Sony
Sony WF-C710N
C
Ranked #16 in Earbuds
404 LP on the
category ladder
what's LP?
Placed third overall in the newest roundup, an unusually strong showing for a mid-range model, but under-corroborated compared with the products above it.
Consolidated from 10 independent outlets
Where the cited sources landed, as we read them
- 6 positive sources
- 4 mixed sources
Pros & cons
- ✓ Current mid-range ANC earbud
- ✓ Strong showing in latest roundup
- ✓ Benefits from Sony's firmware support cadence and service network
- ✓ A mainstream budget-ANC recommendation
- ✓ Current-generation mid-ranger
- ✗ Cannot compete with flagships on sound or features
- ✗ ANC comes with an annoying rumble
The sources behind this ranking
We searched the web and YouTube for what has been published about this product, then read the articles, video transcripts and comments we found.
Evidence 2 articles and 8 video reviews
6 positive sources
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What Hi-Fi? Article · Oct 2022
What Hi-Fi? Article · Oct 2022 Whether you're taking voice or video calls you want a pair of true wireless earbuds with a good microphone set-up. Some premium pairs even have special technology that helps to emphasise voices so your voice should come through even clearer. Pairs we would recommend include the Sony WF-C710N at the affordable end of the spectrum and the Sony WF-1000XM5 , Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds (2nd Gen) and Apple AirPods Pro 2 at the more premium end.Read S SoundGuys SoundGuys · 332K subscribers · May 2025
Okay, at around $100, the Sony WF C710N are an easy recommendation. Now that these exist, I actually have a lot harder time recommending the XM5s. I mean, these get you 90% of the way there in terms of features and performance for less than half the price. That's a pretty sweet deal to meWatch D DIY GUIDES DIY GUIDES · 6.2K subscribers · Feb 2026
In short, the WFC 710N is the more complete all-rounder with ANC and premium features, while the WFC510 offers excellent sound and comfort at a much lower IceWatch G Gadgets Now Gadgets Now · 5.7K subscribers · Jul 2025
Sony's new WF-C710N earbuds bring premium features to a more affordable segment. With Active Noise Cancellation, DSEE sound enhancement, and up to 30 hours of battery life, these earbuds promise to be a practical everyday companionWatch R Reviewsinside Reviewsinside · 4.9K subscribers · Oct 2025
To sum up, the Sony WF C710N truly wireless noiseancelling earbuds offer a great balance of sound quality, comfort, and features at a reasonable price. They're ideal for those who need a reliable all-around pair of earbuds for everyday use. Whether for music, calls, or onthe-go listening. If you value noise cancellation, crystal clear calls, and long-lasting battery life, they're definitely worth consideringWatch T Tech To Go Tech To Go · 173 subscribers · Mar 2025
Sony’s back with the WF-C710N, a powerful upgrade to the award-winning C700N—and it might just be the best value wireless earbuds of 2025Watch
4 mixed sources
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Scarbir Bart Breij · reviewer · Feb 2026
Scarbir Bart Breij · reviewer · Feb 2026 The Sony WF-C710N is a good earphone with a bit too many sidenotes. It has great battery life, but the Active Noise Cancelling comes with an annoying rumble, the controls are awkward, and the sound is a bit too bassy and smooth out of the box.Read T Testventure Testventure · 42.6K subscribers · Apr 2025
In my view, the voice quality of the WF-C 710 N is perfectly fine and can be rated as good. Conclusion: Overall, we get a good pair of headphones with very good sound. Plus a design variant with a transparent look. In all other respects, the Sony WF-C 710 N performs below my expectations, which is not to say that everything is bad. Battery life is okay and has been increased from the predecessor, but compared to JBL or other manufacturers, it's far behind. Typical for Sony, the ANC could have been better. I’m a bit puzzled, because quite a lot remains, even if the low end disappears nicelyWatch R Rouben Cherchian Rouben Cherchian · 4.1K subscribers · Jul 2025
I've been testing these Blue Translucent Sony Earphones the WF-C710N for two weeks, and while they offer impressive sound quality and features for $130, there are some connectivity quirks you should know about before buying. These earphones deliver near-flagship performance at a mid-range price, but after extensive testing for calls, music, and daily use, I found some issues that might be deal-breakers depending on how you plan to use themWatch V Verified Reviews Verified Reviews · 1.3K subscribers · Jul 2026
To sum up, the Sony WFC 710N earbuds are a classic case of decent features held back by some frustrating compromises. They deliver on sound quality and battery life and include thoughtful extras like multi-point connection and a customizable app, but expect comfort issues, less than perfect noise cancelling and occasional connection hiccups. If comfort and premium noise isolation are dealreakers, this isn't the pick for you. But if you want good audio on the go for under 60 bucks with some modern tech, these could surprise youWatch
Frequently asked questions
It ranks #16 of 24 on our earbuds tier list, in C tier. That placement draws on 10 independent outlets.
None of the 10 sources with a clear view is critical of it. Cannot compete with flagships on sound or features. ANC comes with an annoying rumble.
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