Sony WF-C710N Review: Price, Features & Noise Cancelling Performance Explained

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Sony WF-C710N Specifications $ 129.99

Headphone Section (Others)
Power	Li-ion
Charging Time	Approx. 1.5 hours
Charging Method	USB charging (using case)
Continuous Audio Playback Time	Up to 8.5 hours (NC on) / Up to 12 hours (NC off)
Continuous Talk Time	Up to 4.5 hours (NC on) / Up to 4.5 hours (NC 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

Noise cancellation performance

The WF-C710 offers advanced noise-canceling for an immersive listening experience. Building on the previous model, it uses dual noise sensor technology to precisely capture surrounding sounds with two microphones and cancels unwanted noise with inverted-phase audio. This allows you to fully focus on your music, even in noisy environments like commuting or busy cafes. Additionally, the microphones feature a wind-noise reduction design, ensuring comfortable listening even outdoors in strong winds.

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The WF-C710 also features improved ambient sound mode. Thanks to the dual microphones, not only can you hear surrounding sounds naturally, but your own voice is also clearly audible, making conversations comfortable even while wearing the earbuds. The ambient sound level can be adjusted in 20 steps, and by enabling Voice Focus, you can hear only people’s voices or announcements clearly. This lets you enjoy music comfortably while customizing the ambient sound to suit any situation.

Sound Quality

Compact yet Powerful Sound Quality

Despite its small size, the WF-C710 delivers clear and well-balanced audio across the entire frequency range, thanks to its specially developed 5mm driver unit. It reproduces rich bass as well as natural vocals and instrument sounds, making it suitable for a wide variety of music genres. Additionally, Sony’s proprietary ‘DSEE’ technology enhances compressed audio sources, restoring high frequencies to near CD-quality, so you can enjoy clear sound even from smartphones or Bluetooth sources.

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Customizable Sound to Your Preference

Using the dedicated app Sony Sound Connect, you can choose from eight presets—Bright, Excited, Mellow, Relaxed, Vocal, Treble Boost, Bass Boost, and Speech—or fine-tune the equalizer to your liking. The intuitive controls make it easy to set your preferred sound, and any adjustments can be saved under “Custom” for quick access anytime.

Automatic Switching and Immersive 3D Sound

The WF-C710 also supports Adaptive Sound Control, which automatically adjusts noise cancelling, ambient sound, and equalizer settings based on your activity or location. As a 360 Reality Audio certified model, it delivers a three-dimensional sound field optimized for the shape of your ears, creating an immersive listening experience. Achieving this level of audio quality at this price point is a testament to Sony’s expertise.

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Size & Fit

Colors and Comfortable Fit for Everyday Use

The WF-C710 comes in everyday-friendly basic colors—White, Black, and Pink—plus a new translucent shade, Glass Blue. With a variety of materials and colors available, you can easily choose a style that suits your fashion and personal preference.

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Equipped with touch sensors, the WF-C710 offers improved usability compared to the physical buttons of the previous model. The wide, flat touch surface allows for smooth control of music playback and calls.

The case features an easy-to-open magnetic lock and has been successfully downsized while still housing a large-capacity battery. The earbuds themselves are lightweight, minimizing how much they protrude from the ear and positioning the center of gravity closer to the head for a stable fit. Additionally, the ‘Ergonomic Surface Design’ reduces interference with the ear’s natural contours, ensuring comfort even during extended use.

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In addition, certain parts of the earbuds and the case are made from recycled plastics, combining environmental consideration with a premium feel.

Battery Performance Review

All-Day Battery Life with Reliable Connectivity

The WF-C710 offers up to 8.5 hours of playback on a single charge with noise cancellation on, and a total of up to 30 hours with the charging case. With noise cancellation off, it provides up to 12 hours per charge, totaling up to 40 hours with the case. Additionally, a quick 5-minute charge delivers about 1 hour of playback, ensuring you’re ready even for sudden outings.

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Call Performance Has Also Improved

Call quality has significantly evolved. Utilizing AI-powered high-precision voice pickup technology, the WF-C710 clearly captures the wearer’s voice while minimizing surrounding noise. Hands-free calls with smartphones and PCs are supported, making online meetings and calls on the go more comfortable.

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The WF-C710 offers robust connectivity, featuring multipoint functionality that allows simultaneous connection to two devices and multi-pairing that can store up to eight devices. Either earbud can be used individually, so you can charge one while enjoying music or calls with the other. Stable connections are maintained across Android, iPhone, and PC environments.

AI-Powered Call and Sound Features Review

High-Precision AI Voice Pickup Technology

The WF-C710 features new high-precision voice pickup technology powered by AI, delivering clearer call quality than the previous WF-C700N model. By optimally controlling multiple microphones and using advanced audio signal processing, it ensures high-quality voice transmission. An algorithm trained on over 500 million AI samples separates the wearer’s voice from surrounding environmental noise, effectively suppressing background sounds and clearly capturing your voice.

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Pros

Advantages

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  High-performance noise cancelling allows you to immerse in music even in trains or busy streets.
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  Compact yet delivers clear and balanced sound from low to high frequencies.
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  Ambient sound capture feature keeps commuting and conversations comfortable.
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  Long battery life up to 30 hours + quick charging provides peace of mind when out and about.
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  AI-powered high-precision voice pickup enables clear hands-free calls.

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Cons

Disadvantages

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  The price is slightly high for true wireless earbuds.
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  Due to miniaturization, getting used to the touch sensor for operation is necessary.
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  Not focused on heavy bass, so may feel lacking for bass enthusiasts.
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  IPX4 water resistance does not protect against submersion or prolonged exposure to water.
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  Advanced features require settings via the dedicated app.

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