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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£160
  • Avg. price in US: ~$230
  • Form factor: over-ear
  • Connectivity: wireless
  • Battery life: 19 hours
  • Active noise cancellation (ANC): yes

Sony MDR ZX770BN review. Compare 93 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among headphones and if it is worth buying.

7.0

Overall score

What it is: An overall evaluation of the headphones' quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.

When it matters: When you need a quick reference to identify the best headphones on the market.

Score components:

80.0%

6.5

Technical Score

20.0%

9.0

User score

Very good
6.5

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the headphones' technical performance, covering key areas such as sound quality, noise cancelling, microphone performance, battery life, comfort, connectivity, features, and build quality.

When it matters: When you want to compare headphones based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

52.0%

8.1

Sound

20.0%

3.6

Features

10.0%

7.1

Design

8.0%

4.6

Connectivity

6.0%

3.7

Battery

4.0%

7.7

Calls & Controls

Good
9.0

User score

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.

Score components:

70.0%

8.6

User reviews

30.0%

10

Popularity

User score:
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  • 7.4
    Gaming

    Score components:

    35.0%

    4.3

    Audio latency

    25.0%

    10

    Low-latency game mode

    20.0%

    10

    Can be used as a headset

    12.0%

    10

    Noise-canceling microphone

    8.0%

    2.9

    Battery life

  • 7.3
    Travel

    Score components:

    28.0%

    10

    Active noise cancellation (ANC)

    24.0%

    2.9

    Battery life

    18.0%

    4.5

    Weight

    16.0%

    10

    Multipoint support

    14.0%

    10

    Ambient sound mode

  • 7.6
    Calls

    Score components:

    28.0%

    10

    Noise-canceling microphone

    24.0%

    10

    Can be used as a headset

    18.0%

    10

    Multipoint support

    16.0%

    2.9

    Battery life

    14.0%

    1.0

    Companion app

  • 4.0
    Workout

    Score components:

    28.0%

    4.5

    Weight

    24.0%

    1.0

    Water resistance

    20.0%

    4.0

    IP rating

    16.0%

    2.9

    Battery life

    12.0%

    10

    Can be used as a headset

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Verdict

The Sony MDR-ZX770BN is a versatile over-ear wireless headset featuring 40mm neodymium dynamic drivers, active digital noise cancelling (AINC), and one-touch NFC pairing. It delivers a frequency response of 8Hz–22,000Hz (wired) and provides up to 13 hours of continuous playback with both Bluetooth and noise cancelling active on a single 2.5-hour charge. Main characteristics include its lightweight 245g design, comfortable pressure-relieving earpads, and the ability to operate in passive wired mode if the battery expires. Key pros are its punchy bass response, intuitive physical controls, and reliable wireless range of approximately 30 feet; however, notable cons include a somewhat plasticky build quality, mediocre isolation in loud environments, and a built-in microphone that can occasionally sound distant or muffled during calls.

Technical Specifications of Sony MDR ZX770BN

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the headphones' technical performance, covering key areas such as sound quality, noise cancelling, microphone performance, battery life, comfort, connectivity, features, and build quality.

When it matters: When you want to compare headphones based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

52.0%

8.1

Sound

20.0%

3.6

Features

10.0%

7.1

Design

8.0%

4.6

Connectivity

6.0%

3.7

Battery

4.0%

7.7

Calls & Controls

6.5
Sony MDR ZX770BN has a technical score of 6.54 points, which is higher than that of 77.2% of products in this category.
User score

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.

Score components:

70.0%

8.6

User reviews

30.0%

10

Popularity

User score:
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9.0
Sony MDR ZX770BN has a user score of 9.02 points, which is higher than that of 85.9% of products in this category.
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.
10
Sony MDR ZX770BN has a popularity of 10 points, which is higher than 71.9% of products in this category.
Ratio quality/price

What it is: An indicator that combines the headphones' overall rating with their cost.

When it matters: When you are looking for headphones that offer a strong balance of performance, features, and price.

