Sony NW-ZX2

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Apr, 2024

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 153 reviews of Sony NW-ZX2. The average rating for this product is 4.0/5, compared to an average rating of 3.9/5 for other products in the same category for all reviews. Reviewers really like the portability and durability. The sound and performance also get good views. Many are less positive about the size and price.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other products in the same category the Sony NW-ZX2 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 94/100 = Excellent quality.

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 19 user reviews of Sony NW-ZX2 from Amazon.co.uk. The average user rating for this product is 3.9/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.0/5 for other products in the same category on Amazon.co.uk. People really like the durability and design. The usability and performance also get good reviews. Some have doubts about the portability and price.

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84% of the reviews on Amazon.co.uk give this product a positive rating.

Apr, 2024

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Amazon.com review summary for Sony NW-ZX2

alaTest has collected and analyzed 37 user reviews of Sony NW-ZX2 from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 3.5/5, compared to an average user rating of 3.8/5 for other products in the same category on Amazon.com. Opinions about the design and durability are generally positive. The sound and usability also get good comments, but many are less positive about the storage. Views are divided on the price.

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68% of the reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

Apr, 2024

Expert review by : Michael Sawh (trustedreviews.com)

Sony NWZ-ZX2 Walkman

Hands-on: High res audio on the move comes at a price

As a Walkman, the NWZ-ZX2 is not at all sleek or portable as your typical pocket-friendly player but it's sound quality that matters here and it does sound fantastic. Listening back to pre-loaded tracks from Daft Punk, Kate Bush and Michael Jackson,...

Jan, 2015

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Expert review by : What Hi-Fi? (whathifi.com)

Sony NW-ZX2 review

Can Sony's pricey high-res audio Walkman portable music player deliver sonic nirvana?

Chunky, impressive build ; Extensive file support ; Produces a wonderfully detailed sound ; Solid, weighty bass ; Expressive midrange

Uses an older Android operating system ; Screen isn’t great for video ; Sound lacks an element of fun

An impressive source for your high-res tunes and one to consider if you want to go portable

Jul, 2015

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Expert review by : Ty Pendlebury (cnet.co.uk)

Sony Walkman NW-ZX2: High-res audio player sounds great, but it'll cost ya

The Sony Walkman ZX2 is a luxury portable player with Android streaming apps, a premium build and excellent sound, but its high price may be too much for all but the most dedicated music lovers.

The Sony Walkman NW-ZX2 is a premium audio player which sounds just as good as it looks. The Android operating system and onboard Wi-Fi means you can load streaming apps onto the device. The device offers extensive support from files including DSD and...

Extremely expensive. Battery life drops significantly if you leave Wi-Fi on. Sony's Android interface doesn't feel as premium as you'd expect from the price.

The Sony Walkman NW-ZX2 is a luxury portable high-res audio player with Android streaming apps, a premium build and excellent sound, but its high price may be too much for all but the most dedicated music lovers.

Mar, 2015

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Expert review by : Ty Pendlebury (cnet.com)

Sony Walkman NW-ZX2: High-res audio player sounds great, but it'll cost ya

The Sony Walkman ZX2 is a luxury portable player with Android streaming apps, a premium build and excellent sound, but its high price may be too much for all but the most dedicated music lovers.

Extremely expensive. Battery life drops significantly if you leave Wi-Fi on. Sony's Android interface doesn't feel as premium as you'd expect from the price.

Mar, 2015

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Expert review by : Ty Pendlebury (cnet.com.au)

Sony Walkman NW-ZX2: High-res audio player sounds great, but it'll cost ya

The Sony Walkman ZX2 is a luxury portable player with Android streaming apps, a premium build and excellent sound, but its high price may be too much for all but the most dedicated music lovers.

Extremely expensive. Battery life drops significantly if you leave Wi-Fi on. Sony's Android interface doesn't feel as premium as you'd expect from the price.

Mar, 2015

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Consumer review (sony.com)

Sound quality is absolutely amazing

I have the NWZX2 connected to PHA3 amp and MDR-Z7 head phones what a combo the sound quality is truly amazing when playing hi resolution audio .

May, 2016

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Consumer review (sony.com)

Solid product

Brilliant product but I cannot seem to get the right set of headphones to accentuate the perfect sound. I am using a pair of Samsung free, white in ear until such times I can find over the ear type headphones!

Mar, 2016

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Consumer review (sony.com)

Easy to use

I love my Sony Walkman NW-ZX2..There is an mazing amount of space ans |I also bought micro card with a further 128gb

Mar, 2016

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Consumer review (sony.com)

Great+++

Had for 2 weeks, use mostly as part of my in car set up - the sound quality is amazing - can't fault product. Bit expensive, however you pay for what you get and then some........ no cons at all.

Mar, 2016

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Consumer review (sony.com)

At last - a replacement for my iPod Classic

I am delighted with my ZX2. Sound quality is superb and I have had no problem driving any of my headphones. With the addition of a 200Gb micro sd card I have enough storage for my portable needs. Whilst out I use high rate mp3's on the device but at...

Dec, 2015

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