Sony MDR-ZX110AP White
Score: 74/100
Razer BlackShark V2 X
Score: 81/100Rankings
The BlackShark V2 X is a wired esports headset with 50 mm drivers, a removable cardioid mic, and THX Spatial Audio via a USB sound card, offering lightweight comfort and precise positional audio for PC gamers.
The Sony MDR-ZX110AP is an entry-level wired on-ear headphone that delivers balanced sound with a bass boost, lightweight comfort, and an in-line mic for calls. Its foldable design makes it portable, but the cheap plastic build limits durability.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
30 mm | 50 mmbest | |
24 ohms | 32 ohmsbest | |
98 dB | 100 dBbest | |
— | -42 dBbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 120 gbest | 262 g |
12 months | 24 monthsbest | |
1.2 m | 1.8 mbest | |
2 | 5best |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Microphone(1) | ||
Microphone Type | In-line | Removable HyperClear Cardioid |
Audio(6) | ||
Driver Size (mm) | 30 mm | 50 mm |
Driver Type | Dynamic | Customized Dynamic |
Frequency Response | 12-22000 | 12-28 kHz |
Impedance (ohms) | 24 ohms | 32 ohms |
Sensitivity (dB) | 98 dB | 100 dB |
Form Factor | on-ear | Over-ear |
Build & Design(1) | ||
Weight (g) | 120 g | 262 g |
Warranty(1) | ||
Warranty Period (months) | 12 months | 24 months |
Connectivity(1) | ||
Cable Length (m) | 1.2 m | 1.8 m |
Accessories(1) | ||
Number of Included Accessories | 2 | 5 |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers consider the MDR-ZX110AP a strong value proposition in the sub-$25 segment, praising its clear sound, punchy bass, and convenient in-line controls.
Everyday users consistently commend the headphones for delivering better sound than typical phone earbuds at a very low price, highlighting the deep bass, comfortable weight, and foldable design.
“way better than phone earbuds.”
“perfect for the cost”
“Best wired gaming headset I've ever used-comfortable for 8+ hour sessions.”
Professional reviewers, notably PCMag, awarded the BlackShark V2 X an Editors' Choice perfect score, praising its superb audio fidelity, clear microphone, and extensive software customization.
Everyday users consistently laud the headset's comfort, studio-level mic quality, and the noticeable advantage of THX Spatial Audio, while complaining about the non-detachable cable and the small USB sound card.