Score components:

60.0%

7.0

Overall score

40.0%

9.7

Price

7.8
Sony MDR ZX770BN has a quality-to-price ratio of 7.8 points, which is higher than 80.7% of products in this category.
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

yes
Sony MDR ZX770BN supports active noise cancellation. 72.6% of headphones support active noise cancellation.
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: MEDIUM

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: MEDIUM

40 mm
Sony MDR ZX770BN uses a driver size of 40 mm, larger driver size than 28.2% of headphones and equal to 53.6% of headphones.
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

1
Sony MDR ZX770BN uses 1 drivers, equal to 96% of headphones.
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

8 Hz
Sony MDR ZX770BN reaches a lowest frequency of 8 Hz, lower lowest frequency than 80.4% of headphones and equal to 2.8% of headphones.
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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: MEDIUM

yes
Sony MDR ZX770BN supports a noise-canceling microphone. 54.5% of headphones support noise-canceling microphones.
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: MEDIUM

yes
Sony MDR ZX770BN is headset-ready, 84.7% is not. 15.3% of headphones can be used as headsets.
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

2
Sony MDR ZX770BN has 2 microphones, more microphones than 78.2% of headphones and equal to 8.8% of headphones.
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

no
Sony MDR ZX770BN does not include a boom microphone. 15.6% of headphones have a boom microphone.
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

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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: HIGH

wireless
Sony MDR ZX770BN supports wireless connectivity, more flexible connectivity than 52.6% of headphones and equal to 47.4% of headphones.
supports both wireless and wired connectivity.
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: MEDIUM

Good value: >=5.0

3.0
Sony MDR ZX770BN uses Bluetooth version 3.0, newer Bluetooth version than 55.7% of headphones and equal to 1.6% of headphones.
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

10 m
Sony MDR ZX770BN offers a Bluetooth range of 10 m, higher Bluetooth range than 2.6% of headphones and equal to 79.9% of headphones.
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: HIGH

Good value: <60 ms

174 ms
Sony MDR ZX770BN has audio latency of 174 ms, higher audio latency than 63.6% of headphones and equal to 0.2% of headphones.
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: MEDIUM

yes
Sony MDR ZX770BN supports multipoint. 35% of headphones support multipoint.
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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

yes
Sony MDR ZX770BN supports ambient sound mode. 23.2% of headphones support ambient sound mode.
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

no
Sony MDR ZX770BN does not support EQ customization. 23.3% of headphones support EQ.
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

no
Sony MDR ZX770BN does not work with a companion app. 44.4% of headphones support companion apps.
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: LOW

Good value: >=4

3
Sony MDR ZX770BN offers 3 adjustable ANC levels, more adjustable ANC levels than 94.4% of headphones and equal to 2.8% of headphones.
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

no
Sony MDR ZX770BN does not support voice assistants. 60.9% of headphones support voice assistants.
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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: HIGH

Good value: >45 hours

19 hours
Sony MDR ZX770BN offers battery life of 19 hours, lower battery life than 73.8% of headphones and equal to 0.4% of headphones.
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: HIGH

Good value: >40 hours

13 hours
Sony MDR ZX770BN offers battery life with ANC of 13 hours, lower battery life with ANC than 92.6% of headphones.
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: MEDIUM

Good value: <=2 hours

2.5 hours
Sony MDR ZX770BN needs 2.5 hours to charge, higher charging time than 52.4% of headphones and equal to 12.9% of headphones.
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: MEDIUM

no
Sony MDR ZX770BN does not support quick charging. 69.1% of headphones support quick charge.
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: MEDIUM

Good value: >=720 mAh

300 mAh
Sony MDR ZX770BN has a battery capacity of 300 mAh, lower battery capacity than 84% of headphones and equal to 6.3% of headphones.
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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: MEDIUM

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: HIGH

over-ear
Weight
What it is: Total weight of the headphones
When it matters: When long listening sessions make wearing comfort more important.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <150 g

245 g
Sony MDR ZX770BN weighs 245 g, heavier than 59.7% of headphones and equal to 0.9% of headphones.
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: HIGH

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: MEDIUM

2.2
Sony MDR ZX770BN has a clamp force of 2.2, lower clamp force than 94.1% of headphones and equal to 2% of headphones.
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Sony MDR ZX770BN vs the average headphone

  • Active noise cancellation
    Sony MDR ZX770BN supports active noise cancellation, the average headphone does not. 27.4% of headphones support active noise cancellation.
    What it is: Reduces background noise using active technology
    When it matters: When blocking office, travel, or aircraft noise is a priority.

