Gear Review
Sony MDR-ZX100 Headphones Review
*Affordable audio on a budget—are they worth the impulse buy?*
$20
Price
30mm
Driver Size
24
Ohms Impedance
12-22,000
Hz Range
Section I
Initial Impressions
The Sony MDR-ZX100 headphones were a bit of an impulse buy. They were selling for just $20 at a local store, and since I didn’t have any headphones on hand, I decided to pick them up to enjoy some music. Now, for $20 headphones, it’s fair not to expect too much—but these actually sound decent and get the job done.
Build Quality
One notable plus is the build quality. Sony seems to have improved the durability on their budget headphones over time. Having owned several cheap Sony models before, I can say these feel the sturdiest. The plastic used is surprisingly strong and flexible, with a headband that has a feel more like injection-molded resin than typical low-cost plastic.
Technical Specifications
- →Drivers — 30mm
- →Frequency Response — 12–22,000 Hz
- →Impedance — 24 Ohms
- →Plug Size — 3.5mm
If I were to make this purchase again, I’d likely go for the Sony MDR-V6 at $80, or even the mid-tier MDR-ZX300, which has an upgraded, gold-plated 1/8" plug. But for those times when you only need a simple, affordable pair, the MDR-ZX100 is an okay choice.
| Model | Price | Key Feature |
|---|---|---|
| MDR-ZX100 | $20 | Base model |
| MDR-ZX300 | Mid-tier | Gold-plated plug |
| MDR-V6 | $80 | Pro upgrade |
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