Sony MDR-ZX110 Wired On-Ear Headphones

Overview

Sony's MDR-ZX110 is a wired on-ear headphone with 1.38-inch neodymium drivers and a closed-back, swivel-earcup design meant for travel. It plugs in over a 3.5mm jack rather than pairing wirelessly.

This is an entry-level wired pair rather than anything with app features or wireless streaming: a 3.5mm plug, foldable hinges, and cushioned pads for the closed-back seal. Sony lists a wide 12Hz to 22kHz frequency range, which on a budget driver mostly signals the ends are reachable, not that they are tightly controlled.

• 1.38-inch neodymium dome drivers
• Closed-back, foldable swivel-earcup design
• 12Hz to 22kHz frequency range
• 3.5mm L-shaped plug, 24 ohm impedance

Who it's for

Suited to anyone wanting a cheap, simple wired backup for travel or a device without Bluetooth. Not for anyone who needs wireless freedom or a microphone for calls, since this model has neither.

Pros and cons

Performance notes

1.38-inch dome-type neodymium drivers and a closed-back design seal in bass, while the swiveling earcups fold flat for storage. Impedance is 24 ohms, which most phones and laptops can drive without a separate amp.

Where it stands among on-ear headphones

• #6 most-searched brand and model of the 37 on-ear headphones lines we track (by search demand, not sales).

From the specs of the 17 on-ear headphones we list; not a test result.

Specifications

Closest rivals on specs

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