    Importance: HIGH

    Sony MDR ZX770BN supports active noise cancellation, the average headphone does not. 27.4% of headphones support active noise cancellation.
  • 10 Hz lower bass extension
    Sony MDR ZX770BN has a lower lowest frequency than the average headphone (8 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 MDR ZX770BN has a lower lowest frequency than the average headphone (8 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.8 Hz vs 18 Hz
  • More flexible connectivity
    Sony MDR ZX770BN offers more flexible connectivity than the average headphone (wireless vs wired). The average headphones support wired connectivity.
    supports both wireless and wired 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: HIGH

    Sony MDR ZX770BN offers more flexible connectivity than the average headphone (wireless vs wired). The average headphones support wired connectivity.wireless vs wired
  • Clear call microphone
    Sony MDR ZX770BN offers a clear call microphone, while the average headphone does not. 45.6% of headphones support noise-canceling microphones.
    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: MEDIUM

    Sony MDR ZX770BN offers a clear call microphone, while the average headphone does not. 45.6% of headphones support noise-canceling microphones.
  • On-device controls
    Sony MDR ZX770BN includes on-device controls, the average headphone does not. 46.8% of headphones support on-device controls.
    What it is: Physical controls available directly on headphones
    When it matters: When you need playback, volume, or call controls to be easy to reach without pulling out your phone.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Sony MDR ZX770BN includes on-device controls, the average headphone does not. 46.8% of headphones support on-device controls.
  • 2.1 lower clamp force
    Sony MDR ZX770BN has a lower clamp force than the average headphone (2.2 vs 4.3). The average headphones have a clamp force of 4.3.
    What it is: Amount of clamping pressure applied to the head
    When it matters: When comfort and fit security matter during long sessions.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Sony MDR ZX770BN has a lower clamp force than the average headphone (2.2 vs 4.3). The average headphones have a clamp force of 4.3.2.2 vs 4.3
  • 17 mm more spacious earcup width
    Sony MDR ZX770BN offers more spacious earcup width than the average headphone (60 mm vs 43 mm). The average headphones offer an inner earcup width of 43 mm.
    What it is: Internal width of the earcup cavity
    When it matters: When earcup fit affects comfort and pressure around your ears.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Sony MDR ZX770BN offers more spacious earcup width than the average headphone (60 mm vs 43 mm). The average headphones offer an inner earcup width of 43 mm.60 mm vs 43 mm
  • 1 more microphones
    Sony MDR ZX770BN has more microphones than the average headphone (2 vs 1). The average headphones have 1 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

    Sony MDR ZX770BN has more microphones than the average headphone (2 vs 1). The average headphones have 1 microphones.2 vs 1
  • 2.1 lower clamp force
    Sony MDR ZX770BN has a lower clamp force than the average headphone (2.2 vs 4.3). The average headphones have a clamp force of 4.3.
  • 17 mm more spacious earcup width
    Sony MDR ZX770BN offers more spacious earcup width than the average headphone (60 mm vs 43 mm). The average headphones offer an inner earcup width of 43 mm.
  • Active noise cancellation
    Sony MDR ZX770BN supports active noise cancellation, the average headphone does not. 27.4% of headphones support active noise cancellation.
  • 10 Hz lower bass extension
    Sony MDR ZX770BN has a lower lowest frequency than the average headphone (8 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.
  • 0.16 % lower distortion
    Sony MDR ZX770BN has a lower total harmonic distortion than the average headphone (0.1 % vs 0.3 %). The average headphones have total harmonic distortion of 0.3 %.
  • 10x higher input power handling
    Sony MDR ZX770BN has a higher max input power than the average headphone (1,000 mW vs 100 mW). The average headphones handle max input power of 100 mW.
  • 2,000 Hz higher treble extension
    Sony MDR ZX770BN has a higher highest frequency than the average headphone (22,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz). The average headphones reach a highest frequency of 20,000 Hz.
  • Rechargeable battery
    Sony MDR ZX770BN has a rechargeable battery, the average headphone does not. 47.9% of headphones have a rechargeable battery.
  • Play while charging
    Sony MDR ZX770BN can play while charging, the average headphone cannot. 55.9% of headphones support play while charging.
  • More flexible connectivity
    Sony MDR ZX770BN offers more flexible connectivity than the average headphone (wireless vs wired). The average headphones support wired connectivity.
  • Clear call microphone
    Sony MDR ZX770BN offers a clear call microphone, while the average headphone does not. 45.6% of headphones support noise-canceling microphones.
  • On-device controls
    Sony MDR ZX770BN includes on-device controls, the average headphone does not. 46.8% of headphones support on-device controls.
  • 1 more microphones
    Sony MDR ZX770BN has more microphones than the average headphone (2 vs 1). The average headphones have 1 microphones.
  • Sidetone support
    Sony MDR ZX770BN supports sidetone, the average headphone does not. 29.7% of headphones support sidetone.

