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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you prioritize audio quality when listening to music, the 7hz Timeless would be the better choice due to its higher music score, but it is wired, so mobility might be limited. On the other hand, the "Nothing" Brand Ear (2) offers more convenience with wireless connectivity, an overall balanced performance across different use cases like calls, meetings, gaming, and TV, and features like active noise cancelling, sweat resistance, and wireless charging, all of which may justify its lower music score if versatility and ease of use are important to you. Keep in mind that the 7hz Timeless might be better for a static listening environment, whereas the "Nothing" Brand Ear (2) is more suited for an active lifestyle and diverse media consumption. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the 7hz Timeless
- Very good for music
Advantages of the "Nothing" Brand Ear (2)
- Good for phone calls
- Very good for gaming
- Very good for TV and video
- Good for exercise
- Very good for air travel
- Excellent for podcasts and audiobooks
Key differences
Music
8.6
7.0
The 7hz Timeless is very good for music, while the "Nothing" Brand Ear (2) is good.
Gaming
6.6
8.5
The "Nothing" Brand Ear (2) is very good for gaming, while the 7hz Timeless is only fair.
Phone Calls
4.3
7.9
The "Nothing" Brand Ear (2) is good for phone calls, while the 7hz Timeless is poor.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
6.8
9.1
The "Nothing" Brand Ear (2) is excellent for podcasts and audiobooks, while the 7hz Timeless is only fair.
Noise Reduction
5.3
8.0
The "Nothing" Brand Ear (2) is very good for noise reduction, while the 7hz Timeless is poor.
Battery
N/A
6.7 Hours
The 7hz Timeless does not have a battery. The "Nothing" Brand Ear (2) has 6.7 hours of battery life.
Cost
$161
$149
$50
$100
$150
$200
$250
The 7hz Timeless has a price of $161 and the "Nothing" Brand Ear (2) costs $149.
Build Quality
8.5
9.0
The "Nothing" Brand Ear (2) has excellent build quality, while the 7hz Timeless has very good build quality.
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Key similarities
TV and Video
7.8
8.0
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers "Nothing" Brand Ear (2) to be very good for TV and video, while the 7hz Timeless is good.
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How the 7hz Timeless and the "Nothing" Brand Ear (2) compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| 7hz Timeless | "Nothing" Brand Ear (2) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$161 | $149 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | 7hz | "Nothing" Brand | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | August 1, 2021 | March 1, 2023 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Earbuds | Earbuds | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wired | Wireless | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 8.6/10 | 7.1/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 4.3/10 | 7.9/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 6.7/10 | 8.6/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 7.8/10 | 8/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 4.3/10 | 7.9/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | N/A | 6.7 Hours | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | N/A | Yes | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | N/A | 1 Hours | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | N/A | 5.3. | |
Case Battery Life | |||
Case Battery Life | N/A | 30 | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | No | Yes | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 5.3/10 | 8/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | N/A | No | |
Android App | |||
Android App | N/A | Yes | |
iOS App | |||
iOS App | N/A | Yes | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | N/A | 7/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 8.5/10 | 9/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 7/10 | 8/10 | |
Size | |||
Size | Large | Small | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 5.5 Grams | 4.4 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | N/A | Integrated | |
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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."
"Nothing" Brand Ear (2)
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Sound Guys
Jasper Lastoria | March 2023
"For the price the Nothing Ear (2) is pretty good. It fits well, and the IP54 rating (and IP55 with case) is durable enough for daily life. Most of its unique features are found in the Nothing X app, such as personalized frequency responses, and personalized, adjustable ANC."
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