space Q45 is very good for noise reduction, while the Sony MDR-ZX110 is poor.
Battery
N/A
41.0 Hours
The Sony MDR-ZX110 does not have a battery. The Soundcore Space Q45 has 41 hours of battery life.
Cost
$10
$130
$0
$50
$100
$150
$200
The Sony MDR-ZX110 has a price of $10 and the Soundcore Space Q45 costs $130.
Build Quality
6.0/10
8.5/10
The Soundcore Space Q45 has very good build quality, while the Sony MDR-ZX110 has only fair build quality.
"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."
"The Anker Soundcore Space Q45 is a great pair of active noise canceling (ANC) headphones, and the $150 USD price tag only sweetens the deal. Unlike many mid-tier wireless headphones, the Q45 microphone system rejects quite a bit of background noise, making this a great work headset too."
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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.
About Soundcore
Soundcore is a sub-brand belonging to Anker Innovations. Starting in 2014, initially marketing wireless, Bluetooth, speakers, Anker now offers an array of, budget-friendly, wireless earbuds and headphones that directly compete, especially in the Active Noise Canceling field, with other brands several times as expensive.
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