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Sound
Battery
Connectivity
Calls & Controls
  • 12.4% higher weight
    Sony MDR ZX770BN is heavier than the average headphone (245 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
  • Tangle-prone cable
    Sony MDR ZX770BN uses a tangle-prone cable, while the average headphone is easier to manage. 64.2% of headphones use a tangle-free cable.
  • 4 dB/mW lower sensitivity
    Sony MDR ZX770BN has a lower sensitivity than the average headphone (98 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.
  • 12 dB lower max SPL
    Sony MDR ZX770BN has a lower max SPL than the average headphone (98 dB vs 110 dB). The average headphones reach a max SPL of 110 dB.
  • 5 dB SPL lower sound pressure level
    Sony MDR ZX770BN has a lower sound pressure level than the average headphone (98 dB SPL vs 103 dB SPL). The average headphones reach a sound pressure level of 103 dB SPL.
  • 17 hours shorter ANC battery life
    Sony MDR ZX770BN has a lower battery life with ANC than the average headphone (13 hours vs 30 hours). The average headphones offer battery life with ANC of 30 hours.
  • 0.5 hours longer charging time
    Sony MDR ZX770BN has a higher charging time than the average headphone (2.5 hours vs 2 hours). The average headphones need 2 hours to charge.
  • 11 hours shorter battery life
    Sony MDR ZX770BN has a lower battery life than the average headphone (19 hours vs 30 hours). The average headphones offer battery life of 30 hours.
  • 50% lower battery capacity
    Sony MDR ZX770BN has a lower battery capacity than the average headphone (300 mAh vs 600 mAh). The average headphones have a battery capacity of 600 mAh.
  • 46.5 ms higher audio latency
    Sony MDR ZX770BN has a higher audio latency than the average headphone (174 ms vs 127.5 ms). The average headphones have audio latency of 127.5 ms.
  • No voice assistant support
    Sony MDR ZX770BN does not support voice assistants, the average headphone does. 60.8% of headphones support voice assistants.
  • No voice assistant support
    Sony MDR ZX770BN does not support voice assistants, the average headphone does. 60.8% of headphones support voice assistants.
    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

    Sony MDR ZX770BN does not support voice assistants, the average headphone does. 60.8% of headphones support voice assistants.
  • 17 hours shorter ANC battery life
    Sony MDR ZX770BN has a lower battery life with ANC than the average headphone (13 hours vs 30 hours). The average headphones offer battery life with ANC of 30 hours.
    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: HIGH

    Good value: >40 hours

    Sony MDR ZX770BN has a lower battery life with ANC than the average headphone (13 hours vs 30 hours). The average headphones offer battery life with ANC of 30 hours.13 hours vs 30 hours
  • 0.5 hours longer charging time
    Sony MDR ZX770BN has a higher charging time than the average headphone (2.5 hours vs 2 hours). The average headphones need 2 hours to charge.
    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: MEDIUM

