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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you're seeking excellent sound quality and don't mind a premium price, the 7hz Timeless earbuds, with their planar driver, may provide a superior listening experience for music. However, Beats EP headphones are more affordable and still offer good overall sound quality and noise isolation. The Beats EP is also likely to be more portable due to their midrange size and foldability, while the 7hz Timeless has a large earbud carry size and requires a cable, which might be less convenient for travel. Neither option features a built-in microphone, so consider another device for calls and meetings. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the 7hz Timeless
- The 7hz Timeless has no clear advantages over the Beats EP.
Advantages of the Beats EP
- The Beats EP has no clear advantages over the 7hz Timeless.
Key differences
Cost
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The 7hz Timeless has a price of $200 and the Beats EP costs $100.
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Key similarities
Music
8.6
8.1
The 7hz Timeless and Beats EP are both very good for music.
Gaming
6.6
6.3
The 7hz Timeless and Beats EP are both only fair for gaming.
Phone Calls
4.3
4.2
The 7hz Timeless and Beats EP are both poor for phone calls.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
6.8
6.8
The 7hz Timeless and Beats EP are both only fair for podcasts and audiobooks.
TV and Video
7.8
7.6
The 7hz Timeless and Beats EP are both good for TV and video.
Noise Reduction
5.3
5.3
The 7hz Timeless and Beats EP are both poor for noise reduction.
Build Quality
8.5
8.0
The 7hz Timeless and Beats EP both have very good build quality.
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How the 7hz Timeless and the Beats EP compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| 7hz Timeless | Beats EP |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$200 | $100 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | 7hz | Beats | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | August 1, 2021 | November 1, 2018 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Earbuds | Headphones | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wired | Wired | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 8.6/10 | 8.1/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 4.3/10 | 4.3/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 6.7/10 | 6.3/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 7.8/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 4.3/10 | 4.3/10 | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | No | No | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 5.3/10 | 5.3/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 8.5/10 | 8/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 7/10 | 7/10 | |
Size | |||
Size | Large | N/A | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 5.5 Grams | 226.7 Grams | |
Waterproof Rating | |||
Waterproof Rating | 0 | 0 | |
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7hz Timeless
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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."
Beats EP
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Ulf Kaiser | 2015
"With the EP model, Beats delivers a stylish headphone with cable connection and hands-free functionality that should please consumers seeking a balanced sound for playback on mobile devices."
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About Beats
Beats is an American, consumer-focused, audio products manufacturer. Founded originally by American rapper and producer Dr Dre, the company is now a subsidiary of Apple. Beats sells a wide range of audio products, including several models of headphones, earbuds and speakers as well as full car audio systems.
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