Name: Sony Dr EX14vp
Brand: Sony

Technical Specifications of pair of headphones Sony Dr EX14vp

Overall score

5.8

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Popularity

What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the headphones.

When it matters: When you prefer headphones that have already been chosen and reviewed by many other users.

Sound

5.8

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Active noise cancellation (ANC)

What it is: Reduces background noise using active technology

When it matters: When blocking office, travel, or aircraft noise is a priority.

Importance: HIGH

Driver type

What it is: Type of speaker driver technology used

When it matters: When the underlying sound character and driver technology matter to you.

Importance: HIGH

dynamic

Driver size

What it is: Diameter of the speaker driver unit

When it matters: When you want extra hardware context behind how the headphones may handle bass weight, scale, or overall presentation.

Importance: HIGH

Number of drivers

What it is: Total number of speaker drivers per earcup

When it matters: When multi-driver designs are part of your buying criteria.

Importance: LOW

Lowest frequency

What it is: Lowest audio frequency the headphones can reproduce

When it matters: When deeper bass extension matters for your music or movie listening.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <=10 Hz

Calls & Controls

6.3

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Noise-canceling microphone

What it is: Built-in microphone reduces background noise during calls

When it matters: When you take calls in busy spaces and want your voice to stay clearer.

Importance: LOW

Can be used as a headset

What it is: Shows whether the headphones can handle voice chat and calls in addition to normal audio playback.

When it matters: When one pair needs to cover music, calls, meetings, and gaming chat.

Importance: LOW

Number of microphones

What it is: Total number of built-in microphones

When it matters: When call pickup quality and beamforming support matter to you.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=2

Boom microphone

What it is: Includes detachable boom microphone for voice clarity

When it matters: When you need stronger voice clarity for gaming, streaming, or work calls.

Importance: LOW

Microphone SNR

What it is: Signal-to-noise ratio of the microphone

When it matters: When call clarity matters and you want your voice picked up more cleanly instead of buried in background hiss.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >80 dB

Connectivity

4.6

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Connectivity

What it is: Available connection methods (wired, wireless, Bluetooth, etc.)

When it matters: When the headphones need to match how you listen across wired and wireless devices.

Importance: LOW

Bluetooth version

What it is: Version of Bluetooth technology supported

When it matters: When wireless stability, efficiency, and feature support matter more than treating Bluetooth as a box-check spec.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=5.0

N/A

Maximum Bluetooth range

What it is: Maximum wireless operating distance from source device

When it matters: When you move around rooms and want fewer dropouts from your source device.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=10 m

N/A

Audio latency

What it is: Delay between audio and video in wireless mode

When it matters: When you watch video or play games and need sound to stay in sync.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <60 ms

N/A

Multipoint support

What it is: Supports simultaneous connections to multiple devices

When it matters: When you switch often between a phone and a laptop during the day.

Importance: LOW

Features

4.4

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Ambient sound mode

What it is: Allows external sounds to pass through for awareness

When it matters: When you need to stay aware of traffic, voices, or announcements.

Importance: MEDIUM

EQ support

What it is: Allows customization of sound profile via equalizer

When it matters: When the stock tuning is not enough and you want to shape bass, mids, or treble to match your taste.

Importance: MEDIUM

Companion app

What it is: Dedicated mobile app for customization and updates

When it matters: When software customization, updates, and extra controls matter.

Importance: MEDIUM

Adjustable ANC levels

What it is: Allows adjustment of noise cancellation intensity levels

When it matters: When you move between quiet rooms, offices, streets, and public transport and do not want one ANC setting for every situation.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >=4

N/A

Voice assistant support

What it is: Compatible with voice assistants like Siri, Alexa, or Google Assistant

When it matters: When hands-free control is part of your daily routine.

Importance: LOW

Battery

4.0

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Battery life

What it is: Playback time on a single charge

When it matters: When you commute, travel, or work long shifts and do not want charging breaks to interrupt listening.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >45 hours

N/A

Battery life with ANC

What it is: Playback time with active noise cancellation enabled

When it matters: When you plan to keep noise cancellation on for most of the day.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >40 hours

N/A

Charging time

What it is: Time required for a full battery charge

When it matters: When you often need the headphones ready again after short breaks.

Importance: LOW

Good value: <=2 hours

N/A

Quick charge

What it is: Provides quick playback time with short charging period

When it matters: When a short top-up needs to deliver useful playback before you leave.

Importance: LOW

Battery capacity

What it is: Total energy storage of the internal battery

When it matters: When you are estimating how much battery headroom the design may have before relying only on the official runtime claim.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=720 mAh

N/A

Design

7.2

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Brand name

What it is: The manufacturer or brand of the product.

When it matters: When you prefer a specific ecosystem, support network, or design philosophy.

Importance: LOW

Sony

Form factor

What it is: Overall design type of the headphones (over-ear, on-ear, in-ear, etc.)

When it matters: When comfort, portability, and isolation depend on the overall headphone style.

