Sony WF-C710N white

Successors to the multi-award-winning WF-C700N, these earbuds maintain the philosophy of delivering quality Sony sound at an affordable price, while bringing notable improvements in battery life and noise reduction. With their IPX4 certification, multipoint connection, and ergonomic design, they target users seeking the ideal balance between performance and budget.

Distinctively Sony Sound, with Enhanced Bass

The WF-C710N offer a balanced sound signature that carries the characteristic audio DNA of the Japanese brand. They deliver a richer and more complete sound reproduction than their predecessors, especially in the bass range, which gains depth and definition. This improvement makes the WF-C700N sound comparatively “light” and a bit too treble-oriented.

Detail retrieval is impressive for this price range, with good definition across the entire sound spectrum. High frequencies remain precise without being excessive, while the mids offer a natural and expressive rendering. Sony’s hallmark musicality is clearly present, with excellent timing and rhythmic agility even on complex tracks.

For bass-boost enthusiasts, these earbuds provide well-defined and punchy bass, while maintaining a satisfying overall balance. The sound remains pleasantly neutral, making it particularly suitable for a variety of genres such as hip-hop or pop.

Effective Noise Reduction for Everyday Use

Active isolation from external noise is one of the major improvements over the previous model. With two microphones on each earbud, the WF-C710N offer respectable noise reduction, especially effective in the low frequencies.

While they don’t rival high-end models like the WF-1000XM5, performance remains very decent in this price category. The ANC system works particularly well to attenuate rolling noise in transport or engine hum in the city, even if it doesn’t eliminate them completely.

The transparency mode, useful for staying aware of your surroundings, fulfills its main function adequately but shows some limitations during extended conversations. The microphones are quite sensitive to wind, which can cause occasional disturbances.

Extended Battery Life and Modern Connectivity

Battery life is a significant strength of the WF-C710N, offering up to 8.5 hours of continuous listening with ANC enabled, and 12 hours without noise reduction. The charging case, weighing just 38g, allows for several full recharges of the earbuds.

On the connectivity side, these earbuds feature Bluetooth 5.3, an upgrade from the previous model’s 5.2. This update ensures a more stable connection and better energy efficiency. The effective range remains standard at around 10 meters under optimal conditions.

Multipoint functionality is a notable advantage, allowing you to connect two devices simultaneously—for example, your computer and your smartphone—and switch intelligently between them as needed.

Ergonomic Design and Touch Controls

Weighing only 5.2g per earbud, the WF-C710N stand out for their lightness and comfort, even during long listening sessions. Their slightly concave touch surface naturally guides your finger to facilitate controls.

These controls allow you to manage volume, playback, sound modes, and activate the voice assistant. However, some users may regret the limited customization options, especially for volume control, which requires several consecutive taps and may feel intrusive compared to the long-press system offered by some competitors.

IPX4 certification ensures protection against splashes and sweat, making these earbuds suitable for moderate workouts and outings in light rain.

Comparison with the Previous WF-C700N Model

Compared to their predecessors, the WF-C710N bring several tangible improvements:

• Significantly increased battery life
• Optimized active noise reduction performance
• A more balanced sound signature with deeper, better-controlled bass
• Upgrade to Bluetooth 5.3 (versus 5.2 previously)
• Additional practical features

These developments justify the model change, while retaining the strengths that enabled the WF-C700N to win the “Product of the Year Award” two years in a row.

Technical Specifications

Audio Features

• Headphone type: closed
• Driver: 5 mm
• Frequency response (Bluetooth communication): 20 Hz – 20,000 Hz (sampling: 44.1 kHz)
• Volume control: yes
• DSEE: yes
• Supported audio formats: SBC, AAC
• Content protection: SCMS-T

Noise Cancellation

• Noise cancellation system: yes
• Ambient sound mode: yes
• Quick attention mode: yes

Connectivity

• Bluetooth version: 5.31
• Effective range: 10 m
• Frequency range: 2.4 GHz band (2.4000 GHz – 2.4835 GHz)
• Bluetooth profiles: A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP
• Multipoint connection: yes

Battery and Battery Life

• Continuous music playback time:
  • Up to 8.5 h (noise cancellation on)
  • Up to 12 h (noise cancellation off)
• Continuous talk time:
  • Up to 4.5 h (with or without noise cancellation)
• Earbud charging time: approx. 1.5 h
• Charging method: via USB port (with case)

Charging Case

• Weight: approx. 38 g
• Charging time: approx. 3.5 h (USB charging)

Physical Characteristics

• Earbud weight: approx. 5.2 g x 2 (with M-size tips)
• Water resistance: yes (IPX4)

Box Contents

• Hybrid silicone earbuds
• Charging case
• USB cable
• Reference guide
• Warranty card