Sony WF-C510 Review: Full Breakdown of Price, Specs, and Sound Quality

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Sony WF-C510 　Specifications　　　　　$ 69.99

Headphone Section (Others)
Power	Li-ion
Charging Time	Approx. 1.5 hours
Charging Method	USB charging (using case)
Continuous Audio Playback Time	Up to 8 hours (ASM on) / Up to 11 hours (ASM off)
Continuous Talk Time	Up to 5 hours (ASM on) / Up to 5 hours (ASM off)

Bluetooth
Communication Method	Bluetooth Standard Specification Ver. 5.3
Output	Bluetooth Standard Specification Power Class 1
Maximum Communication Distance	10 m
Operating Frequency Band	2.4 GHz (2.4000 GHz – 2.4835 GHz)
Supported Bluetooth Profiles	A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP
Supported Codecs	SBC, AAC
Supported Content Protection	SCMS-T
Transmission Band (A2DP)	20 Hz – 20,000 Hz (44.1 kHz sampling)

My Experience Using It

Sound Quality

The SONY WF-C510 delivers impressive sound quality for its price range. Compared to the previous WF-C500, the balance across low and high frequencies has been improved, making it suitable for a wide variety of music genres. The bass is rich and reproduces bass lines and drum sounds clearly, even in energetic tracks like pop and EDM, so it doesn’t get easily drowned out outdoors. The treble is a bit restrained, which may feel underwhelming for listeners who prefer delicate sounds in classical or acoustic music. Overall, however, the sound remains well-balanced, offering more than enough quality for everyday listening.

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The SONY WF-C510 delivers impressive sound quality for its price range. Compared to the previous WF-C500, the balance across low and high frequencies has been improved, making it suitable for a wide variety of music genres. The bass is rich and reproduces bass lines and drum sounds clearly, even in energetic tracks like pop and EDM, so it doesn’t get easily drowned out outdoors. The treble is a bit restrained, which may feel underwhelming for listeners who prefer delicate sounds in classical or acoustic music. Overall, however, the sound remains well-balanced, offering more than enough quality for everyday listening.

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Being compatible with 360 Reality Audio, the WF-C510 lets you enjoy an immersive, three-dimensional sound experience that feels like being surrounded by a live performance. The dedicated app optimizes the audio based on your ear shape and the headphones’ characteristics. Experiencing this level of immersion at such an affordable price is a true testament to Sony’s unique appeal.

Size & Fit

The WF-C510 is extremely compact and fits snugly in the ears, making it the smallest model in Sony’s line of truly wireless earbuds. Weighing just 4.6 g per ear, it’s comfortable for long listening sessions without causing fatigue. Its small size also makes it easy to slip into a pocket or carry case, making it highly portable.

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Compact and comfortable to wear, the WF-C510 is also waterproof, allowing you to use it outdoors or during workouts without worrying about sweat or rain.

Ambient Sound Mode

The WF-C510 introduces a new Ambient Sound mode, which was not available on the previous WF-C500. With just a single press of the device button, it naturally and clearly captures surrounding sounds, making it safe to use while commuting, shopping, or performing other activities. The dedicated app lets you adjust the ambient sound level across 20 steps, and enabling the Voice Focus feature reduces background noise while making it easier to hear voices and announcements.

The earbuds also support multi-point connectivity, allowing you to connect to two devices—such as a smartphone and a PC—simultaneously. After finishing an online meeting on your PC, you can instantly switch to music playback on your smartphone, with calls automatically routed, for seamless hands-free communication.

The device’s buttons are simple and intuitive, letting you easily control playback, skip or rewind tracks, adjust volume, and answer or end calls.

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Battery Life

Despite its compact and lightweight design, the WF-C510 offers impressive battery life, providing up to 11 hours of playback on a single charge. Compared to the previous WF-C500, the playback time has been extended, and with the charging case, you can enjoy up to a total of 22 hours of use. It also supports quick charging, giving approximately 60 minutes of playback after just 5 minutes of charging—perfect for those unexpected outings.

Source：SONY Official Website　Specifications of the SONY WF-C510 shown in the image above. See the text above for detailed explanations in English.

Pros

Advantages

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  Powerful bass works well with pop and EDM tracks.
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  Ultra-compact design makes them lightweight and comfortable to wear.
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  Ambient Sound mode helps you stay aware of conversations and announcements.
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  Up to 11 hours battery life on a single charge, and up to 22 hours with the case.
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  Quick charge provides ~60 minutes of playback with just 5 minutes of charging.

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Cons

Disadvantages

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  Treble is somewhat subdued, so delicate details may feel lacking.
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  No active noise cancellation, so external sounds can be noticeable in noisy environments.
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  Touch controls may take time to get used to, and accidental inputs can occur.
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  Supported codecs limited to SBC/AAC, making them less suitable for high-resolution audio enthusiasts.

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