Importance: LOW

in-ear

Weight

What it is: Total weight of the headphones

When it matters: When long listening sessions make wearing comfort more important.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: <150 g

Acoustic design

What it is: Type of acoustic design (open-back, closed-back, semi-open)

When it matters: When you need the right balance of isolation, leakage, and soundstage.

Importance: LOW

closed-back

Clamp force

What it is: Amount of clamping pressure applied to the head

When it matters: When comfort and fit security matter during long sessions.

Importance: LOW

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Sony Dr EX14vp vs the average pair of headphones

Why is Sony Dr EX14vp better than the average pair of headphones?

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98.6% lower weight
Sony Dr EX14vp is lighter than the average pair of headphones (3 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
What it is: Total weight of the headphones
When it matters: When long listening sessions make wearing comfort more important.
Importance: HIGH
Good value: <150 g
Sony Dr EX14vp is lighter than the average pair of headphones (3 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.3 g vs 218 g
13 Hz lower bass extension
Sony Dr EX14vp has a lower lowest frequency than the average pair of headphones (5 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.
What it is: Lowest audio frequency the headphones can reproduce
When it matters: When deeper bass extension matters for your music or movie listening.
Importance: MEDIUM
Good value: <=10 Hz
Sony Dr EX14vp has a lower lowest frequency than the average pair of headphones (5 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.5 Hz vs 18 Hz
Direct 3.5 mm plug
Sony Dr EX14vp includes a direct 3.5 mm plug, the average pair of headphones does not. 39.8% of headphones have a 3.5 mm male connector.
What it is: Shows whether the headphones end in a built-in 3.5 mm male plug instead of relying on a separate detachable cable.
When it matters: When direct wired compatibility with older devices or adapters matters.
Importance: LOW
Sony Dr EX14vp includes a direct 3.5 mm plug, the average pair of headphones does not. 39.8% of headphones have a 3.5 mm male connector.
In-line controls
Sony Dr EX14vp includes in-line controls, the average pair of headphones does not. 36.6% of headphones support in-line controls.
What it is: Controls available on in-line remote of wired cable
When it matters: When your wired setup depends on cable-mounted buttons or call controls.
Importance: LOW
Sony Dr EX14vp includes in-line controls, the average pair of headphones does not. 36.6% of headphones support in-line controls.
3.6x cheaper
Sony Dr EX14vp is cheaper than the average pair of headphones (£25 vs £90).
Sony Dr EX14vp is cheaper than the average pair of headphones (£25 vs £90).£25 vs £90
Boom microphone included
Sony Dr EX14vp includes a boom microphone, the average pair of headphones does not. 13.5% of headphones have a boom microphone.
What it is: Includes detachable boom microphone for voice clarity
When it matters: When you need stronger voice clarity for gaming, streaming, or work calls.
Importance: LOW
Sony Dr EX14vp includes a boom microphone, the average pair of headphones does not. 13.5% of headphones have a boom microphone.
2,000 Hz higher treble extension
Sony Dr EX14vp has a higher highest frequency than the average pair of headphones (22,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz). The average headphones reach a highest frequency of 20,000 Hz.
What it is: Highest audio frequency the headphones can reproduce
When it matters: When treble extension and overall frequency reach matter to you.
Importance: LOW
Good value: >=24000 Hz
Sony Dr EX14vp has a higher highest frequency than the average pair of headphones (22,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz). The average headphones reach a highest frequency of 20,000 Hz.22000 Hz vs 20000 Hz
98.6% lower weight
Sony Dr EX14vp is lighter than the average pair of headphones (3 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
13 Hz lower bass extension
Sony Dr EX14vp has a lower lowest frequency than the average pair of headphones (5 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.
2,000 Hz higher treble extension
Sony Dr EX14vp has a higher highest frequency than the average pair of headphones (22,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz). The average headphones reach a highest frequency of 20,000 Hz.
Direct 3.5 mm plug
Sony Dr EX14vp includes a direct 3.5 mm plug, the average pair of headphones does not. 39.8% of headphones have a 3.5 mm male connector.
In-line controls
Sony Dr EX14vp includes in-line controls, the average pair of headphones does not. 36.6% of headphones support in-line controls.
Boom microphone included
Sony Dr EX14vp includes a boom microphone, the average pair of headphones does not. 13.5% of headphones have a boom microphone.

Why is Sony Dr EX14vp worse than the average pair of headphones?

