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Updated January 10, 2024·
The 7hz Timeless earbuds offer a high level of audio quality for music, but they lack features like a microphone which limits their usefulness for calls and meetings. These earbuds are less portable but have a decent sound isolation. On the other hand, the AKG K712 Pro headphones provide a superior soundstage and comfort, excel in music and TV/video, and are better for gaming. However, they have a larger form factor which makes them less portable and their open-back design means they won't isolate sound as well, making them less ideal for noisy environments. Choose the 7hz Timeless for a high-quality music-focused earbud option at a lower price, or go for the AKG K712 Pro if you're looking for versatile over-ear headphones with a wide soundstage suitable for home use where portability and sound isolation are less of a concern. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the 7hz Timeless
- Very good for music
Advantages of the AKG K712 Pro
- Good for gaming
- Very good for TV and video
- Good for podcasts and audiobooks
Key differences
Music
8.6
7.7
The 7hz Timeless is very good for music, while the AKG K712 Pro is good.
Phone Calls
4.3
4.9
The AKG K712 Pro and 7hz Timeless are both poor for phone calls, though the AKG K712 Pro is somewhat better.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
6.8
7.8
The AKG K712 Pro is good for podcasts and audiobooks, while the 7hz Timeless is only fair.
TV and Video
7.8
8.4
The AKG K712 Pro is very good for TV and video, while the 7hz Timeless is good.
Noise Reduction
5.3
2.5
The 7hz Timeless and AKG K712 Pro are both poor for noise reduction, though the 7hz Timeless is somewhat better.
Cost
$200
$659
$100
$150
$200
$250
$300
$350
$400
The 7hz Timeless has a price of $200 and the AKG K712 Pro costs $659.
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Key similarities
Gaming
6.6
7.0
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers AKG K712 Pro to be good for gaming, while the 7hz Timeless is only fair.
Build Quality
8.5
8.5
The 7hz Timeless and AKG K712 Pro both have very good build quality.
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How the 7hz Timeless and the AKG K712 Pro compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| 7hz Timeless | AKG K712 Pro |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$200 | $659 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | 7hz | AKG | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | August 1, 2021 | July 1, 2013 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Earbuds | Headphones | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wired | Wired | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 8.6/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 4.3/10 | 4.9/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 6.7/10 | 7/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 7.8/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 4.3/10 | 4.4/10 | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | No | No | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 5.3/10 | 2.5/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | N/A | No | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 8.5/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 7/10 | 8.4/10 | |
Size | |||
Size | Large | N/A | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 5.5 Grams | 235 Grams | |
Waterproof Rating | |||
Waterproof Rating | 0 | 0 | |
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7hz Timeless
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Headphonesty
Kazi Mahbub Mutakabbir | May 2023
"7Hz picked a bold name for the Timeless and frankly, got very close to justifying their word choice. Most importantly, the Timeless are good to go in stock form, so you don’t have to worry about source-matching and such. I can recommend the 7Hz Timeless to those who do not mind a dash of brightness up top, want a taste of planar in IEM form, and want one of the most resolving pair of earphones in the $150 - $300 price range."
AKG K712 Pro
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Headfonics
Michael | October 2013
"AKG has created a mini-masterpiece in my opinion. I enjoy this headphone a great deal and it will become my go-to reference headphone for the time being. She is slick, sexy, well-balanced, and crazy comfortable."
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