    Good value: <=2 hours

    Sony MDR ZX770BN has a higher charging time than the average headphone (2.5 hours vs 2 hours). The average headphones need 2 hours to charge.2.5 hours vs 2 hours
  • 4 dB/mW lower sensitivity
    Sony MDR ZX770BN has a lower sensitivity than the average headphone (98 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 MDR ZX770BN has a lower sensitivity than the average headphone (98 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.98 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW
  • 11 hours shorter battery life
    Sony MDR ZX770BN has a lower battery life than the average headphone (19 hours vs 30 hours). The average headphones offer battery life of 30 hours.
    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: HIGH

    Good value: >45 hours

    Sony MDR ZX770BN has a lower battery life than the average headphone (19 hours vs 30 hours). The average headphones offer battery life of 30 hours.19 hours vs 30 hours
  • 50% lower battery capacity
    Sony MDR ZX770BN has a lower battery capacity than the average headphone (300 mAh vs 600 mAh). The average headphones have a battery capacity of 600 mAh.
    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: MEDIUM

    Good value: >=720 mAh

    Sony MDR ZX770BN has a lower battery capacity than the average headphone (300 mAh vs 600 mAh). The average headphones have a battery capacity of 600 mAh.300 mAh vs 600 mAh
  • 46.5 ms higher audio latency
    Sony MDR ZX770BN has a higher audio latency than the average headphone (174 ms vs 127.5 ms). The average headphones have audio latency of 127.5 ms.
    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: HIGH

    Good value: <60 ms

    Sony MDR ZX770BN has a higher audio latency than the average headphone (174 ms vs 127.5 ms). The average headphones have audio latency of 127.5 ms.174 ms vs 127.5 ms
  • 12.4% higher weight
    Sony MDR ZX770BN is heavier than the average headphone (245 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: MEDIUM

    Good value: <150 g

    Sony MDR ZX770BN is heavier than the average headphone (245 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.245 g vs 218 g
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16 Reviews

(Reviews last updated: June 2026)

What customers like about Sony MDR ZX770BN?

  • Comfortable over-ear design with soft memory foam ear pads
  • Lightweight build (approx. 240g), making them suitable for long listening sessions
  • Solid audio performance for the price, featuring punchy bass and clear mid-high notes
  • Good battery life, offering up to 13 hours with Bluetooth and noise-canceling active
  • Simple and effective control scheme for volume, playback, and calls
  • NFC support allows for quick one-touch pairing with compatible devices
  • Can be used in passive (wired) mode when the battery is depleted

What customers dislike about Sony MDR ZX770BN?

  • Noise-canceling performance is mediocre and struggles with voices and dynamic environments
  • Build quality feels somewhat plasticky and less premium than higher-end models
  • Microphone quality for phone calls is often reported as muffled or distant
  • Ear cups can feel warm or cause ears to sweat during extended physical activity
  • Does not support multi-device pairing, requiring manual reconnection when switching
  • Audio quality is noticeably lower when used in wired mode without power

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whathifi.com
22/03/2018
Sony MDR-ZX770BN review - What Hi-Fi?

The Sony MDR-ZX770BN headphones excel in physical design, physical comfort, and functional features, making them an excellent budget-friendly choice for commuters. Priced close to £100, these chunky yet stylish and understated noise-cancellers feature well-placed, intuitive buttons that distinguish themselves easily by touch. They offer highly effective active noise-cancelling that...Read more

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rtings.com
16/03/2016
Sony MDR-ZX770BN Wireless Review - RTINGS.com

The Sony MDR-ZX770BN are mediocre, lightweight over-ear wireless headphones that provide decent audio reproduction for casual listening and feature an ergonomic, comfortable design with efficient controls. However, they are hindered by poor active noise cancellation and a plasticky, flimsy build quality. Additionally, sound consistency varies significantly depending on the fit, with...Read more

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cnet.com
29/04/2015
Sony MDR-ZX770BN review: A wireless Beats alternative for less

However, the headphones fall short of a premium rating due to several design and performance drawbacks. While the sound quality is good for the price, it is described as slightly dull, recessed, and quieter compared to top-tier competitors, with less tight bass control. The overall build lacks a premium look and feel, and the noise-cancellation performance does not match the...Read more