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Non-replaceable earpads
Sony Dr EX14vp has non-replaceable earpads, while the average pair of headphones has replaceable ones. 75.6% of headphones have replaceable earpads.
Fixed cable
Sony Dr EX14vp has a fixed cable, while the average pair of headphones has a detachable one. 62% of headphones have a detachable cable.
No travel bag
Sony Dr EX14vp does not include a travel bag, the average pair of headphones does. 65.4% of headphones include a travel bag.
31 mm smaller driver size
Sony Dr EX14vp has smaller driver size than the average pair of headphones (9 mm vs 40 mm). The average headphones use a driver size of 40 mm.
2 dB/mW lower sensitivity
Sony Dr EX14vp has a lower sensitivity than the average pair of headphones (100 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.
No battery indicator
Sony Dr EX14vp does not show battery level clearly, while the average pair of headphones does. 56.3% of headphones have a battery level indicator.
5 older release date
Sony Dr EX14vp was released earlier than the average pair of headphones (2011 vs 2016). The average headphones were released in 2016.
October 2011
31 mm smaller driver size
Sony Dr EX14vp has smaller driver size than the average pair of headphones (9 mm vs 40 mm). The average headphones use a driver size of 40 mm.
What it is: Diameter of the speaker driver unit
When it matters: When you want extra hardware context behind how the headphones may handle bass weight, scale, or overall presentation.
Importance: HIGH
Sony Dr EX14vp has smaller driver size than the average pair of headphones (9 mm vs 40 mm). The average headphones use a driver size of 40 mm.9 mm vs 40 mm
Non-replaceable earpads
Sony Dr EX14vp has non-replaceable earpads, while the average pair of headphones has replaceable ones. 75.6% of headphones have replaceable earpads.
What it is: Earpads can be replaced when worn out
When it matters: When you care about long-term maintenance and extending product life.
Importance: LOW
Sony Dr EX14vp has non-replaceable earpads, while the average pair of headphones has replaceable ones. 75.6% of headphones have replaceable earpads.
Fixed cable
Sony Dr EX14vp has a fixed cable, while the average pair of headphones has a detachable one. 62% of headphones have a detachable cable.
What it is: Cable can be removed or replaced
When it matters: When you care about easier cable replacement, simpler storage, or the option to swap to shorter, longer, or upgraded leads.
Importance: LOW
Sony Dr EX14vp has a fixed cable, while the average pair of headphones has a detachable one. 62% of headphones have a detachable cable.
No battery indicator
Sony Dr EX14vp does not show battery level clearly, while the average pair of headphones does. 56.3% of headphones have a battery level indicator.
What it is: Shows remaining battery charge visually or audibly
When it matters: When you dislike unexpected shutdowns and want clearer warning before leaving home, boarding a flight, or joining a call.
Importance: LOW
Sony Dr EX14vp does not show battery level clearly, while the average pair of headphones does. 56.3% of headphones have a battery level indicator.
2 dB/mW lower sensitivity
Sony Dr EX14vp has a lower sensitivity than the average pair of headphones (100 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.
What it is: Sound pressure output level per unit of input power
When it matters: When you plan to use weaker sources like phones, handhelds, or entry-level dongles and still want enough volume.
Importance: MEDIUM
Good value: >=106 dB/mW
Sony Dr EX14vp has a lower sensitivity than the average pair of headphones (100 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.100 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW
No travel bag
Sony Dr EX14vp does not include a travel bag, the average pair of headphones does. 65.4% of headphones include a travel bag.
What it is: Comes with a protective carrying case or pouch
When it matters: When protection in transit matters right out of the box.
Importance: LOW
Sony Dr EX14vp does not include a travel bag, the average pair of headphones does. 65.4% of headphones include a travel bag.
9.4% lower user score
Sony Dr EX14vp has a lower user score than the average pair of headphones (7.31 vs 8.000).
What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the headphones.
When it matters: When you want to understand how headphones perform in real listening and how reliable they are in terms of comfort, audio quality, battery life, and long-term use.
Sony Dr EX14vp has a lower user score than the average pair of headphones (7.31 vs 8.000).7.31 vs 8
5 older release date
Sony Dr EX14vp was released earlier than the average pair of headphones (2011 vs 2016). The average headphones were released in 2016.
October 2011
What it is: Official release or launch date of the model
When it matters: When you want a newer model for fresher features, longer support life, or simply to avoid buying into an older generation.
Importance: LOW
Good value: >=2020
Sony Dr EX14vp was released earlier than the average pair of headphones (2011 vs 2016). The average headphones were released in 2016.2011 vs 2016

Third-party reviews

United Kingdom

134 Reviews

3.5

50 Reviews

United States

(Reviews last updated: June 2026)

What customers like about Sony Dr EX14vp?

Affordable price point and excellent value for money.
Integrated in-line microphone and remote for volume control and calls.
Comes with three different sizes of hybrid silicone earbuds for a better fit.
Lightweight and compact design suitable for travel and commuting.
Good sound clarity and effective passive noise isolation when properly fitted.
Compatible with a wide range of smartphones (Android, iPhone, Blackberry) via 3.5mm plug.

What customers dislike about Sony Dr EX14vp?

Bass performance is often described as weak or lacking depth by many users.
Build quality concerns, with some reports of earbuds or wires failing after a few months.
Comfort can be hit-or-miss; some users find them uncomfortable for long-term wear or difficult to keep in place.
Treble can occasionally sound tinny or harsh at higher volumes.
Lack of dedicated track skip (forward/back) buttons on some device variants.
Microphone can pick up static or rubbing noise if it brushes against clothing.

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