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tomsguide.com
17/04/2015
Sony MDR-ZX770BN Review: Bluetooth Headphones

Review Summary The Sony MDR-ZX770BN wireless over-ear headphones deliver balanced, clean, and precise audio with an unassuming, utilitarian design featuring pivoting ear cups for easy storage. Priced at $229, these lightweight 8.6-ounce headphones feature easy-to-use physical controls, an integrated NFC chip for Bluetooth pairing, and an impressive Bluetooth range that extends up to...Read more

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consumerreports.org
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Sony MDR-ZX770BN Headphone Review - Consumer Reports

The Sony MDR-ZX770BNGo to product viewer dialog for this item. over-ear, closed-back wireless headphones offer very good active noise reduction, with consistent audio quality whether the noise-canceling feature is on or off. They feature accessible ear-cup controls for volume and media playback, alongside a stable 30-foot wireless range. Consumer ReportsHowever, the sound profile...Read more

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businessinsider.com
16/03/2016
Sony MDR-ZX770BN Headphones Review

The Business Insider review of the Sony MDR-ZX770BNGo to product viewer dialog for this item. identifies these, under-$200, wireless headphones as an exceptional alternative that outperforms higher-priced competitors in audio quality and value. Key strengths include superior sound with sharp, rich bass, impressive battery life, and a lightweight design suitable for long listening...Read more

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avguide.ch
13/09/2015
Review: Eight Bluetooth Headphones - Sony MDR-ZX770BN

The Sony MDR-ZX770BN is a large, lightweight, closed-back Bluetooth headphone equipped with active noise cancelling (ANC) and apt-X support, priced at 229 Swiss Francs. On the positive side, it features a comfortable, lightweight fit on the ears and utilizes intuitive physical buttons distributed across both ear cups for easy operation. Sound-wise, it delivers a bright, fresh, and...Read more

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chip.de
26/01/2017
Sony MDR-ZX770BN Review - CHIP", "Sony MDR-ZX770BN Test - CHIP

The Sony MDR-ZX770BNGo to product viewer dialog for this item. Bluetooth headphones achieved a very good overall result in the laboratory evaluations conducted by CHIP. The testing center highlighted the device's strengths in its excellent equipment, high-quality sound, and great wearing comfort. At its price point, the over-ear headphones deliver a solid price-to-performance ratio...Read more

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mygsm.fr
26/02/2017
Sony MDR-ZX770BN Wireless Headphones Video Review

The review by MyGSM details the Sony MDR-ZX770BN, evaluating it as a highly accessible, fully equipped wireless option for everyday users looking to upgrade from standard phone earbuds. On the positive side, the reviewer highlights its exceptional comfort, noting that the headband design does not squeeze the head tightly, making it perfect for long listening sessions and completely...Read more

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lesnumeriques.com
24/02/2015
Sony MDR-ZX770BN: An affordable portable active noise-canceling headphone

Here is a two-paragraph summary of the Sony MDR-ZX770BN review based on the provided text: Review Summary The Sony MDR-ZX770BN is a circum-aural (over-ear) wireless headphone launched at a retail price of €160, featuring a matte black granular metal finish, a refined headband with a soft-touch coating, and earcups designed to fold inward for easy transport. On the technical side, it...Read more

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afdigitale.it
23/03/2018
Sony MDR-ZX770BN: at a price like this, it's hard to resist", "Sony MDR-ZX770BN: hard to resist at this price

The Sony MDR-ZX770BN wireless over-ear headphones, originally launched in 2015, stand out as an exceptional budget-friendly option due to a significant price drop from their original €180 retail price down to around €100. The reviewer praises their elegant, robust, and comfortable design, noting that the spacious earcups provide a secure fit suitable for long listening sessions....Read more

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ct.nl
22/03/2017
Headphones with Active Noise Cancelling tested

This review from c't magazine provides a thorough evaluation of active noise-cancelling (ANC) headphones, warning that budget options under €120—such as the MonoDeal, 233621 H501, Auna BNC-10, and Creative Aurvana ANC—are highly disappointing due to muddy sound, persistent background hiss, and an inability to block high or low frequencies. Mid-range and specialized models offer...Read more

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